Tag Archives: motherhood

The Importance of Saying No (to people other than your children)

Posted on January 2, 2015 by sylcell

When we started having children, I became painfully aware of my own limitations. Before having kids, when someone asked something of me, I could usually do it with no problems. But these days, my schedule is pretty much booked all … Continue reading →

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That time we actually made it out of the house

Posted on November 7, 2014 by sylcell

You know those moms you follow on Instagram that are all, “took all the kids to art class, then a play date, then we went shopping, and now we’re eating out for dinner!” Yeah, that’s not me. I’m over here … Continue reading →

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Instagram cracks down on . . . Moms?

Posted on July 10, 2014 by sylcell

I breastfeed, but I would not consider myself a “lactivist.” I usually can’t wait to wean, and am surprised at myself every time I feel sad about weaning when it is time. With my first baby I would go into … Continue reading →

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Give a Mom a break!

Posted on May 17, 2014 by sylcell

Mommy judgmentalism. This topic has been weighing on my mind a lot lately. I sincerely enjoy following other moms’ blogs and Instagram feeds, just to support them and commiserate, if need be. But most importantly, each mother experiences motherhood uniquely, … Continue reading →

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