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The day I brought my first son home, I thought I knew what to expect. I’d read all the books, downloaded all the apps, and prepared as much as any first-time mom could. But nothing—absolutely nothing—could have prepared me for what lay ahead. It was 2021, and the world had ground to a halt. As […]

Last Tuesday, I found myself in an all-too-familiar situation: it was 5 PM, and I was trying to cook dinner while my 3-year-old tugged at my leg asking for a snack and my 5-month-old was fussing as he had missed his last nap. My phone kept buzzing with messages from family members asking when they […]

You’re balancing a toddler on your hip while your kindergartener declares they’ve forgotten how to put on their own shoes (again). The idea of ‘self-care’ feels about as achievable as a full night’s sleep. But what if I told you that caring for yourself doesn’t have to mean escaping from your littles? Let me tell […]

My feed explodes with “New Year, New You!” posts. You know the ones—those perfectly curated photos of color-coded planners, morning routine checklists, and influencers promising total life transformation by February. I remember feeling that pressure last year. Truth was, I already was a new me, I was entering year 3 of being a mom and […]

I still remember that morning when everything changed. Standing in my bedroom, my husband had come in to let me know that he was headed out to Home Depot. I stared at him for a while and with hormones and emotions swirling inside me, I opened my mouth and screamed at him “I f#@king hate […]

I remember the first time it hit me. I was sitting in my car outside daycare, mascara smudged from crying, already late for a meeting. My 18 month-old’s tears during drop-off were still echoing in my ears. That crushing feeling in my chest? Classic mom guilt. And let me tell you, it’s been my unwanted […]

There I was, standing in HomeSense’s home décor section, completely frozen. I had a rare hour to myself and a gift card burning a hole in my pocket. Yet instead of feeling excited about this small slice of freedom, I felt overwhelmed. What did I even like anymore? When was the last time I made […]

The holiday season is a whirlwind of twinkling lights, cozy gatherings, and heartfelt traditions. But let’s be real: for moms, it’s also a season of stress. Between planning, shopping, wrapping, cooking, and making sure the kids experience the magic, it’s easy to feel like a frazzled elf by December 25th. So how do you make […]

When you’re a mom, life moves fast. Between juggling work, family, and the endless to-do lists, self-care can often feel like a luxury, not a necessity. But, believe it or not, a practical self-care plan can make all the difference—not just in how you feel, but in how you show up for everyone around you. […]

Hey there, mama! We get it—you’re busy juggling the kids, work, the house, and all the little things that fill up your day. But let’s be real—making time for yourself shouldn’t be something you “earn.” It’s a right. So today, let’s talk about how you can squeeze in some “me time” without disrupting your entire […]