My amazing daughter turned four years old earlier this year. She is smart and funny and patient and kind. She is resilient and always willing to try something new. She loves making friends and isn’t afraid to be the new one in a group. She is also four years old, which means she is […]
When Your Baby Turns Two – The Toddler Years
Jessica | This post was originally published one year ago, when my daughter turned two. She has a birthday this week, and it’s now my tradition to write down what I’ve learned in the previous year and give out some thoughts to other mama’s going through the same things. I’ll be posting that as soon as I […]
12 Things Only New Moms Understand
Jessica | I had the opportunity to write this post for Lifehack this week. I am excited to share it here as well! Originally posted at Lifehack.org. There is nothing that can prepare you for how tiring being a new mom is. The late night feedings. The aching and leaking. The diapers and soreness. The fog and confusion. […]
Inspiring You To Be Amazing
Jessica | 
I have a lot of things bouncing around in my brain that I want to say, and no clear words that convey all of those things. I think that happens when we believe something so strongly and want to share it with others. The passion we feel gets in the way of the ability of our brain […]
10 Essential Tips for New Moms and Baby’s First Year
Jessica | This was originally published in early 2014 when my daughter was just turning one. She is now close to her second birthday and I’ll be posting my lessons from year two soon. In the meantime, I hope these tips for the first year with your little one bring you some joy, laughter and sanity. xoxo Jess Nothing […]
Dear Cosmetic Surgeon Who Wants to Give Me a “Mommy Makeover”
Jessica | Dear Dr. Mommy Makeover, This week, in one of our local magazines, I came across a full page ad for your plastic surgery services. It was titled “The Mommy Makeover.” There was an idyllic picture of a woman in a bikini on a beach, holding hands with what one would assume would be her […]