Rachael Okerlund

Rachael Mitchell Okerlund

Rachael Mitchell Okerlund is a witchy desert-dwelling writer and new mom with an affinity for books, tacos and the moon.

Recent Articles

Girl with shofar, a Rosh Hashanah craft

Holidays

Kids’ Crafts to Ring in Rosh Hashanah

Slow down and get crafty

By: Rachael Okerlund | Sep 08, 2023
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Books

So, What’s Wrong With Mothering in America?

A Q&A with Seattle author Angela Garbes

By: Rachael Okerlund | Jun 22, 2022
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New Parents

Why Don’t Men Take Paternity Leave?

And what can we do to change that?

By: Rachael Okerlund | Dec 16, 2021
little boy brushing his teeth in the mirror

Health + Nutrition

6 Nifty Ways to Get Kids to Brush Their Teeth

Fostering better dental health in your children

By: Rachael Okerlund | Oct 06, 2021
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Parent Health + Relationship

Mommy Wine Culture Isn’t Cute or Funny

Wine o’clock is a problem — not a solution — for Mom

By: Rachael Okerlund | Nov 13, 2019
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Pregnancy + Childbirth

7 Adorable Gender-Neutral Baby Shower Ideas

Eschew pink and blue and try one of these ideas instead

By: Rachael Okerlund | Sep 26, 2019
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Elementary

Your New Secret Weapon for a Productive Fall

Habit tracking can give your family an edge

By: Rachael Okerlund | Sep 16, 2019
Preschoolers color at a table

Preschool

How to Know When Your Child Is Ready for School

Know the signs and how to develop school readiness skills at home

By: Rachael Okerlund | Sep 02, 2019
Young child peering through a magnifying glass

The Great Outdoors

9 Ways to Develop a Sense of Place Through Outdoor Play

Creative ways to get kids outside and in nature

By: Rachael Okerlund | Aug 08, 2019
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Behavior + Discipline

How to Raise Grateful Children

Instill appreciation and gratitude in your children with these tips

By: Rachael Okerlund | Jul 10, 2019