There are so many seasons of life and motherhood, some days we feel like we are top of the world and other days we feel like we have absolutely failed (newsflash we haven't, it just feels that way)....
Welcome 2020!  I'm speaking for myself, and half the world when I say I'm looking forward to this year.  Like a lot of us, we do this little ditty called a new year's resolution. Yes, we always aim high,...
If you thought this post was about some apple cider vinegar cleanse or a special workout plan, sorry to disappoint. But if you still want to learn how to not only feel less stressed and anxious, improve your focus,...
When I first found out I was pregnant, I was pretty naïve to most things pregnancy-related, but I thought I was prepared for what the basic symptoms would be like. Food cravings and aversions. Nausea. Fatigue (though not the...
Being a mom is hard.  Not like "training for the Pittsburgh marathon hard", but "having someone depend on you day and night for the rest of your life" hard.  I always wanted to be a mother. I remember at...
Summer Solstice has passed, marking the start of our summer and bringing light to the first half of the year. It’s hard to believe it’s July already. School’s out, family vacations are underway and I am so excited. Summer...
As parents, it’s so important for us to be positive role models for our children – including when it comes to taking care of their teeth! A lack of good oral health habits not only can result in toothaches...
I have only known I have PCOS (Polycystic Ovary Syndrome) for a few years, but I happened to stumble across this older blog post I wrote to family and friends as my husband and I, after trying to conceive...
We couldn't be happier to announce that Bloom: A Celebration of Motherhood is returning for the 3rd consecutive year in Pittsburgh! This mom-centered event will feature businesses, speakers, massages and food that all aim to make moms' lives easier...
It’s hard enough being a teen - having a smile you’re not proud of makes it even harder. Many teens’ self-esteem is tied to what they look like on the outside. As much as we try to tell them it’s...

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