Working Mom

I recently discovered that January is the most common month for depression. Many people call it "the Monday of Months." You might ask yourself, "Isn't this the month when everyone starts fresh and sets...

My oldest two boys have shared a room for the past 5 ½ years, ever since we moved into our house {they were 5 & 3 at the time}. Our house is 2 story...

  In the creation of this wonderful Caribbean dish, I partnered with Shanon Murray, an author and fellow contributor of Austin Moms. Shanon learned her culinary craft from her late grandmother, Yvonne Murray, a native...

A nanny by definition, is a person who provides childcare within the child’s family setting in addition to the legal guardian's care. The concept dates back to the early 1300’s and can be found...

It’s tough to listen to a crying baby and being a parent can be frustrating, no doubt; especially when you have a newborn… sleepless nights, insistent crying, constant diaper changes, and the inability to...

Dear Teachers, thank you. Thank you for the at-home lessons and activities. In many ways, they have been a life-saver, a connection to other humans and a means of accountability at times when my...

The world is evolving and it’s no longer necessary to have a corporate job or even go into an office. WFH is one thing that I am so grateful for that I fell into...

It has come to my attention that I am in great need of a chef.  And a personal grocery shopper.   Unfortunately, that is not in our budget.   I've noticed the past few weeks that we are...

This is my sister's story. A story of addiction, recover, and motherhood. As I write this, I’m at the airport, waiting for a plane to bring me back to Austin, having spent the last...

Time for Round 5!  This round will close today at 7 pm!  We will announce the Girl vs Boy names MONDAY morning!  Oh yea...one new prize! Note:  If you experience any issues voting, please comment...