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Reflecting on a New Year

January 22, 2023

A few weeks ago I posted this anti-resolution on my personal Instagram feed. As I sit in solitude on my birthday weekend in a lovely cabin in the middle of the rural Willamette Valley wine country, I’m inspired to post some mid-life mama musings on this long-forgotten blog. The last few months, well, if I’m […]

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Swimming Pool Safety Advice for Parents

March 20, 2020

Are you looking forward to summer? The summer months are hot, sticky, and often a little unbearable, which is why so many families head to their local swimming pool to cool down and have fun. It’s easy to assume a visit to the pool is a safe way to spend an afternoon, and if done […]

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Understanding Your Child’s Autism Diagnosis

January 21, 2020

The more you know about your autistic child’s needs, the more you can help them thrive. From the moment their doctor begins to discuss the possibility of Autism, your world may be turned upside down. At first, it may seem like a daunting diagnosis. But in time you’ll find that there are many measures that can […]

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5 Items Every Mom Should Have in Their Car

June 24, 2019

If there’s one thing we learn fast as new moms it’s to always be prepared. You never know when the next accident might happen with your baby or when certain items will come in handy. Whether it be extra diapers, an extra pair of shoes, or a first aid kit, make sure you always have […]

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How Do I Love My Children? Guest Post by Erin from Steps to Trusting

January 15, 2018

Often when I picture what our family life will be, I picture playing outside in the fall or cuddling before bed. I think that just being with my children conveys my love to them. But how do we love our children when life is not so picturesque? This is not a rhetorical question. How can […]

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5 STEM Apps for Kids – Guest Post by H. Davis

July 24, 2017

Like everything else, technology has transformed our education system, and the future success and leadership of the United States relies on it. Since we are always connected with each other through devices, students’ backpacks don’t just include pencils and notebooks anymore, but also laptops and tablets. Although some parents might argue that these gadgets are, […]

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Why I Pray For My 12 Year-Old’s Wife NOW – Guest Post by Sheila Qualls

June 19, 2017

All little boys are in love with their mommies at some point. My son was no different. He asked me to marry him when he was five-years-old. At five, I was the center of his universe. I cared for his heart. He came to me when he was hurt, unhappy, afraid, or troubled. I cooked […]

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Internet Safety Facts Parents Should Know About – Guest Post by KidGuard

May 29, 2017

This post has been sponsored. I have received compensation to share this content. In today’s modern world, the rise of technology has served to foster an increasingly interconnected global community. There are benefits to many of the ways in which technology and the internet have changed our patterns of interaction; faster and easier means of […]

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The Excuses We Make NOT to Play with Our Kids

November 9, 2016

When I had our first baby, I was enthralled with motherhood. I could sit and stare for days at my newborn, relishing the hours with her in stay-at-home-mommy bliss. When she began to coo, crawl, and toddle I wanted nothing more than to be with her on the floor, making faces, playing with toys or […]

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Hi! I'm Wynter. Wife to Jonathan and mama to Chloe, Adaya and Liam. I am a writer, artist, MarCom professional, freelance editor, and an avid gardener, TV lover and chocolate-covered cherries addict. Come back here each week for new, powerful stories of motherhood from real moms across the mother spectrum. Read More…

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