The Journal

Shopping is the best, but shopping for your babies is even better. One of my favorite things about being a mom is being able to buy all of the fun baby stuff that comes alongside it. Even before I had my kiddos, I would stop at the baby section in any store just to feel […]

As a pediatric nurse and a mother, I can tell you how necessary it is to have a reliable and trustworthy doctor for your babies. Child healthcare is not always rainbows and butterflies, so maintaining trust in your provider is the single most important aspect of being a mother—aside from actually being a mother, of […]

As a mother, have you ever had a pediatrician you could actually trust to care for your babies? If you’ve only had good experiences with doctors, consider yourself lucky. Not all personalities mesh with others, and that typically becomes clear when dealing with health care providers. But, if you’re anything like me, imagine your worst […]

If you have little ones, it’s likely you’ve woken up to find spaghetti sauce in your bangs on more than one occasion; and trust me—you’re not alone. It’s tough to take time for ourselves when we have our toddlers running around the house with only half of their diaper strapped on and a chicken nugget […]

Being a mom can be a hectic experience—believe me, I know from experience—and it’s often difficult to find enough time for you in the middle of caring for your kids. But no matter how busy it gets, remember it’s still important to take that time to do that self-care with a perfect day at one […]