2020

Yearly Archives: 2020

Infertility During a Pandemic: The One-Two Punch

Infertility. "You have a 50% chance of getting pregnant."  "Wait. A what?" "A 50% chance...at best." I desperately wanted to ask more questions. My mind was swimming in...

Parental Survival Mode: I’m The Spouse of an Essential Worker

I was hunkered down on my bathroom floor, numbly scrolling through my phone when I got a text from my husband. “Is everything ok?”...

Suck It Up, Mama, Your Children Are Watching

Yes, suck it up. Which means that I am also putting out this warning! This post will not placate your feelings about being cooped...

Meet Sarah Palmer, Crafty Mama + Postpartum Depression Warrior

Hi! I’m Sarah Palmer. I live in Grand Blanc with my husband Chris, our independent, already opinionated but sweet daughter Lily, Hannah our rescue...

Meet Magann: Mom of Four + Self-Care Advocate

Hello Mid-Michigan! My name is Magann, one of the newest MMM contributors. I married Nathan {Nate} in 2011. We are raising our 3 boys and...

50+ Ways to Enjoy a Mini Ice Cream Sandwich

A mini ice cream sandwich. The perfect size treat that offers convenience and happiness at the end of a busy day. Why am I...

The Many Faces of a Mother Rushing to Beat the Clock

After working second-shift for over a decade and relishing in mornings not governed by the clock, I am now more than a year into...

Meet Christina: Teacher, Writer, and Reader

Hi everyone! My name is Christina and I am thrilled to be a part of the Mid-Michigan Moms Contributor Team. I am a mom of...

What the Mid-Michigan Moms’ Team REALLY Wants For Mother’s Day

It's Mother's Day! The one day of the year that is just for you, to honor all that you do for your family. The big...