Author archive: Melissa Cruickshank

Until that darn stuffed animal entered the picture.

You are not the only one who has hard days. Keep going.

In my family, it comes in threes. Or fours. I’m worried about the effect its having on my daughter.

Here’s how (and how not) to treat your son’s fiance.

For this mom, the answer is very clear.

My daughter just had one, and she got the perfect gift. Until one of those tiny shoes goes missing.

My toddler has learned how. Sort of.

When we become moms, it just disappears.

I didn’t sign up for this.

It happened to me. Join the March for Babies Sunday.

I always said one day I’d get one. Now, not so much.

The best part? We split the cooking.

It’s no secret I want another child. But having only one has its upsides, too.

I find myself helping our house connect with prospective buyers.

Why exactly did I sign up to do this for my daughter’s day care?

Apparently, my daughter prefers poop in her pants. Awesome.

It’s my mom, hands down. I’m lucky.

Yes, please. Because that allows me to eat while my 2-year-old is entertained.

This time, the iPod Touch has my daughter – and me – in trouble at daycare.

Two toddlers fighting over a toy is hilarious – until it’s your own kid.