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Let’s talk about the worst kept secret – periods, birth control, and family planning. Over the last year, I found myself getting asked by several friends and family members about how I handle these things. I can always tell...
I'm going to keep this brief, hehe, because let's be honest, our free time is limited - but when I find a mom hack, or in this case, a period hack, I have to shout it from the rooftops...
“Mom, I don’t like being called Mikey,” my 6-year-old confided while I made dinner. It struck me as pretty out of the blue because only an occasional family member or friend uses the nickname and he’s never batted an...
Summer vacation is over and school is back in full swing — but did you know that September is a great time to visit your local library? Libraries are more than just a place to read books. They’re a...
I grew up in a beautiful, rural community in the thumb of Michigan. Memories of my childhood include our neighbors being incredibly kind to my family, whether it was lending a helping hand or sharing a cup of coffee....
I am likely in the minority of stay-at-home-moms who do not do their husband's laundry. This is not something I'm proud of sharing. It feels like in not doing it, I'm not up-to-snuff with modern-day "wifing" in a lot...
September is Emergency Preparedness Month
With so many natural disasters happening around the world right now or at any given time, making sure my family is ready for a possible evacuation or disaster has been hitting closer to home. What...
We know you can grab a cup o' joe at one of the many fabulous coffee chains across Mid-Michigan, but nothing beats a warm cup of coffee at a cozy local coffee shop or a glass of small-batch tea...
As a Puerto Rican woman, I am proud to represent everything "Boricua" from our choice in music, to the food I cook, to even the books I read. Want to join me in celebrating the accomplishments of Latin women...
