Natalie Szrajer
How to Help Your Child When They Have Night Terrors
I remember the first time one of my kids woke up from a night terror. Not only was it scary for her, but it was scary for me, and I couldn't fall asleep until...
Columbia Mom CARES :: Lighthouse for Life
Human trafficking is a concerning issue across the United States, including South Carolina. A recent statistic from the National Human Trafficking Hotline, identified sixty-four cases of human trafficking in our state last year.
Human trafficking...
Back to School :: Preparing for Kindergarten
It's only July but already parents are thinking about back-to-school because, here in the Midlands, some schools are starting earlier this year. The lackadaisical days of summer and easy summer nights are coming to...
6 Tips to Stay Cool Over the Summer When You’re Pregnant
It's been more than a few years since I was pregnant during the summer, but I do remember it being hotter than usual. Whether you're in your first trimester or nearing the end of...
Fun and Practical Summer Fashion for Mom
A quick scroll through Instagram will have me thinking my wardrobe is pretty lackluster. Whether it's the seemingly put together mom who is styled from head to toe or the latest fashions making me...
Celebrate National Banana Bread Day With This Tasty Recipe!
Almost four years ago during the great (note: sarcasm) pandemic I discovered a love for baking. I never was the baking type but when everything was shut down and there was not to much...
4 Unique Valentine’s Day Activities to Do With Your Kids
I love Valentine's Day. To be honest, I didn't always care for it, especially when the focus seemed to be on couples sending cheesy gifts to each other in high school and college.
Now that...
7 Things I Wish I Had Known Before Having Twins
Are they twins?
This is by far the most popular question I get asked about my twin girls. I guess people do a double take and aren't sure what to think. Despite the latest CDC...
7 Steps to Taking Better Care of Yourself
Since becoming a mom it's been a struggle at times to prioritize my health and ensure I'm living a healthy life for myself and my family. It is so easy to put everyone else's...
5 Fun Activities to Do With Kids on Christmas Vacation
I can't believe Christmas is just around the corner. What's quicker than Christmas is winter break when the kids are out of school for a couple of weeks.
I'm actually looking forward to my kids...
Breast Cancer Awareness :: Now is the Time to Take Action!
October is Breast Cancer Awareness month and this is your sign to get proactive about your breast health.
Debunking Breast Cancer Myths
There are a variety of things that people have said over the years that...
7 Tips to Put Together a Simple Halloween Costume
There are those moms who go all the way out for Halloween costumes. We're talking total originality along with complete preparation, resulting in costumes that can blow up a social media algorithm with tons...
Back to School :: It’s Okay Not to Have It All
Back to school shopping can feel like a race. Between getting the necessary supplies, dealing with crowds and other parents stressing over last minute supplies, and then scrambling to buy that thing you either...
Inclusivity at Summer Camp for All Children
This summer has been a blast with my kids. Sure there have been bouts of boredom and their summer appetite has increased but overall I've enjoyed being with them. They've had lots of time in...