In a world filled with Karens… BE a Trisha.Have you ever been at the receiving end of discrimination, racism, hate, or overall disrespect? And for no good reason? Did it make you feel isolated? “Less than”? Small? I experienced these moments far too many times to count throughout my life, but when it happened to […]
The Impact of Social Distancing on Marriage and How to Maintain a Healthy Relationship
What is the impact of social distancing on marriage and how can we keep things running smoothly at home?Who would’ve ever thought that being cooped up with your spouse (with or without kiddos), in the same house, for an indefinite amount of time, could question the integrity your relationship? Well it does. And in spades. […]
A Rainbow Baby Shower :: To Have or Not to Have
A rainbow baby shower? Am I even allowed to have another shower? That is the very question I asked my two dear friends, Jenn and Sheena, when they made the executive decision to throw me one, despite my hesitation. From the get go, I was never really keen on having a celebration prior to my […]
Our Egg Donor :: A Friend’s Greatest Gift
Shortly after we publicly announced that we were having a baby, and that the baby was indeed a boy – we were flooded with congratulations, emotional outbursts of love and relief, teary embraces, and blessings from all directions. Understandably, there were less than a handful of resistant head tilts – asking about the logistics of how/what/why […]
Gender Reveal Tea Party :: A Story of Hope
Gender Reveal Tea Party :: A Story of Hope after Recurrent Loss We have a little secret to share… My daughter is obsessed with tea parties. So much so, that for the last handful of years I have been known to host at-home tea parties multiple times a week, with Smallie as my guest of honor. So when […]
Valentine’s Day Friendship Bracelets :: For School Friends
Valentine’s Day friendship bracelets? For an entire class? In theory, Valentine’s Day greetings for school friends, is very simple. Buy some mini v-day cards, encourage your little one to write their little friends’ names on them, and voila! You’re done. But you know us. We’re always looking for the detour – as we have a […]
5 Favorite ways of Fitting in Friendships as a Working Mom :: Vol. 27 #5Faves
After five years of figuring out this parenting thing, only now, have I found some effective ways of fitting in friendships as a working mom. I know, I know – we all have a hard time being told by (or being the one telling) our besties, “Girl, I’m busy. Sorry.” But what can we do? We ARE. […]
5 Beautiful Gifts For A Mother of Miscarriage :: Vol. 25 #5faves
Gifts for a Mother of Miscarriage? I know… my post title sounds heavy. Depressing even. And I’m sure you’re thinking – isn’t this a kid’s fashion blog? About clothes? Kids? The latest trends? This is all true. However, the author behind this blog is also a mom. And not just your everyday mom of the one […]
