Honest, practical parenting guidance for the real moments, not the highlight reel. From managing expectations to raising siblings, you will find support here for every season.
Whether you were born in the United States, immigrated here, came here for work, school, marriage or military share your culture and language with your child(ren). The past few years I am noticing an increase in international clients and I LOVE it. WHY? Personally, the families who hire me come to the U.S. and realize “WOW, they […]
If 2020 taught me anything it was to expect and embrace detours. The dictionary definition of a detour is “a long or roundabout route that is taken to avoid something or to visit somewhere along the way.” 2020 was one long detour after another. It is over and a new year has begun, so I […]
One of my favorite memories with my girls, when they were little, was reading to them. We’d snuggle in nightly to read and read and re read the same books over and over. Certain books were chosen for me to read and others for my husband to read and most of the time we were […]
Looking for a fast and easy Father’s Day gift for the NEW dad or dad-to-be? Father’s Day is just a few days away! Do you need ideas that are quick and easy to give to the new dad in your home? One word: PERSONALIZATION The most precious gifts I treasure from my girls are their […]
Baby’s arrival is coming soon…. Moms and dads transition to their roles as parents in different ways. Responsibilities, lifestyle adjustments, and financial difficulties can ALL add to the challenges that new parents face. There are many important topics to discuss before baby’s arrival, so take the time and make these conversations happen now. I find […]
Get to know what your parenting expectations are so when the unrealistic expectations creep in, you can kick them to the curb! Part One Have you heard that “your expectations determine your reality?” It is so true especially when it comes to having a new baby at home. Your body, daily routines, sleeping, eating, showering […]
Unrealistic expectations can be harmful because they set us up for failure. Do not let that happen to you! Part Two Setting realistic expectations about life with a newborn. I love helping parents plan and prepare for their postpartum period. Couples make birth plans to help them feel prepared and empowered during their labor and […]
What is a Family Plan? I am so used to creating and planning with the families I support. Whether it be creating birth plans, a plan for your postpartum period, meal plans, returning to work or daycare plans or a plan for company to visit once you are home. Sometimes the importance of planning for […]