Play isn’t just a way to pass the time — it’s how kids build their brains, bodies, and relationships. From random wiggles to full-blown imagination, every type of play supports a different area of development. As an occupational therapist, I’ve seen how understanding what kind of play your child is doing can help you better […]

Potty training can feel like a ticking clock, especially when your toddler turns two and the pressure kicks in. However, the truth most people miss: potty training isn’t a one-step task. It’s a developmental process involving multiple systems of the brain and body. As an OT and mom of three, I’ve seen the difference between […]

They say it takes a village, but these days, most mothers are handed a daycare brochure instead. This is the story of what it really costs to commit to raising my own kids. In a world that tells you to hand them off. I had the degrees. The experience. The earning potential.When it came time […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

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: […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]