Overnight, I gained a new identity. I went from being Ivy at 7 PM at my induction, to a mom at 5 AM when my sweet baby girl made her entrance into the world. This identity was unknown to me, even though I had been preparing to become a mom for over 9 months. All … Continue reading Focus On What Fulfills You
Sometimes the unexpected is exactly what you need. I had to learn to do a lot of letting go for my birth and for my postpartum journey. The day before I gave birth to Charlotte, I wasn't feeling much movement and the hospital confirmed my concerns. I was devastated and heartbroken that they said I … Continue reading Embrace The Unexpected
I am back after maternity leave!! Thanks for being patient with me and hope you enjoy this blog post! Enjoy every moment. That's what they told me when they discharged me from the hospital after I gave birth and became a mom. That's what friends and family said as they commented on my photos of … Continue reading It’s Okay If You Don’t Enjoy Every Moment
Remember to stay present with this version of you. This is a reminder I am telling myself right now. Recently, I've been somewhat freaking out about becoming a mom. I've been so excited for so long but with my due date approaching in just over a month, I'm starting to feel all the fears and … Continue reading Slow Down & Be Present With This Version Of You
It's okay if the holidays are hard for you. I was always someone who associated the holidays with joy. The holidays always were a joyous time for me and my family. As I got older, it became less about material items or the food and more about the time spent with some of my favorite … Continue reading It’s Okay If The Holidays Aren’t So Joyful
Beautifully Simply You 