Moms

To ensure the best health outcomes for both mother and baby in the critical “fourth trimester,” we have to stop ending the conversation at “You got this, mom” as we walk away, and instead remind her that “We got you”  and actually mean it.

I realized that being sick of this virus, missing our friends and family members... it doesn't change the fact that we are all still vulnerable. I could have infected my entire extended family. Instead, I went into isolation. While sorely lacking in personal hygiene, my alone time was packed with guilt and fear, but ultimately, a renewed determination to do whatever it takes to beat this virus, including staying home this holiday season.

Once upon a time, well before we had children, I sat down to have a conversation with my husband. Looking back now, it was a magical twenty minutes. Perhaps we talked about something somewhat important, like our monthly financial spreadsheet, or something extremely important, like what restaurant we were going to for dinner. The point isn’t what the conversation was about. The point is that once upon a time we were able to have an entire uninterrupted conversation.

Kid-free evenings are few and far between, so you have to make the most of them. Instead of spending yet another girls’ night or date night at your local happy hour spot, why not shake it up with a trip around the world that still gets you home in time to tuck in your little ones?

If you’re like me, the dog makes an appearance in the list as well.

No wonder we’re always tired.

Mom life is hard work. It’s like having a full-time job, right? Well, not exactly. The reality is mothers actually put in way more time than the average job, according to recent research.