Here’s why (and how) you can live this Lent with Pope Leo
These four books will bring you extra close to our Holy Father this Lent ... and perhaps make you feel hopeful and free.
Cecilia Pigg
Cecilia Pigg is a writer, wife, and mother who enjoys oceans, mountains, and prairies (in that order). She does not enjoy raw onion, folding clothes, or closed-toed shoes.
Latest articles by Cecilia Pigg
A baby step toward a better marriage: How to stop nagging
My “quit nagging” protocol involves two steps and it's a ticket to a happier relationship all around.
Rhymes and ditties that help my parenting
It turns out that setting simple behavior cues to music helps children remember rules and helps adults enforce them calmly.
Beyond baby showers: Have you heard of these ideas?
While it's typical to have a baby shower for a first-time mom, there are many more options and ways to celebrate more babies!
4 Simple strategies to cope with overwhelm
For everyone in a busy stage or season of life -- and who isn't? -- complete overwhelm might seem just one more struggle away. A solution, though, might be surprisingly simple.
A different way to look at postpartum challenges
Two perspectives are helping me navigate this unique period with a more positive outlook.
Parenting littles: 5 Screen-free ideas to get a few quiet minutes
I polled friends for screen-free ideas that work for them as temporary "baby-sitters."
3 Simple practices to stop cycles of anxiety
A few basic practices can help you find peace and put your life back on track when you find yourself worrying excessively about problems.
3 Comforting Bible verses for those experiencing miscarriage
Here are three verses from the Bible that can strengthen your faith and bring consolation when you have experienced the loss of a baby.
4 Fun and family-friendly hobbies and activities
Engaging in hobbies and activities together as a family builds mutual interests, makes life together more fun and interesting, and builds family bonds.
How to take a hibernation day this winter
There's no day like a snow day! Here are three suggestions for surviving wintry weather by giving yourself a hibernation break.
This type of prayer helps me understand my husband better
Praying as a couple from the heart may feel awkward at first, but it can help bring greater clarity and compassion to your relationship.
How to love your neighbor during the winter months
If you have neighbors who have to hibernate during the winter for safety reasons, now is a great time to check in on them and see how they are holding up.
Embracing where you are for the new year
I like the incentive to change your life somehow in the New Year, but I want to try something different in the coming 12 months.
How to find baby Jesus in your Christmas celebration
Though you may not immediately recognize his presence, Jesus will be there with you this Christmas in all of your circumstances, good and bad.
Prep your house for Christmas guests with the O Antiphons
The O Antiphons are short prayers that ask God to come to us. They are a great way to prepare to receive Jesus and your other Christmas guests.
Having lots of small kids is chaotic, messy, and beautiful
Our growing number of children has tested my limits, but moments of physical and mental exhaustion are outweighed by moments of extraordinary beauty.
This Advent, prepare for the birth of Jesus as Mary did
We often think of the journey to Bethlehem purely in terms of the images we see on Christmas cards, but the reality was probably more challenging.
5 Ways to get to know your boyfriend or girlfriend better
Deepening a dating relationship and discerning if you are meant to be together can be a challenge. Here are some practical ideas that may help.
3 Steps to great conversations during you next girls’ night
If you’re having a girls’ night and want to avoid the pitfalls of gossip or dullness, these questions and topics can add a lively spark to your get-together.