The Truth about this Pregnancy.

Honest Motherhood. Pregnancy. Real Life Struggles.

Gosh, where do I begin? Life has been roller coaster of BUSY lately. Not just in the sense that our calendar is likely just as full as yours is but also its that having a busy mind & being so … Continue reading

6 Easy Self Care Habits for Working Moms

6 Easy Self Care Habits for Working Moms

“As moms we make endless sacrifices for our families. I don’t mean that in a bad way but it’s just the way it is… We give up dreams we once had in a past life. We trade morning showers for nursing in bed. Some trade lunch breaks for potty breaks and some trade time with their family for time at the office. Whichever sacrifices you choose to make for your family doesn’t matter. It’s all in how you manage them all. The reality is, the more you give of yourself, the more time you need to take back for yourself. The mum cup can easily runneth’ dry… And, whats a dry cup to a toddler asking for milk for the billionth time today? Likely a meltdown, which is probably what you’ll eventually be caving into if you don’t don’t care of yourself!” Continue reading

Change is Scary but so is being complacent

spring, change, motherhood

“I recently came across a quote that read, “It’s not about how to achieve your dreams, it’s about how to lead your life. If you lead your life the right way, the dreams will come to you.” ….
More recently, I have been trying to be more intentional about setting myself up for success. As I begin this season of change, growth, challenge, excitement… I know I will have a bit of a heavier plate on my hands (if that’s even possible.)”
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Stop %&$#?@! talking to my kid like that!

Parenting Toddlerhood Playground Etiquette

“It happens a lot now that I’ve taken notice. The moms who step in to referee every 2 seconds at the playground, the family member who never has anything all that nice to say or the friends, who goodness do we love them but just because they have 5 more kids than we do, don’t need to include our son in their commandment round up…” Continue reading

I am worth fighting for.

“The best we can do, then, in response to our incomprehensible and dangerous world, is to practice holding equilibrium internally–no matter what insanity is transpiring out there.” Continue reading

A guilt-free holiday season for the whole family.

A guilt-free holiday season for the whole family - No stress travel plans for the holidays!

It’s already that time of year & talk of the holidays is starting to bubble… If you’re single, you might travel to your parent’s house. If you’re in a relationship, you might compromise by alternating between your families. If you have kids…..Well … Continue reading