4 ways to honor a baby after a loss this holiday season

The holiday season is bittersweet, especially for families grieving after a miscarriage or another form of loss.

My missed miscarriage: pregnancy loss, hemorrhage, and grief

Oct. 16, 2019 Today marks nine days since my husband and I found out I was miscarrying our second baby. And a week since the night we feared I would die as a result.  I suppose our story “starts” on a Monday. It was Oct. 7, and it was raining. My two-year-old and I had…

Quitting my 9-5 to be a work-from-home mom: Part 1

I quit my 9-5 after my daughter was born. Here’s why. Disclaimer: This is my story, based on my motherhood journey—no one else’s. I recognize that not every mom wants to quit her job, and many simply don’t have the option. I honor it as a privilege every single day, and fully understand that many…

“Tonion” Turkey Burgers

If you’re an onion lover and looking for a healthy dinner option, give these “tonion” turkey burgers a go.

Why I’ll never let another birthday pass by uncelebrated

Today is my birthday. And unlike birthdays in the past, I’m choosing to make a big deal of it. Hear me out. I’ve historically been the type of person who takes pride in maintaining a “low maintenance” personality. I’ve never craved the limelight and have always felt uncomfortable with a lot of attention. And if…

DIY You Are My Sunshine Birthday Party

Feeling inspired to DIY for your kid's birthday party? Check out some of these ideas for a You Are My Sunshine theme.

Here goes nothing!

I’ve been thinking about starting this blog for so long that now that I’m finally doing it, I sit here staring blankly at the page. So many hopes. So many wishes. So many feelings to unload. So many moments to share. Where do I begin? If you’ve stumbled across this page and have decided to…