I am 6 weeks postpartum and feel great. I am physically, emotionally and mentally grounded. If you do not know me personally, you will also know I went into pregnancy, labor and delivery as well as postpartum without any expectations. I knew if I got my hopes up about something, or expected something to go… Continue reading Postpartum || Support & Knowledge
Tag: Happiness
Postpartum || 5 Week Update
We have made it through 5 weeks with our little wildflower and let me tell you, it is everything I could have imagined and more. I have smiled, laughed, cried and learned more than I could ever imagine. We are working through this new season of life, with our very first child and overall, it… Continue reading Postpartum || 5 Week Update
Postpartum Body Thoughts
I need to start now. What do I need to start? I need to be conscious of my thoughts and feelings around my body.My daughter will grow up knowing that our bodies are something to take care of, love on, and be thankful for. I do not want my daughter to grow up around women… Continue reading Postpartum Body Thoughts
$1 Holiday Decorating
I LOVE to decorate for the holidays. The twinkly lights, the smells of cinnamon, apples, and anything spicy and most of all, the cheesy holiday sweaters and mugs. YES, it is truly the most wonderful time of the year. It is also the time of the year where money seems to fly out of our… Continue reading $1 Holiday Decorating
Co-Ed Baby Shower
If you are like me, you do not love to be the center of attention, opening presents in front of people makes you nervous (my face says it all) and the games played at showers are just not my thing. When trying to decide what to do to celebrate our little girl being brought into… Continue reading Co-Ed Baby Shower
1st Trimester
Woah! I am pregnant...well actually I have been for a while now. I decided because my blog is so new to do some reflecting on my pregnancy journey and give some insight into pregnancy from a real person who will not sugar coat one thing. Disclaimer, I actually have enjoyed pregnancy overall, I am a… Continue reading 1st Trimester
First Trimester Essentials
The first trimester is a shit storm of emotions and physical changes. There is no amount of reading or knowledge seeking that will prepare you for the challenge of the first trimester. It is different for everyone, and as a *disclaimer, I am not a doctor, I am not qualified to give any advice but… Continue reading First Trimester Essentials
The Midwestern Mama 