Saturday has always been my favorite (shhh, don’t tell the other days!). When I worked in corporate, I loved Saturday because it meant I didn’t have to spent 8+ hours stuck in my office. Instead, I was free to spend the day binge-watching HGTV, painting my nails, and spending time outside if the weather was … The post 5 Secrets to Better Sleep appeared first on Women With Kids ..read more

The first job I ever had was at a local fast-food joint. It was pretty charming, as far as fast-food restaurants go. The whole building was decked out in a woodland theme, complete with log-cabin-style walls, a floor-to-ceiling stone fireplace, and—last but certainly not least—a life-size stuffed black bear near the counter. Before every shift, … The post Don’t Drink the Poison: Let Go of All-Or-Nothing Thinking appeared first on Women With Kids ..read more

There are just some moments that stick with you. Events that etch themselves into your brain and mark a shift in the way you view yourself, other people, or even the world. Their effects can be felt months, years, or even decades later, influencing your thoughts, feelings, and habits. Some of these moments plant seeds … The post Who Do You Think You Are: Break Through Limiting Beliefs appeared first on Women With Kids ..read more

[This is the part where I disclose that this is a promotional post for The Trained Eye. I should also disclose that I’m very stubborn and only mention services and companies I would recommend to a friend.] You know how some kids have selective hearing? Their ears perk right up when they hear a candy bar … The post The Eye Problem Your Child’s Vision Screening May Miss appeared first on Women With Kids ..read more

I used to think people who preferred listening to audiobooks over reading regular old paper books were weird. I mean, isn’t that kind of like listening to AM radio? But then I had kids, and somewhere amid the late-night feedings and filibuster-length bedtime routines, I realized I had a lot of wasted time on my … The post 5 Must-Listen Podcasts for Moms appeared first on Women With Kids ..read more

Apparently, I didn’t consider juggling two young boys, community work, writing projects, and keeping my house (sort of) clean to be enough of a challenge. To further complicate our already stressful lives, my husband and I agreed to add a brand new member to the family. He’s loud, hairy, stinky, and he keeps peeing on … The post Our Family Has Grown–It’s Another Boy! appeared first on Women With Kids ..read more

Have we all seen this genius dinosaur meme by now? You know, the one that depicts the evolution of a mother’s mood from that of the affable “Rex” from Toy Story at 9 am to the murderous sharp-toothed beast from Jurassic Park by sundown? It’s relatable. More often than not, when I can feel myself … The post Want to Be a Better Mom? Boost Your Mood. appeared first on Women With Kids ..read more

I’m not sure what thrills me most about having a garage sale: making some cash or seeing all the crap I don’t want anymore exit my space. A few weekends ago, I purged my house of four—four!—area rugs left behind by my home’s prior inhabitants, loads of baby clothes and toys, books, and a smattering … The post Garage Sale Tips & Tricks appeared first on Women With Kids ..read more

Is there anything quite like a good libation at the end of a long day spent working or taking care of your kids? I think not. But not all drinks are created equal. There’s one beverage that outshines the rest in terms of keeping you sane and healthy, and it’s delicious, too. We’re talking about … The post Yes, Red Wine is Totally Good For You appeared first on Women With Kids ..read more

If I were to stack Legos on top of one another, adding a new piece every time I was beckoned during the day, the stack would grow into a tower capable of reaching the moon by dinnertime. The post Yoga for Self Care: 5 Poses Moms Should Try appeared first on Women With Kids ..read more