A few months ago, I wrote "The Ugly Side of Motherhood: Anxiety, Loneliness, and Exhaustion," and I am finally ready to tackle Part 2. In my first article, I wrote about how I was trying to find ways to focus...
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When I was 13 years old I weighed 100 pounds (I’m 5’6”). I was, for a brief period, what people would call skinny. I counted calories, fat grams, and minutes exercised each day to...
This time of year marks a major transition from summer freedom to fall structure. Typically, parents are preparing for the school year with closet cleanses and refreshing clothing and school supplies. Kids are feeling excitedly nervous about their new...
When I saw on Instagram that one of my Mom friends was aiming to complete the ‘1000 Hours Outside’ challenge this year, I thought I’d jump on the bandwagon. Living in the Bay Area we’re completely spoiled for choice...
In 2019, California had a total of 3,316 fatal car crashes — the highest number in the U.S. 90 of the fatalities were children under age 15 (most of which were car seat age) — the 2nd highest total...
After months of a self-imposed sabbatical from writing, I'm back, hungry for dialogue that isn't work-related. I am writing about something all too common for us moms: being sick. Moms are not permitted to be sick. We are expected...
Think back to when you were a teenager in high school, about a club or a team that you had been a part of with your good friends - friends who you trusted you could count on through thick...
Since I was a kid, people have told me I overthink. They've said I'm in my head too much, as if there is a proper amount. As an adult, a dear friend suggested that I didn't need to smoke...
So it’s that time of year when women indulge in heart-shaped candy while awaiting their highly anticipated romantic gift that their significant other has poured countless hours of thought into. Unless you’re like me and have been married for...
When you’re pregnant, everyone says life will change. I remember people telling me that and thinking, “Duh... I know. We’ve waited and worked hard to get pregnant. We’re ready!” But no matter how ready you think you are, no...
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2025-2026 Winter Guide
Your Family's Ultimate Guide to the Winter Season around the San Francisco Bay Area!
Winter is here and there’s no better to explore the fascinating...
