Mothering Mommy

MEDICATION AND YOUR LITTLE ONES: ALWAYS PAY ATTENTION The past couple weeks have been the most trying, tear filled and confusing weeks of my mommyhood. My daughter seemed to be a shell of herself and I was at wits end on what was going on with her. Lo and behold the root of the problem was right in front of my eyes. Back Story Like most kids, my now 2 year old had been having bouts of illness for some time. A cold here, runny nose there, an episode of croup (I wouldn’t wish this on anyone), the all too familiar random throw up and of course that sporadic fever. With all this going on, there was no way for me to not be worried out of my mind. We visited our pediatrician, who by the way is awesome. He never makes you feel like he is just indulging you and your idea of what could be wrong, he listens and gives a professional opinion, takes both into account and works with you to make a plan moving forward (can you tell just how awesome I think he is). Moving on, at our many visits he...

The month of June brought so many changes. We welcomed the summer heat and celebrated our graduates. As they said their goodbyes to old friends, they also look forward to beginning a new chapter. But most of all Summer Break was finally here. Summer brings BBQ's, Amusement Parks, long days, fun times with friends and lots of road trips. Traveling with two kids, I can't lie had me a little intimidated, who am I kidding, it had me a lot intimidated. But lo and behold, it went way smoother than I anticipated. Here is my take on how to make it through an 3:20 a.m, 8hr trip with 2 kids and Amtrak. I know 3:20 a.m departure seems nuts but, there was a method to my madness. So early in the morning means you have to wake your little one but chances are they will go right back to sleep after boarding, which makes for a relaxing couple first hours. Pack something for your kids to do. Older kids usually want anything digital and they can choose what they want to bring. Just remember to...