I Was Finally Doing Something for Me… Then Life Said LOL

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You know that feeling when you finally do something for you?A quick workout. Starting that project you’ve been daydreaming about. A cup of tea where you actually sit down (and drink it while it’s hot!).You start feeling it… a little rhythm, a little spark.“Okay. I’m getting back to me.”And honestly? It feels really good. Then—bam.Life […]

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Slowing Down Family Life | Unhurried Childhood

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I’ve been sitting with something since a recent workshop I went to—slow pedagogy. Alison Clark calls it “slow knowledge and the unhurried child,” and honestly, it got me thinking about my own days at home. I walked away questioning how often I rush my toddler, how often I push through a list instead of listening, […]

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Truthful Mama Talks | Do We Really Need to “Cherish Every Moment” with Our Kids?

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When I became a mama, a long-time dream came true. As an early childhood educator, I thought I was prepared, fully expecting to cherish every moment with kids, just like everyone said I would. But no one warns you about the moments that don’t feel cherishable—the sleepless nights, the endless crying, the exhaustion that settles into […]

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Truthful Mama Talks | How Christmas Changed After Kids

Before becoming a mama, I never imagined how much Christmas changes after kids. Back then, it felt like a peaceful exhale—a time to recharge, relax, and reflect. I’d have virtual Christmas parties with family on the other side of the world, enjoying the freedom to chat at odd hours without worrying about time zones. I’d […]

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Do We Still Need a Village to Raise a Child? My Journey Without One

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As I sit down with a warm cup of tea, I can’t help but reflect on a phrase we’ve all heard: “It takes a village to raise a child.” But does it really? Is this saying even relevant in today’s world, especially for those of us navigating motherhood without a village nearby? For me, moving […]

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Truthful Mama Talks | Embracing the Overwhelm

Embracing Overwhelm | Truthful Mama Talks

As you know, we’ve been through the wringer lately. Slowly but surely, we’re making our way out the other side, and I’ve started to look back. I’m proud of how I kept it all together—fewer takeouts, the laundry pile not too high, and I even remembered PJ week! Of course, things could have gone better. […]

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Welcome to Truthful Mama Talks

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I’m so excited to introduce you to a new corner of my blog: Truthful Mama Talks. This is a space where I’ll be sharing real, honest, and sometimes raw reflections on the journey of parenthood. It’s all about connecting with you on a deeper level, embracing the ups and downs, and finding comfort in knowing […]

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