Dear yayas, I’m a single mom. My daughter and I are doing just fine. But it is starting to feel like other people think we aren’t or something. I keep getting a lot of offers to “help” that aren’t actually helpful. For example, people wanting to watch the baby (she’s too young to be left… Read More
Thoughts on how to deal with a disappointing Mother’s Day Mother’s Day is over. And you’re left feeling…underwhelmed. Maybe you didn’t get a thoughtful card (or a card at all). Maybe the flowers weren’t what you had in mind (or there were no flowers). Maybe you’re resentful that you still had to be the primary… Read More
Dear yayas, I just had a baby and I have so many friends and family pressuring me to post photos and updates on social media. I don’t feel comfortable having my kid’s face on any social media, private or otherwise. What do I say to these constant requests? – Private Accountant Hi Private Accountant, Congratulations! Please… Read More
Breastfeeding is amazing. Being a new mom is amazing. Your newborn baby is amazing. The learning curve of it all is…overwhelming. Especially when it comes to the basics like sleep and breastfeeding. While sleep is a whole other topic, here are 5 myths about breastfeeding to keep in mind when thinking about your short term… Read More
Dear yayas, This will be my first Mother’s Day as a mom. It feels really special to me, something I’ve waited for my whole life. I know this sounds silly, but I feel like my husband doesn’t realize just how important this day is for me. I don’t want to be disappointed if he ends… Read More
Dear yayas, I’m a boy mom; I have two awesome boys ages (almost) 2 and (almost) 4. It feels like I live in a whole different world than most of my friends (especially the ones who have at least one girl). There’s not a lot of quiet moments in my house. It feels like all… Read More
Dear yayas, My husband and I are stuck in a dating rut. We haven’t gone out on a date for at least 6 months. We’re tired all the time and low on funds, so we can’t do anything too over the top. I want to “spice things up,” but honestly don’t remember how to do… Read More
This article contains an affiliate link. Mother’s Day is next month… Sunday, May 13, 2018 to be exact (write that down). The time to plan is NOW. Meaningful gifts can’t always be picked up last minute. Moms know if you waited until the day before. Save yourself the stress and worry: plan ahead. Be open… Read More
Dear yayas, How do you know when you’re “done” having kids? We have two children–one boy and one girl–and I just don’t feel like I’m done having babies. My partner is on the fence. We know there’s a lot of factors to consider, but does this feeling of wanting more ever go away? – Pondering… Read More
Dear yayas, I’m starting to feel like my husband and I aren’t on the same page when it comes to parenting. We have a 6 month old and a 3 year old and lately there have just been so many moments where I’m trying to stay on schedule and he just, I don’t know, doesn’t… Read More