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Foster Independent Play

As working moms, it’s easy to feel guilty when you aren’t spending the little time you have with your kids active with them. But, the...

Create a Physical Token

Over the summer, Chloe presented me with a present⁠—a small box with a drawing of her inside. “To remember me while you are gone on your...

What's the Real Story?

So last week, was a tough one. I ended up having to work most of the weekend, traveled for two nights, and then had two work night...

Practice Zone Defense

Sarah Lacy, the founder of working mom community, Chairman Mom, gave some of my favorite advice on keeping your sanity as a working...

Learning Delivered

For her birthday, Chloe got a subscription to Kiwi Box. It’s the best present she’s received in ages. Each month, she gets a well-made...

Have the Hard Discussion

My newfound travel schedule is stressful for my family. My kids seem OK. I am making a point of being fully there when I am with them....

#FunGoals

Does this sound familiar? You kick ass at planning your work-life with quarterly, weekly, even daily plans in place. Then you go home...

Pick a New Favorite

I know all moms love to brag about their kids, but my daughter, Chloe, is pretty special. This week her favorite balloon from her...

Be Brave

Sallie Krawcheck, the CEO of Ellevest recently shared a fascinating insight: Boys are taught to be brave while girls are taught to be...

Stop it Before it Builds

Last Sunday, I reached my boiling point. What started out as a lovely day with the kids ended with me yelling at them and everyone...

No More Morning Nagging

I'm continually optimizing our weekday mornings. My newest addition has been a game-changer: I set a timer and tell them that they have...

Happy Children Do Chores

I appreciate how Montessori schools encourage kids to help around the house. My kids especially love vacuuming and cooking. Involving my...

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