Leah Stuhler

Leah Stuhler
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Leah grew up in Western New York, lived in Chicago for 11 years, and now resides in South Carolina. She's very happy for the change in weather! Leah is happily married, and is a proud boy mom. She is a full time Middle School Theatre teacher. When she's not spending time with her family or working, Leah enjoys baking and reading. She is the creator and host of the podcast YA Book Chat, where she and her guests have fun chatting about their favorite books. Leah loves being a part of the Columbia Mom team, both as a contributing writer and Editor.

5 Ways to Feel Attractive When You’re Stuck at Home

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Raise your hand if you've been in your pajamas and leggings for the past four weeks. Yep. Me too. I mean, let's face it. We're not leaving the house so why bother getting dressed, right?  Well, actually,...

My Body Image :: A Confesssion

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Some days I look in the mirror and I like what I see. Other days I look in the mirror and I hate what I see. Rarely, if ever, do I look in the mirror and...

The Story of Our Christmas Tree

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Every year at Thanksgiving my family puts up our Christmas tree. If my husband had his way we’d put it up as soon as Halloween is over. But each year I insist we wait...

How to Have a Stress Free Holiday Season

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Believe it or not, it's already October and that means the holidays are right around the corner. Yep, you heard me. Thanksgiving and Christmas will be here before you know it. I don't know about you...

Working Outside the Home :: Adjusting to My New Normal

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I walked into the house and called out "hello" to my husband and children. As I made my way into the kitchen, I smelled dinner cooking. There were completed homework papers on the table,...

Discovering Downtown Columbia’s Main Street

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One afternoon as I was sitting at an outdoor table in front of Sweet Cream Company, I looked around me. I realized that despite all of the times I've been on Main Street in...
When You Feel Alone as an Allergy Mom | Columbia SC Moms Blog

When You Feel Alone as an Allergy Mom

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I stood there watching the kids enjoying their pizza. They were all sitting around the party table talking and laughing together. I looked around and saw the other moms making small talk with each...

A Spring Project For the Whole Family :: Creating a Fairy Garden

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Spring is here and right along with it comes some beautiful weather. That gorgeous weather means it's a great time to spend some quality family time outdoors.  One way you can do that is to...

Celebrating the Month of the Military Child

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April is the Month of the Military Child. It’s a chance to celebrate children all across the nation who themselves make daily sacrifices and overcome many challenges. Military children deal with deployments, moving every couple...

Dear Fellow Mom, Please Don’t Exclude My Child

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My son has life-threatening food allergies. So when he entered kindergarten two years ago, one of my biggest fears was if he would be included in all the classroom activities. His allergies can often...
5 Hidden Restaurant Gems in Columbia - Columbia SC Moms Blog

5 Hidden Restaurant Gems in Columbia

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I have loved living in Columbia the past four and a half years. There is so much to do and so many places I have yet to explore. But I have to admit that one...

Getting Crafty in Columbia

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Doing crafts is soooo relaxing for me. I just love it! There's something about using my hands to create something I can treasure in my home or give as a gift that makes me feel...

The Fight Against Bullying

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"Mom," he began. "Yeah, buddy." "Stephanie made fun of me today." "What did she say to you?" "She was making fun of me because of my food allergies. She was saying I was weird because I can't eat...
Knowing When Your Child Needs Help | Columbia SC Moms Blog

Knowing When Your Child Needs Help

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I was listening to my seven-year-old son tell me how worried he was about our house catching on fire or someone breaking in and stealing our stuff. His thoughts spiraled in all directions, filled...