A Can Do Mom

  For a long time, being a stay-at-home mom was the norm for women. Over the years, that has changed, and more women are choosing to pursue careers alongside raising families. And that’s great! But it has also created a subtle stigma: the idea that moms who maintain careers have skills that stay-at-home moms somehow lack. That’s the stigma I want to challenge today. Because the truth is, stay-at-home moms have skills too. Plenty of them. Some might even rival those of seasoned professionals in the workplace. So let’s talk about just a few of the many valuable skills stay-at-home moms bring to the table: 1. Communication and Negotiation In most workplaces, communication is a key ingredient to success. But in the world of motherhood, it’s essential for survival. Stay-at-home moms communicate constantly with their kids, teachers, doctors, coaches, and other parents. Over time, this day-in, day-out practice sharpens their ability to express themselves clearly, listen actively, and mana...

Everyone has expenses they need to cover, and bills have a way of piling up quickly. But as important as it is to pay for those things, it’s just as important to have savings in place for the times you might not be able to. Savings is a financial safety net, and one day, you’ll likely be very glad it’s there. Even if nothing major happens to stop your income, life is still full of unexpected expenses. And if you’ve built up your savings, you won’t have to panic when those moments come. Just as importantly, knowing that money is there if you need it gives you peace of mind something that’s truly priceless. So today I’m sharing ten practical ways to save money that I’ve learned along my own financial journey. These are the tips and habits that have made the biggest difference for me and my family. 1. Track Your Spending Before you can make a plan to save money, you have to know where it’s currently going. Tracking your spending is the foundation for building a real, workable budget....

In this post I want to talk about something I think is really important to have—especially if you're a one-income family or if one of your income earners is self-employed—and that’s an emergency fund . Emergency funds have been talked about a lot, especially by the big-name money gurus. And honestly, I get it—you might be tired of hearing about them. Maybe you’ve thought, “We’re just trying to get by. How am I supposed to set aside money we don’t have?” I’ve been there. Trust me. But I’m here to say that even if it takes time, even if it feels impossible in the beginning, you can build one—and you should . A lot of experts recommend starting with a $1,000 emergency fund and then jumping into paying off debt. In theory, that’s a great starting point. But in real life? That number didn’t stretch far enough for our situation. And this is why I always say—yes, listen to advice from people who’ve studied this stuff—but you know your life best. You have to make a plan that actually wo...

  Potty training can feel terrifying for a lot of parents. Teaching your child to talk, walk, and play? That’s the fun stuff. But teaching them to pee or poop somewhere other than their diaper? Now that’s scary. But don’t worry it really doesn’t have to be overwhelming, frustrating, or stressful. The secret is knowing how to approach it with the right mindset and a few helpful tips. I’ve potty trained two kids (with one being way tougher than the other, more on that later 😉), and here’s what I’ve learned. Timing Is Everything And I’m not talking about society’s timeline or your neighbor’s or your mother-in-law’s. I’m talking about your child’s timeline. More important than their age is whether they’re ready . Trying to force potty training before your child is developmentally prepared can turn a short process into a months-long battle. Many children show signs of readiness somewhere between 18–24 months, but some are closer to 3 years old and that’s completely normal . S...