momaoak

I am a 35 year old mother of one son with a daughter on the way. My son has opened my eyes up the fact that although I waited to have children and spent a lot of time around kids, I had no idea. I attended college, and I have worked in professional fields-but none prepared me for the first time my son pooped before I got the diaper on, realizing that a tiny week old child is in complete control of my life (including bathroom breaks), or that I would be the person at the store talking to myself because I forgot my son wasn't with me.

I am originally from Oklahoma, and have spent the past 10 years in Maine. We moved closer to my family in March of 2012, and we have been adjusting to the changes. I am reconnecting with old friends and family, and learning to share my son with his grandparents.

I believe in writing about what I know and love-my family. I will share both the highs and lows, as well as what I learn as I travel along the path of parenthood.

In the Spotlight

I never thought I would say that-till I became a parent

As a parent you find yourself saying strange things on a daily basis. Here is a peak at what my life with my 2 year old is like.

In the Spotlight

Raising a Taller Than Average Toddler

I am learning the fears and challenges of raising a top of the growth chart child, and how to deal with people commenting on him.

In the Spotlight

Roughhousing-Is it okay?

We love our son and want him to become a great, loving, honest man. Is rough housing creating a little animal instead?

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  Family and Parenting

  I never thought I would say that-till I became a parent

  12 years ago

  As a parent you find yourself saying strange things on a daily basis. Here is a peak at what my life with my 2 year old is like.

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  Toddlers

  Raising a Taller Than Average Toddler

  5 years ago

  I am learning the fears and challenges of raising a top of the growth chart child, and how to deal with people commenting on him.

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  Parenting Styles

  Roughhousing-Is it okay?

  10 years ago

  We love our son and want him to become a great, loving, honest man. Is rough housing creating a little animal instead?

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  Clinical Depression

  Depression and Anxiety-My Story of living with the diagnosis

  12 years ago

  I am the happy person next door. I have a great life with an amazing husband and son, but I also have a history of depression and anxiety. This is my story.

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  Insects & Bugs

  How to Prevent and Kill Roaches-advice from a Professional

  12 years ago

  Advice from a pro on pest control.

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  Motherhood

  Diapers-Store brand vs. Name Brand

  12 years ago

  With decreased income does it make sense to switch to a cheaper diaper?

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  Motherhood

  Daycare and biting-My son was bit

  12 years ago

  My son was bitten once again at daycare. Why do children do this, and what is a mom to do?

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  Babies & Baby Care

  How to survive your baby cutting their first tooth

  12 years ago

  I survived my son's teething so far, and want to pass along some tips that I learned the hard way. Teething isn't fun, but you both will survive it.

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  Motherhood

  Dealing with my miscarriage as the due date approaches

  8 years ago

  The child I miscarried would be due next week. I am now dealing with the emotions that are resurfacing as the due date nears.

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  Toddlers

  The tricks to changing a toddler's diaper

  12 years ago

  Through trial and error I have found what works and doesn't work when it comes to my son's diaper changes. Here I offer a glimpse at one gone wrong and tips to avoid this in the future.

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  Motherhood

  Motherhood-what I learned now about speaking

  12 years ago

  Okay, I am a talker-I love to talk, just ask my husband, parents, and friends. So why is it that my beloved 20 month old son babbles (a lot) but isn't talking? He understands us perfectly and ignores us when he doesn't want to obey-so it isn't a...