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What I Learned in Spain That’s Changing How I Parent

Coming home from Barcelona was a bit like jumping off a sun-warmed lilo into a ...

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From Sangria to Sippy Cups: Navigating Co-Parenting Realities Post-Spain

I don’t know what I was expecting, walking back into my ex’s house after a ...

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The 3rd date…

Right. So. The third date. Supposedly, this is the one that counts. The decider. Not ...

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Doing Something for ME (aka Booking my First International Flight!)

Well, I did it. I actually booked a Spanish course. Not just any course—an immersive course ...

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Daydreams, Kids’ Chaos, and a New Adventure in Spanish

Waking up the morning after a great date is a strange mix of giddiness and ...

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Second Date Shenanigans: A Night of Popcorn, Dumplings, and Butterflies 

Dating as a mom of three is like playing a high-stakes game of Tetris—except the ...

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Finding Balance as a Mom: Tips for Navigating Love, Parenting, and Self-Care 

Motherhood is… a lot. A lot of love, a lot of noise, a lot of ...

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How to Handle Toddler Tantrums: A Survival Guide

You ever lock eyes with another parent across the grocery store while your toddler loses ...

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When Motherhood Meets New Beginnings: A Peek Into My Unexpected Adventure

It was one of those mornings where the coffee just wasn’t doing its damn job. ...

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A Day Out and an Evening Adventure: Juggling Mom Life and Me Time

It was one of those rare sunny Saturdays in Astoria. You know, the kind that ...

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Raising Confident Kids: Practical Tips for Parents

Confidence. Big word. We all want our kids to have it, but what does that ...

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7 Tips for Reducing Overwhelm as a Mom

Motherhood is just a long series of WTF moments stitched together with caffeine and pure ...

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Rainy Day Survival Guide: Fun Indoor Activities for Kids

Rain. All day. Stuck inside with kids who’ve got the energy of caffeinated squirrels.  Nope. ...

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Conquering the Morning Rush: Tips for Stress-Free School Mornings

Mornings with kids are a joke. Not a funny one. The kind that makes you ...

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Surviving Sick Days: A Guide to Keeping Your Sanity When the Kids Are Down

It starts with a cough. Just one, at first. Then another. Then before you know ...

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Navigating the Challenges of Potty Training: A Survival Guide for Moms

Let’s be real. Potty training is awful.  I don’t care what the parenting books say. ...

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The Unseen Olympics: A Day in the Life of a Mom

The Unseen Olympics: A Mum’s Daily Battle With Sanity  No one sees it. No medals. ...

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