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Motherhood
Heartfelt stories, practical tips, and real-life reflections on the beautiful chaos of motherhood. From parenting hacks and self-care advice to celebrating the little moments that make it all worthwhile, this category is a space for moms to find connection, inspiration, and encouragement.
Love in Action: How Our Community Is Coming Together for 80 Incredible Moms
This spring, something truly beautiful is happening in our community. What started as a simple idea—to let moms living in local shelters...
Kelly Republicano
2 days ago3 min read
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Where’s the Handbook for Doing It All? Asking for a Friend (Me)
How? How are we supposed to do it all? And what does doing it all even mean? For some, it might mean excelling in a career while also...
Kelly Republicano
Feb 244 min read
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A Much-Needed Weekend Away: A 40th Birthday Recap
Last weekend, my mom and sister flew into town to whisk me away for a quick weekend getaway to celebrate my 40th birthday. 🎉 It was...
Kelly Republicano
Feb 215 min read
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Is It Even Worth It? Why Mondays Make Us Question Everything
I have found myself asking this question for a few too many Mondays recently. Don’t get me wrong—I love what I do. I’m a mom of four who...
Kelly Republicano
Feb 105 min read
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When Motherhood Feels Overwhelming: A Gentle Reminder That You’re Not Alone.
Some days in motherhood feel like pure magic—sticky kisses, giggles filling the air, and the quiet moments when you watch your little...
Kelly Republicano
Feb 74 min read
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Learning Out Loud: Why Imperfection Is the Best Starting Point
As I reflect on my personal growth journey, an all-too-familiar inner voice pops up with its favorite question: “Who are you to share...
Kelly Republicano
Feb 43 min read
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Snuggles and Support: A New Mom's Best Friends
Last weekend, on my way to pick up the kids from church childcare, I noticed a baby nestled comfortably in his mom’s arms. His eyes...
Kelly Republicano
Feb 16 min read
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Why There’s No ‘Just’ in Parenting (and Other Tales from the Chaos)
Oops!…I Heard It Again… (Hopefully, you’re reading that to the beat of the Britney Spears song—because I certainly was when I wrote it.)...
Kelly Republicano
Jan 243 min read
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Moments That Matter: Proof of Mom and Cherished Friendships
Last weekend, after a long week of snow days (aka no school) followed by a two-week holiday vacation, we embraced a weekend filled with...
Kelly Republicano
Jan 173 min read
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From Chaos to Connection: A Snow Day to Remember (Day Four)
The next morning, running on less than four hours of sleep, I still woke up feeling unexpectedly hopeful and renewed. My husband had an...
Kelly Republicano
Jan 103 min read
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Snow Day, Day Three: The Emotional Rollercoaster
Wednesday evening, amidst the chaos of feeding my four kids under seven, I received a text from my Girl Scout co-leader: Are we ready for...
Kelly Republicano
Jan 102 min read
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Wholehearted Motherhood: Thriving with Presence and Yoga
Motherhood is a remarkable journey, filled with love, growth, and countless treasured moments. As moms, we gracefully juggle many roles,...
Kelly Republicano
Jan 82 min read
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Savoring the Slow: Lessons from Three Snowy Days
Today marks day three of snow days. Our house is a mess, the laundry resembles Mount Everest, the kids are getting on each other’s...
Kelly Republicano
Jan 82 min read
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Am I a Bad Mom for Not Looking Forward to a Snow Day?
I’ve had a lot of thoughts swirling around lately about what it means to be a good mom and what it means to be me. One of those moments...
Kelly Republicano
Jan 84 min read
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