Welcome!

My name is Tasheena, and I’m so glad you’re here! I’m a homemaker who loves yoga, decluttering, singing loudly in the car, and making memories with my family.

I’ve been married to my college sweetheart since 2013 and we have two beautiful little girls, Goose (9) and Belly (7), plus two sweet kitties named Nico and Midnight. Although we were all born in the Golden State, we currently call South Carolina home.

In 2017, I left my job as a kindergarten teacher to focus more on my family. I started The Cinnamon Mom to share a piece of my life, connect with other modern mamas, and satisfy my need for creativity. And now that both of my kids are in school, I also spend a couple of days each week as an elementary substitute teacher.

Across The Cinnamon Mom, you’ll find my honest, real-life mommy experiences combined with years of child development insight. Although I embrace a gentle parenting style, this space is intended to be a judgment-free zone for anyone maneuvering through life with children. There’s nothing that can prepare you for each season of parenting, but I’ve learned that a little support goes a long way. None of us have it all together, and my goal is to offer some helpful advice and encourage you through all of your moments, good and bad.

And since mom life is multifaceted, I cover a wide range of topics! You can expect to read about managing a household, minimalism, fun learning activities, meal planning, easy recipes, and finding my sanity despite the chaos.

Thanks so much for joining me! Be sure to follow our adventures on Instagram and Facebook!

Talk to you soon!