When I tell most people this story their immediate response is, “at least it wasn’t your kid.” I understand what they are saying. Although, for me to leave my dog tied up outside of my local grocery store and...
About a year ago, I came across this article in the New York Times about a woman who asked a blind date 36 questions that supposedly would lead them to fall in love. She was recreating a psychologist’s experiment...
Around 32 weeks of pregnancy, we finally selected our first son’s name. I am the kind of person who needs to know the name before the birth--this drives my husband crazy! Anyway, as soon as we decided on the...
One of the first lessons we learn as parents is to expect the unexpected—and try to plan accordingly. That’s why your purse doubles as a vending machine/drugstore and you have packs of wipes stashed within easy reach in every...
So, we may not be movie stars, but we are super stars! Moms truly do have superpowers. We can shower in less than five minutes, cook a whole meal for the family in one episode of “Mickey Mouse Clubhouse,”...
Oh sippy cup, sippy cup, you promised to be,
a leak-proof vessel, completely spill free,
But somehow your liquid doesn’t stay put.
It bubbles up over and spills on my foot,
Or worse, on the cushions, carpet and tile.
There goes my hope...
I have lived in many different places thus far in my life, but moving to Northern California last year has been an amazing experience for my family. The Bay Area has such a rich combination of scenic beauty, cultural...
I love crafts but I’m a terrible "crafts" person. I have no patience, and I’m awful at basic math, both of which are important for exactly what I love: sewing and knitting. I recently moved my sewing machine to...
Okay, ladies, here’s the truth that no one tells you: Breastfeeding is hard. It can be uncomfortable—I mean painful and frustrating—while wonderful, all at the same time. When my first son arrived, I felt pretty prepared. I had all...
I’m 37 weeks pregnant with my first baby – crazy! I know life is about to change in all sorts of wonderful, exhausting, fun, and overwhelming ways. I must say, I have definitely hit the point of being really ready to...
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November Marks the Start of the Holiday Season and a Critical...
As the holiday season begins, November presents unique challenges for the region's blood supply. Blood donations are especially vital to ensure a sufficient supply...
