Motherhood

Motherhood Other Parenting 

American Politics & Why I Fear For My Daughter

July 25, 2016 Kimberly Zapata politics, presidential election, raising girls, raising kids

I don’t admit this often but I’m afraid. Today, I am very, VERY afraid. I fear for myself and for

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Motherhood Parenting 

I Will Read My Daughter’s Diary, If I Have To

July 19, 2016July 19, 2016 Kimberly Zapata childhood, health & wellness, raising kids

Last month, I had the honor and privilege of hearing Sue Klebold speak at Mental Health America’s annual conference. (And if

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Depression Mental Health Motherhood Parenting 

How Playing House Revealed The Severity Of My Depression

June 22, 2016May 31, 2016 Kimberly Zapata childhood, mental illness, relationships

I watched my daughter futz around in her “kitchen:” She was grabbing plates and cups. She put bananas in the

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Motherhood Parenting 

Having Kids Showed Me What My Mom Gave Up For Me

May 6, 2016May 5, 2016 Kimberly Zapata childhood, childhood memories, memories, nostalgia

From 12 to 18, my mom and I had a tumultuous relationship. In her defense, I was a total brat

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Motherhood Parenting 

To The Mother Whose Child Is “Throwing A Tantrum”

April 28, 2016May 1, 2016 Kimberly Zapata friendship, moms, relationships, support

Last weekend, my husband and I went out to lunch. Well, my husband, myself, AND our two-year-old daughter. It wasn’t a birthday

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Motherhood Parenting 

Stopping To Smell The Roses — And Play In Puddles

April 15, 2016April 29, 2016 Kimberly Zapata childhood, children, family

Last week, it rained. It wasn’t a big storm, and it didn’t last long, but it was just enough: enough

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Motherhood Parenting 

What My Toddler Taught Me About Motherhood

April 7, 2016May 1, 2016 Kimberly Zapata

“No, Mom; go ‘way!” Her words cut me. I was sure she didn’t mean them; she is two-years-old and her

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