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Don’t Hide When You’re Overwhelmed

by Chic Austin "I'm so overwhelmed." It was a normal day in our home but I was on the verge of tears for no apparent reason at all. I was mentally tired. At the time I was taking 4 classes, working part-time at the college, running a non-profit, and raising 3 young children on my own. Oh, believe me, I was handling it all with a smile! I smiled at the daycare teacher when I picked my … [Continue reading...]

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5 New Year’s Eve Activities For Families

It's always a struggle to find activities that my whole family will enjoy. Our children range in age from 2 to 11, so finding something that everyone will get a kick out of definitely poses a challenge. And with the new year approaching, I was on a quest to find some things we can do together to build memories and bring in the new year together. Now, we won't be watching the ball drop as our … [Continue reading...]

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[YML Rewind] 4 Ways To Feel Less Isolated As A Young Mom

The main reason I started this website was to find a community. I felt like I had been pregnant for three years straight after two back-to-back pregnancies. I had few mommy friends that I could relate to. I was spending my time with kids who couldn't communicate with me and I was going craaaaazy. I needed an outlet. I needed to connect with other women who "got me." I know I am not alone. … [Continue reading...]

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[YML Rewind] 9 Things Happy Moms Do Differently

I spent a lot of time as an "unhappy mom." That postpartum depression was no joke and a horrible way to spend the first few months of motherhood. But recently, I've reached a new phase where I can truly say I'm happy. I still have my days where it's like, "Leave me alone and nobody gets hurt!" Those days are definitely happening less frequently and my frustrations are more in line with what I can … [Continue reading...]

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A Love Letter to New Moms

At one year old, my son is the light of my life and I wish so much that I could go back and tell myself during those first few months that everything is going to be okay, that you won't be changing diapers or nursing every half hour for the rest of your life. But since I can't, I'd like to talk to you, new moms. This letter is for all of you dealing with your first newborn from someone who only … [Continue reading...]

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My Struggle To Find The Balance Between “Perfect Mom” And “Me”

When I first found out I was going to be a mom, I was under the impression that I had to completely change myself. I was only 17 years old and I rarely ever took responsibility. I liked to stay up late, go out with my friends all the time, and do what I wanted, when I wanted. The idea of having to care for another human being, a small baby at that, meant I was going to have to give up my … [Continue reading...]

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Watch This Video On The Days You Just Don’t Feel Like A Good Parent

I've been struggling lately as I transition from a mom with toddlers and preschoolers, to a mom with school-aged children. I never feel like I'm patient enough or nurturing enough or just enough for this new stage in their lives, where they're becoming more vocal about their daily challenges. I'm usually pretty confident in my abilities, but at times, we just need reassurance that we're doing … [Continue reading...]

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“No-Flail Motherhood”: 6 Tips To Get Back On Track When Things Are Out Of Control

A new mommy friend of mine reached out to me on Facebook recently. "I.AM.DROWNING," she wrote. "When do you start to feel like you have the hang of this stuff?" "What stuff?" I wrote back. "Everything! The feeding, the finding time to shower, the cooking," she wrote. "Man, what am I going to do when I go back to work?" I was scared to say what I was really thinking ("Girl, you'll never … [Continue reading...]

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