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What to Wear for Thanksgiving (That Won’t Betray You by Dessert)
Thanksgiving is all about finding the perfect combination of looking comfy and chic… yes I am talking stretchy waistbands. As moms, we’re expected to look cute and functional while simultaneously managing food, feelings, and family photos. So, what do we wear when the dress code is “comfy chic with emotional resilience”? 1. The Golden Rule: Stretch is Your Friend This is not the day for zippers that judge. Go for a midi dress, flowy pants, or your favorite sweater dress that
Victoria Barone
Nov 12, 20252 min read


Motherhood in Seasons: Why Every Stage Feels Like the Hardest One Until It’s Gone
Just as you are almost at your breaking point with one stage, you'll be at the next one in a blink. Tonight as I put my toddler down I couldn't help but think how hard this stage has been with bed time. We will make progress of him falling asleep on his own and then we regress back to assisting him to sleep. Don't get me wrong I don't mind some last minute connection before bed with reading a book and a quick snuggle but lately, it has been struggling to stay on that track.
Victoria Barone
Oct 23, 20253 min read


The Fourth Trimester: A Season of Becoming
I was unaware I would leave that hospital a different person. Entering the hospital the night I gave birth went exactly how I imagined it to. I could hardly stand straight from the contractions and soon I was admitted to a room and in a gown. The room looked as most appear in films and echoing machines filled the room as I focused on my breaths. Before I knew it ( two hours later of pushing), I was holding my baby who was taking his first breaths. This whole scene I had plan
Victoria Barone
Oct 14, 20253 min read


Finding Your Village: Why Mom Friends Are Everything
It is so important to find people who personally understand your "Mom" title. Aside from family of course, your village of mom friends...
Victoria Barone
Oct 9, 20254 min read


The Sick Day Edit: Mom-Tested Must-Haves
I am constantly grabbing for these items during the winter season! Fridababy Saline Snot Spray As unappealing as this product sounds,...
Victoria Barone
Oct 6, 20253 min read


Taming Bedtime Battles: How a Timer + Reward Chart Saved Our Nights
This dynamic duo gave us our nighttime routine flow back. Bed time has never been easy in this household but, once we hit three the...
Victoria Barone
Oct 2, 20252 min read


Mom Burnout is Real—Here’s How to Sidestep It
In order to show up as the best Mom, you have to take care of yourself, too. Whether you're a mom of one or multiples, you know the...
Victoria Barone
Sep 30, 20254 min read


Book Baskets 101: Toddler Boy Edition
This is m fourth ..year making a basket and I have the perfect Boo Basket recipe down. I have all the essentials you’ll need with no...
Victoria Barone
Sep 25, 20251 min read


Mother Knows Best (Dressed): Fall Trends Edition
The Top 5 Trends for Fall 2025. Suede Whether it be suede boots, jackets, or bags, you'll want to add one category to your wardrobe....
Victoria Barone
Sep 23, 20252 min read


Top 10 Amazon Toddler Boy Purchases for PreK
Let's go back to school in style! Patterned Insulated Water Bottle I love the neutral camo coloring and the fact that this bottle is BPA...
Victoria Barone
Aug 20, 20253 min read


When Jaundice Introduced Me to Billy Rubin
It turns out it is Bilirubin not Billy Rubin, despite what I had written in my notebook. If you are a doctor, nurse, or in the medical...
Victoria Barone
Aug 20, 20254 min read


Lattes & Predictions: The Day a Psychic Read My Son’s Future
This needs to be documented in the rare case any of it becomes true. I had a friend come into town to visit for the weekend and while she...
Victoria Barone
Aug 19, 20253 min read


More Than the Baby Blues: Understanding Post Partum Anxiety
Going into Post Partum with education and support is key to a healthy recovery. This piece may have a more serious tone but, it is...
Victoria Barone
Aug 17, 20253 min read


As A DIY MOM, Here are My Top 7 Picks from Michael's Maker Haul Sale
I tried to make it "Top 5" but that was nearly impossible with these prices. Construction Paper Construction paper is like the bread and...
Victoria Barone
Aug 5, 20252 min read
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