Alexa Bigwarfe
Where Were You? Remembering 9/11
Over twenty years ago...
It's hard to believe it's been over twenty years.
On September 11, 2001, I was a second lieutenant in the United States Air Force, stationed at Goodfellow AFB in San Angelo, TX....
Celebrating 30 Years of Child Abuse Prevention
As parents, particularly as mothers, there are many issues we discuss and debate ... whether or not to stay at home or go back to work, breast or bottle, how long a baby should...
Stuck in the Middle :: 7 Ways for Moms in the Sandwich Generation to...
I never imagined I would be caring for an elderly parent and three small children at the same time. And I certainly never anticipated how much stress, anxiety, and guilt it would cause me....
8 Tips for Camping with Small Children – and Actually Enjoying it!
It's that time of year - when we think "hey, let's take the kids camping!"
I am not a stellar camper – I’ve probably camped a total of five times in my life. But I...
The Passion Behind Hippie Chick Granola {Giveaway and Coupon Code!}
I met Ilene Evans exactly one year ago at Bloggy Boot Camp in Charlotte. She and I had become friends through the blogging world, and we hit it off in person.
We have become even...
A Chance to Save a Child :: Eliza O’Neill’s Story
What would you do if your toddler was diagnosed with a rare disease? A disease that would cause irreversible brain damage, and by the time she was 6 years old, your normal, healthy, active...
5 Tips for Keeping Your Sanity while Traveling with Small Children
If you have ever traveled with small children, you know how nerve-racking it can be. The stress level kicks up a notch when you are flying. Even short trips can be exasperating with an...
How I Became a Mother :: The Joy Outweighs The Reservations
Truth be told, I wasn't that sold on motherhood.
Like my mother, I was very career-oriented and dreamed of working as a lobbyist in Washington, DC, or for an international organization such as the United...
Baby-step your way to a Greener Life
Sometimes it can be a little bit overwhelming to think about trying to live a "green" lifestyle. We're busy moms. So, my goal is to provide you with some easy ways to "green" your...
Run for a Cause with Moms in Training {Sponsored Post}
The clock buzzed at just after 5 a.m., but I was already awake. I hadn't slept much the night before. I was too nervous I would oversleep my alarm and wouldn't have enough time...
Recipes Around the Clock: My Favorite “Go To” Kid Friendly Lunch
I am not going to lie. I don't have normal children. There, I said it. They are not the kind of children you brag about. "Oh yes, my son ate 5 pounds of broccoli...
7 Things to “Ditch” when Starting an Exercise Program
As a parent, it is often difficult to find the time to fit an exercise routine into your life. However, participating in a regular fitness routine can help you have more energy, release stress...
Tooth Decay, Go Away! February is National Children’s Dental Health Month
It may surprise you to know tooth decay (which leads to cavities) remains the most common chronic disease in children, despite the fact it can be easily prevented. Even more concerning is this number...
To Co-Sleep or Not?
When my husband and I first started talking about having a family, we had our list of things we would not allow our children to do.
They would not throw tantrums in public.
They would eat...