Columbia Mom

Its crazy, I know. A national day dedicated to apricots? Weird. And yet, I find myself getting behind it more than, say, National Marzipan Day (Jan 12) or National Twilight Zone Day (May 12). Regardless of my own feelings, my...

In saying farewell to another year and hello to a brand new, never-been-done-before January, we moms share a bittersweet feeling. We may think in terms of, “Next time…” “If only…” and “When things are easier…” And the questions start to...

We've all been there. Out for a night of fun with your best friend, and one of you ends up "over-served." You do what you can to keep your pal happy, safe, healthy and comfortable. Well, in my mind,...

I just read a really great article at Scary Mommy by Kate Levkoff of Nursing and Cursing. The article is about the 5 reasons the author doesn't mind cursing in front of her kids. It's funny and relatable, and Kate makes five...

It's that time of year again ... Girl Scout Cookies! Before the girls start working cookie booths at your favorite locations in mid-February, they get a jump start on sales via pre-orders during the month of January. The first day...

Weekly I come across articles written by other moms bashing and criticizing what is known as a "helicopter mom" -- the overprotective parent who is too involved, hindering their child's independence. I have a confession: I'm a helicopter mom. My helicopter might be different than...

I recently visited my cousin who had an adorable baby girl. On my last day there, she was preparing to return to work for the first time since having her daughter. When I heard her thoughts and fears, I...

2015 was truly an incredible second year for the Columbia SC Moms Blog! We are so thankful to all you, our readers, who were right there with us as we shared stories about our families, highlighted all the fun...

Cookies, giggles, and holiday cheer! The staff and writing team at Columbia SC Moms Blog is currently soaking up the season with their sweet families and friends. From December 25 – January 3, we will not be posting any new...

My favorite part of Christmas as an adult has been spending time with my children on Christmas morning and watching their faces light up as they open their presents. I love having all of them home on the night of Christmas Eve...

Ever since Trader Joe's opened in the Columbia area, our family has been a regular customer. We go in weekly to buy a dozen (or more) different items, and all of them - from the cage-free eggs, to whole...

Let me start by saying that I adore my mother-in-law. She is, after all, at least partially responsible for the existence of the greatest man I have ever known. No matter what beef I may have with her from time...

Holidays are hard when you are grieving the loss of a loved one. It seems that every tradition, every song, every festive event is a reminder of what could have, should have, would have been, if only things had been different. For...

  I love to brag on my sweet little Tiny, because, well, she almost didn't make it, so, I believe I'm justified in taking every opportunity to share stories about her. Yes, you're reading the right article - this IS...