Author: britstueven

Some days, we get home dangerously close to nap time (Like 5-10 minutes close!), and all I can think about is how hard the transition will be. Other days, we’ve got all the time in the world and JeeWoo’s just not having it. In those desperate moments, here’s something that has worked some serious magic: … Continue reading Mama Be Present: Flashlights & Whispers →

In our old neighborhood, every Wednesday morning was a momentous one for me and my little one, thanks to the grand arrival of THE TRASH TRUCK! 😍 As soon as we heard it beeping, loading, and rolling closer, we’d bundle up over our PJs, run to the balcony and wait. Then, here would come David, … Continue reading Mama Be Present: Honk-Honks & Knuckles →

Do you ever pick your kid up somewhere and they don’t greet you the way you expected? After being apart, you picture them running to you with the biggest smile and open arms, but instead, they shoot you a quick glance and get back to that toy. Or maybe they don’t even acknowledge you at … Continue reading Mama Be Present: Greet ‘Em Grinning →

OK, so, I’m fully aware that my toddler is blowing out the candlelight on a prompt that says to eat by candlelight. Just setting realistic expectations from the get-go, ya know? 😉 BUT here’s the deal: Just the sheer act of lighting a candle or two (even if they only burn for a minute or … Continue reading Mama Be Present: Eat By Candlelight →

Remember when I told you that you wouldn’t have to buy anything for these joy prompts except maybe some glow sticks because…glow sticks? Well, here we are.  If you don’t have a box of these things on the ready, stop what you’re doing and order ‘em already! Then, when an invite to bath time brings … Continue reading Mama Be Present: Glow Stick Dip →