At some point between the third diaper change and the fourth load of laundry, it happens to the best of us: we look in the mirror and realize we don’t quite recognize the woman looking back. The person who once had distinct hobbies, a career drive, or even just a favorite playlist has been replaced by "Mom." I’m writing this because I’m right there with you. I know the feeling of being "on" 24/7, and I’ve realized that this isn’t just exhaustion—it’s a full-blown identity cri

It feels like yesterday I was holding a tiny, fragile human for the first time, overwhelmed by a love so fierce it was almost terrifying. And yet, it also feels like an entire lifetime has passed. If I'm being honest, the last two years weren't a highlight reel of matching outfits and perfect nursery decor. They were hard. When my baby arrived, so did a thick, isolating fog. I didn't recognize myself, and I certainly didn't recognize my life. The things that once defined me—m

This week you will be 2. No words really encapsulate the emotions I feel, as I glimpse back at all of the little moments we've created...