Badge Of Motherhood

Badge Of Motherhood

MomPower Contributor Kelli Lund Stretch marks. If you’re anything like me, you were left with these constant reminders of just how swollen and big pregnancy made you. I know some women have great, elastic skin and others swear by cocoa butter. But I’m not...
Perfectionism and Motherhood

Perfectionism and Motherhood

I have always been a perfectionist. It is both a gift and a curse. On one hand, my high ambitions and expectations for myself have led me to excel in many areas throughout my life. On the other hand, I can become overwhelmingly distressed and discouraged when I miss...
The Longest Two Minutes

The Longest Two Minutes

Last month, we took Parker to the neurologist. It’s a trip (81 miles each way) that we’ve made quite often. This time, though the news was the same (the EEG still showed seizure activity) the doctor said he doesn’t need to see him until April 2012, anticipating that...