Tag: postpartum
Depression in Motherhood
I couldn’t understand it at first. I had the life I had dreamed about. Married to my best friend, have the family I wanted....
Simple Techniques for Letting Go of Perfectionism in the Newborn Phase
The newborn phase is overwhelming, messy, transformational, and beautiful. It’s often quietly ruled by perfectionism, whether you know it or not. Many new parents...
A Husband’s Expectation Vs. A Mother’s Reality
One day, everything changed. A small body came out of yours, and it’s not just the family structure that shifts. It’s the very fabric...
Best Places to Buy Nursing-Friendly Clothing
Depending on where you live in Central Mass, you might not have much access to many clothing stores that stock nursing-friendly clothing. Many moms...
Pelvic Floor Problems :: The Unspoken Struggle
Hands up if, as a mom, you’ve ever peed a little while sneezing? Yep, almost everyone. So many moms have pelvic floor issues after...
To My Friend Who Asked What to Bring a New Mom
You asked me what I appreciated most from friends and family after the baby. This is my advice for a new mom.
You walk into...
My Journey To Combo Feeding My Second Child
I feel compelled to start this with a HUGE disclaimer. Formula, nursing, exclusive pumping, or some combo of all methods is perfect. Fed is...
Overcoming Shame & Mom Guilt
Despite the endless love we pour into our children, many of us carry the heavy weight of shame and guilt—those quiet, nagging voices that...
Getting Our Pink Back After Motherhood
If there’s one thing I’ve taken away from my endless scrolling on TikTok, it’s the phrase “Getting Your Pink Back.” I’ve seen hundreds of...
A Journey to Body Acceptance After Having Kids
When I set out to have children, I was ecstatic. I was optimistic, but cautious, as I knew being a mom was more than...