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    Tired of feeling like there’s never enough money to go around?

    You’re not alone. Raising kids is expensive, and it’s easy to get caught up in spending on things that don’t actually improve your family’s future.

    But what if you could make your money work smarter—not just for today, but for years down the road?

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    Sick of sugar-coated parenting advice from people who clearly have a nanny, a housekeeper, and a Xanax prescription?

    Same. This is where we talk about the stuff no one posts in the baby book—meltdowns (theirs and ours), the mind games of modern motherhood, and how to survive it all without losing your sense of humor or yourself.

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    Is your “village” more like a ghost town—or worse, full of people who just don’t get it?

    Family life is messy, loud, and complicated. Whether you’re dealing with unequal labor, toxic relatives, or just trying to manage the daily logistics of raising humans, this is where we unpack it all—with honesty, sarcasm, and a few hard-earned hacks to make the chaos run smoother.

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    Tired of self-care advice that assumes you have time, money, or a childcare backup?

    This is wellness for the rest of us—mental, physical, and emotional. Real talk about burnout, hormone chaos, feeding yourself like a grown adult, and finding ways to feel human again even if you haven’t peed alone in weeks.

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    Wondering if you’re screwing your kid up or just doing your best in a broken system?

    Whether you’re navigating screen time wars, school decisions, or parenting with intention in a world full of noise, this space offers practical guidance, child development insight, and reminders that growth—yours and theirs—isn’t supposed to be linear or perfect.

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    Exhausted by “must-have” lists that are clearly just sponsored trash?

    I test what’s actually worth your money and your mental energy—from strollers to sanity-saving gadgets to services that claim to make your life easier. If it’s a waste of space, I’ll call it out. If it’s gold, you’ll hear about it here first.

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Best Bottles & Sippy Cups I’d Buy Again (and Ones That Were a Total Waste)

On a mission to find the one sippy cup that won’t leak all over your couch. After way too many Amazon returns, I’ve narrowed down which baby bottles and sippy cups are actually worth buying—and which ones made me want to throw in the trash. If you’re tired of mystery puddles and bottles that take an engineering degree to clean, this is for you.

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Health and Wellness Felicia Roberts Health and Wellness Felicia Roberts

Why Won’t My Baby Stop Crying? And Other Middle-of-the-Night Parenting Mysteries, Solved

Parenting is basically one long Google search. But the internet is a minefield of conflicting advice, panic-inducing forums, and that one terrifying WebMD result that has you spiraling. So, I’ve gathered the most searched parenting questions—like why your baby spits up like a mini volcano, when kids finally sleep through the night, and whether that fever is worth freaking out over. Get the answers you actually need—minus the guilt, judgment, or pressure to be a perfect parent.

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Education and Development Felicia Roberts Education and Development Felicia Roberts

Best Ways to Teach Kids Responsibility And How to Make Chores Fun

Tired of feeling like the unpaid maid in your own home? Somewhere along the way, chores became optional, and kids started acting like guests instead of family members. But guess what? Helping out isn’t a punishment—it’s life. From toddlers to teens, here’s how to raise kids who actually contribute to the household (without constant nagging or bribery). Because last time we checked, scrubbing a toilet won’t ruin their childhood—but never learning how just might.

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Parenting Real Talk Felicia Roberts Parenting Real Talk Felicia Roberts

The Secret to Not Losing Your Mind as a Parent (It’s Not Another Routine)

Every parenting tip out there swears that structure and routine are the keys to sanity—but what if that’s a lie? No amount of color-coded calendars will change the fact that toddlers are tiny chaos machines. If you’re exhausted from carrying the mental load of your household while society tells you it’s still not enough, it’s time for a reality check. Here are the real secrets to keeping your sanity as a parent—no extra planning required.

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Overrated Baby Products You Don’t Need & How To Entertain Toddlers Without Toys

Tired of the pressure to buy every “must-have” toy? Discover what toys babies need and which ones toddlers actually play with. Explore how ditching the pricey gadgets fosters creativity, motor skills, emotional growth, and responsibility. Learn how involving your toddler in mundane tasks not only saves money but also sets them up for lifelong success — all while creating priceless memories.

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