Parenting Stories Archives - Kirsten Oliphant

Piper at Eight Months

Has it really been 8 months since Piper joined our family, rounding us out at five kids? Clearly, YES. Back…
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Should We Celebrate Mother’s Day?

It’s a little crazy that I’m even writing this post. Should we celebrate Mother’s Day? That’s a debate?!? But it’s…
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The Best Fast Food for Family Travel

Family· Parenting Stories

I never thought I’d write a post about fast food. Especially not the best fast food for family travel. I’m…
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My Six Hospital Bag Must Haves

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I still remember being totally unprepared with a hospital bag for my first birth. In my defense, I was working…
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I Give You Permission

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We did something really, REALLY stupid two weeks ago. WE GOT A PUPPY. Now, before you get all PETA on…
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Hey, there! I'm Kirsten, but most people call me Kiki. I'm a mom to five kids, ages under 1 to almost 9.It's a little loud up in here.

I'm writing this blog for YOU. That's right-- you. If you're like me, you might be surrounded by a loud, wild life. It's hard sometimes, finding the joy in the midst of the crazy. That's my goal, but I fail a lot.

I'm a writer with an MFA in Fiction, but these days I run on blogs and coffee. In this space I keep it real about family and make delicious recipes in my messy kitchen. You can also find me at Create If Writing writing about creativity or interviewing writers, bloggers, and creatives. I'm so glad you're here!