Our friend Lindsay at Suburban Turmoil is always hilarious. If you are overwhelmed by the world's public obsessions with Paleo, Crossfit, Green Smoothies, HIIT, and other cult-like dedication to ... [Read More]
Links rookie moms should know about (February 2015)
Peanut Butter and Jelly vs Jelly and Peanut Butter
I'm bursting with pride for my friend Deborah Kelson, who has just published an adorable children's book that I cannot recommend more whole-heartedly for kids who are old enough to a) eat peanut ... [Read More]
Things to do in Barcelona with toddlers and little kids
After spending a week in Barcelona with an almost-3-year-old, I am happy to report that it is a really family-friendly city to visit. Here are some ideas for how to spend your in Barcelona with ... [Read More]
If I were the boss of the auto industry, this is how families would roll
I was invited to attend the Chicago Auto Show this year by a very friendly car company. While I considered the invitation strongly (I would have been able to visit my posse of Chicago besties) I had ... [Read More]
Are these dad stereotypes true, fair, or productive?
My husband does most of the laundry in our house, makes breakfast and lunch for the children, and works at a full-time job without a flexible schedule. When he is done with lunch packing, he cleans ... [Read More]
Toddler music time & other people’s kids {Rookie Moms Challenge #32}
There are so many aspects of being a parent to contemplate. For example, the concept of being a "mom in the world." How will you, as a mother, act in the world? How will you treat other people's ... [Read More]