Christine Meggison
Christine Meggison is a speaker, an author and host of the Straight From the Heart(land) podcast.
She lives in Grimes, is married to husband Michael, and is the "World's Okay-est Mom" to three kids. In her free time, she likes reading fiction, coffee dates with friends, binge-watching tv, and naps.
Connect with Christine at christinemeggison.com.
6 Types of Summer Moms
I never used to like summer. It’s too hot and definitely too humid for my taste. Plus, I’ve always been partial to sweaters, jeans, and boots, none of which really fly in the summer...
Teenage Sleep Battles
I remember once when my husband was putting our youngest, who was age two at the time, down for a nap and he was whining (the kid, not the husband) about not wanting to...
My Evolution As A COVID-19 Mom
My approach to the COVID-19 situation has shifted dramatically since we embarked on this journey back in March. I started out uninformed and lackadaisical. But with each news report, governor’s press conference, and scientific...
Why I Love NCAA Tournament Season
It's my favorite time of year: Basketball Tournament Season. As a college basketball fan, there’s nothing better than watching 32 games in the first 48 hours of the NCAA tournament.
And now that my kids...
Can We Talk About Mom Guilt?
Can we please have a conversation about #MomGuilt? Because in my experience, Mom Guilt is not a small thing. It's a WHOLE THING!
Just last week I had a friend ask me to please pray...
Let’s Make Dr. King’s Dream Come True
The other day my sons were watching basketball on tv. I could hear him cheering in the other room, but stopped in my tracks when I heard him yell, “Come on black guy!”
Wait, what...
How Rediscovering My Love For Reading Made Me A Better Mom
I set out to read 52 books in 2019. My goal was to average one book per week. My hope was to give myself much needed self-care by getting lost in another world, flipping...
Soul Minimalism: Decluttering Your Mind
Decluttering is all the rage these days as people embrace minimalism in their homes, schedules, and lives. Among others, Marie Kondo inspires us to say thank you and goodbye to clutter, leaving only the...
Sports Injuries and Kids
In the past two months, our family has been seriously injury-prone.
My oldest son broke his collarbone riding a skateboard; my youngest son sprained his wrist playing soccer; and my daughter twisted her knee running...
Sports Parents: Are You Being A Good Fan?
Are your kids in sports? Chances are, the answer is yes. As a parent, are you a good fan? Sadly, many parents and adults, are NOT good fans.
Recently, the Iowa State High School Athletic...