So, you’ve joined the Aunt or Uncle Club—welcome! Your honorary title comes with plenty of perks: unlimited hugs, occasional babysitting bribes, and the lifelong job of spoiling your favorite tiny human. But let’s be real… gift-giving is tricky. Do you go sweet? Funny? Practical? Not-so-practical but totally adorable? The pressure is real. Luckily, I’ve rounded […]
I’ll never forget the day I realized I was about to become a first-time aunt. Sure, I’d been called “aunt” by my friends’ kids or distant relatives, but nothing compared to the thrill of becoming an aunt to my own siblings’ children–at past forty (starting to worry a bit about my back here). When my
Announcement: “You’re Going to Be a First-Time Aunt!” Read Post »
Congrats—you’re about to become an aunt! 🎉 Translation: your life just got a lot more fun (and a little stickier). Whether you’re counting down the days until your niece or nephew arrives or you’re already in full baby-snuggle mode, welcome to the greatest unpaid gig you’ll ever love. In this guide, you’ll find practical tips,
New Aunt: A Beginner’s Guide to Aunt-ing Like a Pro Read Post »
When I became an aunt for the first time, something inside me shifted. Suddenly, I wasn’t just the one who brought snacks and questionable dance moves to family gatherings — I was the aunt. The kind of aunt who wanted to give her niece and nephew something more lasting than a sugar rush. That’s how
Writing an eBook for Children: A Personal Journey (With a Few Laughs Along the Way) Read Post »
