I was asked to write about one subject: babywearing. Easy, right? Since I love it so much and am so passionately involved in the education, safety, implementation and access to this thing called babywearing, this piece should be a...
Why. Won't. You. Nap?! I just don't get it. The second I think I have any handle or control of naptime, he goes and switches it up on me. He follows a routine just long enough to lure me...
Or: A Tale of Two Banana Peels
Mentally switch today's plans from doctor appointment to zoo trip with friends since you forgot to schedule a babysitter. Inform toddler of zoo trip.
Call to reschedule doctor appointment.
Receive text from...
I was both thrilled and terrified when I found out my second baby was on the way. Becoming a mom had been the biggest transition of my life. One day I was just hanging around, taking long showers and...
They say there are people who just love babies. They are so sad when those babies grow up.
So…can I give you one?
I am referring to Princess Terror. My fifth grandchild and only granddaughter.
She doesn’t look like a...
I took a vacation day this week without any real plans. I knew the weekend was going to be busy, so I wanted the opportunity to do laundry, grocery shop, and maybe even sneak in a nap while the...
My kids are very dependent on their sleep and their naps are precious. When growing tired, they become increasingly whiny, impatient, and irritable. My nearly 6 1/2 year old will still nap on the weekend when given the opportunity....
It is happening again. There is no way to slow it down. The days are passing quickly and my tiny little baby is slipping away. My sweet little girl, you are going to be one.
I cried on your sister's...
There I was in my midwife’s office, tears rolling down my face. No matter how much I tried, I couldn’t stop them from falling. “I’m not sad, just surprised.” She made a note in my file as I...
You’ve been here for a month, my sweet baby girl. How has it gone by so fast. I look at your perfect little face and I wonder, am I holding you enough? I had to do the dishes, to...
Rhode Island Life
Family-Friendly Walks Throughout Rhode Island
Now that spring has officially arrived and warmer weather is (hopefully) on its way, it's the perfect time to get outside for a family...
