Parenting Perspective + Experience

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I’ve heard many moms say that they begin the countdown to bedtime early in the day, usually around the same time their small children turn into unrecognizable pumpkins. My experience has been slightly different. Most days, I do not...

If you’ve lived in Cincinnati more than a minute, you probably know that it is a great place for families. We have an amazing zoo. The Museum Center has something for everyone. Our libraries are some of the best...

I will preface this by saying that I read a lot of material on pregnancy and childbirth. I spoke with a lot of people. I asked a lot of questions. I felt as prepared as I could possibly have...

As a parent we hope that everyone will see the best in our kids. Just as we struggle to find it ourselves sometimes. We can feel confident that those who know our families, know our children well enough, but...

Don’t be afraid of art. It truly is what you make it. It’s about the process and letting your child experience something new with a variety of senses. And remember, it’s okay to get messy! I was at a local...

I am a small-town girl, born & raised in Ohio. I have lived in Cincinnati since 2003, and am grateful for all of my adventures in this wonderful city! My husband Mike & I have two daughters, Audrey (4)...

I have a confession to make:: I LOVE Makeup. Lipstick, eye shadow, blush, mascara, you name it, it's in my makeup drawer. Using makeup makes me feel pretty! My relationship with makeup has definitely changed since having children, just...

Last year, I went on my first official camping trip. You can read about that experience in the first of what is apparently becoming a series, HERE. That first trip was definitely a "dip your toes in the water"...

There are lots of opinions on nutrition and what makes a healthy meal. Trends and fad diets make me want to bang my head against a wall if I pay too much attention to them. So, I don’t. Instead,...