Author Archives: Stephanie O'Farrell
A Working Mom's Dilemma: What Do I Do With the Kids in the Summer?
I have almost made it through my first year as a mom of a school aged son. Lots of lessons learned but ultimately I was feeling proud of the past year. That lasted about 5 minutes. I was then rem...
Stephanie O'Farrell May 26, 2016
Ten Lessons From My First Year With a School-Aged Child
Every time I enter into a new phase of parenthood, I look back and silently congratulate myself for making it through. When my son “graduated” from daycare and into a “real school&rd...
Stephanie O'Farrell May 16, 2016
When Grief Hits Unexpectedly
It started slowly - that feeling that a rough week was ahead. Approaching was the 5-year anniversary of my best friend passing away. I began feeling more anxious, more on edge and more emotional about...
Stephanie O'Farrell May 12, 2016
I Miss Bedtime Twice a Week
We all want the very best for our children, but it’s impossible to do everything right all the time. Admitting that is freeing – and it’s also encouraging to other moms in the ...
Stephanie O'Farrell May 08, 2016
Mango Chutney Pasta Salad
It never fails: the hour before you have guests arriving is pure chaos. Finishing up last minute tidying - or in some cases this is known as Operation: Hide the Clutter Somewhere.
Then ther...
Stephanie O'Farrell May 06, 2016
Will Your Kid (Play) Date My Kid?
My last first date was over ten years ago (yikes!). I often wonder how I would handle dating these days, especially given things like the blow-up of technology. When my husband and I met, I still had ...
Stephanie O'Farrell Apr 19, 2016
Pregnancy Cravings & Aversions
You can’t drink, have to limit caffeine and you get judged for eating lunchmeat. All while growing a person who often dictates what either sounds delicious or makes your stomach turn sidewa...
Stephanie O'Farrell Apr 11, 2016
Ten Things Moms Should Keep in the Car
Do you have those days where you weren’t necessarily planning on it, but your day ends up with no time to pit stop at home between work, kid pick-up, soccer and dance class? Here are some ideas ...
Stephanie O'Farrell Apr 04, 2016
Sometimes I Don't Feel Like Being A Mom
We all want the very best for our children, but it’s impossible to do everything right all the time. Admitting that is freeing – and it’s also encouraging to other moms in the ...
Stephanie O'Farrell Apr 03, 2016
Mommy Brain: Is It Real?
When I was pregnant with my firstborn, I used to cringe when someone would exclaim “pregnancy brain!” every time I so much as paused to answer a question. Non-pregnant people can once in a...
Stephanie O'Farrell Mar 23, 2016