Welcome to The Motherchic (formerly Sisters to Sons).
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The Mother What???
The Mother Chick? Is that how you say it? No, this is the Motherchic. Like āthe Mothershipā, just chic-er. The name has many interpretations, one being the analogy that moms are motherships ā a headquarters for EVERYTHING! We are pretty much strong, unbreakable spacecrafts. Now let that sink in a secā¦.
I know.
NBDĀ ?
And the āchicā part is the twist on fashion ā because motherhood isnāt always glamorous, but there is no shame in trying. We deserve to feel great about ourselves and if I can introduce you to some cute new booties or a dramatic poofy skirt or a cheeky sweatshirt that makes you feel like a rockstar mom, well, then my work is doneĀ
Consider this blog the collision of parenting and fashion. You’ll get honest, real mom reflections on parenthood filled with emotions all over the spectrum. Sometimes I’m witty and sarcastic, sometimes you might laugh, and sometimes you might cry – all of which totally depends on my kids and their behavior or lack thereof. I’ll also deliver tidbits of accessible, wearable fashion with a focus on taking the basic “mom uniform” up a notch. And I love a good sale, so if there’s one worth shopping, I’ll be all over it and deliverĀ the goods to all of you.
Let Me Introduce Myself
I’mĀ a Philly native who married her high school sweetheart and the second oldest daughter of 5 girls. These days my life is has completely switched gears as I’m trying to figure out how to raise 4 little boys. As a former elementary school teacher who could maintain control over a class of 25 kids, I end each day home with my boys with a dramatic flop on the couch thinking what the heck did these kids do to me? No really, they are insane. Cute, but insane.
A little about me…
I love….. writing, cozy boots, ripped skinny jeans, barre class and baked goods (in that order), dry shampoo, and will never say no to a full bodied glass of cabernet (these days it’s milkshakes because, you know…. pregnancy).
Special talents include…. wiping my counter tops 87 times per day, maintaining a laundry basket full of unmatched socks at all times, breaking up wrestling matches and/or ignoring them depending on the amount of patience I have left in my daily meter, throwing “O’dell’s” to my boys in the living room, and getting them all out the door by 8am clothed (not necessarily weather appropriate), fed, and with semi-brushed teeth. Yes, these days, that is a talent.
Thank you for stopping by – I hope you love reading this blog as much as I enjoy writing it.
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42 Comments
Dutchy
January 29, 2013 at 11:59 amI am looking to the journey with you … on the blog and in real life!
Keep your sense of humor, laugh, smile, hug your kids and if that doesn’t
work… have a little wine!
Megan
February 28, 2013 at 4:44 pmThis is awesome! You have an adorable family, great ideas and I don’t like to cook but I still want your kitchen;)
casey leigh
September 5, 2013 at 12:17 ammy favorite blogger! xoxo!
Yasma Dunkley
November 28, 2018 at 11:26 amHi What happened to the search feature on your website? I am looking for outfits for Vegas
Thanks
Lindsey
November 28, 2018 at 1:36 pmgood question!! I can’t find it either! I haven’t done a vegas post yet sorry!
Darlene Wynne
December 1, 2018 at 10:50 pmI am also looking for the search feature! Now, at least I know I can stop. š
Lindsey
December 2, 2018 at 7:04 pmTop right corner!
Shannon
December 6, 2018 at 8:56 pmCurious what your height is? Just for reference for certain clothes/tall boots.
Lindsey
December 7, 2018 at 1:34 pmHi Shannon! I am 5’4!
Tanya
January 2, 2019 at 7:21 pmHi Lindsey
First off I have to say you are awesome and have really inspired me. I absolutely love your black
button fly Madewell jeans. Iāve read reviews and feel
as if I would get a real answer from you. How would
You say the sizing runs? Thanks.
Lindsey
January 3, 2019 at 1:27 pmHi Tanya! Sizing at Madewell runs large! I would size down
Colleen
January 4, 2019 at 7:22 amI loved your post today with your Q&A. My friend and I are just embarking on this journey and are so excited about it. You were definitely one of our inspirations to give this a go!! We have been following you for over a year now. Hope to connect in the future.
Lindsey
January 7, 2019 at 1:39 pmGood Luck Colleen!
Sarah
January 13, 2019 at 9:19 amYouāre my favorite to follow! What size are you? Wondering what size in an Anthro jumpsuit you have- you posted it for your birthday dinner recently.
Lindsey
January 13, 2019 at 9:36 amThanks so much Sarah! I have am either 0-2 or XS!
Sarah
January 13, 2019 at 12:54 pmThanks! I believe we are the same size and it is final sale, so I was hoping to know either 0 or 2. Would love to know!
Marylyn Dicinoski
March 1, 2019 at 2:57 amHi from another Mom of Boys in the Seattle area! Been following you on FB for a while, but just tonight decided to check out your site. With 4 boys, I have no idea how you have time for this. You’re amazing! I have an almost 2 year old VERY active boy, and a 11 week old baby boy, @ and just turned 44 in January…. Going back to work a week from tomorrow @ Amazon, so somewhere all that, trying to still be a bit of myself.
Thanks again for all the fun posts on FB, and fashion tips/inspiration. š
Carley
March 7, 2019 at 1:33 pmHello! I would love to connect with you about potential sponsorship/PR opportunities — but the email addresses listed on your site (both the “Abby..” and “Lindsey..” addresses) are rejecting my emails as suspected spam. Is there a better way for me to get in touch?
Lindsey
March 7, 2019 at 2:55 pmHi Carley- Which company are you trying to reach out about?
Kelli
March 27, 2019 at 12:43 pmCan I ask your height and weight for sizing? š¬
Lindsey
March 27, 2019 at 1:03 pmyes! I am 5’4 and 110-115lb – normally a size xs/2/25
Jessica
October 24, 2019 at 7:55 pmHi, I just started following and I love! Do you have a post about how you got started? How you decided to change careers from teaching? Thank you so much for being so real!
Lindsey
October 25, 2019 at 1:57 pmHere is a good post about how I got started! It was really on accident! https://themotherchic.com/2017/09/25/a-sneak-peak-behind-the-scenes-at-the-motherchic-part-1/
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October 30, 2019 at 8:16 pmHI! WAS WONDERING IF YOU MIGHT DO A POST ON HOW TO FIND AMAZING FITTING JEANS? HOW CAN YOU AVOID THAT DREADED FEELING OF HAVING TO PULL UP ON JEANS THAT ARE CONSTANTLY SLIDING DOWN?
THANKS!
Gina
February 2, 2020 at 12:16 amHi! I love your style and enjoy your Facebook posts and blog so much. I just saw you wearing the greatest navy blue āFridayā shirt. Where can I find it? Thanks a million and keep up the great work!
Xo, Gina
Eleba
September 12, 2020 at 3:31 amHi! I have loved your makeup on recent posts and wondered if you could share some brands your using and how?
Lindsey
September 12, 2020 at 8:06 amHi! Check this post for my favorites https://themotherchic.com/2019/12/16/tried-and-true-make-up-favorites-from-2019/
Tanya
October 27, 2020 at 4:10 amhi! I WANT TO READ YOUR FIRST BLOG . CAN I GET THE DETAILS OF IT AS SEARCH OPTION IS NOT WORKING
Lindsey
October 28, 2020 at 1:03 pmHI Tanya – there is an archive drop down on the right hand side of the blog dating back to Jan 2013 you can find some of the first blog posts there. Here is the first https://themotherchic.com/2013/01/24/kidtested/
Anne
October 30, 2020 at 7:04 amThe Oādell comment really made me chuckle. I spend a lot of time tossing odells to my 11 year old son, only one time I goofed and called it an Odom. So now that is our little private joke. āhey, mom, do ya wanna see how many Odoms we can catch in a row?ā I am one of four sisters and had two daughters before having my son. Although I love being a mom to my girls, there is absolutely nothing like having a son.
Lesa Hopkins
September 5, 2021 at 10:38 amHi Lindsey!! Iāve been following your blog for years! Love it! I wanted to ask if you could share where you found your artwork (where many of your fashion pics are taken). Iāve been searching for paintings (framed or canvas) and I love the 2 you have (one has lots of blues and the other is more colorful).
Gotta find more projects as the summer is slipping away.
Thanks!!
Lesa
Lindsey
September 6, 2021 at 8:34 amHi lesa! Yes all of the art can be found here: https://www.laurenanrigaddis.com/shop
Thanks so much for following along for so many years – means so much!
Lindsey
September 6, 2021 at 8:35 amHi lesa! Yes all of the art can be found here: https://www.laurenanrigaddis.com/shop
Thanks so much for following along for so many years ā means so much!
Kristan Cogan-Sais
October 24, 2021 at 5:16 pmHi! I so love your blog and posts. I never go wrong with them! Iām looking for a post you put up on I think vegan leather or waxed pants from Kut from the Kloth (I think). They were cropped and not skinnyā¦can you help refresh me please?
Diane
December 29, 2021 at 12:19 pmJust wondering what sizes you usually wear in sweater/sweater coats? I’m about your size and am not sure if I should order XS or S
Thx
Happy New Year!
Diane
Lindsey
January 6, 2022 at 9:59 amHi Diane! I am 5’4, 115 and wear XS or size 2/25
Lilly
January 24, 2022 at 10:15 pmHi! Wondering if you could do a weekend getaway packing essentials blog? Spring break is coming up and it would be fun to see some “must packs” that will keep us cute and chic on vacay!
Erin
March 21, 2022 at 1:03 pmDo you have any ideas for what to where to your childās graduation?
Sarah
March 30, 2022 at 6:29 pmHi! Iāve been following you for several years now. I happened to be reading your bio and see you are from Philly. My husband and I (along with our three boys) will be moving there from Denver. Any favorite spots we should check out? Still house huntingā¦boy are there a lot of trees! Thanks š
Lindsey
April 4, 2022 at 9:58 amsend me an email!
Alyssa Estes
October 8, 2022 at 11:07 pmI love how you always speak from the heart. You try not to make it all about you and your boys, but you make it about everyone. I love it!
Susan
January 13, 2023 at 7:35 amHi Lindsey,
Thank you for your FB page and replies to help make shopping easier. Iām not sure when I discovered your page but I think during the pandemic. I just read that you were once a teacher. I am a teacher in year 29, counting the years (7) to retirement. What grade did you teach? I love to shop and being in the SF Bay Area I have lots of store options including high end stores. I like to go in and touch what Iām buying. The pandemic changed that and your posts have helped me to online shop more. Thanks for your page.