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Raising Boys

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Raising Boys

5 Ways I’m a “Bad Mom” Everyday

I start my mornings with a Starbucks and a Spinach Feta Wrap about 7 am. Then, I do an hour of Pilates and cardio, followed by thirty minutes of Booty Barre. Feeling super toned and ballerina-like, I pop my favorite champagne and slide into an essential-oil-infused bubble bath. This is where I do my best writing and catch up on all my social media feeds. Don’t worry, I have the children sitting with a box of Cheezits each in front of their favorite YouTube shows. The Playlist lasts 5 hours – Perfect. I also just left the jug of apple juice in front of them in case they get thirsty. The 5 Best Foods To Lose The Baby Weight and Pump Up Your Milk Supply Increase Your Milk Supply Overnight 3 Tricks I Use To Lose The Baby Weight That Worked Three Times Now Back to my day: My tub…

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5 Ways to Be A Happier Mom in 5 Minutes

Getting your happy back is something that’s probably crossed your mind at some point in your motherhood journey. Where did it go? Somewhere along the road of motherhood our pure joy and enthusiasm dwindles to utter surrender as we slave away for our babies, toddlers and kids. Many of us find ourselves in spurts of complete irritation with our children. Even me, a happy, easy-going person has had weeks of complete frustration and irritation with the lack of freedom, constant wining, never-ending interuptions and sleepless nights. Well, I’ve found a way to become a happier, more grateful mommy in 5 minutes by doing these very simple things. First, I Look at Old Videos and Pictures This is so helpful!! I am reminded of how innocent and cute my now trying and rebellious 5-year-old is. I look back at the beautiful memories and footage of our family, first words and milestones,…

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Raising Boys

I Didn’t Put My Boys In Preschool

Benjamin and Jack love to sit at their little kid table and “do their homework” aka scribble, color and maybe  attempt writing their names in between sneaking warrior stripes on each other’s  faces. They see their older half-brother working on his homework when he’s with us, and of course, they think they have homework too. I didn’t put either of them in preschool  this year, even though I very well could of. There’s a preschool out there for every budget and learning style, but my heart isn’t on board with preschool yet for my boys. I have this old-school vision, or maybe fantasy, where I want them to just be wild  and free as long as possible. I want to keep the adventures rolling and avoud the schedule. I realize there are some downsides to not being a part of the class and establishing friendships and learning structure, but something…

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