Let’s be honest, introducing baby finger foods is nerve-wracking, not to mention so much freaking work. The mental load of this process is daunting. You wonder: How do I know when they are ready? What foods are safe? What if they struggle to chew it? Can I give them what I’m eating? Do they really […]

Hiya Bedtime Essentials vs. Zarbee’s Gentle Bedtime Gummies vs. Olly Kids Sleep Bedtime struggles with my toddlers is real. And it’s somehow become a marathon of negotiations, storytelling, one more snack requests, and exhausting attempts to get both my kids to sleep, especially my son. 😫 So, I recently decided to explore kids sleep support […]

This past summer I noticed two things: my water intake was embarrassingly low and my skin felt drier than ever. I’m always pretty intentional about my health, but between meetings or running after my kids, I often forget to drink water throughout the day. And plain water is boring IMO, making it easier to let […]

As a pediatric dietitian and mom of three littles under five, I’m no stranger to the struggles of picky eating. It’s a common phase kids go through as they explore boundaries and flex their independence. But when it comes to nutrition, there are certain nutrients that matter more than others, like iron, which is the […]

I try my best to create healthy habits for my kids—but TBH, it’s never perfect. I buy quality groceries, meal prep when I can, research every non-toxic baby product, and make time for exercise, daily dog walks, and mindfulness. But I’m also not about to stress over making sure every meal is perfectly balanced or […]

Picture this: The kids are finally tucked into bed, the chaos of the day is tidied away, and you’re faced with the nightly ritual of packing school lunches. While I love cooking, there are moments—especially when it’s lunch prep time—when I just want a quick fix to get something healthy packed and give myself a […]

Life with two toddlers is nonstop, and between juggling work, opening another Pilates studio in California, and keeping up with everyday chaos, dinner often sneaks up on me. By 5 p.m., my kids are starving (hello, hangries!). And I’ve come to accept this isn’t the season of life where I have perfectly prepared dinners on […]

I became a mom earlier than most of my friends, so when they started having kids, they often came to me for advice. So, when I found myself constantly saying the same things to my friends, I thought, why not put it all together in one place? So, here are a second-time mom’s top 10 […]

Deciding to leave your job after maternity leave—for a new role or a pause—is a big, emotional choice. There’s plenty of debate about making big career moves after having a baby. But those first few months bring fresh perspective and clarity. For me, the decision to change jobs became clear after returning from my first […]

If your kids are anything like mine, you’ve probably gone head-to-head in more than a few picky eating battles. Whether it’s food being launched across the room, or the all-too-familiar “I’m not hungry” (despite them having asked for a snack five minutes ago), it feels like a never-ending fight. Seriously, if pasta was a food […]

There’s a lot I love about winter—the cozy sweaters, lingering for an extra moment when I can over a warm cup of coffee, watching my kids race around the park in their cute puffy jackets that we whip out sometimes in San Francisco. But to be honest, it’s also the time when everyone seems to […]

Flying with a baby can feel overwhelming—from figuring out what to pack to getting through security with all the gear and hoping for a smooth nap at 30,000 feet. And between the schedules, the unpredictability, and the sheer amount of stuff… It’s a lot. After countless flights (and a fair share of in-air mishaps) with […]

Which prenatal vitamin is the best? The first time I found out I was pregnant, I did what so many of us do—I frantically grabbed a random prenatal off the shelf at Target and called it a day. Then I stuck with it throughout my entire pregnancy. I didn’t think much about ingredients, quality, or […]

The moment the kids walk through the door after school, I can feel the bedtime dread creeping in. It’s pure chaos—whining, crying, refusing to go to bed, the “just one more snack” and that last-minute burst of energy when they’re running wild, doing everything except calming down or relaxing. Desperate for a smoother evening routine, […]