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Jesus Literally Took the Wheel…A Story Every Mom (and the People Who Love Her) Needs to Read

May 12, 2026momonthegoinholytoledo

Red. Fire. Alert. Danger. Halt. Stop. Wait.

“STEERING FAULT. SERVICE IMMEDIATELY.”

Why Predictable Car Maintenance Matters More When You Have Kids

May 11, 2026momonthegoinholytoledo

Looking back on the times before having kids, the priorities were different. Things like car maintenance were something you handled whenever you “got around to it.” Missing an oil change by a few weeks wasn’t a big deal, nor was noticing a strange light come on in the dashboard. But once the kids came, the car became more than just transportation. It became a crucial part of the lifestyle, enabling school drop-offs, time at sports practices, doctor’s appointments, and more.

Common Breastfeeding Myths New Parents Should Ignore

February 10, 2026momonthegoinholytoledo

New parents hear a flood of advice about breastfeeding, and much of it comes wrapped in confident myths. Friends, relatives, and even strangers love to share “rules” that sound convincing but rarely match real life. These common breastfeeding myths can add pressure during a time that already feels overwhelming. Learning to spot misinformation helps parents trust their instincts and focus on what actually supports a healthy feeding relationship.

When Daycare Stops Feeling Safe: Trusting Your Instincts as a Parent

January 8, 2026January 8, 2026momonthegoinholytoledo

The first time a daycare feels wrong, it’s rarely because of one big moment. It’s smaller than that. A hesitation at drop-off that wasn’t there before. A quiet ride home. A child who used to rush inside now clings to your leg like something has shifted.

It’s Okay to Not Be Okay: A Letter to Parents Entering Winter Break

December 18, 2025momonthegoinholytoledo

As I walked out of my classroom door on the last day with students before winter break, it hit me like a tidal wave. The kind that comes out of nowhere, knocks the wind out of you, and leaves you standing there wondering how something invisible can feel so heavy. I was suddenly flooded with emotion, so much so that I didn’t even know where to begin processing it. All I knew was that I needed to make it to my car before the waterworks started.

Count Me In as Your Plus-One, Always!

November 25, 2025November 30, 2025momonthegoinholytoledo

I get asked this a lot: “How do you get your kids to actually go to Mass or church?” And honestly, it’s not a one-size-fits-all answer. But here’s the truth: it starts young. I’ve been taking my children to church since they were toddlers, starting with my firstborn, and the key has always been modeling faith in real life.

Ten Tips for Raising a Teenager

November 20, 2025momonthegoinholytoledo

By a Mom Who Blinked and Somehow Ended Up With a 20-Year-Old

I Barely Survived the Group Text: Parenting Teens on Empty

November 7, 2025momonthegoinholytoledo

It’s about half an hour before the end of the workday. My brain is fried, my to-do list is laughing at me, and I’m just trying to wrap things up when, ding!, the first text rolls in.

The Most Important Job We’ll Ever Have: Why I Took My Daughter on a ‘Parent Review’ Weekend in…

October 28, 2025October 28, 2025momonthegoinholytoledo

As parents, we spend so much of our lives worrying about our jobs. We obsess over performance reviews, deadlines, and what our boss or HR might think. We juggle meetings, manage projects, and bend over backward to prove our worth at work, all while balancing the never-ending responsibilities that come with raising a family.

Living Womanhood and Motherhood with Faith: A God-First Journey for Families

August 6, 2025momonthegoinholytoledo

There’s something beautifully sacred about the journey of womanhood and motherhood. It’s more than just biology or a job title; it’s a calling filled with heart, strength, grace, and a constant stream of lessons. In the fast-paced, often chaotic world we live in, faith can be the grounding force that brings peace, purpose, and clarity to a woman’s role as a nurturer and guide.