First Day of School Books We’re Reading
Earlier this week I shared the cute back to school pajamas I purchased for our preschooler entering pre-K in September,…
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What I’m Buying for Back To School Pajamas
A roundup of cute back to school themed pajamas that I’m purchasing to help encourage a smooth transition for my soon to be pre-K kiddo.
Join Me for Infant Loss Awareness Month
October is Pregnancy and Infant Loss Awareness Month, and I invite you to join me. Share your story. Show your support. Spread awareness.
A Mother’s Day Message for Grieving Moms
I am so, so proud to be a part of this community. This year The Joyful Morning team created this…
My Go-To Toy Store for Finding The Perfect Kid-Approved Birthday Gift
So perhaps I’ve been living under a rock, but this weekend I came across a new to me brand of kids toys, and stop the freaking press I am completely obsessed with this shop.
25+ Books for Toddlers About Death and Sibling Loss
Books are a great tool to help children understand death and process their grief, but after Rory died I struggled to find stories that would be appropriate for our 2 year old daughter. Many children’s books are just a bit too advanced for a toddler’s comprehension.
A Brief Glimpse into Grief
The other day a best friend asked how I was doing, and I knew she meant for real. She’s one of the good ones. The honest ones. The ones that aren’t afraid to dig in deep, or sit in silence. She’s one who shows up. Who keeps asking, and offering, and just doing.
The Power of Mom Squads
I find myself lying in bed late at night. Lights out but wide awake, scrolling social media, obviously. I forward…
Freaking Instagram, Man…
F*&%ing Instagram, man. Or better yet, social media as a whole. For the last 8 days our family has been…
Meet Rory John
Snuggle up and get cozy while I introduce to you our little Rory John. Rory is now in Heaven with big sister Olivia, but he deserves a formal introduction too.
I Wasn’t Supposed to Write This Post
Sharing the devastating news I never wanted to share, again. On October 9, 2019 our son Rory was born with a rare form of a life-limiting disease. The diagnosis is terminal.
Making a Baby Registry as a 2nd Time Mom
Making the perfect baby registry can be overwhelming. And it’s not always easier the 2nd time around! Keep reading to see what’s in and what’s out this time around, on my baby registry as a 2nd time mom.
20+ Gifts for 2 Year Olds That Parents Won’t Hate
As a parent, it’s easy to accumulate a lot of junk over the years. Plastic toys. Toys that break down. Toys that your kid loses interest in… fast. As we head towards Gemma’s 2nd birthday, I’m rounding up a list of gifts that I think are perfect for 2 year olds.
Our Daily Schedule with a 2 Year Old
It’s been an entire year since I’ve shared an example of our daughter’s daily schedule! For the most part, our…
My Manifesto for Surviving The Early Days After Child Loss
Following the death of our infant daughter, I found myself facing the immense power of personal choice. Time and time…