Motherhood Journeys and Stories

Who I Used to Be Before I became a mother, I measured my identity by the things I achieved and the independence I cherished. My sense of self was shaped by ambition, structure, and the freedom to define my future without interruption. The Version of Me Before Motherhood Career Driven: My job wasn’t just something […]

The Power of Being Heard Most people don’t see the kind of weight mothers carry day to day. It’s not just the logistics meals, naps, appointments it’s the second guessing, the planning ahead, the remembering for everyone else. This mental and emotional load is often invisible, but it can be crushing. The world rarely acknowledges

Patience Isn’t Optional Forget schedules, especially in the beginning. You can read all the books, plan out the perfect nap routine, meal routine, bath routine but your newborn didn’t get the memo. Things shift hour by hour, minute by minute. One day there’s a rhythm, the next day they’re cluster feeding for six hours straight.

What Colic Really Means in 2026 Colic today is defined less by mystery and more by a pattern: a healthy, well fed infant who cries for more than three hours a day, more than three days a week, for at least three weeks. The key word here is healthy. Colic isn’t a sign something’s wrong

Choosing the Right Diapers in 2026 Let’s cut through the fluff: picking diapers isn’t glamorous, but it matters for your baby, your wallet, and the planet. Cloth vs. Disposable: Pros, Cons, and Eco Impact Cloth diapers are reusable, lower waste, and cheaper long term. But they’re high maintenance. Expect more laundry, more leaks if you

Month 1 2: Making Eye Contact That first moment when your baby locks eyes with you it feels big because it is. Around six to eight weeks, babies start to focus on faces, especially yours. This isn’t just adorable; it’s a key sign of early development. When your baby stares back at you, they’re starting

What a “Sleep Cycle” Actually Means for a Newborn By 2026, we know a lot more about infant sleep. The data is clear, but many parents still find the patterns confusing or downright frustrating. One reason? A newborn’s sleep cycle doesn’t function like an adult’s. While grown ups run on 90 minute cycles, babies operate

The Emotional Whirlwind Is Real The first night home with your baby isn’t just another night it’s a major emotional milestone. After days (or possibly weeks) of anticipation, medical procedures, and hospital routines, being home can feel both comforting and completely overwhelming. Yes, This Night Does Matter You may feel like you’re overreacting, but this