Melissa Polun
Melissa is a wife and mother to an amazing husband, an 8 year old boy and a 3 year old girl who moved to Atlanta in 2006 after spending her entire life in upstate New York. She loves trying new restaurants, hiking with the kiddos, and enjoying everything the area has to offer. Her family has welcomed au pairs into their home and loves watching the children learn new languages and cultures. They are all very involved in the Brookhaven community, their schools, and several local charities.
What I Learned from a Weekend with CF Moms
My child doesn’t have Cystic Fibrosis (CF). He had a similar but different “sister” disease to CF. My son’s running diagnosis comes with a lot of unknowns. There isn’t much research, advice, or support....
How to Help a Mom of a Chronically Ill Child
In the age of moms groups, meal trains, and GoFundMe pages, it’s easier than ever to ask for help from your community. A simple post with a picture and a link and you've spread...
Self-Care 101: Getting Smart About Your Smartphone
Let's call a spade a spade, y'all - we're addicted to our smartphones. And although our smartphones give us unprecedented access to information (and those few blissful moments at a restaurant when they keep...
Five Self-Care Habits for Busy Moms
Self-care is everyone's favorite buzz word right now, especially with New Year's resolutions flying around. When I think of self-care, I think about taking a hot bath with a glass of wine and no...