The Family of One Child

Send us Fan Mail Sirens hit different when your kid is watching and asking a thousand questions. One minute you’re doing a calm fire station tour, and the next you’re seeing firefighters and paramedics move with total focus as they roll out on a real call. That moment is powerful for kids and honestly for us as parents, because it turns “helpers” from a cartoon idea into real people your child can trust. I walk through how you book a fire station visit for a local parent group, what to...

Send us Fan Mail I talk about the moment I realized my daughter was growing up and how her curiosity about feminine products nudged me toward preparing for the period conversation. I share stories from my own childhood, the experience of raising an only child, and why I wanted my daughter to feel prepared instead of confused. You’ll also hear real comments from other moms and the heart behind The Period Book Ice-Breaker Mom and Daughter Series. In this episode, we talk about: • How to ease in...

Send us Fan Mail Welcome back to The Family of One Child. In this episode, I dive into the reality of some midlife moms may face: the overlap of perimenopause and parenting exhaustion. If you’ve ever asked yourself, “Why am I so tired all the time? Is it just me, or do other moms feel this too?” you’re not alone. I share funny, real-life triathlon stories (yes, I did three in my late 30s before becoming a mama!) and highlight comments from other moms navigating perimenopause while raising kid...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode of The Family of One Child, I share our personal journey of choosing to be “one and done.” I also read comments from other moms, some that resonate with me, and others that offer a different lens. Together, I explore the joys, the worries, and the cultural pressure that often surrounds this choice. This episode is about honoring your own path, tuning out judgment, and celebrating the fullness of raising one child with your whole heart. Support the show L...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode of The Family of One, I talk about something I didn’t think I’d experience at this stage of parenting: my 8-year-old daughter finding two of my comfiest hoodies and wearing them like they were made for her. I’m 49 years young, a generous size, and honestly thought we’d be sharing hair clips and scarves, not actual clothes. But there she was, cozy and confident in my hoodies, and I was unexpectedly emotional about it. It reminded me that some parenting moments ...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode of The Family of One, I share how we’re using chores to build purpose and financial awareness at home. Instead of saying yes to every toy or makeup request, I’ve been learning to say “no” (or “not right now”), and helping my child work toward meaningful goals by earning and saving. It’s a shift that’s teaching both of us: money can be a tool for growth, not just instant gratification. And yes, I even talk about the Tooth Fairy, like that one time I didn’t have...

Send us Fan Mail In this heartfelt episode of The Family of One, I’m joined by my fabulous sister Maureen, my go-to for parenting wisdom and real-life perspective. Together, we unpack two of the most searched questions parents ask: 1 How do I teach my child to share? 2. How do I manage screen time? We explore what these questions really mean in everyday life, share our own parenting stories, and offer gentle, practical insights for moms of only children navigating these topics. Whe...

Send us Fan Mail In Episode 20 of The Family of One, I dive into some of the top parenting questions people search online, and answer them from my perspective as a mom of an only child. From “How do I get my child to sleep through the night?” to “What are the best ways to discipline a child?”, I share some funny and relatable stories and moments and introduce my very first guest. If you’ve ever Googled parenting advice or just needed a little reassurance in your journey, this episode is for y...