After multiple episodes of throwing up, belly pain and a growing fever I took Makenna to the hospital yesterday. We were then told she could have appendicitis. After 6 hours, blood drawn, fluids, a cat scan (in a really cool machine), and lots of TV the results came back negative. …
I’m linking up with Sarah Halstead to show my favorite picture from each month of 2012. Here are my favorite picture I have taken this year. This was a random snap of the camera when Makenna was playing but I’m so glad I got it. Kendall walking down the streets …
Makenna turned 8-years-old on Monday. We aren’t really a “Huge birthday party with tons of people” family. We like doing things as a family. I’m sure as she gets older this may change but for now it’s perfect. I have an 8-year-old and a 2-year-old. So excited about the new …
The time has come to say goodbye to my U by Kotex Tween ambassadorship. It has been a fun 6 months so I’d just like to take this time to reflect on the things I believe have made me a better mom and communicator. U by Kotex challenged me without …
My daughter hasn’t gotten her period yet but this month I was happy when she asked me a very important question. “How will I know it’s coming? I don’t to stain my clothes.” A very valid question and worry, I think. I explained to Makenna that even if we track …
Before school started last month I sat down with my daughter and had a talk with her. Back To School time is full of fun, excitement, nervousness, and for some girls it means worrying about her period at school. I am hoping that because I am opening up the line …
Trying to get my girls to pick water over sugary drinks can sometimes be a daily challenge. What kid wouldn’t want a juice box over a plain glass of clear water. Water doesn’t exactly scream fun colors, tasty, or “sugar high”, now does it? Did you know that only 15% if …
Quality time is very important to me and I see that it’s important for my daughter, Makenna, as well. Spending time with her will hopefully let her know that the lines of communication will always be open and I will always be there for her no matter what. I’ve had …
It’s month two of my U by Kotex Tween Ambassadorship (Hers’s month one) and this month we’re talking about Beginning The Discussion With Your Daughter. So I have to tell you that I am scared. Not sure why I feel so nervous about talking to my daughter about the topic …
Having kids is one of the most rewarding thing in my life. Watching them grow, learning, and especially watching them use their imagination. Imagination was thought of as a way for children to escape from reality, and once they reached a certain age, it was believed they would push fantasy …
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