Why Parenting Feels So Hard—And How to Make It Easier
Parenting is hard, but are we making it harder on ourselves? The Second Arrow concept from Buddhism explains how our reaction to stress can add unnecessary suffering. So just how can Parenting with Gratitude® can help shift your perspective?
Burned Out or Just Stressed? How to Tell the Difference
Parental burnout is real—57% of parents report experiencing it (Ohio State, 2024). But how is burnout different from everyday stress? Learn the signs, the science behind it, and how gratitude can help parents regain balance and resilience. Take the burnout quiz to see where you stand.
Gratitude: The Parenting Superpower You Already Have
Practicing gratitude can transform parenting. Backed by research, this post explores how gratitude builds resilience, enhances self-worth, and creates meaning in the chaos of raising kids. Get started with actionable tips and joy to follow!
Family Gratitude Ideas: January
Instead of New Year’s Resolutions, I start out each year by making a list of how I want to feel. Try this and many other ways to plant the seeds of gratitude at home in the new year.
Family Gratitude Ideas: December
As the holiday spirit fills our homes, it's easy to get caught up in the whirlwind of festive preparations, particularly when our attention tends to center on creating magical moments for our kids. However, amid the merry mayhem, it's the perfect time to add activities that not only nurture family connection, but also cultivate gratitude.
Hope as Your Anchor: Navigating Modern Parenthood with Optimism
Exploring the transformative power of pragmatic hope and gratitude, this post delves into making modern parenthood a more fulfilling and manageable journey with simple practices you can add to your existing routine.
Yes, the kids are worse for you - and now there's proof.
Uncover why the kids are worse for us and what we can do about it as moms.
The Myth of a Perfect Motherhood
Uncover why modern motherhood can differ from expectations and how shifting societal narratives empower you to raise the next generation.
Gratitude Practice: Community Gratitude Events
Discover how gratitude can revive unstructured play, reduce stress, and create safer, closer-knit communities for your kids.
#MomLife Unfiltered: 5 Essential Ways to Keep It Real
Gratitude serves as a foundation for nurturing connections with other parents and broadening our perspective. It empowers us to embrace our parenting mishaps as integral parts of our journeys, ensuring they do not overshadow our achievements.
World Gratitude Day: Family Activites
Celebrate World Gratitude Day by expressing appreciation to those who support your family. Discover why this annual tradition in September offers a perfect opportunity to thank the everyday heroes in our lives and explore kid-approved ways to infuse gratitude into your September routines!
A Letter to the Lonely Mom
Motherhood can be isolating and full of self-doubt. This is an open letter to read when you feel at a loss and need a plan to go on.
Controlled by Mom Guilt
Break free from the grip of Mom Guilt and embrace a journey of self-compassion and gratitude. Practical actions to shift your mindset, widen your perspective, and nurture a positive parenting experience. Lets release guilt, embrace imperfections, and reclaim control of our emotions!
Cracking the Gratitude Code: A No-BS Guide for Type-A Moms
Unleash your inner goodAF mom with this no-BS guide to cracking the gratitude code.: practical tips and scientific insights tailored for Type A moms. Overcome motivation hurdles and enhance your motherhood journey.
Parenting Differently: Choosing a Grateful Life
Can we find happiness by looking within and choosing ourselves first? I share my experience of how focusing on gratitude helped me notice the good and how I use my Parenting with Gratitude™ formula to inspire my daily gratitude practice.
How to Start Parenting with Gratitude®
Ditch perfection. Parenting with Gratitude® shows how noticing what’s already good can change everything—from burnout to badass self-trust.
Gratitude Practice: Off the Hook
The cultural expectations of parenting and the impact of Intensive Parenting on Parents' Mental Health — plus a practice to help you get through!
Gratitude Practice: Savoring
What if I told you that your toddler’s crusty nose could be a great source of happiness and well-being? You would probably say gross, Stef.
Embracing Intentional Parenting
Learn how to parent with gratitude by following the simple equation of Intention + Attention + Action + Repetition = Results. Start with setting a GoodAF Mom Intention, such as being a happier and kinder person.
How Does Gratitude Improve Parenting?
Recently I decided to ask the ChatGPT AI machine the question: How does Gratitude Improve Parenting? I know from personal experience that gratitude has improved my relationship with my kids, self, and partner — but I wanted to hear what the research AI had to say.