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Caitlyn Doenges

POPSUGAR Contributor

Caitlyn is a craft-loving, DIY-trying, young-at-heart Stay-At-Home Mom with two children. She has a Master's Degree in Elementary Education and taught Kindergarten until she had her daughter. Caitlyn is currently taking courses for another Master's Degree, this time in Marriage and Family Therapy.

Latest Posts by Caitlyn

Essay About Why You Shouldn't Be Overprotective of Kids

I Don't Parent My Kids Too Closely Because They Don't Need It

by Caitlyn Doenges 1 week ago

Essay About Not Letting Kids Watch Fireworks

No, I Won't Let My Kids Watch the Fourth of July Fireworks, and Here's Why

by Caitlyn Doenges 2 weeks ago

Essay About Celebrating Kids on Their Siblings' Birthday

Why I'm Going to Celebrate My Daughter on Her Younger Brother's First Birthday

by Caitlyn Doenges 5 days ago

Essay About What It's Like Going to a Concert With Kids

I Checked Off a Huge Bucket List Item With 2 Young Kids in Tow, Because Why Not?

by Caitlyn Doenges 2 days ago

Is Juicing Good For You?

I Juiced Every Day For 1 Week and Here's How It Affected My Body

by Caitlyn Doenges 3 weeks ago

Essay About Keeping Your Child Rear-Facing in a Car Seat

My 4-Year-Old Is Still in a Rear-Facing Car Seat, and I'll Turn Her When I Want to, Thanks

by Caitlyn Doenges 3 weeks ago

How to Help a Mom Who Is Traveling Alone With Her Baby

The 1 Extraordinary Thing That Happened When I Traveled Alone With My Baby

by Caitlyn Doenges 3 weeks ago

Why It's OK to Have a Lot of Bridesmaids

I Had 11 Bridesmaids, and I Don't Regret a Thing

by Caitlyn Doenges 6/20

What It's Like Bringing a Baby to a Wedding

I Brought My Newborn to a Wedding, and This Is What Happened

by Caitlyn Doenges 6/22

Best Water Toys For Kids 2018

16 of the Best Water Toys For Kids to Make a Splash This Summer

by Caitlyn Doenges 3 weeks ago

How Infertility Affects Marriage

How Facing Infertility Made My Marriage Stronger

by Caitlyn Doenges 3 weeks ago

Why Does Kate Middleton Give Birth at That Hospital?

Kate Middleton's Choice to Give Birth at St Mary's Has a Special Connection to Princess Diana

by Caitlyn Doenges 5/05

First Mother's Day Gifts 2018

16 Gifts New Moms Will Love on Their Very First Mother's Day

by Caitlyn Doenges 5/12

How Can I Love My Fine Hair?

I Finally Learned How to Accept and Appreciate My Fine, "Lifeless" Hair

by Caitlyn Doenges

sponsored by Sally Beauty

How to Talk to Kids About Death

5 Things to Keep in Mind When Your Kids Start Asking About Death

by Caitlyn Doenges 5/31

How Much Does Your Body Image Affects Your Kids?

I Know It Sounds Awful, but I Really Struggle to Teach My Daughter Body Positivity

by Caitlyn Doenges 3 weeks ago

Best Natural Sunscreens For Kids 2018

8 Natural Sunscreens That Will Protect Your Sun-Loving Kiddos All Summer Long

by Caitlyn Doenges 3 weeks ago

How to Stop Your Kid From Being a Bully

Teaching Your Kid Not to Be a Bully Isn't Enough — Do More

by Caitlyn Doenges 3 weeks ago

Zodiac Signs That Make the Best Pet Owners

Zodiac Signs That Make the Best Pet Owners

by Caitlyn Doenges 3 weeks ago

How to Decorate a Nursery on a Budget

Money Saving Tips

How to Build Your Dream Nursery on a Tight Budget

by Caitlyn Doenges 3 weeks ago

Best Baby Bottles 2018

These Are the 12 Best Baby Bottles of 2018

by Caitlyn Doenges 3 weeks ago

Mother's Day Gifts 2018

22 Creative and Thoughtful Mother's Day Gifts For Mom, Because She Deserves It

by Caitlyn Doenges 5/12

Plus-Size Maternity Dresses

17 Maternity Dresses Women With Curves Will Absolutely Love

by Caitlyn Doenges 4 weeks ago

Non-Candy Easter Egg Fillers

16 Noncandy Treats to Include in Your Easter Egg Hunt This Year

by Caitlyn Doenges 3/31