A Mother's Life Journal https://amotherslifejournal.com Wed, 18 Mar 2026 08:49:39 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.9.4 https://amotherslifejournal.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/cropped-a-mothers-magazine-scaled-2-32x32.jpg A Mother's Life Journal https://amotherslifejournal.com 32 32 The Moment Your Child Stops Needing You (And Why It Hurts So Much) https://amotherslifejournal.com/2026/03/17/the-moment-your-child-stops-needing-you-and-why-it-hurts-so-much/ https://amotherslifejournal.com/2026/03/17/the-moment-your-child-stops-needing-you-and-why-it-hurts-so-much/#respond Tue, 17 Mar 2026 13:11:58 +0000 https://amotherslifejournal.com/?p=1416 There isn’t a single day when it happens. No announcement. No warning. Just a quiet shift that you feel deep in your heart. One day, your child needs you for everything. The next, they don’t. And somehow… you didn’t even notice when it changed. The moment your child stops needing you doesn’t arrive with a big milestone. It hides in the little things.

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]]> https://amotherslifejournal.com/2026/03/17/the-moment-your-child-stops-needing-you-and-why-it-hurts-so-much/feed/ 0 Surviving the Teenage Years: A Parent’s Guide to Eye Rolls, Attitude, and Empty Fridges https://amotherslifejournal.com/2026/03/12/surviving-the-teenage-years-a-parents-guide-to-eye-rolls-attitude-and-empty-fridges/ https://amotherslifejournal.com/2026/03/12/surviving-the-teenage-years-a-parents-guide-to-eye-rolls-attitude-and-empty-fridges/#respond Thu, 12 Mar 2026 13:20:10 +0000 https://amotherslifejournal.com/?p=1404 There are many phases of motherhood that test your patience: the sleepless newborn nights, the toddler tantrums in the grocery store, and the mysterious moment when your child discovers the word “no.” But nothing quite prepares you for living with a teenager. One day you’re packing lunch boxes and tying shoelaces. The next day you’re living with a tall human who eats like a competitive…

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]]> https://amotherslifejournal.com/2026/03/12/surviving-the-teenage-years-a-parents-guide-to-eye-rolls-attitude-and-empty-fridges/feed/ 0 Raising Twins: How to Survive (and Laugh) When You’re Outnumbered https://amotherslifejournal.com/2026/03/04/raising-twins-how-to-survive-and-laugh-when-youre-outnumbered/ https://amotherslifejournal.com/2026/03/04/raising-twins-how-to-survive-and-laugh-when-youre-outnumbered/#respond Wed, 04 Mar 2026 09:42:08 +0000 https://amotherslifejournal.com/?p=1383 So you found out you’re having twins. First came the ultrasound. Then came the silence. Then came the technician saying, “There’s another one.” And just like that, you were promoted from “Mom” to Chaos Coordinator of Two Humans Born on the Same Day. If you’re wondering how to survive raising twins without losing your sanity, your sleep, or your sense of humor — welcome.

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]]> https://amotherslifejournal.com/2026/03/04/raising-twins-how-to-survive-and-laugh-when-youre-outnumbered/feed/ 0 Easy Weeknight Dinner Ideas (That Won’t Make you Cry) https://amotherslifejournal.com/2026/02/26/easy-weeknight-dinner-ideas-that-wont-make-you-cry/ https://amotherslifejournal.com/2026/02/26/easy-weeknight-dinner-ideas-that-wont-make-you-cry/#respond Thu, 26 Feb 2026 08:09:36 +0000 https://amotherslifejournal.com/?p=1361 If you’ve ever stood in front of your fridge at 5:07 p.m. wondering how it’s already dinner time again, welcome. You are among friends. Here at amotherslifejournal.com, we believe that “What’s for dinner?” is less of a question and more of a daily jump scare. Between school pickups, work deadlines, laundry piles that reproduce like rabbits, and that one child who survives exclusively on beige…

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]]> https://amotherslifejournal.com/2026/02/26/easy-weeknight-dinner-ideas-that-wont-make-you-cry/feed/ 0 How to Use Technology to Save Money (Without Losing Your Mind) https://amotherslifejournal.com/2026/01/27/how-to-use-technology-to-save-money-without-losing-your-mind/ https://amotherslifejournal.com/2026/01/27/how-to-use-technology-to-save-money-without-losing-your-mind/#respond Tue, 27 Jan 2026 09:36:08 +0000 https://amotherslifejournal.com/?p=1335 Let’s be honest—being a woman or a mom often means you’re the unofficial CFO of the household. You manage groceries, bills, kids’ schedules, subscriptions you don’t remember signing up for, and somehow still get blamed when the Wi-Fi stops working. The good news? Technology can actually help you save money, not just drain it. And no, you don’t need to be “techy” or glued to your phone 24/7.

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]]> https://amotherslifejournal.com/2026/01/27/how-to-use-technology-to-save-money-without-losing-your-mind/feed/ 0 The Brutal, Beautiful Truth About Motherhood (And Why It Made Me a Stronger Woman) https://amotherslifejournal.com/2025/12/18/the-brutal-beautiful-truth-about-motherhood-and-why-it-made-me-a-stronger-woman/ https://amotherslifejournal.com/2025/12/18/the-brutal-beautiful-truth-about-motherhood-and-why-it-made-me-a-stronger-woman/#respond Thu, 18 Dec 2025 10:23:23 +0000 https://amotherslifejournal.com/?p=1177 Before I became a mother, I didn’t believe my life would change so radically. It was just a dream to complete my existence, to give my life some meaning, and a bunch of other silly things that were stuck in my head back then… so I had to become a mom at all costs. So many women had done it, why not me?? It’s a piece of cake — a simple walk in the park — because I (unlike many other unfit…

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]]> https://amotherslifejournal.com/2025/12/18/the-brutal-beautiful-truth-about-motherhood-and-why-it-made-me-a-stronger-woman/feed/ 0 The Healing Power of Women’s Friendships: Why We Need Our Soul-Sisters https://amotherslifejournal.com/2025/11/27/the-healing-power-of-womens-friendships-why-we-need-our-soul-sisters/ https://amotherslifejournal.com/2025/11/27/the-healing-power-of-womens-friendships-why-we-need-our-soul-sisters/#respond Thu, 27 Nov 2025 12:34:00 +0000 https://amotherslifejournal.com/?p=1114 There is something sacred about the bond between women. The long conversations over coffee, the shared laughter that instantly lightens the heart, the quiet understanding that needs no explanation—women’s friendships carry a unique kind of healing. They remind us that we’re not alone, that our feelings are valid, and that our stories deserve to be heard. In a world that constantly pulls women…

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]]> https://amotherslifejournal.com/2025/11/27/the-healing-power-of-womens-friendships-why-we-need-our-soul-sisters/feed/ 0 How to Stay Fit Without the Gym: Creative Ways to Stay Fit at Home https://amotherslifejournal.com/2025/11/18/how-to-stay-fit-without-the-gym-creative-ways-to-stay-fit-at-home/ https://amotherslifejournal.com/2025/11/18/how-to-stay-fit-without-the-gym-creative-ways-to-stay-fit-at-home/#respond Tue, 18 Nov 2025 08:48:02 +0000 https://amotherslifejournal.com/?p=1095 Usually your day starts at 6 in the morning and ends somewhere between 9 (at best) and 11 at night. In that time, when you have multiple roles and infinite responsibilities, you’ve accomplished the humanly impossible. You have walked or driven a few dozen kilometres, you have dealt with 324 different issues in the office and another 678 at home in the afternoon. So when your otherwise well…

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]]> https://amotherslifejournal.com/2025/11/18/how-to-stay-fit-without-the-gym-creative-ways-to-stay-fit-at-home/feed/ 0 How to Create a Self-Care Plan for Lasting Happiness https://amotherslifejournal.com/2025/02/14/how-to-create-a-self-care-plan-for-lasting-happiness/ https://amotherslifejournal.com/2025/02/14/how-to-create-a-self-care-plan-for-lasting-happiness/#respond Fri, 14 Feb 2025 12:43:13 +0000 https://amotherslifejournal.com/?p=1061 Self-care and happiness – are they cousins, best friends, or just awkwardly sitting next to each other at a family reunion, pretending they don’t know each other? You see, scientists have discovered that self-care is like a magical potion that boosts happiness levels. Imagine mixing a little bubble bath with a sprinkle of yoga and a dash of Netflix binge-watching—voila!

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]]> https://amotherslifejournal.com/2025/02/14/how-to-create-a-self-care-plan-for-lasting-happiness/feed/ 0 How to “Do-List” https://amotherslifejournal.com/2025/02/04/how-to-do-list/ https://amotherslifejournal.com/2025/02/04/how-to-do-list/#respond Tue, 04 Feb 2025 08:28:48 +0000 https://amotherslifejournal.com/?p=1021 First things first—what’s your weapon of choice? Paper? A fancy app? The back of a napkin? (no judgment there!) Choose your medium wisely. Something that suits your needs, fits your way of life and is easier for you to use and have with all the time. Just make sure that whenever a thought comes in mind, your list is easy to reach and fill in if needed. Preferably avoid leaving post-its all over…

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]]> https://amotherslifejournal.com/2025/02/04/how-to-do-list/feed/ 0 How to Live in the Moment and Enjoy Life (Without Freaking Out Over Spilled Coffee) https://amotherslifejournal.com/2024/09/07/how-to-live-in-the-moment-and-enjoy-life-without-freaking-out-over-spilled-coffee/ https://amotherslifejournal.com/2024/09/07/how-to-live-in-the-moment-and-enjoy-life-without-freaking-out-over-spilled-coffee/#respond Sat, 07 Sep 2024 22:52:28 +0000 https://amotherslifejournal.com/?p=994 So, you are trying to live in the moment, huh? Well, “living in the moment” sounds zen, but in reality, it’s more like trying to balance on a unicycle while juggling flaming bowling pins. But don’t worry – I’ve got some tips for enjoying life right now, even if your idea of “inner peace” is finding Wi-Fi in a crowded café. Life is unpredictable, kind of like your hair on a humid day.

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]]> https://amotherslifejournal.com/2024/09/07/how-to-live-in-the-moment-and-enjoy-life-without-freaking-out-over-spilled-coffee/feed/ 0 How to Deal with the “What Ifs” in your Life https://amotherslifejournal.com/2024/06/03/how-to-deal-with-the-what-ifs-in-your-life/ https://amotherslifejournal.com/2024/06/03/how-to-deal-with-the-what-ifs-in-your-life/#respond Mon, 03 Jun 2024 21:33:43 +0000 https://amotherslifejournal.com/?p=959 Sometimes those wonderful, endless nights come when you wake up in the middle of the night and find it hard to fall asleep or relax again because some strange thought is tormenting your mind. It’s when the “what ifs” of your life appears. Often it’s a simple, everyday thought about the course of the next day or the review of the previous one, like what food to cook tomorrow, what to wear to…

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]]> https://amotherslifejournal.com/2024/06/03/how-to-deal-with-the-what-ifs-in-your-life/feed/ 0 How to Fight Sleepiness at Work https://amotherslifejournal.com/2024/04/16/how-to-fight-sleepiness-at-work/ https://amotherslifejournal.com/2024/04/16/how-to-fight-sleepiness-at-work/#respond Tue, 16 Apr 2024 07:49:25 +0000 https://amotherslifejournal.com/?p=892 Do you often find yourself battling the urge to doze off during the day? We all know that juggling the demands of work and family can feel like battling a never-ending marathon, especially when sleepiness decides to crash the party. Whether it’s during work hours, while studying, or even when driving, dealing with sleepiness can be challenging and potentially dangerous. However…

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]]> https://amotherslifejournal.com/2024/04/16/how-to-fight-sleepiness-at-work/feed/ 0 How to Make Delicious Pancakes in Minutes https://amotherslifejournal.com/2024/04/08/how-to-make-delicious-pancakes-in-minutes/ https://amotherslifejournal.com/2024/04/08/how-to-make-delicious-pancakes-in-minutes/#respond Mon, 08 Apr 2024 08:21:55 +0000 https://amotherslifejournal.com/?p=872 Your life is full of responsibilities, the hours of the day are usually not enough to adequately support all the roles you carry out and when the night finally comes you can’t wait to pass out on your bed. Being in that phase means that, whatever it is that can save you some time, even a few minutes, is considered beneficial, often magical! There are always options and you don’t have to…

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