denmother
More hacks for coping with anxiety in motherhood
Like a lot of moms, my battle with anxiety began when I first had kids. I've posted about anxiety before, but I would love to add a few...
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denmother
Hi, I'm Kyriaki
I'm a wife and mom to two boys, ages 7 and 4. Let's be honest, the best part of being a mom is the mom friends right? Kidding. (Kind of.) If you need some support, please reach out. After all, momming is easier and more fun when we do it together!
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denmother
- Nov 5, 2022
- 2 min
Taking the long view in parenting: When it helps and when it hurts
I’m always thinking ahead. I think most moms are like that. We see the fire that needs to be put out before it even starts, we plan for...
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denmother
- Oct 17, 2022
- 2 min
Unloading the Mental Load: helping moms cope with the day to day of motherhood
You’ve probably heard the term “Mental Load” tossed around quite a bit. But what does it mean? “Mental Load” is a term that refers to the...
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denmother
- Sep 12, 2022
- 2 min
PTSD & Motherhood: How common it is and how to recognize the symptoms
When we think of Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD), we often think of military members or those who have suffered catastrophic...
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denmother
- Aug 29, 2022
- 3 min
Generations of Motherhood, Generations of Pain
Let me tell you about the great-great grandmother I met recently. Let me tell you about her graceful elegance and quiet demeanor. Let me...
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denmother
- Jul 9, 2022
- 3 min
Summer travel tips for families
Travel with kids is never a vacation… but it’s always an adventure! Whether you’re traveling by plane, car, train or boat this Summer,...
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denmother
- Jun 21, 2022
- 2 min
How I cope with anxiety in parenting
I never struggled with anxiety before having kids, even in a high stress profession like being a News Reporter or working nearly 24 hours...
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denmother
- May 29, 2022
- 2 min
How to be happy in parenting... and in life
I know, I know… it’s a bold claim to assume I have the answer to yours, or anyone else’s happiness. But hear me out. After going through...
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denmother
- Apr 27, 2022
- 2 min
Rewards vs. Bribes: What's OK when it comes to parenting and what's not
If you are like me and you have studied many different parenting methods, then you have likely heard over and over what experts deem as...
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denmother
- Mar 15, 2022
- 3 min
Healthy Habits for a Happy Home
As my kids are getting older and I am able to pursue my dreams more and more, I am realizing how much my habits and routines are helping...
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denmother
- Feb 21, 2022
- 4 min
My recipe for better toddler sleep
Sleep, or the lack thereof, is such a major part of parenting. And while no two kids are exactly alike, and no two parents or parenting...
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denmother
- Jan 14, 2022
- 3 min
Why we no longer say “good job” to kids, and why I’m on board
You may have been chastised for telling your kids, “good job!” at one point or another, or maybe you’ve seen another mom catch herself...
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denmother
- Oct 5, 2021
- 3 min
Why is it so hard to let kids try?
They say a child who is always caught when they fall learns to fall with their arms UP, versus a child who is allowed to fall, who learns...
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denmother
- Aug 28, 2021
- 3 min
Mom hacks that get me through the day
This is a no-judgement zone. As a recovering perfectionist, it’s hard to admit that I struggle and it’s also hard to admit that I cut...
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denmother
- Jun 9, 2021
- 3 min
How to parent your best when you're at your worst
I don't know about you, but when things are running smoothly I'm a pretty good mom. And when my kids are at school or with a babysitter,...
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denmother
- May 2, 2021
- 3 min
"Mom Mantras" that help me enjoy motherhood
I am a big believer in speaking life into your world. So here are my most common "Mom Mantras" that help me not only survive motherhood,...
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denmother
- Apr 13, 2021
- 3 min
What I wish moms would have told me when I was pregnant
What I wish moms would have told me when I was expecting my first baby
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denmother
- Mar 2, 2021
- 4 min
Top 10 life sucking lies that trap moms
Being a mom is hard enough as it is, without our internal thoughts attacking us from within too. Below are the top ten lies I’ve...
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denmother
- Feb 11, 2021
- 4 min
How to pursue your dreams while raising kids
My mom gave up a law career to stay home and raise five kids. My whole life I thought she regretted this decision, even though she tells...
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denmother
- Feb 6, 2021
- 6 min
Adult Temper Tantrums: Helping parents navigate their emotions
Have you ever screamed at your kids? I mean red faced, screamed at them? Admit it. I have and it sucked. We had just moved into a new...
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