Okay, so it’s time we had “the talk.” After a lot of back and forth, some side-eyes at my grocery budget, and a few too many moldy tomatoes—I’ve officially decided to break up with HelloFresh. Kind of. For the past three years, HelloFresh has been a staple in my kitchen. The allure of having pre-portionedContinue reading “Breaking Up with HelloFresh (Kindof)”
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If You Think Parenting Is Easy, You’re a Bad Parent
Yeah, I said it. And I know I’m going to catch heat for it—bring it on. I already know people are going to read that headline and clutch their pearls, but let’s be real for a second. If you think parenting is easy, you’re either lying to yourself, ignoring your responsibilities, or you’ve outsourced yourContinue reading “If You Think Parenting Is Easy, You’re a Bad Parent”
Six Months Gone in a Blur: Motherhood, Grief, and the Weight of Remembering
Six months. Somehow, my baby—my second, and last, baby—is already half a year old. I knew it would go fast. I knew it. From the moment they told me I had to go in for an unplanned c-section, I knew. When I made the split-second decision to have my tubes tied while they were alreadyContinue reading “Six Months Gone in a Blur: Motherhood, Grief, and the Weight of Remembering”
The Power of Grace: Speaking to Yourself with Kindness in Front of Your Kids
As parents, we often hear how important it is to speak kindly to our children, to build them up with affirming words and encouragement. But how often do we extend that same grace to ourselves? How often do we pause to consider the words we use when we talk about ourselves—especially in front of ourContinue reading “The Power of Grace: Speaking to Yourself with Kindness in Front of Your Kids”
The War Within: My Struggle with Postpartum Depression
When I found out I was pregnant with my son, I felt all the emotions you’d expect: joy, anticipation, fear. But never, in all those months of planning and dreaming, did I imagine what I’d feel after we brought him home. Nothing. I looked down at his tiny face, his perfect little hands, and IContinue reading “The War Within: My Struggle with Postpartum Depression”
From Gym Rat to Gym… What’s That
Once upon a time, I was that person. You know, the one who woke up at 5:00 a.m., threw on matching workout gear, and was front and center at 6 a.m. spin class. My water bottle had inspirational quotes. My playlists were carefully curated to get me through two-a-day workouts. I even ran a 10kContinue reading “From Gym Rat to Gym… What’s That”
When you’re in the throes of parenting, the smallest gestures mean the most.
Yesterday, my husband got up early to take our oldest to daycare, giving me the gift of a slower, calmer start before Connor’s pediatrician appointment. When he came home, he surprised me with roses—completely unexpected but so thoughtful. Small gestures mean different things to different people, but for me, these two acts meant everything. HeContinue reading “When you’re in the throes of parenting, the smallest gestures mean the most.”
Pump It Up: Why I Chose Exclusively Pumping Over Breastfeeding (and How That Changed… Eventually)
When I had my first baby, I had the quintessential dream of breastfeeding—a cozy, bonding experience where my baby and I would gaze into each other’s eyes while angelic harp music played softly in the background. Spoiler alert: reality looked nothing like that. Breastfeeding my daughter was a full-on battle. She struggled to latch, IContinue reading “Pump It Up: Why I Chose Exclusively Pumping Over Breastfeeding (and How That Changed… Eventually)”
The Pumping Chronicles: Juggling a Toddler, a Newborn, and Military Life
When I found out I was pregnant with my second child, I thought, “I’ve got this. Been there, done that.” After all, I’d already survived the sleepless nights, the diaper blowouts, and the existential dread of being solely responsible for another human being. How hard could it be to add one more? Spoiler alert: it’sContinue reading “The Pumping Chronicles: Juggling a Toddler, a Newborn, and Military Life”
Pumps & Panic 