Talya Knable, Author at JMORE

Taking Care of Yourself Makes You a Better Parent

by Talya Knable | Feb 20, 2020 | Blogs, Blogs & Opinion, The Parenting Place

I know what you must be thinking. Another post about self-care? That’s right! Another post about self-care. Because it is that important! Especially for moms, practicing self-care is not only important, it is vital. It makes you a better parent in so many ways. But...

Getting Past the Picture-Perfect

by Talya Knable | Feb 13, 2020 | Blogs, Blogs & Opinion, The Parenting Place

With my daughter Leigh starting school last week (and she is LOVING it, I know you all have been wondering), I have caught myself reflecting back on what it was like when my son Jack started school. As any parent of more than one kid knows, there are going to be some...

Mixed Emotions about Letting Go

by Talya Knable | Feb 6, 2020 | Blogs, Blogs & Opinion, The Parenting Place

My baby girl, Leigh, started preschool this week, and to say I’ve had mixed emotions about it would be an understatement. Getting ready for her first day on Monday, Feb. 3, she was so excited. We packed her lunch together and picked out the outfit she would wear. Of...

What I Learned as a Second-Time Mom

by Talya Knable | Jan 30, 2020 | Blogs, Blogs & Opinion, The Parenting Place

Having a child was a life-changing experience. As is the case with many new moms, I had no idea about what to expect and really struggled to know what I was supposed to do. I turned to friends for help, and read every blog I could think of in search of the parenting...

Changing Your Perspective Can be a Sobering Lesson

by Talya Knable | Jan 23, 2020 | Blogs, Blogs & Opinion, The Parenting Place

It’s all about perspective. In the world of social media sharing and reality TV, it’s impossible not to pay attention to what everyone around you seems to be doing. After all, they are constantly putting it in our faces. And while there is of course value in these...