Category: Motivation

  • Own it then OM it

    As a mom of two young children, I have to say this parenting stuff is hard. Yes, their kisses are wonderful. When I look into their eyes, I melt. When they say silly things, I crack up. They are beautiful, smart, funny, endearing – and I wouldn’t give them up for the world. Yet sometimes…

  • 25 things i want my son to know

      I am writing this post for my son.  He is only three years-old, but he is growing so fast.  Much of what I wrote to my daughter in the 25 Things I want My Daughter to Know post also applies to him.  I wish them both the innocence of their childhood, the ability to…

  • a mommy’s [not-so-dirty] porn

    I came across this blog called Pregnant Chicken and nearly peed my pants laughing at the latest post on porn for pregnant ladies. I started brainstorming on what would get me excited since it feels like I’m stuck in mommy mode 24-7. This is what I came up with. Holla back if you agree and…

  • 25 things i want my daughter to know

    I love my kids so much.  There isn’t one thing in this world I will not do for them.  I will kiss their boo boo’s and wipe their tears.  I will help them get dressed, teach them to do their chores, and feed them healthy foods.  Lay with them at night, read to them, and…

  • impressed with the breast

    What’s in your breast milk? (downloadable pdf) BREAST MILK* Water Carbohydrates (energy source) Lactose Oligosaccharides (see below) Carboxylic acid Alpha hydroxy acid Lactic acid Proteins (building muscles and bones) Whey protein Alpha-lactalbumin HAMLET (Human Alpha-lactalbumin Made Lethal to Tumour cells) Lactoferrin Many antimicrobial factors (see below) Casein Serum albumin Non-protein nitrogens Creatine Creatinine Urea Uric acid…