Maternal Mental Health: Crisis Lines, Therapy, and Immediate Help
Society tells us we are supposed to be glowing, but the reality of matrescence is heavy. If you’re feeling overwhelmed, anxious, irritated, disconnected, or just not like yourself you are not alone. You can do a deep dive on my take of Postpartum Depression vs. The Baby Blues This guide was created so you don’t…
Where are the Cargoes? The Great Boy Mom Fashion Desert
Finding a real boy mom aesthetic shouldn’t feel like a full-time scavenger hunt. I want my son to look like he belongs on a streetwear blog, not like he’s clocking in for a shift at a construction site. I’m fighting for better style for my son, but I’m also fighting to make sure I don’t…
The “Good Mom” Myth is a Death Sentence to Your Identity
The Good Mom Myth is a death sentence to your identity. We’ve been taught that the more we disappear, the better we are at parenting, but I’m calling bullshit. Motherhood is a part of you, but it was never meant to be the death of you. Martyrdom is Not a Personality Trait I used to…
Babies in Public: Why I’m Not Raising My Son to Be Silent in Public
Public Spaces are a Birthright, Not a Privilege for the Childless I’m tired of seeing moms apologize for their babies in public. I’m tired of the frantic “hushing” in restaurants and the panicked exits from grocery stores. My son goes where I go. I am not raising him to be silent in public, and I…
Breastfeeding Postpartum struggles: Pain, Supply, and Boundaries
Breastfeeding Postpartum Struggles: The Pain and Boundaries I Never Expected Hey, Mama. Is breastfeeding supposed to hurt this much? When it comes to breastfeeding postpartum struggles, we often see images of glowing bonding and perfect connections. But what happens when your reality feels more like pain, exhaustion, and unsolicited advice? I’m sharing my story to…
Postpartum Baby Blues: My Unfiltered Story of Tears & Numbness
Hey Mama, Is it normal to suddenly break down for no reason? Postpartum is a word often accompanied by images of instant joy, but for me, it was followed by an emotional crash I never saw coming. If you are struggling with the postpartum baby blues, please know you are not alone. This isn’t just…
Postpartum Panic: My Honest Pregnancy Test Story & Shock
Your pregnancy reveal doesn’t have to be perfect. My first pregnancy was a wild ride from the get-go. Six weeks in, and I still had no clue. I was living my life, then BAM! I’m finding out I’m pregnant. It wasn’t a movie moment. It was a punch to the gut, followed by a long,…