Work & Passions — The Happiest Home

Check Out My Birthday Present To Myself!

by Meagan Francis July 27, 2014

I started this blog – originally known as The Happiest Mom – five years ago last spring. Over the years, my life – and this blog – have changed a lot. I got a book deal based on the “happiest mom” concept, which led to growth and opportunities I never saw coming. I shifted from mostly writing for […]

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Anything Worth Doing Is Worth Doing … Poorly?

by Heather Caliri July 16, 2014

This post is by Heather Caliri, regular contributor to The Happiest Home and blogger at A Little Yes. Heather writes about saying “yes” to little things that scare us. You can read all her posts here. A few years ago, when I decided to start a professional blog, I realized something. Bloggers promote themselves. Promotion happens through […]

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Crafting, Kids, & Career with Nikki McGonigal PLUS Dressing For Your Skin Tone

by Meagan Francis June 11, 2014

Have you ever dreamed of turning your creative passion into a career? Or are you a crafter at heart who’s having a hard time staying organized and inspired around small children? You’ll love my interview today with crafter, blogger and educator (plus, TV personality!) Nikki McGonigal. Also, Shana of Ain’t No Mom Jeans is back […]

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5 Books I’ll Be Reading On Scribd This Summer (plus, a free subscription!)

by Meagan Francis June 11, 2014

This post is sponsored by Scribd. Want to have your own #ScribdSummer? You’ll find a code for a free three-month subscription at the end of this post. Happy Summer reading! Confession right up front: I am the worst at creating those “summer beach read” lists. I’m usually woefully behind on whatever the hot new book […]

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Go all in.

by Meagan Francis June 8, 2014

Every Sunday morning I share a moment from my week and something it illustrated about motherhood, family life, or simply being human. I invite you to set aside a moment out of your weekend for reflection and join me for Sunday Morning Tea. -Meagan A few months ago I pushed myself past my comfort level […]

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Creativity is Subversive.

by Heather Caliri May 28, 2014

This post is by Heather Caliri, regular contributor to The Happiest Home and blogger at A Little Yes. Heather writes about saying “yes” to little things that scare us. You can read all her posts here. I was embarrassed when my neighbors knocked on the door. I wasn’t sure if I’d combed my hair that morning, and […]

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Historical Motherhood Series: Betty Friedan

by Kristen May 16, 2014

Our Historical Motherhood series is back! We’re delighted as always to welcome Kristen Levithan, Happiest Home contributor and blogger at Motherese, with another profile of a mom who made history. You can read previous historical motherhood posts by clicking here. I remember exactly where I was when I first read Betty Friedan’s now 51-year-old firestarter, The Feminine Mystique. […]

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Two mothers. Two paths. Two real-life “Beyond Baby” stories. Podcast Episode 30

by Meagan Francis May 7, 2014

Have you ever marveled at how many different paths are open to us over the course of our lives? And that can lead to a lot of pressure – pressure to make the “right” choice, or fear of moving in the wrong direction. Way back in my early days of motherhood, I joined an online parenting […]

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a baby on my hip

by Meagan Francis April 28, 2014

I wrote this post a few years ago, but I was reminded of it today…and think it’s especially apropos as I prepare for the launch of Beyond Baby, which is all about taking the time to think about how you want your life to look as you emerge from the intense stage of caring for babies. […]

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