I plan strategically and communicate with my children so that we can set and manage realistic expectations. Yes, I want each of my children to have a rich life filled with friendships and fun, but I also want to make sure that my life mirrors those same values. ‘Doing it all’ in motherhood no longer […]
Redefining Motherhood: Taking Care of the Me in Mommy
If a woman tells others about a stressful day she’s had at her workplace she will likely be given empathy and provided with solutions to solve her issues. The same doesn’t seem to hold true in motherhood. Motherhood is one of the only jobs you can have in the world where you literally have to […]
The Real Mama Drama
Motherhood is hard and rewarding. That is the truth. Enjoying the journey has everything to do with how you manage the obstacles that are in front of you and the systems that you put in place to support your life. Your children are not your excuses for NOT accomplishing your goals — they are […]
Teaching Your Daughter How to Deal With Mean Girls
Moms can focus so much attention on consoling their daughters’ pain that they feed their struggles instead of empowering their girls with the wisdom and truth of their own personal journey It can be heart-wrenching for moms to deal with the inevitable tears that most middle school girls will experience upon encountering mean girls. Sadly, […]
Three of the Most Common Mistakes Mothers Make
A client asked me recently, “What do you believe are the most common reasons that mothers are overwhelmed?” Mothers are overwhelmed and over scheduled due to the variety of extra-curricular activities that they find themselves in as well as the regular obligations of work, home and volunteer commitments. Today, mothers are no longer multitasking but […]