Karen Szabo
Dramatic Son Syndrome – Yes, It’s A Thing.
My son is five and he’s as wild as a feral raccoon looking for food late at night in a dark garage. He’s boisterous....
This is blanky
This is blanky. It's one of three blankies - two green and one brown - my son has. These fuzzy blankies have been a...
Screw Trying To Be Ideal Parents And Just Do You
I think we can all agree how difficult parenting can actually be. I mean, I have yet to meet a family who casually and...
No I Won’t Enjoy Every Moment, But Here’s What I Do Love
It seems like everywhere I turn, someone is either writing or talking about how mothers, fathers, and guardians of any kind should love and...
My Husband Is My Polar Opposite, But It Works
This guy here is my partner in life and in parenting. He's my best friend. He's the rock in our family, and believe me when...
Dear Husband, Here’s Why I’m Done Being Your Maid
Like many women, I do most of the house work – the kitchen, the laundry (my husband is allowed to do the laundry, just...
What Parenting Feels Like When You’re An Empath
For as long as I can remember, I've been one of those people who feel empathetic towards other people's emotions and energies. It took me...
Raising A Strong Willed Child Feels Impossible
There’s something to be said about strong-willed children. If you have a child with this prized characteristic trait, then you know what I’m talking...
I Don’t Want To Play With My Kid Anymore
“Mommy! I want you to play with me!” “Mommy! Please play with me!” “Mommy, please?!”
My heart sinks and I slide my body off the...