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🦃 Thanksgiving as a Mom: The Gratitude, the Chaos, and the Emotional Whiplash

An honest Thanksgiving reflection from a real-life mom about parenting, gratitude, family chaos, and finding meaning in the small moments.

🎁 Holiday Gift Guide: What to Get Your Husband

Shopping for your husband? Here are practical, fun, and thoughtful Christmas gift ideas men actually want, including the Nintendo Switch 2, grill tools, and comfort picks.

🦷 The Cavity Chronicles: When I Got Teeth-Shamed by the Dentist

I cried when my kid got her first cavities. Here’s what I changed to help prevent more, plus real talk about dental shame, genetics, and what parents can actually control.

☕ Caffeine Hacks for Moms: Easy Upgrades for Coffee or Soda

Tired mom caffeine ideas that make coffee or soda more fun. Easy upgrades, flavor hacks, and simple tools moms will love.

🎁 Holiday Gift Guide: What to Get Your In-Laws

Worried about what to get those in-laws that have everything... without breaking the bank? Check out the top four picks for your in-laws this holiday season.

Making Mom Friends Is Weirdly Hard

Making mom friends can feel like dating, but it doesn’t have to be awkward. Simple, realistic tips for finding and building real parent friendships.

🌱 Raising a Non-Jerk: The Parenting Goal We All Have

I used to think my job was to raise a happy kid. Now I just want to raise a kind human. Here are some thoughts about what I’m learning along the way.

🎁 Holiday Gift Guide: What to Get a 1st Grader

Holiday shopping for a 1st grader? Here are 4 kid-approved gifts that encourage creativity, pretend play, and confidence. Includes my favorite parent-approved picks.

Let's Talk About Sleep (aka the Question All Parents Ask Themselves: "Will I Ever Sleep Again?")

Sleep training a toddler isn’t easy, but with consistent routines and Hatch Rest light cues, bedtime got a lot smoother for our family.

When You Leave Your Kid with Your Non-Primary Partner (and Everyone Survives)

Traveling without your kid can feel stressful. Here’s how I prep (without overprepping), trust my partner, and keep things calm for everyone.

Trying to be that "environmentally friendly mom" (Keyword, "trying")

Realistic tips and tricks to try to be that environmentally friendly mom. Don't try to be perfect, just try your best!

How We Survive the Drop-Off Line (Without Losing Our Minds)

Every mom knows that the drop-off and pick-up line are tests of maintaining your cool. The Unwise Mom talks no-fluff hacks to keep kids busy, stay awake, and make carpool time a little more bearable.