Tag: motherhood
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Confession: I am an angry mom
The people who know me would probably be surprised. I am a quiet usually very patient person, and I don’t get angry easily …except at my kids apparently. Usually it starts out small. One of the kids made a mess at the table and there are crumbs everywhere. I feel the seed of irritability take…
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Quotes I am Finding Encouraging
As I have mentioned in past posts, I struggle with postpartum depression and anxiety during the newborn stage. This time around, I have been keeping a journal filled with verses and quotes that I am finding encouraging and comforting during this stage of life. Checkout this post for some of the verses I’ve been dwelling…
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Things You Need to Hear when You’re Raising Little Kids
With a three year old, two year old, and newborn, I really need to hear some of the things in this post. So if no one else is telling you these things, take it from me–your fellow mama.
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My Favorite Mom Hacks
There are a few things I have found that really make my life easier and run more smoothly! From keeping your car clean and organized to breastmilk supply to stain treating kids’ clothes these are some of my favorites:
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When Motherhood Feels Mundane
Some days it feels like all I do is clean up after the kids, change diapers, wipe butts, and do dishes. Some days motherhood feels boring and mundane especially in these little years. There are several things, especially verses, that have helped change my perspective when life feels mundane. I’ll share them in the remainder…
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When Irritability Hits as a Mom
Yesterday was a rough day. The kids were difficult all morning–getting into things and throwing tantrums. After dealing with this behavior all morning, we decided to go to the library. I thought I would get some time to sit down while the kids played with the train set in the kids’ area. Instead, I ended…
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Tips for Two under Two
Our kids are 18 months apart. They are now 3 years and 18 months old and it is a pretty fun season. They are so sweet to each other, often giving hugs and kisses. And they are starting to play together well. It is so sweet to watch their bond develop. Things are pretty smooth…
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How to be a More Present Mom
Put your phone down. Phones can be a distraction and it can be tempting to stare at a screen instead of connecting with my kids. I have started trying to set my phone aside or even in another room so that it is not a temptation when I’m playing with my kids. Focus on what…
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Self Care for Moms
Some people think taking any time for yourself is bad or selfish. But I find that it’s important to take care of myself to prevent burnout. I am a better mom when I take some time for myself since I have more energy, am less stressed, and not as irritable. Of course there is a…
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Ways to Be More Intentional/Purposeful as a Mom
Figure out your priorities. Mine are as follows: God, then my husband, then my kids, then community (relatives/friends), and then health. Learn how to say no to things that don’t align with your priorities—sometimes you will need to say no to good things to say yes to more important ones! In this current season, I…
Purposeful Mama 