My 5 Favorite Baby Shower Gifts (From a Mom of 3)

Insights and lessons

Woman running in a race with a race bib and crowd cheering.

May 1, 2026

Prepping for the Marathon of Motherhood: What Training for Baby No. 3 Really Looks Like

When most people hear the words “third trimester” and “training for a marathon” in the same sentence, they picture a very fit pregnant woman with a race bib and a birth plan stapled to her running shoes. That’s fair. But this particular marathon has no course map, no mile markers, and absolutely no medal at […]

Photo on the left: a woman working. Photo on the right: a mom building blocks with her two children.

April 23, 2026

Returning to Work vs Staying Home After Baby: Why There’s No “Right” Answer

One of the hardest decisions new moms face isn’t talked about enough:Should I go back to work, or stay home with my baby? It’s a question layered with emotion, identity, finances, and—often—pressure from every direction. And while opinions are everywhere, the truth is much quieter: There is no simple right answer. The One Place You’re […]

April 20, 2026

How Motherhood Changes You: The “Motherhood Muscles” You Build Along the Way

Becoming a mom changes literally everything. There’s no real way to prepare for the moment you hold your baby in your arms for the first time. Something shifts—deep, permanent, and undeniable. You won’t be the same person you were before. But trust me—you become a stronger, wiser, more grounded version of yourself than you ever […]

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April 16, 2026

What I Wish I Knew Before Becoming a Mom (Now Pregnant With My Third)

When I was pregnant with my first, I did all the “right” things. I read the books, asked the questions, and tried to prepare as much as possible. But now, pregnant with my third, I can honestly say—there are some things you just don’t fully understand until you live them. These are the things I […]

Mom sitting with a pile of laundry and unorganized toys on the floor

April 14, 2026

Mom Burnout Is Real: How to Cope When You’re Overwhelmed Raising Young Kids

Motherhood is beautiful—but it can also feel relentless. When you’re raising young children, the mental load, physical demands, and constant decision-making can quietly build into something heavier: mom burnout. I recently realized—between working around my husband’s demanding schedule—that I only have about two hours to myself each weekday. That moment stopped me in my tracks. […]

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March 24, 2026

Bottle Refusal: Why Your Baby Won’t Take a Bottle (and What to Do)

If your baby won’t take a bottle, you’re not alone—and you’re definitely not doing anything wrong. I recently sat down with Dr. Brandie Keates, a pregnancy and postpartum chiropractor, to talk about one of the most frustrating challenges new parents face: bottle refusal. In this episode, we have an honest conversation about what it’s like […]