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Denver, CO
Joined May 2009
Welcome to a new era of motherhood. We're lifting each other up, admitting hard truths, and stepping in as the village that some of us don't have - and we don't care if your house is a mess.
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The first 72 hours postpartum? A whole new world.  And this is your starter pack. Not glamorous, but game-changing. Save this list and tag a friend who's packing her hospital bag this week. She’ll thank you later. 💼🍼✨ #First72Hours #HospitalBagChecklist #LifeWithANewborn
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Your whole world shifts the moment you become a parent; your identity, your relationships, your rhythm. This isn’t losing yourself. It’s becoming someone new. Need help navigating the new you? Read our latest article: pnmag.com/parenthood/family-… #ParentingSupport #PostpartumJourney
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Being a mom is one of the hardest ... if not THE hardest job on earth. This is your sign that you are doing a GREAT job, and that even when you feel like you are drowning, you are a superhero! 💞 #MomLife #YouveGotThis #ParentingTruths #RealMomMoments #GentleReminder
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From belly kicks to big feelings. 🍼 No one said the glow-up would be this loud… 💬What surprised you most in the newborn phase? #NewParentLife #FourthTrimester #PostpartumTruths #NewbornPhase #MomLifeMoments #RealParenting
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Your phone might not say it, but we will: 👏 You’re doing a hundred things at once. 💡 You deserve a water break. 🐶 And yes, that pacifier rescue counts as a win. It's just another day in the beautifully chaotic world of parenting. #ParentLife #ParentingInProgress
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You don’t need a spa day to practice self-care; you need a second to breathe. Read our guide to real, doable self-care that actually fits into life with a newborn: pnmag.com/mom-baby/parenting… #SelfCareForParents
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Mastering the art of doing everything with one hand: because once you become a parent, multitasking isn’t a skill; it’s survival. Which one-handed skill is your specialty? #ParentLife #OneHandedParenting #MultitaskingMom #NewParentHumor #ParentHacks #MomTruths #RealLifeWithKids
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Ever look at the clock and wonder how it's only 9 a.m.? From breakfast debates to bedtime negotiations, parenting runs on its own timeline, one chaotic, hilarious, heart-filled moment at a time.  What does your zone look like? #MomHumor
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Nobody warns you how heavy the pressure to “get it right” can feel. But here’s the truth: real parenting isn’t perfect. ✨ Read our recent blog and be encouraged: pnmag.com/parenthood/embrace… #EmbraceImperfection #ConfidentParenting
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That messy house? That toddler meltdown in Target? That skipped bath night? None of that means you’re doing it wrong. It means you’re in it. Fully, beautifully, imperfectly in it. And that’s exactly what your kids need. You’ve got this, even when it doesn’t feel like it. ❤️
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To the dads showing up with full hearts, tired eyes, and endless love. Today is for you. Your presence matters more than you know.  Happy Father’s Day. ❤️ #FathersDay #DadLife #ParentingTogether #DadsWhoShowUp #EverydayDad
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You know you're a parent when your daily dialogue starts sounding like an improv sketch no one rehearsed.  Save this for the next time you catch yourself saying something wild and realize you’re not alone. #parentinglife #honestparenting #funnyparents #realmomlife #funnymom
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Pregnancy isn’t just belly pics and baby kicks. It’s also weird, wild, and incredibly human. If you’re feeling “off,” you’re probably right on track. #Pregnancy #NewMoms #Baby
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Today, we remember and honor those who made the ultimate sacrifice for our country. 🇺🇸 May we carry their courage forward—with gratitude, humility, and the commitment to create a better future in their name. #MemorialDay #HonorAndRemember #InGratitude
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Quick bites for tiny busy bodies 🙌 Here are 13 grab-and-go snacks that keep one hand free for building, drawing, or mischief-making.  Which nibble will save your day? Drop your MVP in the comments!  #SnackOnTheRun #Parenting #BusyMoms
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Running on crumbs and caffeine? If bedtime feels like a nightly battle, you’re not alone. This real-talk guide breaks down how to build a baby bedtime routine that actually works—without the overwhelm, guilt, or glow-up gadgets. 🍼 Read it here: tinyurl.com/35ue5w7p
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Which team are you on? Cloth diapers OR Disposable diapers  (Comment why!)
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Parenthood isn't about doing it perfectly — it's about showing up, chaos and all. If you feel like you're the only one Googling "Is it normal to hide from your toddler," you're in good company.  Here's your reminder: you're doing better than you think.
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Raising tiny humans is hard. Raising them to care about the planet?  Surprisingly doable. No guilt. No overwhelm. Just small, sustainable wins that actually stick. The real-parent guide to eco-friendly parenting →  pnmag.com/parenthood/guide-t… #ecoparenting #greenmom #momtips
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