I suffer from catastrophic anxiety. This means I always have an answer when someone asks, “What’s the worst that can happen?” I may not be thinking rationally, but I am really good at coming up with ridiculous outcomes for any…
The Real Mom Behind the Super Hero Mask
Most kids believe they have a super hero Mom at some point in their childhood. Who else can fight closet monsters and make pain go away with a kiss? The trouble with this vision is this: when do kids see…
Life Lately with Two Daughters // January 2020
It’s been quite some time since I talked about life lately with two daughters, (almost two years to be exact). Today I’m sharing a little bit about my daughters. Annabelle and Ailey are two years eight months apart, ages six…
5 Ways to Be a Strong Role Model for Your Daughter
Every parent wants to be a positive example for their children. Here are 5 ways to be a strong role model for your daughter (and son too!). Are you the type of woman you want your daughters to be when…
Why You Need Life Insurance to Protect Your Family
Thank you Vantis Life for sponsoring this post. Vantis Life Insurance makes it fun and easy to get life insurance and protect your family. My family and I are just a few months away from celebrating a big milestone: the purchase…
How to Wear a Jumpsuit from Day to Night
When you’re a busy Mom, there are days when you don’t have time for multiple outfit changes. When I have to find an outfit to wear from day to night, I look for something comfortable, classic, and stylish. Even though…
Ten Motherhood Posts
Happy Friday! In honor of Mother’s Day this weekend, I thought I would share ten popular motherhood posts on Confessions of a Northern Belle. Below you will find a round up of your favorites, as well as some of my…
How to Sleep Like a Kid
Do you ever wonder how to sleep like a kid? Soundly, peacefully, stretched across the bed without a care in the world? Here are some tips to sleep like a kid again. From the time my daughters were newborns until…
A Letter to Me Before You
Do you ever wonder how different your life would have been if the “Mom” version of you could have given advice before you had kids? I know it’s a weird idea to consider, but just picture a Back to the…
How to Keep Your Energy as a Busy Woman/Mom + Smoothie Recipe Featuring Nature’s Way Products
This blog post is sponsored by iHerb. Energy can be hard to muster after a long day when you’re a busy woman or a Mom. Some nights dinner comes from a drive through window and bath time is forgotten just…
The Trouble with Finding Friends As a Mom
Finding new friends when you’re a Mom isn’t all that easy, especially when you work from home. My daughters are the most important people in my life! I think there are a lot of reasons we all have trouble finding…
When Accidents Happen // Dealing with a Mother’s Guilt
Mother’s guilt is a natural consequence for wanting to be a good Mother to your children. However, there is nothing worse than feeling responsible when your child gets hurt or sick. I’ll never forget when Ailey went into anaphylaxis as…
