Author Archives: Kelly Flannigan

Inside & Out: The Online Guide to Imaginative Play

Sometimes, I am not sure what to do to entertain my toddler after a nap.  Sometimes, I don’t know what to do with an entire Thursday.   For some moms, entertaining their small children comes easily; but I have to work … read more

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Just For Me: September Angst for Moms!

I haven’t been a student for over a decade; I am not a teacher; my daughter is not even school aged; and yet, every September I feel that something is beginning.  With this comes a sense of anticipation and trepidation, … read more

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Just For Me: Making Time for Your Partner-Good for Everyone!

Finding time for anyone other than the kids can be tricky, but it’s important for your relationships and for you. Here are a few ideas on how to set aside time for you and your partner: Prioritizing a proper chat: … read more

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Making “Me” Time

FIVE WAYS TO ORGANIZE SELF-CARE If you are like me, once you became a mom, “self-care” – seeing to your personal needs and interests – became a distant memory.  Sometimes, it seems like more effort than it’s worth to take time … read more

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