I can still see the church basement room we sat in for our marriage preparation class in 2015. I distinctly remember one activity that we did over this four week course, and little else. We were asked to write about our families of origin – what we wanted to keep, and...
Babywearing, the practice of carrying your baby close using a baby carrier, is a time-honored tradition that offers numerous benefits for both infants and caregivers. Understanding these advantages and selecting the appropriate baby carrier can not only free up your...
As an expat, my kids and I have logged some serious air miles. We also drive across the entire country of France every summer, a 10 hr feat. Over the years I have taken notes of what works for us to actually enjoy traveling with kids. We’ll start with roadtrips,...
As I write this, I have logged 11 transatlantic flights with children from 2 months old. Sometimes it was with one kid, sometimes all 3. Sometimes I was with my husband or mom, but most of the time I was solo. Flying with kids is stressful, that is certain, but...
If you are pregnant with a toddler, you’re likely experiencing a mix of excitement and apprehension. As Glennon Doyle calls it – you are scared and excited – sxcited. Transitioning from one child to two, or two to three, can be both joyous and...
