Every Mommy has a story. This is my opportunity to recognize these Moms and their experiences. In this post, I wanted to feature another mom suffering from Postpartum Depression and Anxiety. Both can look and feel differently for each mom. How we think and react can vary. Therefore, there is value in showing the experience … Continue reading A Mommy Story: Surviving PPD / PPA
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Postpartum Win!
It's been a while since I reported on my PPD / PPA experience. It may seem that I'm completely recovered. That's almost accurate. I have indeed gained a lot of confidence as a mother, and a lot of things no longer bother me like they used to. I've definitely come a long way. Yesterday, I … Continue reading Postpartum Win!
Kindness Challenge Week 4: Kindness Role Models
This week's challenge involved focusing on kindness role models. In the most difficult moments of our lives, the kindness from others is of utmost importance. While there are so many kind people in my life, I really wanted to focus on one person. I met "Elle" while we were both in the thick of Postpartum … Continue reading Kindness Challenge Week 4: Kindness Role Models
Travel Diaries: Baby’s First Trip!
Four months ago, I would have been scared to go on a plane with my son. I was convinced he'd be the crying baby and I wouldn't know what to do. I was afraid I'd forget something he needed. I would have anxiety just thinking of it. After all, I was afraid to go to … Continue reading Travel Diaries: Baby’s First Trip!
Fleeting Memories
What do you remember about your mother? It had been quite some time since she passed, so at that moment, I wasn't sure how to answer. Years later, I find that the memories of who she was, and what she did when we were children, are slowly fading away. I sit and sometimes wonder, what … Continue reading Fleeting Memories
Giving Opportunity – Climb Out of the Darkness
Hooray for our first community giving opportunity! The first opportunity is the Climb Out of the Darkness Event: BENEFITING: POSTPARTUM SUPPORT INTERNATIONAL EVENT: Climb out of the Darkness EVENT DATE: Jun 24, 2017 THE STORY: Climb Out of the Darkness® is the world’s largest event raising awareness of maternal mental illnesses like postpartum depression, postpartum anxiety … Continue reading Giving Opportunity – Climb Out of the Darkness
10 Great Buys from The Mom Made Market
I love the opportunity to support small businesses. I always get excited when there are Farmer's Markets, Pop-up Shops and markets like The Mom Made Market. Today marked the first of two days in Del Mar. I definitely enjoyed my time: These wonderful and talented people will still be at The Del Mar fairgrounds tomorrow … Continue reading 10 Great Buys from The Mom Made Market
Postpartum: When Does it Get Better?
Another post for Maternal Mental Health Week! Today is #SayitSaturday! I thought it was fitting to also use the Daily Prompt, "Better", and tie it all in. Anytime you find yourself in a tough spot, you always wonder, "When will it get better? When will this all be over?" This is so true when you're … Continue reading Postpartum: When Does it Get Better?
Postpartum: Loss of Identity (Pt 2)
A few weeks ago, I discussed how Postpartum Depression and Anxiety, coupled with the obvious changes that come with Motherhood, changed my own perspective and identity at work. If you've been following me on Twitter, you've noticed that I've been posting more because this week is Maternal Mental Health Week. Thus, I thought it would … Continue reading Postpartum: Loss of Identity (Pt 2)
Friday Feelings = Knackered
He didn't want to sleep from 10pm - midnight last night. Then, he woke up at 3am because he was HANGRY. An hour and a half later, it's time to get ready for work. via Daily Prompt: Knackered
This Mommy is Real 