Keri has been a single mom for most of her kids' lives, and she got a lot of help from her parents. Her mother recently passed away from Alzheimer's, and she and her kids are grieving the loss of such a significant person in their lives. Keri talks about the importance of sleep in being a single parent, and found sleep training to be super helpful for her to function. TRIGGER WARNING: Rape and suicidal thoughts are mentioned. The United States free 24/7 national sexual assault hotline is 800-656-HOPE or 800-656-4673. You can also chat on the RAINN mobile app. The United States national mental health helpline is 1-800-662-HELP or 1-800-662-4357. Keri talks a lot about how being a member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints affects her mothering. Keri talks about how the childbirth and the newborn phase was not that big of a deal for her, she has found that the pre-teen and teen stages are harder for her. Keri also talks about how motherhood is a process for the mother, just wading in little by little. If you want to come on the podcast and share your experiences of being a mom, you can reach out to me, Laura Pruett, on the Laura Asks About Motherhood Facebook page or Instagram account.