Admitting that you don’t like being pregnant — especially while surrounded by women who would LOVE to be — is taboo. So we keep our feelings to ourselves. But this …
Amanda Foust: Inspiring Writer, Life Coach, and Mom
Amanda Foust
Amanda is a wife, mother, writer/editor, and certified life coach. Pen and paper make her spirit come alive. She spends her creative time reading, decorating, and handwriting fonts. Her world is better with an assortment of chocolate and a stack of books packed and ready for travel. She works each day to be a creative maker and a light bringer. You can find more of her writing at Downs, Ups & Teacups and TheDailyPositive.com.
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I’m the oldest child and have always been intrigued by birth order stereotypes. According to Dr. Kevin Leman, a psychologist and the author of The Birth Order Book and The …
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We have moved away from living in tiny villages where we experience motherhood together, side-by-side, day in and day out. Now our villages have moved to the internet. Kids take …
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Beauty & StyleLifestyleTips & Ideas
How To Start A Capsule Wardrobe For Kids
by Amanda Foustby Amanda FoustCapsule wardrobes are not just trendy, they are practical! For over a year, I have created seasonal capsule wardrobes for my children. Getting ready in the morning is now easier …
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KidsLittle KidPre-Teen
6 Books To Help Sensitive Children Manage Their Emotions
by Amanda Foustby Amanda Foust(This post contains affiliate links) Sensitive children get a bad rep. It’s so much easier to tell them to “suck-it-up” or “rub some dirt in it” when sometimes all they …
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(This post contains affiliate links) Babyproofing is a must, and we often anticipate implementing the safety changes while watching our house go from trendy and stylish to a protective, sheltering …
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Inspirational
How I Became A Better Mom When I Stopped Trying So Hard
by Amanda Foustby Amanda FoustI’m a perfectionist. The idea of putting things out into the world that aren’t my best effort makes me cringe! It doesn’t mean that I believe what I do is …
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Being a mom is the greatest honor and blessing of my life! But it’s not all rainbows and unicorns. Though there are days full of laughter and celebrating milestones, there …
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Pregnancy is supposed to be a “glowing” experience. We are to enjoy each moment and the “special treatment” we receive for those nine months of bliss. But instead, we are …
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Sometimes being a mama can feel isolating. Social media is a great way to feel connected and share with others the daily happenings in your life. Scroll through a mama’s …