The Good in My Dad

Today I examine the good in my dad. I don't think he reads this, and I don't think that it would be a great idea for him to read it. The reasons are too wrapped up in his story, which is not my story … [Read more...]

Proud Welfare Mom: WIC vs SNAP

I'm putting on my Proud Welfare Mom hat today to explain the difference between WIC and SNAP (food stamps). It's really important, and really confusing. I'll do my best. **Disclaimer: I am not … [Read more...]

Back To Basics

My anxiety is so high today that I am hardly functional. When this happens, I count the very basic as achievements. Tomorrow will come soon enough. Today is no guarantee that tomorrow will … [Read more...]

What Does Self-Care Mean to You?

My anxiety disorder makes it hard for me to take care of myself. I recently started stocking these "Orgain" nutritional shakes for times when I suddenly realize it's been 12 house since I ate … [Read more...]

Breastfeeding is Hard

I'm lucky enough to know really helpful and amazing women who are comfortable talking about just about everything. When I freaked out, yesterday, because my son, Walt, hurt me, again, while nursing, … [Read more...]

Fun Update!

I'm not writing as much, because we are on vacation. That means that my PhD candidate husband has a couple weeks between the end of spring semester and the beginning of summer teaching; this has … [Read more...]

Big News: My New Career as a HypnoBirthing Instructor

I have some amazing news that I have managed to share everywhere but here: I am studying to become a Certified HypnoBirthing Instructor! What does that mean? I’m studying information, for now, … [Read more...]

Our Friend is in the Pysch Ward: Now What?

Trigger Warning: This post discusses suicide and depression and may trigger a strong reaction. Thanks to Cristi Comes at Motherhood Unadorned for providing this list of crisis resources: If you or … [Read more...]

Breastfeeding, Exhaustion, and Teething Questions

My baby is nursing ALL OF THE TIME. Growth spurt or teething, it's exhausting to create food for him. Yes, he sleeps well. Yes, I get naps. Yes, we have a wonderful nursing relationship. No, I haven't … [Read more...]

Attachment Parenting Reality TV? Really?

A few weeks ago, I agreed to talk to someone from a production company that I had never heard of, about a "documentary" project about parenting. In fact, my mother-in-law Judy had already suggested … [Read more...]

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