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Hello! I’m Natalie. And I’m so happy you’re here! I’m a writer and contributor for The Today Show, HuffPo and Parents Magazine, among other outlets. I’m also an Emmy-nominated producer, and previously worked for Us Weekly, Talk magazine, HarperCollins, Bertelsmann and The Hallmark Channel. In addition to writing and producing, I consult for other business owners…
Read MoreLiving with Depression
My boyfriend of a few months had just broken up with me. I put on my Timmy T tape and paced around my bedroom, bawling my eyes out. I was thirteen. Every teen experiences angst, mood swings and has their share of dramatic moments, but looking back now I see it all differently. And there’s…
Read MoreLilly’s 6th Birthday
I often find one thing that strikes inspiration and I form the entire party around it. It was true with the love balloon for Lilly’s garden party and the adventure plates for Oliver’s happy camper one. When I found these reusable ice balls, I knew I had my next theme. They were perfect for Lilly’s…
Read MoreNapa & Sonoma
Up until a month ago, I’d never been to Napa before. And I lived in California for close to three years. Don’t judge me. In fairness, we were planning to be there for life so we thought there was plenty of time and, even as a newlywed, I was married to my career, which didn’t…
Read MoreLilly’s Battle with Anxiety
For awhile, I thought my legacy with this blog would be writing about miscarriage (surviving, moving on, conception) or struggling to breastfeed (breast is best follow up). But, these days, I think it might be shedding light on mental health, including my battle with depression and Lilly’s severe anxiety. I’m continually amazed at how many…
Read MoreGuest Blog: How New Motherhood Affected My Marriage
One of the elements of my job that I find most fulfilling is connecting with other women, particularly mothers, hearing their stories and sharing them for the benefit of us all. Emily of Mamacoaster reached out to me several years ago and has been such a supportive voice in my life. I’m honored to finally be…
Read MoreHoliday Kids’ Table
Christmas Eve is a week from today! Did that creep up or what? I was feeling in good shape at the beginning of the month, blinked and we’re mid-month already. How did that happen? If you’re like me and feel like you’re scrambling for ideas, out of time, energy and money… Allow me to help!…
Read MoreColor Factory New York
I’ve been a longtime fan of Jordan Ferney and her blog, Oh Happy Day, often sourcing their shop for our parties, listened to her speak at Alt Summit and contemplated taking a trip to her hometown of San Francisco simply to check out The Color Factory. Sadly, I never made it but, no fear, there was already…
Read MoreHappy Camper
As I mentioned in Lilly’s party post, she hijacked her brother’s birthday theme and I’m so glad she did. I ended up loving our second option so much more. Since Oliver is always in a good mood, so smiley and chill, I went with a happy camper theme, which fit perfectly for summer. I’d, obviously,…
Read MoreNursery Reveal
Over a year ago, I posted Ollie’s inspiration board for his nursery. We had yet to move, it was all ahead of us and I couldn’t wait to decorate his first room. More importantly, I was so excited (and anxious) about his arrival after a bit of a rough road. Well, we all know he’s…
Read MoreHow We’re Helping Lilly Through a Tough Time
Lilly was a super star baby. Slept through the night at 8 weeks and continued to sleep like a champ, taking epic naps in addition to her full nights, ate well, played well… we really never had one problem with her (beyond some GI issues) and I still thought it was hard! Then she hit 22…
Read More#MeToo: My Experience with Sexual Harassment in the Workplace
Harvey Weistein was my first boss. It was 2001. My first job out of college and I landed a coveted spot at critically acclaimed Talk Magazine, a joint venture between Hearst and (Weinstein’s then) Miramax Films. I was an assistant, supporting the HR manager, CFO and daily operations of the magazine. My main duties consisted…
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