parental challenges
Kiwi Problem
No, this isn't about some New Zealander I had a fling with. That was years ago and it was no "problem" - wink, wink, nudge,…
Bully Kids
Can you control your anger when another kid is mean to your kid? Would you be able to control your anger if no one else…
What A Relief
Cool Mom goes on location! I haven't done that in a while. Look at me all relaxed! Ha, not for long, not with this bun…
Hurting Your Kid, Part 2
When I accidentally harm my child, as I did in this tale, my self-esteem could not go lower. This is my second installment in what…
Mom Politics
Moms are supposed to be our buddies, but they can also vibe us and bug us. When I was pregnant with Vivien I asked Mark,…
Gross Bathrooms
Mama is looking pregnant now! Here's one of the hidden secrets of parenthood: Gross bathrooms. Kind of like how no one told me I was…
Food Mistakes
It's always humbling when you realize as a parent you've screwed up. Hopefully, it's something small and not bailing your kid out of jail. Reading…
Blended Family
Hey stepparents! Some of you have mentioned that you'd like me to address our delicate family position a bit more. Well, here's something to gnaw…
Stickers On The Window
I never wanted to be that mom. You know the one, the mom with her car covered in stickers? One or both of the…