Mom Life

How is it possible we have so many different television viewing options these days, but still can never seem to find something to watch? We got rid of cable years ago, but even with network television shows and services...

Hi! I’m new here. I had spent the majority of my time as a mother in a full-time career and now, well, I have taken a step back for the foreseeable future and I will take on the roll...

Dear Fellow Mom, Neighbor, Room Parent, Best Friend, I want to express how grateful I am for the role you have played in our family. I am not sure that you are aware that I secretly look for hives or...

Saint Pope John Paul II said, “The greatest gift you can give your child is another sibling." I didn’t realize the truth of that until my daughter got to experience having a sibling. It’s really amazing to have this...

The quote, “Good moms have sticky floors, piles of laundry, messy kitchens and happy kids” gives me anxiety. There I said it. As much as I have tried to be the easy breezy mom who embraces the mess and...

Each year in November, it seems to be a common practice to share why we’re thankful or perhaps start a gratitude practice. Even with this year’s unpredictable chaos, I still find myself remembering why I’m so grateful for the...

Let’s face it—finding a new babysitter is tough. Finding a new babysitter in the midst of a pandemic? Even tougher. That’s where Sitting Made Simple® (SMS) comes in. SMS is a locally owned and operated service that connects families...

When I became a parent, I felt it was my solemn duty to protect my children at any cost. If something bad happened, I felt it was at least partially my fault, no matter what it was. I refuse...

  I countdown to fall every year. I love nothing more than going on a walk with a cup of coffee and take in the fall scenery. Central Ohio is beautiful this time of year. I wanted to share a quick list of...

Four years ago, my husband and I decided to sell our townhouse in the Brewery District and move somewhere with a yard. We debated on and on: do we move to the suburbs? Which suburb? We weren't going to...