Writer – Freelance and Professional; Blogger – A Modern Mom’s Life; Kingston, Ontario
We’ve all heard the adage “It takes a village.” It’s never more true than in a family with working parents. That village can consist of family, friends, neighbours, and paid caregivers. While it’s important to have that network in place – people you can lean on when you need them – it’s also important to […]
Last year I drafted a post about how I survived the holidays. (You should head over and read it.) Turns out I like to do as little as possible over the holiday season. And you know what? It works for me. *This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase through my link I […]
There are a million posts out there about how to get some sleep while your kids are babies. I know, I’ve read a lot of them! But in my house, we’re way past that. (Check out this post from my friend Julie if you’re looking for baby and toddler sleeping tips!) My girls now sleep […]
I never feel like an organized mom. Some weeks feel more organized than others, but overall we live in a bit of chaos. If it looks like I’ve got my act together, it’s all an illusion. But that’s why I share my real life stories. When I find things that work for me, I love […]
Do you spend too much at Christmas? I’m talking time, money, and sanity! We definitely do. Even when we try to cut back, it never seems to work out. And while Christmas is supposed to be the most wonderful time of the year, it’s also the busiest. (With back-to-school cutting a close second!) While I do love […]