Some days feel like too much before they even start.You wake up already tired. Someone needs something. The noise is loud, your patience is thin, and just getting through the next hour feels like a lot. You’re not lazy. You’re overwhelmed. When you’re burned out, running on low energy, and stretched thin, you don’t need…
Organizing your home is a challenge, especially when you have kids and animals. While I’m no expert and organizing, I have found multiple ways to get the house where it should be It always seems to be a constant battle to make your living room and kitchen at least look decent, along with the bathroom…
Planners are an essential part of being organized As a mom of three, I heavily rely on my planner and phone calendar Being organized is essential for not forgetting or missing anything important Some days feel like a whirlwind with everything going on, including what needs to be done Do planners really increase productivity? Yes!!…
i never thought much of it due to how I was raised, however, I’ve noticed many kids aren’t taught these simple tactics for getting stuff done while providing an incentive. Over the last 9 years I’ve taught all three kids that you always have to exchange something to get what you want in return. so…
Let’s be honest—how many times have you said “yes” when every part of you wanted to say “no”? Maybe it was volunteering for another school activity, agreeing to host family for the weekend, or staying up late to finish chores while running on fumes. As moms, we often give until there’s nothing left. And when…
How PTSD happens PTSD happens in many different ways, such as traumatic events. These can be like any of the following: There are more, these are just the most common PTSD doesn’t just affect veterans It affects more of the population than anyone realizes What does life look like for someone with PTSD Depending on…
Where the Pressure Comes From “I just want to get it right.”That’s what I whispered to myself after snapping at my kid for the third time that morning. I was running on two hours of sleep, guilt, and coffee—and none of it was enough. In that moment, I felt like I had failed. Again. But…
What does life look like for someone with PTSD Depending on the level of trauma, typically higher anxiety and depression Guilt– Even if they are not in the wrong, guilt will weigh heavily if something goes wrong Anxiety– can be from large groups of people or a current situation; sometimes this is a daily occurrence…
I know you probably think im crazy. self-care? Who has time for that? How could one possibly take care of oneself while being busy 24/7 with kids? I get it, nail salons are expensive. I’m not saying go to a salon every week or anything like that What I am saying is to start small…
Motherhood is a tough gig, you have to expect the unexpected. No matter how many parenting books get published there will never be one that has the answer for it all. At the end of the day, they look up to YOU. How does one cope? Especially if your like me and go from new…