Letters from home

From “I Have To” to “I Get To”: A Motherhood Mindset Shift

It had been a long day. One of those days where you’re already mentally counting down…
When Motherhood Feels Heavy: Why It’s Okay That Mommy Gets Sad Too

A lot has happened the last few days. I’ll spare the juicy details, but what set…
Just a bite?

It was another rainy day. I wanted to find something to keep Jojo and I entertained.…
“Just Wait Until…” — The Harmful Advice Moms Hear (and Why We Should Stop Saying It)

If one more person tells me to “just wait until Jojo is three” I might lose…
Acomedido in Action: What This Spanish Concept Taught Me About Motherhood

Recently, I read Hunt, Gather, Parent. What ancient cultures can teach us about raising children by…
Dancing in the Kitchen: Finding Joy in the Simple Moments of Motherhood

Once again, I found myself thinking of the future instead of being in the present. I…
When They Only Want You: The Tender, Exhausting Side of Motherhood

It’s been a long week. A very fun, activity-filled week. But a long week nonetheless. With…