That day in 8th grade is forever etched in my memory. Here are 5 lessons from dealing with mean girls. I'm stronger than I look. You are, too.
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My (values based) money manifesto
Talking about money shouldn't be taboo. Because we can use it to amplify our values and advocate for others. Here's how I'm using my money for good
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2020: the year I tried to blog through a global pandemic
Your 2020 favorite posts from MothersRest.com. There's lots about food and COVID - go figure! Plus, one that's been translated into FOUR languages - say what?!
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I volunteered for the COVID vaccine. Here’s what happened.
I volunteered for the Moderna COVID vaccine trial. Here's why: MY BOYS. It's time to return childhood to our children and get back to normal. Treatments and the vaccine are coming - FAST! Are you ready to weigh the risks?...
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The thing about taking the COVID test
By Erin, guest blogger On Monday, I saw you at the pool You pulled a chair up at my table. It wasn’t the first time you had done this, but it still felt odd to have someone outside my immediate...
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Why you can AND SHOULD take a kid-free vacation
Terrified to leave your littles for a little time away with your honey? Here's why you should just do it. Plus, tips to make the transition easier for everyone.
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Finding the silver lining in this quarantine mess
How are you fairing through all this? Here's how one mom's struggle with postpartum depression prepared her to cope with the new normal.
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Are you ready to be a guest blogger?
This is your chance. To tell your story. To embrace your gifts. To bring hope to others. Because this mothering thing is hard. We need each other. We need to know we’re not alone in our struggles. We need the...
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Here’s why you need to teach your kid to be a good human
Society tells kids it's cool to be cruel. Are you OK with this? If not, here are 5 tips to help you model kindness and teach your children that words matter.
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Top 10 blog posts for 2022
Super excited to celebrate SEVEN YEARS of community with you, sharing parenting tips and reflecting on life in the trenches with small (and big) children. With more than 33,000 people visiting the MothersRest blog in 2022, here are the most...
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5 ways to simplify the Holidays for the kids and you
It's OK to not put up ALL the decorations or buy ALL the gifts. Here are 5 tips to help the kids - AND YOU - balance cozy and simple this Christmas.
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The top 10 most popular MothersRest blog posts in 2019
Your 2019 favorite posts from MothersRest.com. All in one convenient place. So you can find helpful sleep tips and (irreverent?) parenting advice. When you need it. Here's to a fabulous 2020!
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Momma, this too shall pass
Stand up straight. Take hold of your power. And channel your inner Gandalf. That tantrum threatening to take you down? It too shall pass. You got this, momma.
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What to do when breastfeeding is hard
You've heard breastfeeding is good for baby. You've heard breastfeeding is good for mom's health. And you've heard breastfeeding helps you bond with your wee one. But if you're reading this, you've probably also discovered it's hard.
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Miscarriage: 1 in 4 women know we need to talk about this
Sometimes a miscarriage is so early it feels like a heavy, painful period. Other times, you sense it coming when you look in the eyes of the ultrasound tech. But every time, you need to know: YOU'RE NOT ALONE.
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