about The Happiest Mom

Are you a happy mom?

Well, would you like to be?

Being a mom isn’t easy. But even though motherhood can be fraught with frustrations and stress, it’s still possible to make changes that make it more enjoyable. By taking care of our health and well-being, defining our values so we can focus on the things that matter to us (and forget the rest,) nurturing our homes and relationships, and setting reasonable standards for ourselves and everyone around us, moms really can learn to enjoy life…even when it’s chaotic, loud and messy.

Photo by Jennifer Mayo Studios, www.jmstudios.com

I’m Meagan Francis, a writer and mother of five who has been honing the fine art of satisfaction during my fourteen-year evolution into a (usually) happy mom. Here, I’ll share what I’ve learned–and am still learning–about life, motherhood, and the pursuit of happiness. I’m glad to have you here–and hope you stick around.

I haven’t always been a happy mom. In fact, there was a time that I was downright miserable. But through the years, I came to learn some secrets, tips and tricks that have helped me tip the scales back toward the happy side.

In addition to caring for my family, I work with words: as a blogger, writer, and author. My articles and essays appear regularly in publications like Parenting, Parents, American Baby, and Pregnancy and on websites like Babble.com and iVillage. I’m the author of four books, including The Happiest Mom: Ten Secrets To Enjoying Motherhood,  published in April of 2011.

Even if you’re already a happy mom, we could all stand to be even happier, right? I know I could–so let’s work on it together. Subscribe to my feed or via email (link in the right sidebar) to make sure you don’t miss anything, and please send me an email or leave a comment on a post to let me know how you like the blog…and what you’d like to see here.

What to do next?

Check out my latest book, The Happiest Mom: 10 Secrets To Enjoying Motherhood

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{ 12 comments }

Kelly October 30, 2010 at 5:30 am

Hi Meagan, I found your blog via soulemama and I’m glad I did! I look forward to reading more. :) –Kelly

Kanesha November 2, 2010 at 12:44 pm

Hi Meagan,
Your site is great! Thanks for sharing with other moms.
I looking forward to visiting and learning more!
Kanesha

petts February 11, 2011 at 6:18 am

This is great, i will visit here much more, in in East Africa .Kenya, i am so proud of you Meagan.

Jennifer Bricker February 11, 2011 at 12:16 pm

I too am a mother of 5 (all from the same father) lol. The only difference is I have all girls, no boys. I look forward to reading your posts :)
Jenn

Dillanger May 4, 2011 at 5:02 pm

And I thought I was the sesnilbe one. Thanks for setting me straight.

amethyst halden February 12, 2011 at 3:46 pm

used to read your articles in noise magazine.

Salambo February 17, 2011 at 8:58 am

Hi from another mom of five, writer and living in Rome…..we could create an online community of writer/mom….!

jane February 26, 2011 at 8:08 am

Just read the shelterpop article to learn more tips, and found I already do all those things. Yay! So while I will never conquer the dust devils, at least my home is clutter-free and we’re all happier for it. :)

http://www.shelterpop.com/2011/02/23/make-my-life-easy-the-happiests-moms-guide-to-cleaning/

Megan K March 15, 2011 at 10:10 pm

Hi, Meagan. I love your posts, and I am so excited about reading all of them! I also am a mother of 5 (3 girls, 2 boys), and I really appreciate reading posts from someone who is where I am. The age range of my children is 2 – 11. Thank you for sharing your happiness! :)

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Michelle May 16, 2011 at 9:30 am

Hi Meagan,
Just wanted to drop you a note to let you know how much I look forward to your posts! I’m a stay-at-home mom of two young boys who is slowly making my way into a work-from-home situation. You offer me some inspiration and motivation. Thanks!
Michelle

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