Autumn Jones

It's been said that it's not the size of the boat that matters, but the motion of the ocean that counts. And who would argue with this statement: it's not about the size of the tool, but how you use it. Sayings like these have been making the same…

Fall has all the makings of the perfect season: boots, pumpkins, holidays, scarves, and bonfires. But there is only one flaw that comes with fall: daylight saving time (DST). Not only does DST mean you'll be walking out of work into darkness, it…

After giving birth your body needs time to heal and jumping back into sex too quickly can mean unwanted complications and waves of burning pain. This is only made more annoying when you're feeling horny as hell. Instead of pouting about not being…

Wondering if you're pregnant can make even the most patient person squirm with anticipation. In order to know for certain that you have a bun in the oven, however, you need to know how to take a pregnancy test to ensure the most accurate results.…

When it comes to mother-in-laws, I hit the jackpot. I'm happy to say that we have a wonderful relationship and are both very clear on how the other person feels. But I have enough friends to know that this is not always a common occurrence. A number…

Pregnancy makes you crave more than cheeseburgers and avocado. As the trimesters tick by, moms-to-be may notice an increase in their sex drive and a desire to get it on. So you should indulge when the mood strikes, because once the baby arrives your…

As a parent, you invest a lot of time and energy strategizing how to protect your child from harm and danger. Keeping your little one safe means being prepared for common situations that pose possible risks to your child's wellbeing. If you've ever…

It's easy to see how the hormonal changes in pregnancy and childbirth affect a new mother's sex drive as well as her O factor, but you don't hear as much about the ways having a baby alters the sex life of new dads. At first glance, it appears that…

Whether they're worried about monsters in the closet or scared by the sounds of things going bump in the night, most children experience being scared of the dark at some point in childhood. As an adult, you know that those creeks and thumps aren't…

As much as you love spending time with your child, having a break from your little one is a healthy and rejuvenating time for parents. That's why you bust out a happy dance as soon as your baby shuts her eyes and sails off into dreamland.…

Chowing down on afterbirth may not be your first thought after delivering your baby, but it's a practice mothers all over the world have been partaking in for centuries. There are plenty of claims as to why a mom would give this a try and many…

For most women, things can become a little complicated in the sex department after delivering a baby. Unforeseen complications, surgical procedures, and recuperating from extracting a human from your body are enough to stand in the way of your…

Mother's Day is the one Sunday a year when the world pause to admire mothers, salute them for their sacrifices, and sends them off to the spa for some much-deserved pampering. Oh wait. That's just my Mother's Day fantasy. On this holiday, most…

Have daydreams of closet organizing replaced your Swedish Fish cravings? Has the unrelenting urge to nap been replaced by a newfound energy that makes you think cleaning the baseboards sounds like an awesome use of your time? If you've been…

Growing up in Florida, I never dealt with seasons. So when I moved to Tennessee, I was excited to experience something other than heat and humidity. As my first Nashville spring rolled around, I was in awe of two things: the vibrant trees and…

If you want to find the bright side of humanity, just stop and think about how many honorary holidays people observe. It's hard to feel down on the human collective when you see the smiling face of folks joyfully indulging in a slice on National…

Making the choice to bed-share with your child means more than sweet snuggles, synced-up breathing, and the occasional tiny foot in your face. It means preparing a comfortable and safe bed for everyone involved. Investing in a quality mattress is a…

Although it's not an official holiday (yet) no self-respecting Star Wars fan is going to let May the 4th go by without a nod to the force. Whether you're preparing to go all out with a massive party or planning something small with your nearest and…

Doodling to improve focus and memory? That's so last year. A new wave of attention-boosting items has hit the scene, and although they may look a lot like regular toys, these sensory-soothing items are more therapeutic than trinket. If you're child…