mod mom

Coralee Demers

age 39 banking vice president married mom of 6 and 3 year old boys the woman i most identify with would be… my favorite “mom” place to shop… the most self indulgent thing i won’t give up... the biggest fear i have… my day goes smoothly when…

My sister Andréa. She decided to stay home and raise her four boys while running a day care at the same time. She also took classes online to get her nursing degree! She was with her children at a critical time in their development but also never gave up her goal of becoming a nurse. Andréa and I also share the same family values and outlook on life.

Anywhere that has shoes and handbags.

After my children go to bed at night I like to take time for myself and watch an hour or so of television. Watching a crime series or reality TV show helps me to wind down and forget about the dozen things I’ve got swirling around in my head.

Something happening that would affect the health or welfare of my children. My children and family are the center and balance of my life and losing that is a very scary thing to me. My husband and I keep the best interests of our children in the forefront of any decision within our control.

Dalton and Jack wake up by themselves. Although, every day starts out great because the first thing both boys do in the morning is give me a big hug and say “good morning mom.” the kid snack i am most likely to eat…

Anything sweet, especially Oreo cookies. Unfortunately, I think my children have inherited their mom’s sweet tooth.

my biggest pet peeve…

Adults who don’t take responsibility for their actions or follow through on a commitment. Children are taught at a young age that every action has a consequence and you should do what you say you’ll do. I was a young adult before learning these lessons and it’s difficult for me to see this continually happen through stories in the media.

one parenting trick i have learned from my husband...

“Let boys be boys.” Growing up, I was the oldest of four girls and a real “girly” girl who didn’t like to get her hands dirty. I’ve learned to stand back and let my boys wrestle in the living room, get dirty in the backyard and play baseball and hockey in the basement.

the accessory i can’t live without…

My CHI flat iron. My hair has gotten shorter and the style a little simpler with each child.

my definition of a mod mom is… one mom tip i would like to share with other moms would be…

Any woman who has the desire and courage to raise a child. Being a mom is the most rewarding role a woman can ever fill. Nothing I read or heard could have prepared me for the unconditional love that comes from being a mom. I pray every day for the guidance to keep my children on the right path. Both Mark and I do our best to lead our children by example.

Trust your instincts and do what feels right. Parenting books are great resources but if rocking your child to sleep every night is something that is comforting to you both, do it. My husband and I rocked both of our boys to sleep every night and it was kind of sad when they got to the age where they wanted to lay in their crib and fall asleep on their own.