All kids are different. When meeting new people, my son is quiet and reserved. It takes him a little while to warm up, but once he feels comfortable, he is true self: loud and out there and smart and silly. He is better in small groups and gives his all to one to two close ...read more
Childhood is supposed to be fun and carefree; but, the truth is, even little kids have stress, anxiety, and other issues affecting their mental well being. That's why it's so important to foster healthy habits early on and encourage resilience and self esteem from day one. The ...read more
In our world's current climate, respect is finally starting to get the attention it deserves. Not everyone is exhibiting it, but it's being discussed. And that's a start! As parents, it's important that we keep the conversation going for our children. They deserve to be taught ...read more
A perfect parent? Let me know when you find one. As for me? I'm a work in progress. My latest parenting journey is to find out how my introverted child "ticks." While I turn inward more than out, I consider myself more of an ambivert. I can turn it on and off. But one of my girls ...read more
Mom Confession! When mamas get together and exchange horror stories about how they spent years in a constant state of utter exhaustion because their littles did not sleep, I always have to keep quiet. All three of my babies slept for me at an early age and in turn, I slept too! ...read more
1. What inspired you to write Sh*tty Mom For All Seasons: Half-@ssing It All Year Long, a follow-up to the New York Times bestseller Sh*tty Mom? Alicia: Because the first one was an instant New York Times Bestseller! We heard from women immediately that they loved hearing other ...read more
You probably know that Kate, Jennie and I are all military families. We all have kids and we've all faced the challenges that deployments can bring. While each deployment is different and each kid reacts differently, these are our top 5 tips to help kids stay connected during ...read more
A mom’s day is often filled with challenges ranging from fussy toddlers to troublesome teens. The everyday stressors associated with being a parent can become overwhelming, especially for moms of little children. Let’s be honest…we all have been there. How many times have you ...read more
