I don’t think any parent would say that the moment your child starts dating is an easy one. Even when they start with an innocent crush, it still feels odd to think that your baby is now having feelings for someone other than their family. I have always encouraged my kids to be open about their … [Read more...]
I Am Never Going To Be The Mother Who Volunteers For School Field Trips
When I was working full-time, like many mothers, I felt very guilty for not being able to attend my kids' field trips or other school functions. I couldn't wait to get more flexibility in my work so that I could be that mom that helped with the PAC meetings or at school fairs. And when I started … [Read more...]
Facebook Launches New Parent’s Portal To Help Us Navigate Social Media
Many of us use Facebook on a daily basis to keep up with friends and families. We upload and share pictures of our kids and it's a great way to keep everyone up to date with what our families are up to. But for many parents I've chatted with, it's amazing how many people ask for advice on what they … [Read more...]
From Single To Stepmom: Fighting The Wicked Stereotype
Four years ago, I accidentally fell in love with a single dad with three kids. I say accidentally because marrying a man with kids was definitely not in my five-year plan. Having divorced parents myself, I know first-hand how complicated co-parenting and blending families can be. It was not … [Read more...]
Are Competitive Sports Pushing Our Kids Too Far?
Maybe it was something I just wasn’t aware of as a kid or maybe it has grown in prominence but it seems like every second child I know is doing competitive dance. Kids who have a passion and an aptitude for dance are taking multiple hours of dance a week, honing their skill and gearing up for local, … [Read more...]
Should I Have More Kids? The Dilemma Of Not Knowing
When my husband and I were engaged we took a few premarital classes to get prepared for the years beyond our wedding day. One of the activities that we did during the class was to answer questions about our hopes and dreams for marriage separately, and compare the answers together. One of the … [Read more...]
I Will Be A Better Mom Tomorrow
Some days end and I'm disappointed in myself as a parent. I feel like I've come up short and the defeat feels crushing. Maybe I've responded too sharply to a predictably child-like infraction. Maybe I haven't listened as closely as I should have when my child tried to tell me something he considered … [Read more...]
A Letter To My Son On His 9th Birthday
Dear Liam, I can scarcely believe you are turning 9. It seems like just yesterday I held you in the hospital bed maternity ward, thinking you looked kind of like a turtle, wondering what I had got myself into and hoping not to screw everything up. The good news is, you seem fine so I probably … [Read more...]
The Urban Mom: Jamie Scrimgeour From The KICK-ASS Stepmom Project
This month, we’re featuring an entrepreneurial mom and stepmom; Jamie Scrimgeour, creator of The KICK-ASS Stepmom Project. Occupation: Entrepreneur, Mom, Stepmom, Wife Hometown: Exeter, Ontario Current town: Stratford, Ontario Did you always see yourself as a mom? Jamie: "I wasn’t one … [Read more...]
Liar, Liar, Pants On Fire: Is Motherhood Built On Lies Or Truth?
Any seasoned moms spontaneously combusting these days? Sometimes it seems motherhood is all about lying, yet the truths of being a mom seem to be the more difficult aspects of our lives. Some lies you tell—Santa, the Tooth Fairy, the Easter Bunny, the park is closed today for Spring … [Read more...]
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