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Something is shifting. Across the country, more parents are stepping back from the mainstream education system, not because they don’t value learning, but because they’re questioning how and where it’s happening. Homeschooling, once a fringe concept, is now a growing movement among families seeking something different: stronger values, deeper connection, and more meaningful learning in […]

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The Rise of Homeschooling: Why Families Are Reclaiming Childhood, Faith, and Education

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Not every baby is the same, and not every parenting decision will look the same, either. One of the most helpful lessons I’ve learned is that tools are just that: tools. They are useful when used with intention, not out of habit or fear. In this post, I want to share some of the most […]

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Sleep Tools That Actually Help: What I Learned from Pacifiers, Swaddles, and Tummy Sleep

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Sleep is not just a luxury, it’s a necessity, for both kids and parents. Yet for many families, restful nights feel more like a myth than reality. As a mom of three (and an OT by training), I’ve learned that teaching kids to sleep well isn’t about luck, it’s about skill-building, consistency, and understanding their […]

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Sleeping Beauties: Teaching the Skill of Sleep: What I’ve Learned from Motherhood and Research

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The Reality No One Warns You About You’re rocking the baby to sleep—again—when suddenly your toddler runs by and smacks her in the head. Or you turn your back for 30 seconds and find him tugging on the dog’s ears with a look of wild delight. Before the guilt or shame creeps in, hear this: […]

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Why Your Toddler Hits the Baby: Understanding Sensory Seeking and What to Do About It

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A reflection on motherhood, pressure, and what actually matters Hear me out. I know it sounds crazy—but I honestly believe that having three kids is easier than one. Not because there’s less mess. (There’s more.)Not because there’s more sleep. (There isn’t.)But because I, the mother, have changed. When I was a first-time mom, I was […]

A mother sitting peacefully with her three young children gathered around her, illustrating the emotional ease and connection of parenting multiple kids

Why Having Three Kids Is Easier Than One

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The Unfiltered Truth About Parenting Parenting is a master class in emotional regulation. And let’s be honest: most of us are failing the final exam. You start the day with good intentions. Coffee in hand. A fresh sense of resolve. But then the crayons scribbled on your wooden front door. The toddler won’t put on […]

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How Your Reactions Shape Your Child’s Behavior: Emotional Regulation for Parents

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If you’ve ever felt like potty training was going to break you—this post is for you. Potty training is hard. It’s messy. It’s emotional.And it’s so much more than just learning to pee in the potty. If you’ve felt overwhelmed, ashamed, behind, or just plain confused—you are not alone. And more importantly, you are not […]

Potty Training Isn’t One-Size-Fits-All: OT Strategies for Every Child

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When I became a mom, I had the best intentions. No screens before age two. No background noise. Just wooden toys, Montessori shelves, and slow, present living. But life has a way of humbling you. After I broke my leg (with three kids under five ) I leaned hard on the TV to survive. It […]

Busting the Myths: Screen-Free Time & Independent Play

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Three kids. One meal. Someone’s crying, someone’s gagging, and someone else is dipping broccoli in milk on purpose. If that sounds like your kitchen table, you’re not alone. Feeding toddlers isn’t just messy — it’s a sensory experience. And for kids between 1 and 3 years old, sensory processing can play a major role in […]

Why Mealtimes are So Hard: Feeding Struggles Through a Sensory Lens

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Three kids under five.One red truck.Two tantrums, one scream, and a mom wondering if peace will ever return. If you’re living in this stage of life — welcome. You’re not alone, and you’re not doing anything wrong. Toy battles are a rite of passage in toddlerhood, and contrary to what Instagram or your well-meaning great […]

Why Sharing Is So Hard — and 5 Strategies That Actually Help (Even with Toddlers)