Parenting
A Letter To Expecting Mothers Who Have Experienced Previous Loss
Dear expecting momma, Let there be no cliches attached when I say this- you are a warrior. You are embarking on one of the toughest yet somehow natural journeys you
Things I Want My Daughter-In-Law to Know This Christmas
Unfortunately, I did not have a close relationship with my mother-in-law. As I reflect on our interactions, I am certain that my immaturity (I married her son when I was
Coparenting – The Bad, the Ugly, and the Beauty of Raising a Child & Creating a Family you Can be Proud of
Having a child and starting a family is one of the most beautiful things you can do in your life and sharing that child with someone you are no longer
How to Best Help Friends Who Have Just Had a Baby
So here’s the thing. I have never been pregnant and never had a baby. And you may be wondering, “How are you even qualified to write this post?” And frankly,
How to Practice Postpartum Self-Care
When I first had my baby, I looked forward to baby’s nap time as a moment when I could finally work on all of my chores and to-do lists. Pretty
What Your Daughter-In-Law Wants You to Know
The most common stories I hear from friends are about their mother-in-laws. They tell stories of snarky remarks, dishonesty, backstabbing, and so much more. I honestly could make a whole
Tips for Couples During the Transition to Parenthood
Adding a new baby to the family is a crazy transition full of big changes, both bitter and sweet. While I always love to focus on the great parts of
One Dad’s Family Mealtime Experiment
If your family is like mine, meal times together don’t really exist. It’s rare at best. I mean, I am both husband and a dad and it’s not that I
What I’ve Learned About Desire: How it Impacts my Marriage & Parenting
What feelings come to the surface when you think of the word “desire?” For me, I have thought that desires are often indulgent and selfish, and need to be suppressed.
How to Support a NICU Parent
Having a baby is like a rollercoaster, there’s lots of ups and downs and sometimes you wanna get off. Being a parent is the best, but it’s also very hard.
Responding To Your Child’s Coming Out
“Mom I really need to talk to you.” My teenage daughter Hannah hesitated in the doorway of my bedroom. I motioned for her to join me on the bed where
Teaching Kids to Know & Love God
This morning in the car I asked two of my kids if they loved Jesus, to which they responded YES! As a proud mama I shined my star. Wanting to
Biological Ways to Know You’re Becoming a Woman
Menarche– That lucky day to celebrate becoming a young woman. This is the first menstrual cycle a girl experiences in her life. Make it special! Menstruation– Most commonly known as
Preparing Your Daughter for Puberty!
I have often thought, and even said, that if I were to die and go to hell everyone would be in junior high!! I can vividly remember 6th grade, my first year at Kaysville Jr. High!