Tag: illness

So Your Kid Has Hand, Foot, and Mouth…

Imagine this scenario... I'm about one month postpartum, recovering from a c-section, still trying to get the hang of being a mom to two,...

Chronic Pain Warriors are Mothers, and We’re Everywhere

As mothers, we do everything for our children with marginal complaint. We may holler, "I said put your shoes on, child!" after mentioning it fifteen times...

Preparing Your Children for the Death of a Pet

Preparing your children for the death of a pet is one of the moments of parenting that no one looks forward to. But when...

When Mommy Has Surgery

You know that old saying, "When Mommy gets sick, the whole ship can sink?" Or something like that. Close enough. Well. I don't know...