Jenny M
What’s in My First-Aid Kit
As moms, we are constantly planning for the unexpected. Always having a First-Aid Kit on hand has put my mind at ease, and has been useful more times than I can count. While I...
Myositis: The Symptoms and What I Learned
My four year old complained of a headache for a few days, but was otherwise his normal self. Four days after the headache began, he woke with bilateral lower leg pain and could barely...
Where to Host a Pickleball Social in Birmingham
In case you haven't noticed, pickleball is the fastest growing sport in the US. This game mixes elements of tennis, ping pong, and badminton by using a paddle and plastic ball to create its...
The Enigma of the Mom Friend
The Need for Connection
Being a mom is tough. Doing it while feeling isolated can be devastating. We all need mom friends. As humans, our brains are hardwired for connection. Studies show that our positive...
The Power of Productivity
We have all heard it said that time is the only non-renewable resource. Think of productivity like budgeting your time just like you would budget your finances. For example, if I have X amount...
I Had a Bilateral Mastectomy, and No I Don’t Have Cancer
This past October, during breast cancer awareness month, I had a bilateral mastectomy.
However, I do not have breast cancer. In fact, I am in my 30s and quite possibly healthier than I have ever...
How a Shattered Shower Door Saved My Sanity
The Day That Changed Everything
When I had my first child, my anxiety went through the roof. I imagined every possible scenario in which my child could be injured, and I would go out of...
Jack Baskets :: Making Magical Moments
Magical Childhood
The magic of childhood only lasts for so long, so I want to make the most of it. When we see mushrooms, my children look for fairy homes and villages. (These mythical creatures...
Forget “Save the Tatas!” — Save a Life!
It’s that time of year again.
Every October the pinkwashing begins. “Save the tatas!” the billboards say. But what are we really promoting here? As someone who has watched women in my family battle...
Breastfeeding 101
When you're pregnant, it seems like everyone has a childbirth or breastfeeding horror story they want to share. Whether it is your mother, grandmother, neighbor, or the cashier at the grocery store, a swollen...