Self-Care

With all that has come in this very, very interesting year we call 2020, it's been a stressful one, to say the least. Bringing a new baby into this world, having a major change in my job, and just...

While the last 18 months have been especially difficult for parents, the burnout and mental load of being a parent has been overwhelming for a long time. For me, it becomes harder yet more important to protect my mental...

As humans, we are creatures of habit. Habits (like making a to-do list) that give us comfort in knowing what’s coming next. As moms, we are usually the drivers and influencers of our household's habits. A big thing to...

What is hygge? Living a hygge (pronounced hoo-gah) lifestyle means that you enjoy the little things; you focus on creating a warm, cozy atmosphere. Hygge is candlelight nights with friends and family. It's nights around a fire with a good...

"I have TOO MUCH time on my hands," said no mom ever. Am I right? Yes, I am because I'm a mom and I know exactly what it is like to try and do all the things.  And part...

I have a lot of clients, primarily women who experience mom burnout from taking care of their children and special needs children. Special needs children can have disabilities, impairments, developmental delays, or serious illnesses that require an extensive amount...

The New Year is here! You know what that means - it's time to start a new fitness routine and focus on your well being. In this OC Mom's Guide to Fitness at Home, you will find all the must-haves...

Our society has conditioned us to believe that our worth is tied to our productivity and income. However, with the growing prevalence of mental health issues, rising living expenses, and the challenges of raising children in today's world, it's...

You know that morning routine saying, "the early bird catches the worm." But, what if you don't want the worm because you were attacked by worms as a child and now stick to bugs that are all around. Now, let's...

Not too long ago, I came across a meme that said, “All these viral 'moms are losing their minds’ articles are great and all. But is anything changing? We have a spotlight on moms, and everyone seems to agree...

March 16th of 2020 was the night before my 40th birthday. I squeezed a birthday dinner in with one of my girlfriends because we knew that the next day everything was going on complete lockdown due to the Coronavirus. I...