We finally completed the renovation of our first-floor flooring, and like most renovations, it was a bit more involved than we initially hoped for. When we bought the house three years ago, we knew the…

“What if we build some beds for the kids?” I said to my husband. “I’ve found nice ones online, but even a big chunk of change wouldn’t get exactly what I want, and it seems…

We were snuggled on the couch to watch Beauty and the Beast, all five of us piled onto a single section of the sofa. I laughed to myself about the expanse of available seating to…

Lots of us love blues, greens, whites, and greys. And if neutrals are more your thing, you might think you need to stay far away from a color like red. But we think it’s worth…

This fantastic piece by Leila of Like Mother, Like Daughter calls us forth to evangelize with beauty, and to step away from a “war of words” fought emptily by lawn signs and statement banners. In…

We moved into our home 4 years ago and have loved slowly making it our own. It feels like us, which I’ve come to learn is one of the goals in any home—to make it…

Meet Cathleen.  Cathleen Bearse is a wife, mother, and founder of Fearless Fostering, an online support network where foster moms can find coaching, community, and encouragement as they open their homes and their hearts to…

I spend my days hustling between clients’ homes and countertop slab yards. I start the day in my own kitchen, re-designing it in my head as I wonder what I’ll make for dinner when my…

Many moons ago I was mindlessly scrolling through Instagram, as one does, and stopped dead in my tracks when I saw Grace (@camp_patton) was painting her tile floors. Yes. PAINTING THEM. I didn’t even know…

I’ve always loved the look of exposed wood beams, but I never imagined I’d actually ever have them. You know? You have to live in a hundred year old house, I thought, or build a…

When it comes to decorating, so often we focus our attention on the interior of our home. After all, it’s where we spend the most time. But with nice weather rolling in, we’ll all be…

Now is the time to plant everyone’s favorite summer crop, tomatoes! From canning to salads to right off the vine, these versatile fruits are an easy-to-grow and delicious addition to your garden. Here are a…

Truly, this little “makeover” will take 5 minutes. Maybe even less. I was at my parent’s house last summer, admiring their (what I perceived to be) gorgeous white stone statue of the Blessed Mother. I…

As mamas we wear a lot of hats and fill a lot of roles, and we think our dress collections should follow suit! ⁠⁠So we’ve rounded up 8 spring dresses that can be dressed up…

One evening, just a few weeks ago, my husband was deeply inspired to create a family oratoryand informed me that he had ordered a bronze, Benedictine altar crucifix, an incense boat with a supply of…

I had no idea, as I glued a panel of wallpaper to my dining room wall in a rare moment of courage, the extent of the wallpaper love affair that would ensue. The design that…

Mornings around here are crazy. Everyone wakes up very, VERY ready for the day. Energy levels are high, appetites are intense, and between the school lunch packing, the hair brushing, the oatmeal making, and the…

Wallpaper is one of those things that looked beautiful on the Internet but I was pretty sure I’d never try it. First of all, because I had seen those videos of people putting it up…

Warmer weather has us heading to the beach, and we’re loving these cute and roomy bags that fit all of our diaper bag contents, towels, snacks, and sunscreen with ease. Best news of all? They’re…

You know you’re a mom when one of your favorite parts of your new house is the mudroom. Seriously. We live on a dirt road, so it’s especially awesome to have a place to shed…

There’s nothing better than sunny spring days spent outdoors. And as we transition to warmer weather our attention is naturally directed to our patios, porches, and backyard spaces where we can create fresh and functional…

My husband and I don’t binge on television often, but when we do, it’s something along the lines of HGTV. Whether it’s the gold standard of Fixer Upper, House Hunters, or our latest favorite home…

Do you ever stumble across something that you absolutely love, but are hesitant to incorporate into your home because it might not be “in”? Four years ago when we remodeled our kitchen, I fell head…

In 2020, we hosted Adele of Simple Life Musings on our Instagram stories home tour series. She lives in a dreamy D.C. area home (once featured in a Hallmark movie!) with her husband and seven…

Photo courtesy of Kelly @hartley_home When it comes to decorating, the laundry room is usually the last space we give our attention. But what if a pretty laundry room made you to actually want to…

I’m taking down the ornaments, wrapping up the créche, and laying the garland gently back into the storage bins when my three kids shriek in unison: “MOM WHAT ARE YOU DOING?” I explain, and the…

A beautiful spring day in April 2018 marked my life into a “before” and “after.” My 12-year-old daughter was playing with seven girls in a neighbor’s backyard. I walked our puppy to pick up Evelyn…

Originally published: 11/12/2019 What makes a house a home?  The answer is probably a lot of things. Knowing where the light switches are, your favorite art on the walls, the memories of happy and sad…

“MOM!!! HARRY IS TOUCHING MY DINOSAUR BOOK!”  The cry of this capital injustice rings out through the house at the exact moment I sit down to finally have some coffee. Maybe they’ll figure it out…

We’ve rounded up our latest favorites for the kids, the home, and for you! From two-in-one coats, to cozy fire pits, to great reads for mom, everything we recommend is tried and true and Everyday…

I have the most distinct memory of walking home from a local thrift store about a year ago, carrying a beautiful, large antique basket under my arm to decorate the new apartment my husband and…

In one of his comedy sketches, comedian, author, and producer Jim Gaffigan shares his secret desire to be a film director, but in daily life. With this special power, he explains, you could simply yell…

When I first began pursuing minimalism about a year and a half ago, I distinctly remember a time when I had returned from the grocery store to a solid surprise. I’d only been out less…

A few years ago, we found out we were expecting our fifth child. A month later, we learned it was twins, and a month after that we learned that one of them most likely had…

“How did you navigate being nervous about labor? I am really starting to feel worries creep in…it’s so intense!” This text popped up on my phone from a friend of mine who was expecting her…

As we head out of summer and into fall (and winter), it’s looking like a lot of us are going to be spending quite a bit of time at home. But as we head into…

Noah had been exhibiting worrisome symptoms for a year and a half prior to his diagnosis.  He wouldn’t gain weight for months at a time, he had stomach pain with constipation, vomiting, pale complexion, extreme…

My husband and I locked eyes at the dinner table. Wide-eyed and stone faced, our forks frozen in mid-air as our children began screeching yet another nonsensical song about spaghetti squash. Just as I moved…

It didn’t take long after the social distancing protocols were enacted for our mama hearts to ache over the situational impossibility of filling our homes with friends and family. We all missed hosting playdates and…

The other day, I was shopping out at our local grocery store. As I was picking out produce, six feet apart from other shoppers and slightly sweaty behind my mask, a t-shirt hanging off to…

Dear Everyday Mamas community,  Two years ago, we launched this website with one foundational principle in mind: that “love begins at home.” We were drawn to this well-loved mantra of Mother Teresa’s a long time…

Everyday Mamas was founded on the belief that love begins at home. We believe that as parents, everything we are doing in our daily lives as parents at home is important because it’s building the…

photo by: @foodess (recipe for Apricot Iced Tea Popsicle below) Bring on the sunshine and swimsuits! We are so SO glad it’s summer. Our editor’s picks for June revolve around all things outdoors—from kid’s jumpsuits…

photo courtesy of: @mrs.jordonbailey “But what does she DO all day? Her life must feel like a perpetual vacation!” “Yeah. Must be nice, right?” We were digging chips into bowls of fresh salsa, guac, and…

Photo credit: @tanyashatsillo It was snack time and our two hangry daughters pulled at my pant legs. As I stood in the kitchen, watching the rain fall on the patio pavement outside our minimalist, Kansas…

A few months ago, I read Little Women. I had never read it before. I had never seen any of the movie adaptations, and so I didn’t know much about the plot, the characters or…

Ever since Amanda was a little girl, she had a dream. She loved to sing, and hoped that she could someday combine her passion for singing with her love for her favorite team, the Green…

I’m standing at the front of the classroom leading a discussion on Fahrenheit 451 when there came a quiet knock on the door. “Just a moment,” I said to my students, and as I walked…

“Wait, no gluten, dairy, corn, soy, sugar…NO COFFEE? Oh I could never do that”…  Let me rewind and explain that I’m a former sugar-holic, Sally’s Baking Addiction fanatic, leftover-brownies-for-breakfast-girl, who loved to make homemade mac…

Keeping plants alive and flourishing in your home can be a challenge — and doing it while caring for three children, even more so. Today, we’ve invited Emily Ripperger of @therootedmom to share her tips on…

Whenever I’m on the hunt for something home, kid, or fashion related, I always have the best luck when I go with a mom-recommended product! So, in the likely event that you ever find yourself…

(Also, see the January Edition: Tending to the Body, February Edition: Mental, Emotional and Spiritual Health, and March Edition: Organization ) When we started this Survival Mode series in January, we had no idea that…

From our April Survival Mode series, here’s a playlist you can turn to whenever you need a pick-me -up! Music is a gift that enriches our lives so much. In motherhood, it can serve as…

Growing up, I don’t think most people would have described me as bold.  I have always been an extrovert by nature, but also a “go-with-the flow” kinda gal. I often did what was expected of…

Photo by: Red Fern Photography When my first son was a year old, we moved from our Brooklyn apartment to New Jersey. Life in New York City had been tough. It was exhausting and mentally…

photo by: @bloomlightphotography When my first son was born, I had a lot of self-doubt. Being a parent was completely new for me, and I felt constant pressure to be a perfect mother. I often…

For other articles in our Survival Mode Series, click here. This month’s collection of tips center around organization. Physically organizing messy parts of our homes, or streamlining parts of the day that are particularly stressful,…

Life is looking pretty different for all of us at the moment. Most of us are stuck inside, suddenly facing new challenges and fears that we’ve never experienced before. And in an effort to keep…

We’re now all spending more time at home than ever before, so our editors wanted to share some resources from around the web that can help us spend this time with our kids at home…

In light of the COVID pandemic, we’re re-sharing some of our favorite articles that may be helpful to you and your families during this time. Originally published 2/09/2019. Last winter was a particularly cold one…

In light of the COVID pandemic, we’re re-sharing some of our favorite articles that may be helpful to you and your families during this time. Originally published 03/26/2019. People who love to eat are always…

Our “Crayola Blue Ranch” was built in 1974, and if you’ve ever seen “That 70s Show”, our house could’ve been on it. From the funky colors to the big brick fireplace to the carpet choices,…

Have you heard of “Mommy Wars?” It’s that epithet used to describe moms criticizing one another for their parenting choices. The internet is rife with this type of behavior, and it can be pretty terrible. …

Of all the home goods to shop for, I think shopping for rugs is the most difficult. Let’s face it: they’re expensive! Some home items are worth an investment, but personally I just can’t justify…

My daughter was two and a half weeks old when we started potty training our triplets.  On the surface, this might seem like the absolute worst time to potty train. I mean seriously, who takes…

I NEED TO ESCAPE MY LIFE. I literally said this the other day in a huff as I ran past my mom while gathering water bottles, snacks, shoes, sunscreen, hats, a check to deposit at…

I wondered for a long time why motherhood felt so difficult for me.  More often than not, I felt as though each day I was entering a boxing ring, me in one corner and my…

Mamas, whenever we undergo a life changing event—from starting a new job, to having a new baby, to moving into a new home— daily life can shift dramatically and send us into Survival Mode.  As…

I love getting new pieces for our home and making home updates—I mean really, who doesn’t like picking out something that comes in perfect condition neatly shipped to your front door? But let’s face it:…

The power of books to bond our hearts to our children is unchanging over the years, and the library in 2020 is just as timeless!  No one wants to read Chick-Fil-A kid’s meal books fifty…

I love photographing children. The amount of joy and hope and expectation in their little eyes and personalities is so darn infectious. They remind me how wonderful it is to be alive and that each…

January edition: tending to the body Mamas, whenever we undergo a life changing event—from starting a new job, to having a new baby, to moving into a new home— daily life can shift dramatically and…

On those rare nights when my husband and I FINALLY have the kids in bed and somehow are still awake enough to try and watch a movie together, nothing is more frustrating that spending half…

I always thought I’d be a “boy mom.” I had a house full of brothers, I went through a serious tomboy phase, and l loved sports. It seemed like life was preparing me to be…

Growing up, I never loved reading. If I had to choose between a good book and catching up with a friend (or six), I’d choose the friends every time. I could never sit still enough…

Here on Everyday Mamas we’ve been running a series about the benefits of real houseplants, how to grow them, how much healthy air (and joy) they can bring to your home and even how it’s…

I really like filling out forms. I know that’s weird. Most people hate paperwork. But to me there’s something so satisfying about clearly printing important information in the little provided boxes. It’s like taking a…

Three years ago, I married my husband, Dan. I vividly remember standing at the altar, saying our vows, “for better, for worse, in sickness and in health,” promising to love and care for each other,…

photo by: Lawren Rose Photograhy When Brooke Fowler was admitted to the hospital 23 weeks into her pregnancy, she never imagined she’d be giving birth to her son, Charlie, just one week later.  Brooke was…

Santa Claus gets some bad press these days. I encountered plenty of it while trying to sort out Christmas traditions for my own young family. He’s too materialistic with all those toys. The secular icon…

“Hitherto the Herb of Grace had been to them a summer home; they had known it only permeated with sun and light, flower-scented, windows and doors open wide. But now doors were shut, curtains drawn…

Before I became a mom, Christmas gift giving was simple. I could count on gift cards from my parents, a book from my brother, and a sweater from my mother-in-law. The amount of stuff I…

Like many families living in suburban, new-ish, generic-ish builds in Texas, we have a giant wall in our living room. It’s not that wide, but it is very tall because our living room is open…

When it comes to buying gifts, there will always be those people that are impossible to shop for. They seem to already have everything or say they don’t need anything.  Well, if you’ve found yourself…

Here we are mid-December, and the countdown to Christmas is on. (My 5 year old has been counting down since about September!) Whether you’re looking to buy gifts for your own kids or composing wish…

This interview is part of a mini-series we’re doing on adoption. The decision to parent a child through adoption is a beautiful and loving way of building a family, but for many couples, the process…

There’s something about decorating with vintage pieces in a home. Part of what makes them so intriguing is that they’re not things you can find just anywhere. They have a story to tell. They often…

Where to buy: You can purchase the Graco Snugride Snuglock 35 DLX on Amazon for about $160. What I love:  01. Lightweight. This car seat weighs about 8lbs, a little less than other car seats,…

Growing up, holiday parties were always big family affairs. I have a large extended family, with a dozen aunts & uncles (and even more cousins). Think standing room only in the kitchen, kids weaving through…

I’m willing to bet all the unmatched socks in my laundry room that you, mama, have lived some variation of this scenario common to my household.  Here’s the scene: I’m at home with my kids,…

I just want to start by saying: our family has never done a service project together. If you’re thinking, “me either,” that’s consoling, because maybe I’m not the only one. I’ll admit it has not…

Have you heard of the “four gifts” rule? Some families are finding it helpful, for budget reasons or just for simplicity, to give each of their children 4 total gifts on Christmas: Whether or not…

Parenting is hard. I get it. It can sometimes drain all our physical, mental, and emotional resources. I have six kids and I homeschool, so our house isn’t exactly full of peace and quiet most…

My one-and-a-half year old daughter has recently learned where her belly is. When asked about it, she likes to lift her shirt up and tap it emphatically. And she’s taken to doing the same to…

This article is part of a mini-series we’re doing about how to grow houseplants in your home. We’ve asked a few mamas to share their best tips and tricks, so whether your thumb is black…

Parenting can be tough, and it can also be lonely. It can be hard to find time to go on a much-needed date night, let alone get together with other couples, and sometimes the idea…

Ever since I was a toddler, I’ve wanted to be a mom. I’d dress up my baby dolls, push them in strollers, and wrap them in blankets—playing “mom” was fun for me. And I couldn’t…

The other day, as I scrolled through Instagram during naptime, a sweet graphic popped up in my feed from expectant mother and designer Erica Tighe Campbell. It said, “Me, before getting pregnant: I won’t use…

“It doesn’t matter the size of your home, or the price tag, but what matters is how it makes you feel.” —Selena & Erin, co-owners of Fleurish Interiors As moms we have a lot of…

Ding goes the alarm, in goes the pill. Or should I say, “the Pill.” One tiny little tablet filled with synthetic hormones and the promise of freedom.  This simple, daily routine is commonplace for millions…

This article is part of a mini-series we’re doing about how to grow house plants in your home. We’ve asked a few mamas to share their best tips and tricks, so whether your thumb is…

Leah Darrow—international speaker, author, and host of the Do Something Beautiful Podcast—has announced registration for one of the first online learning programs for Catholic women.  “Do something beautiful for God. Do it with your life….

Kids can change your entire world, including your dating life. After having kids, instead of the spontaneous nights out on the town my husband and I would have had before, we found ourselves tucking little…

Photo courtesy of Briana Williams Briana Williams was 23 years old, a second year law student at Harvard, when she found out she was pregnant. Her story has garnered a lot of media attention, because…

When dinner time rolls around, how often do you find yourself staring at your pantry — not even sure where to start to find something you need to make dinner?  If you’re anything like me, you’ll…

As a child, if you asked me what I wanted to do when I grew up, I would tell you that I wanted to help people. My “dream job” was digging wells in a third…

I’ve never been much of a planner. I try sometimes, but it’s just not my personality. However, when I saw those two pink lines, my imagination started running wild with plans for my sweet baby….

Lately I’ve been happily fielding a not-so-surprising question: “Why are you raising your family in a 1,000-square-foot apartment?” Well, actually, the question usually sounds more like, “Aren’t you looking for a house?”  While we certainly…

I never imagined that on the day I became a mother, I’d be living 9,928 miles away from family.  We live in Australia, and we have a one-year-old daughter. We love our life here—my husband…

It’s often said that God works in mysterious ways.  I’ve heard these words before, but never have they rung more true than in my last pregnancy.  At 31 years old I was a mother of…

For Emily and her husband Sean, a 60-year-old Pittsburgh house on 2 rolling acres is the first house they’ve called home. With two boys age two and under, Emily’s focus in their home is making…

Jenn and Tim Rout own an adorable, cozy 2-bedroom California home built in 1928. Jenn has a love for vintage pieces, so finding this home was the perfect stage for her style. But for Jenn…

Co-founder of the generation.mom podcast, Lara Schulte, shared her bright and sunny California home with Everyday Mamas. Lara lives in a suburb of San Diego with her husband, her two little boys, and french bulldog….

It’s time for us all to rediscover the wonder of motherhood, without being supermoms.

Yesterday, Roz—mom, nurse and party planner—shared some fun and festive ways to celebrate this upcoming fourth of July.

I used to stress about the experience of flying with my toddler long before the flight even began. Just the thought of confining her into an area the size of a box for longer than a hour was terrifying. Add in the public eye, and you get what I’m saying here…

Six weeks ago, I gave birth to my third baby. And since I have done it three times now, I can personally verify that everything you hear about each child being a gift is true….

Photo by: @rachelesthertate & @generation.mom You’re in the grocery store, headed down the snack aisle to grab some goldfish, trying to hurry and trying to remember the rest of your list, when you see her….

Sweet daughter, I know you’re 12. You’re not just my little girl anymore. You’re starting to wade a little further from the shore. You’re pulling away from your family more and leaning into your friends….

“Date night is so important,” they say. It’s scrawled in the advice column in most wedding guest books and cards by well-meaning couple friends and parents alike. But, if you’re anything like my husband and…

For Rachel Symons, Canada is a big change, because she is originally from Bermuda. However, she has loved making their house feel like home with her husband and their two daughters, adding touches that enhance…

If you’ve recently lost a child, there’s something I want you to know. Because I’ve been there too. At the end of 2017, I found out I was pregnant. We were shocked. We weren’t actively…

Photo by: Love Well Photography Marriage. Takes. Work. We’ve all heard this saying before. But when it comes down to it, this is much easier said than done. As much as it makes sense that…

Dear Kids, It is almost 8 pm on a cold Wednesday evening in January. I am sitting in the kitchen typing on the laptop to the hum of the dryer in the basement tumbling a…

It’s everywhere. At the grocery store, in work meetings, and even on the highway. It’s talked about in the news, and discussed amongst friends. Our smartphone addiction has become awful — and we know it…

My husband recently decided he wants to climb Mount Everest. This is not the first time he has expressed something like that. Going to the moon, learning how to free solo climb, joining the army—I’ve…

For all of you mamas who don’t have much time your hands, we’ve found a few interesting reads from around the internet that we thought you might like. Here are our latest favorites for discussion…

Megan and her husband Clayton live in a 106-year-old home with their six-month-old daughter Ivy. Their home isn’t large, but Megan’s ability to play with white and natural light, as well as embrace the natural…

Leah Darrow, wife and mother of four, is a former model and contestant on America’s Next Top Model. Leah left the modeling industry when she was 25, after going through a life-changing experience that led…

As a mom, and especially a mom soon to have three boys, I am always looking for ways to encourage my boys to grow into kind, thoughtful, respectful men. My oldest will be starting school…

Sometimes minimalism sounds like a beautiful dream, doesn’t it? Calming, simple, clean; an exhale of clutter and resources that helps you live responsibly on a budget, while saving the planet and reducing stress in your…

“Live in the moment,” they tell young moms. “Enjoy this time! Babies grow up so fast!” This advice — repeated by older ladies with kind eyes in grocery stores, mindfulness yogis, wise relatives, and yes…

image credit: Dacia Vu Photography “IT’S A BOY!” Headlines plastered on magazines, newspapers and across the internet heralded the birth of The Duke and Duchess of Sussex’s new baby, Archie Harrison Mountbatten-Windsor. Prince Harry beamed…

The way a home is decorated tells the story of the family who lives there. Through furniture, art, and other decor, we are able to share a piece of our heart with those we invite…

Gallery walls can be a fun and unique way to display art you’ve chosen for your home, but they can be a bit intimidating as well. I’ve had to throw my expectations of Pinterest-perfect gallery…

If anything’s for certain, it’s that there are approximately a hundred million baby products out there, and figuring out what you actually need can be super overwhelming. Planning for baby’s arrival should be one of…

“I know not everyday is beautiful, but when we focus on the sunshine in our nest, gratefulness happens.” – Elizabeth, @sunshineinmynest Elizabeth is a mom of two adorable little boys, ages 5 and 2, and…

Last fall, Jessica Spradlin and her husband Ronnie found out they were pregnant. They had been hoping for a baby, and when the pregnancy test read “positive,” they were thrilled. At their 12 week appointment,…

My first two boys were born eighteen months apart. In my circle of friends, I was “that mom” with two under two. And while I was extremely overwhelmed in more ways than one, I was…

I currently live 700 miles from my family, but I have never felt more at home anywhere else. It didn’t start out that way, though. Because of my husband’s job, we had the choice of…

image credit: Annaka Davidson Have you ever had a playdate go like this: children begin to play and immediately doctors kits are dumped out on the couch, toy bins turned over, play food strewn about…

Katherine, her husband and two daughters weren’t looking for a house, but when they stumbled across this one, they couldn’t resist. It’s a 7-bedroom, 1905 Victorian and Katherine said one of her first goals was…

image credit: Libby Mink Everybody loves a good poop story. I’m not talking about the story that sends little boys into fits of laughter on the floor. I’m referring to the type of story from…

1.2 million children are trafficked for sex each year. That’s 3,040 children every single day— one child every 26 seconds. These children, most of whom are between the ages of 3 and 16, are often…

Mother’s Day is just around the corner—the day we remember our moms, shower them with flowers, cards, gifts and hugs—and show them some well-deserved love. But on this day each year, there are many moms…

Courtney, her husband and two kids live on a farm in Minnesota, in a home that was originally her husband’s grandparents. She took over the EM Instagram account on April 24th for a fun farmhouse…

Curled up cozy in my bed, I’m lying awake staring at the ceiling and thinking about the stark contrast between tonight and this night one year ago. At exactly this moment one year ago, after…

image credit: Nicole Elizabeth Photo Mamas, do you ever look at your sweet, wild, energetic son(s) and think, whoo boy. How am I to raise this little warrior? What am I going to teach him…

At 2:30 am, on a Friday night in June, I woke up from my sleep. My stomach was tight, and uncomfortable, and I felt nauseous. I was 21 years old, in an unplanned college pregnancy,…

My birth plan was simply to have a baby. I had been seeing a doctor at a local small town hospital whose philosophy of birthing was along the same lines as mine—that is, that women…

TOUGH PREGNANCY I need to set the stage for Mimi’s labor and delivery.  This pregnancy was so tough for so many reasons!  Phil was deployed to Afghanistan for half the pregnancy and that left me…

I know they call it labor for a reason. That was BY FAR the hardest thing my mind and body have ever been through. I had the smoothest pregnancy. I was 34 years young, had…

On the evening of February 28th, 2018, I began experiencing contractions with my fourth baby. I wasn’t due for ten days, and my previous baby had come on his due date after twenty-one hours of…

It was election day. Part of our country was in mourning, part of our country rejoicing, and still another part just a little bewildered, as votes for Donald Trump flooded in. I was sipping my…

I finished my Masters in Occupational Therapy degree on a Friday. We ran errands all weekend, and the following Monday was going to be my first complete, no strings attached day off in six and…

When we were expecting our first baby, my husband and I prayed often for a healthy and strong baby. Everything went smoothly during pregnancy. I put on a lot of weight, but I was not…

Yesterday Ashley took over Instagram stories for Everyday Mamas to show our followers a day in her life as a mom and actress. Ashley spoke at a Mom Talks event in Buffalo, NY, and showed…

Unplanned, the recent film about abortion and Abby Johnson, has been in the news a lot lately; this is in part thanks to the lead actress Ashley Bratcher, who has been very transparent about her…

Tears rolled down my face, as my chest heaved. I felt like I couldn’t catch my breath and that the very weight of the world was on my shoulders. My emotions were out control. Exhaustion…

Kelsi and her husband Jim welcomed a new baby, Colt, into their family in July 2014. They were immediately in love. He was baby number 6. Shortly after his birth, they were told that he…

Dresses are such a fun, versatile and comfortable way to jump into spring; they can take you from Easter service in the morning to hunting for eggs in the afternoon. But even MORE fun is…

I sat down to breakfast the other day with my two girls. My sweet and sleepy two-year-old daughter Jane had ditched her spoon, and I gently reminded her, “please use your spoon instead of your…

Nothing seems to make my life more complicated than the necessity to feed people every single evening. Mamas, can we discuss why our people need to eat every night?! It’s a bit excessive 🙂 The…

Ruby-Rose is a wife and full-time working mom of three. She’s passionate about bringing her family joy through the home she’s creating, and she does this by filling it with pieces that she truly loves….

image credit: Unplanned Film Ashley Bratcher, lead actress in the recent film Unplanned, took to her personal Instagram page on April 1 to reveal something that made her involvement in the pro-life film come full…

One of the experiences of prayer is that it seems that nothing happens. But when you stay with it, you realize that something has happened. Henri Nouwen Kristin Reilly and her husband were living in…

It may sound cliché, but my life changed in an unexpected way when I became a mother.  I was filled with love, awe, gratitude, and—something I didn’t expect— an enormous amount of guilt.   I…

Eight-year-old chess champion Tantioluxa Adewumi has recently gained national attention. According to the New York Times, Tani and his family sought asylum in the U.S. in 2017, fleeing attacks on Christians by the terrorist group,…

A whimsical poetry book that will delight and challenge kids —you’ll follow along with two friends, Dally and Blug, as they encounter 24 mythical creatures in their wild adventures! Best suited for reading level 8-12…

Chelsea and her husband and their three little boys live in a 1940’s colonial right next to a big apple orchard. They are slowly renovating and turning this house into a home, and Chelsea is…

Everyone has a method for dealing with stress, and running is mine. If I feel on edge, I go for a run. If I’m frustrated or confused about how to work through conflict, I go…

When I was a young girl, I always dreamed of living on a farm. Even though I had never lived on one before, I just knew I always wanted to—someday. Little did I know that…

Jennifer is a mother of two, adoption advocate, lover of dancing and sipper of vanilla hemp lattes — and also, she has a real knack for designing a beautiful home that reflects the character and…

image credit: Victoria Schneider “Wow, are you pregnant again?” When people see me out in public with my pregnant belly — AND a 3-year-old, 2-year-old and 1-year-old in tow — I tend to get a…

For Spenser and Jessica Trinkle, their baby, Parker, is a miracle. Last fall, expectant mother Jessica Trinkle went in for her routine OB exam and ultrasound check-up. This was her second child, and she was…

Some toys are beautiful. Stunning, almost. They’re handmade, they’re wooden, they’re beautiful colors, they actually add to a space and could basically be sold as home decor even for people who don’t have any kids.  …

Today, it’s an honor to share this interview with Meghan Rabuse. She went to Notre Dame on scholarship and worked in investment banking, and later at a hedge fund, when her first child was born….

photo by Abbie Mellé Each night, as the world outside our window bustles in manic urgency, I sit reading to a little boy. We rock and sing and let our imaginations meander into the starlit…

[I’m not a doctor, just a mama trying to do her best. If you have any questions about what to feed your baby, consult your pediatrician. These are simply my experiences.] When my first child…

Janet Easter is currently a stay-at-home mom of 3 little ones. She spent 9 years in New York City and co-founded Verily Magazine as the Style Editor. Now, Janet and her family live in a…

Recently my husband and I went to Washington, D.C., for a work event through his company. It was extra special because we’d spent the first five (child-free) years of our marriage together in that city….

When I moved to Sydney, Australia for work, I had a four-year visa. I originally thought I would stay for two years. I wanted the experience of living abroad since I had never studied abroad…

photo: Nicole Elizabeth Photo For Kate Stapleton and her husband, Casey, music is not just a hobby; it’s a huge part of their family. This harp and guitar duo travel the country in an RV,…

A home is more than four walls and a roof: a home is a place that beckons us to belong. It gives us grounding and wings. It’s a place we know intimately and where we…

In the middle of our first night home with our newborn daughter, after a 3-day hospital stay post emergency C-section, I found myself standing in the doorway of her nursery, holding her against my chest,…

Today we’re excited to share this heartfelt interview with Alexa Hyman, founder of Back in February, a rapidly growing online community for women in unplanned pregnancies. Alexa found out she was pregnant unexpectedly and scheduled…

This week, February 25th-March 3rd, is Eating Disorder Awareness Week. In an effort to shed light on this struggle that many men, women, and children face, we are sharing this story in hopes to expand…

Today we’re excited to introduce you to Lauren Wilson Geist. She’s the mom of two sweet kiddos (ages 2 and 9 months), wife of three years to Darren, and she works full-time from home the…

Two years ago, in November of 2017, I first went public with my Instagram account. I had started an account, simply for personal reasons. I hoped to build community. I’ve always been a private person—it’s…

image credit: Simply Grey Life. I’m sitting here looking at the New York Fashion Week photos and have made the executive decision that fishnet and see-through plastic raincoats have little to no practical use in…

Today we’re happy to introduce you to Sasha Korcyzinski! Sasha is a wife and mother expecting her 6th child, and she is also an incredibly talented professional musician (she’s played with bands like Foreigner and…

This interview is a part of a career profile series we are doing to support and encourage each other in many different seasons and walks of life. Hi Cynthia! Tell us a little bit about yourself….

My husband and I never really left college. We got married right out of school and jumped right into working full-time in college campus ministry. And we love it. We love being able to offer…

We’ve all felt guilty reaching for the yoga pants for the 2nd (or 253rd) day in a row, but the reality is, it’s tough to find another clothing item that is really up for the…

This interview is a part of a career profile series we are doing to support and encourage each other as moms in many different seasons and walks of life. Tell us a little bit about yourself. How…

For my entire life, I had one dream: I wanted to be a mother. When the time came to finally chase that dream, I had no idea it would be our most challenging, worthwhile adventure…

Y’all, motherhood is hard. And chances are, we all find ourselves in need of some refreshment and renewal throughout the day. We are human, after all! Which is why prayer is the best thing we…

How does this holiday always escape us?! It’s already practically here. It seems like it’s one of those holidays where “we’re not doing gifts” … but at the same time you sneakily don’t want the…

It’s easy to get swept up in the fast-paced current of mainstream culture. There is always something to consume: the 24/7 news media, the constant stream of pictures and stories we scroll through on social…

We’ve all heard the rants of nervous mothers, upset that a stranger reached out and booped their baby on the nose. As a mom of three, I totally get it! It is important to be…

Tell us a little bit about yourself! I’m a hand lettering and watercolor artist, and a wife to Cory and mom of four boys, Henry (5), Fulton (4), Pio (3) and Freddie (4 months). I’m…

My name is Rozalyn. I never really liked it, but my mom said she wanted a name that was pretty but had powerful letters (Y and Z) in it. I’ve tried to live my life…

Shortly after I snapped a photo of my beautiful, happy baby, she fell asleep peacefully in my arms. After twenty minutes, I knew she was fast asleep and I could put her in her cot….

Why poetry? There are so many reasons out there. It is perfect for reading aloud. Like music, the rhythm and beauty of it taps into something in the human soul. It will help your child…

When we saw two pink lines in November 2017, my husband and I rejoiced over the blessing of a child! God heard and answered our prayers. We continued to pray when I started to bleed…

Tell us a little bit about yourself! Hi! My name is Ali. I am a Marine Engineer by trade and currently I am an officer on active duty in the U.S. Coast Guard as a…

Rachel Balducci gives us a delightful peek into her life throughout the years as a wife, mother to six children, and her career as a writer and speaker. Make My Life Simple: Bringing Peace to…

Sitting on the couch with my chronically lukewarm coffee, I looked down at two matters that required my immediate attention. The first was some food source of unknown origin plastered across my new outfit. The…

One of my favorite children’s book author/illustrators is Jan Brett. A Massachusetts native, she is one of the most prolific American children’s book authors with over forty one million books in print. She has written…

Of all places, my husband and I met on Tinder a little over four years ago. We had no mutual friends and our only “matched interest” was probably a pretty common one: The Beatles. However,…

I share my husband with every citizen of this country. That’s an intense idea that’s hard to wrap my head around sometimes. It’s easy to fall into a trap of selfishness when I haven’t seen…

I expected to have postpartum depression (PPD). Or at least, heavy baby blues. I have a history with adolescent depression and premenstrual dysphoric disorder (PMDD—think PMS on steroids), so my doctor prepared me for this….

All moms work, whether it’s paid or unpaid, full-time or part-time, inside the home or at the office. This article is part of a series of interviews we are conducting with moms who are in…

If you’ve got an infant in tow, 9 times out of 10 they’re cutting a tooth. We’re always searching for the “the magic cure all” for those aching little mouths! When it comes to teethers,…

A couple years ago, a good friend came to visit. She had just read Ann Voskamp’s book One Thousand Gifts and was overflowing with excitement — the book had left her with a new perspective…

We know, we know, Lily Jade bags are all the rage. But if you’re not ready or willing to drop $300, all is not lost. There are some great options out there that are still…

I have read more books and articles on discipline than I can count. I’ve listened desperately to podcasts and the advice of friends, scrolled through forums and Facebook groups ad nauseam, searching for new strategies,…

All moms work, whether it’s paid or unpaid, full-time or part-time, inside the home or at the office. This article is part of a series of interviews we are conducting with moms who are in…

When we bought our home four years ago, it was in bad shape. It was over 70 years old, a vacant, leaking, neglected foreclosure, filled with dirt, dog hair, and junk. But it was on…

I won’t mince words here: marriage can be freaking HARD. Sure, in the beginning it’s easy to keep the spark alive while everything is still new and you don’t have little miniature humans running around….

When you’re pregnant, people often ask you if you’re ready for the new baby to arrive. Each time I was pregnant, I had an easy answer, especially as I approached my due date. Ready? YES….

Sometimes our most definitive moments are loud – a birth, a death, an accident, a promotion. But sometimes they happen quietly, in the smallest of spaces between otherwise ordinary moments. I was thinking about this…

I sat at the kitchen table of a new friend’s home recently. She has eleven kids. I have two. Needless to say, I was taking mental notes on any “mom hacks” I could glean from…

All moms work, whether it’s paid or unpaid, full-time or part-time, inside the home or at the office. This article is part of a series of interviews we are conducting with moms who are in…

Dear Kids, Once a year I pull the short straw and I take all six of you to the doctor’s office for flu shots. This year, we ran into a sweet older woman in the…

When was the last time you had a quiet morning? I have one every single day. (Well, like 98% of the time.) I am currently writing this, coffee in hand, by myself, and I don’t…

Wesley’s playground is another great indoor play area for kids in DFW! Address: 185 S White Chapel Blvd. Southlake, TX Bright, open and spacious, Wesley’s playground is perfect for kids ages 11 and younger. It’s…

I’ll never forget the first time my son was rejected on the playground. He was three years old. We had just moved across the country, away from our family and friends, and I thought that…

This adorable book teaches children the joy of being generous with others. Reading Level: Ages 2-6. Read aloud time: about 5 minutes and 30 seconds Length: 32 pages Corduroy’s Christmas Surprise is based on the…

Weight gain, irritability, cramping, anxiety, acne, irregular bleeding — these are all symptoms widely recognized as inconveniences associated with being on birth control. According to the Center for Disease Control (CDC), almost 16% of women…

Once you’ve lost a child, your life is forever changed. Excitement turns to grief and plans for a baby’s homecoming are abandoned as we struggle to find ways to honor a child lost too soon…

A beautiful book about the historical figure Saint Nicholas, whose kindness and generosity inspires the tradition of giving Christmas gifts. Reading Level: Ages 4-12. Read aloud time: About 4-5 minutes. Length: 32 pages. About the…

The Galleria is a great place for indoor toddler play, and window shopping for mom, at the same time. Address: 13350 Dallas Pkwy, Dallas, TX 75240 The Children’s Play Place at the Galleria Mall is…

My mother likes to tell the story that in kindergarten, I was so shy for the first half of the year my teacher could only ask me questions that I could answer with a shake…

A wooden plaque hangs on my parents’ porch that reads, “May our home always be too small to hold all our friends.” That little verse summarizes my family’s view on hospitality: there is always an…

A beautiful, historic-themed playground featuring imaginative, western-style play buildings. Address: 600 Spinks Rd., Flower Mound, TX Heritage Park and playground is tucked away amidst a wooded area in Flower Mound. It’s uniquely designed around historical,…

When you first announce you are pregnant, it’s overwhelming. Your emotions are like wildfire. Your body immediately starts to change, you don’t feel well, your hormones are crazy—and that’s just the start. For nine months…

This wonderfully lyrical board book depicts over 30 unique animals — at least one for each letter of the alphabet — and uses as many words as possible beginning with the corresponding letter for each…

Shopping for baby shoes is the best. You can buy the absolute most adorable, entirely non-functional, stylish little footwear to compliment every outfit and it doesn’t even have to fit right. Your little one will…

This classic fantasy trilogy of Elmer Elevator’s adventures with the flying baby dragon Boris will delight readers of all ages with their silly escapades and endearing friendship. Reading Level: 7-12, and 4+ as an audio…

My daughter saved my soul. I was raised to know and love God from an early age. Faith was a huge part of my family’s life. We never missed church and everyone in my family…

Our twins, Gianna and Chiara, shouldn’t be here, according to medical professionals. At twenty weeks gestation, it was discovered that the twins had Selective Intrauterine Growth Restriction. This meant that the placenta they shared was…

I don’t know about you, but I sometimes struggle to come up with new ideas for Christmas gifts for my kids. We’re in a small house without a playroom and it’s hard to keep the…

Rounding up the best of the best, for the prepared and the unprepared Christmas shopper. If you have more ideas, please do add your comments! Too many ideas is never a bad thing…well, in the…

As far back as I can remember, I always imagined myself as a mom to many. But when the pregnancy test was positive for the second time, I felt more panic than delight with my…

A beautifully illustrated collection of stories adapted from the beloved Little House books. Reading Level: Ages 3-8. Length: 208 pages. Each story averages about 30 pages. Read aloud time: About 3-5 minutes per story. About…

Oh, your due date is still months away so you have plenty of time to pack your hospital bag? If you’re having a singleton, this might be true, but you never know. If you’re having…

Three simple stories about best friends and silly mistakes perfect for new readers. Reading Level: Age 6-10, or 3 and up as a read aloud book. Length: 48 pages. About the Author: Richard Scarry is…

I imagine that many of us have (or had) ideas about the type of mom we’d like to be when our children arrive. Many of my aspirations were good, but there were a few strong…

It started when I heard water running. Coffee not yet in hand, hair not yet brushed, I realized at 8:05 one Monday morning that my triplet toddlers were one step ahead of me, and in…

“It’s like kidneys. You are supposed to have two, but you can live with just one. Or like eyes. Most people have two, but you can see with just one.” When my doctor said these…

An adorable, indestructible baby book that will entertain your littlest one and can handle baby’s roughest play. Reading Level: Infant – 2 Read Aloud time: About a minute About the Creator: Amy Pixton is a…

When I was pregnant, I knew I wanted to breastfeed my son, and I wasn’t too worried about how it would work. I signed up for a breastfeeding class at a local hospital, read various…

I always planned to breastfeed my kids, but never did it occur to me to begin to buy pieces during pregnancy that were both stylish and, well, accessible for breastfeeding. When I got home from…

Honestly, using this stroller with the boys has changed my life. I have to drop off triplets at school by myself and I can do it easily with the BOB because I can steer it with one hand. It’s also light, shock absorbent, and efficient — it’s the best jogging stroller I’ve ever used, and that’s reflected in the price too.

The beloved classic tale of four siblings who create a home in an abandoned boxcar. Reading Level: 8-14 (and appropriate to a younger audience as an audio or read aloud book). Length: 154 pages. Read…

If you have children, chances are, you’ve had sick children. With three toddler boys in tow, when sickness hits our house, everyone gets it. Disclaimer: we have not yet had the dreaded hand foot and…

The rhythms of traditional songs and nursery rhymes are supposed to be great for kids. So why is it that so much “kids’ music” drives parents nuts?! Shouldn’t good kids’ music be good music? Fortunately,…

A few years ago my husband and I packed up our apartment, buckled our infant son into our car, and journeyed across the country to live a life I didn’t plan for. We moved to…

“You’re having twins.” Nothing quite prepares you for those words.

I remember lying on the exam table, staring blankly at the screen. My mind was racing. How on earth could I have twins? We already had three kids under five—how could I handle two newborns on top of the chaos I already was living in?

Mom guilt is awful. It creeps up on me when I decide to go to a Taylor Swift concert, or when I want to read a book instead of doing our bedtime routine. It lives…

A park of natural beauty, Parr Park is great for outdoor adventures, including picnics and walks through the woods. Address: 3010 Parr Lane, Grapevine, TX Parr Park in Grapevine is definitely a go-to park for…

Surely you’ve heard of the no-poo movement, popular especially in the mom world. I’m not referring to poo, as in child poo, though undoubtedly we can all agree that it would be amazing to be…

I was going to be pregnant forever. At nine days past due, and with a huge winter storm barreling down on us, I was thoroughly convinced that I would be the first person in history…

Everyone’s favorite redhead: Anne is one of literature’s most beloved heroines. Reading Level: Ages 9-15. This book will be enjoyable for girls and boys alike, but will appeal particularly to young girls. Length: Varies by…

I bought the triple wagon because I have triplets, and it is now our main transportation device. The double is just as good, if you only need two seats. We can go for walks, to the zoo, and even to stores with it. It’s easy in and out, the kids like it, and they have to stay in it because there are seatbelts. It’s an amazing invention for anyone with two or more little ones.

This interview is part of a series we’re doing to support and encourage one another by sharing the challenges we face as mothers, and how we work to overcome them. If you’d like to participate…

One in four women has suffered a miscarriage, stillbirth, or infant loss. One in four. And yet, as a culture and in our communities, we struggle to speak openly about this painful reality. Far too…

A sweet book that will resonate with young children and their parents alike, Corduroy is a story of being lost and found, of longing for a home and finding one. Reading Level: Ages 2-6 Read…

Beautiful Bicentennial park is sure to excite kids of all ages with its unique and inviting dragon-themed layout. Address: 450 W. Southlake Blvd. Southlake, TX Bicentennial Park is honestly one of the most gorgeously landscaped…

Urban and relaxing, Klyde Warren is a great park for people of all ages. Address: 2012 Woodall Rodgers Fwy, Dallas, TX 75201 Nestled in the middle of downtown Dallas, beautiful Klyde Warren Park sits against…

After spending a lot of time weighing price vs. safety and comfort, we chose the Graco 4Ever All-in-1 Convertible Car Seat and we are SO happy with it. Prior to this seat, my toddler really disliked riding in her infant car seat, but she actually likes climbing into this one! We also love knowing that it’s super safe and sturdy — in fact, Consumer Reports ranked the Graco 4Ever Car Seat as one of the “Best All-in-One Car Seats” for safety in crash protection.

List price: $279.00 Where to buy the DaVinci Olive Upholstered Swivel Glider with Bonus Ottoman: Amazon.com is probably easiest. I received this glider as a gift from my registry, but I know most major retailers carry…

I love a good home decor magazine. There’s a stack of Better Homes and Gardens on my living room side table. They’re great for ideas and inspiration…and I’ll be honest, they’re relaxing to browse through….

The Tubes indoor playground is a fun little spot for kids to burn off some energy, especially in the heat of the summer! Address: 2435 Kinwest Pkwy, Irving, TX 75063 It’s located in the middle…

First comes love, then comes marriage, then comes waiting at least a year before trying for baby in the baby carriage, right? Babies are a natural end of marriage. It’s right there in the rhyme…

The combination of Margaret Wise Brown’s lyrical text with Garth Williams’ wonderful illustrations makes this book a delight to read aloud and your children will love listening and looking at the pictures again and again.

I am a mother of triplets. This means a lot of things. One thing is that there is a short list of places that I can go by myself with all three babies. Logistically, there…

When we finished listening to this book a few weeks ago, my 4 year old immediately shouted out “That was such a fun book! Can we read it again?.” And, he’s right. This is a very fun book, full of imaginative adventures and rich descriptions of delectable delights.

Kids love this park because it’s huge and there’s so much to explore! Address: 260 Parkway Blvd. Coppell TX 75019 Andy Brown East Park is a very large outdoor playground with TONS of shade trees….

“When my son was first born, we had a rough start with nursing. Breastfeeding was something that was incredibly important to me: I had always dreamed of nursing my babies, for the health benefits and…

When my son was first born, we had a rough start with nursing. Breastfeeding was something that was incredibly important to me: I had always dreamed of nursing my babies, for the health benefits and for the bonding. But those first weeks were nothing like the blissful bonding experience I had envisioned…

Address: 363 North Denton Tap Rd. Coppell TX 75019 Like much of Coppell, where parks and playgrounds are beautiful, Andy Brown Park West is no exception. This playground has a nice variety of things for…

“My main challenge as a new mom was facing anxiety. Never in my life have I been an anxious person. I’ve always thought of myself as super easy-going. But as soon as my son was…

The REC is a great indoor playground and fun for both older and younger kids. Address:  1175 Municipal Way, Grapevine TX The REC indoor playground is a bright, fun, colorful, air-conditioned spot to bring kids!…

“One October day in my junior year of college, I found out I was a expecting a baby boy. I can hardly remember the millions of thoughts went through my head as I tried to…

“About a month ago, I was pureeing some baby food for my son. Knowing that our food processor is unnecessarily loud, I picked him up so that he would feel secure when this construction began….

Ever since I was a little girl, I’ve had my life planned out. I would go to college and study pre-law, and then head off to law school. I’d travel the world and then settle…

The weeks that followed my miscarriage were a blur. No one talked to me about my loss and I didn’t know how to feel about losing a child I hadn’t been ready for, but desperately wanted. I knew I was a mother, but I didn’t feel like one.

We have used this chair WAY more than I could have ever expected: indoors, outdoors, at restaurants. It even fits in a carry on bag if you’re going to be traveling. It collapses in seconds and is easy to clean, plus it’s adorable, making this one of my all-time favorite baby gear items.

I bought these highchairs simply because it was the most cost effective way to get three (I have triplets). Now, I love these so much that you could give me a nicer high chair and I would give it away. They’re so easy to clean, and to me, with mess x 3, that’s everything.

This interview is part of a series we’re doing to support and encourage one another by sharing the challenges we face as mothers, and how we work to overcome them. If you’d like to participate…

A wonderful book about a young boy’s adventures with one of Africa’s fiercest creatures and the friends he makes along the way. Reading Level: Ages 7-9, and appropriate for younger children as an audio book….

An interactive book full of delightful surprises that you and your children can enjoy over and over again. Reading Level: Ages 1-6 Read aloud time: Under 5 minutes About the Author: Hervé Tullet, who divides…

People ask me all the time, “how do you have triplets? What is it like?” Usually, it’s when they see me in the grocery store with my “basketful of babies” or my “hands full.” I…