Mom's Timeout

There are so many things I wish someone would’ve told me. So many things I wish I had known. The problem is you can’t possibly be prepared for everything parenting throws at you. It’s just not possible. You can read dozens of books and talk to each and every one of your mom friends, but […]

Do you remember all those times you thought you had this parenting thing all figured out and then lo and behold you’d come to figure out you didn’t? It’s inevitable. Not one of us has it even remotely mastered. And then there are all those times you thought your job as a parent was done. […]

While I’m sure my husband would beg to differ, I personally think I’m pretty chill with the whole babysitting thing. Definitely more so with my parents than his, but that’s just the way it goes. Sure, throughout the last year or so, I’ve said a few things that made me scratch my head, but… For […]

When you have kids, the holidays become magical again!  You get to see Christmas through their little eyes and it brings back all the wonder and awesomeness for parents. This year, my oldest is three and we have a new baby. I’m so excited to have her first Christmas! I’m also really excited to celebrate […]

Why don’t kids sleep? Well, maybe your kids do. If so, I’m super jealous. My kids can somehow survive three days on a combined total of 9 hours sleep. I’m starting to think they have insomnia, in fact, I’m actually quite certain. We’ve tried everything to get them to sleep. Frankly, I’m sick of all […]

How did you tell your husband you were pregnant? I’m willing to bet you didn’t feed him baby food. Would you even have been able to get away with that? I was so ecstatic that there was no waiting and no surprise… I was also in complete and utter disbelief and went and bought a […]

Do you ever feel as though no one’s listening. You’re definitely talking to yourself, aren’t you? I think it’s pretty typical as moms that we’re basically always being ignored. It totally seems like our kids and husbands have selective hearing. I can’t even tell you how many times I’ve said something and even though every […]

Okay, seriously. To be young again, right? Do you remember those days? This poor guy! I actually kind of feel bad for him. Lol… I guarantee I never went to such extreme lengths to get someone’s attention. It’s definitely hilarious, though. What do you think? I couldn’t even imagine liking someone so much that doesn’t […]

The entire time I was watching this absolutely hilarious parody, I was thinking – yep, I could see myself doing this – minus the singing part, of course. She is too funny. I especially love the books she leaves for her husband. What is it with us being a little overzealous? Ah, to be pregnant […]

I totally remember how much fun last Christmas was with the little guy. He was only about six months old and I assure you it was a unique experience. He certainly hated Santa. Then again, I’m not thinking he’s going to like it much this year either. There were seriously tears that day. I also […]

This video is hilarious! These Moms totally nailed it showing exactly what it would sound like if Moms talked to each other the way we talk to our kids. Fair warning, you’ll definitely get a good laugh but also feel utterly annoyed at these Moms and say to yourself, “Oh no, do I sound like […]

I can’t even begin to imagine what my beloved Thor must think of the little guy. Obviously, we never included him in our family planning decision. Then again, I also never thought he’d care. He’s not exactly a difficult dog. Just yesterday, I was watching the little guy snuggle up to him and Thor would […]

How did you let people know you were pregnant? Did you do the same old or something more original? I think my pregnancy was “Facebook official” long before it was anything else. We told our parents and closest friends and everyone else found out via the Baby Gaga app on Facebook. That silly little app […]

It wasn’t all that long ago that I stumbled across a mom’s parody of Let It Go from Disney’s Frozen. Here’s a dad’s take on it. This is awesome! Apparently, dad’s had a bit much of this song and he decided to share it with the world. Thankfully, I never really had the opportunity to be […]

Last Christmas was so much fun. It was the little guy’s first one. I spent a totally asinine amount of time picking out the absolute best presents, including a few things that were more than a little annoying to put together. Yep, just a little bit. Note to self: If it’s going to be a […]

Are you the queen of shortcuts? Are you famous for taking the easy way out? Heck, I’m sure we’re all guilty of this to some extent. I love Pinterest as much as the next mom, but let’s face it… How many of us actually have time for that crap? One thing I can say is […]

This is priceless! I was literally laughing out loud at the absurdity of it and yet thinking, “Yep, I totally get it!” We all know what it’s like to be sick. All you want to do is call for mommy to come take care of you. It’s miserable! But when you’re sick with kids. Ugh! […]

Do you need a pintervention? I’m willing to bet quite a few people think I do. Then again, my craft stash could seriously rival the store inventory at our local Michael’s. Sometimes, I’m not sure if that’s a good thing or a bad thing. Maybe, a little bit of both? What’s Up Moms put together […]

Sometimes, I seriously wonder what the little guy is thinking. I was listening to him and another little one from daycare “talking” to each other this afternoon when I picked him up. They totally made me smile. Do you remember the song Call Me Maybe? Here’s the oh-so-hilarious baby version. These two are absolutely adorable! […]

Has your husband ever casually mentioned his parents are coming at the absolute last minute? You know, because he expects you to be able to pull off miracles? My husband is famous for it. He’s so lucky I have remodeling as an excuse for my sometimes less-than-immaculate house. Let’s just say if it weren’t as […]