I’ve always loved the energy of back-to-school season. Fresh notebooks, fresh goals, and maybe… a little fresh stress.

Whether you’re sending a kindergartener to their first day or prepping a college student for move-in weekend, this time of year often comes with a long list and a short fuse on you...

I’m turning 40 this week.

If you’d told me at 20—or even 30—where my life would be today, I’m not sure I would’ve believed you. I’m raising kind kids, building a mission-driven business, helping people change their financial futures, and learning to live with more peace and purpose.

I’m not perfec...

Let’s talk about one of the most important—and most avoided—money conversations out there:

👉🏽 What’s the plan if something happens to Mom or Dad?

For many of us in our 30s and 40s, the financial conversation we’re not having is the one that matters most. Our parents are getting older, their needs ...

Here’s the truth: I love a good vacation.

I also know how fast a “budget-friendly” family trip can spiral into something that costs more than a month’s rent and leaves everyone exhausted.

The goal isn’t just to go somewhere. It’s to come back feeling recharged, not regretful—financially and emotio...

Graduation season always makes me a little emotional. Whether you're the one tossing your cap or you're cheering for someone who is, this moment is huge.

If college is the next stop on your journey (or your child’s), you’re likely juggling excitement and anxiety—especially when it comes to money.

Being a military spouse means being a master of reinvention.

On average, military families move every 2.7 years—and with every new duty station, I’ve had to rebuild: my network, my child care plan, my community… and my career identity.

I wasn’t just switching jobs—I was constantly re-evaluating wh...

Summer is here—and so is the pressure to fill every day with picture-perfect adventures.

But the best summer memories don’t require a big budget. In fact, some of the richest moments come from simple traditions, meaningful celebrations, and time well spent.

This week, I want to share a few ways to...

I was about three years old when I staged my first financial protest.

It happened in a parking lot after a long morning of errands. Tired, hungry, and full of preschool-sized drama, I threw myself into full-blown tears with one singular goal: crispy fries from McDonald’s.

“I want McDonald’s!” I so...

It’s June—which means we’re already halfway through the year. 😳
If that made your stomach flip a little, you’re not alone.

But this check-in isn’t about shame, hustle, or playing catch-up. It’s about curiosity. It’s about taking a breath, looking at your money with fresh eyes, and giving yourself p...

Every May 29th, we celebrate 529 Day—a day dedicated to raising awareness about 529 plans, one of the most powerful (and underused) tools for building a child’s educational future.

As a public health expert, financial wellness strategist, and mom, I know the ripple effects education—and student de...

Every decision we make costs something—time, money, or energy. And during summer, when everything speeds up and slows down at the same time, knowing how to spend each currency is a game-changer.

And with Memorial Day weekend around the corner, it’s the perfect chance to practice.

⏳ Time

You don’t...

Let’s be real—summer can get expensive fast.

Between travel, kids’ camps, rising electric bills, and more Target runs than you’d like to admit, summer can sneak up on your wallet.

But with a little planning (and some boundaries), you can create a summer that’s both fun and financially grounded.

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