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

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…

Slowing Down Family Life | Unhurried Childhood

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,…

When Motherhood Feels Too Loud | A Quiet Mama’s Truth

There’s a moment I keep coming back to. Bags half-packed. My to-do list yelling at me from the kitchen bench. Mental notes whirling—don’t forget the toddler’s snacks, the washing, the keys, the email I never sent. And then: “Mama? Mama? Mama, stop—we going on holiday RIGHT NOW??” I snapped. Not in a big, dramatic way.…

You’re Not Behind. You’re Becoming.

It’s been four weeks of back-to-back sickness at our house. Gastro. Then hand, foot, and mouth. Then just when we thought we were through it—another wave. The kind where the laundry piles up, the fridge is empty, and the to-do list looks more like a guilt list. My blog? Quiet. Inbox? Overflowing. My energy? MIA.…

They Said It Would Get Easier… But Did It?

In those early days, I kept holding on to those words like they were the answer. Like if I just made it a bit further, I’d finally exhale. But here I am. Colic is over. We’re out of the newborn fog. He talks. He walks. But sleep? Still patchy. And somehow… it’s still hard. Some…

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

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…

No More Texting Worries: Let’s Keep It Real!

Hey everyone—let’s chat about those little moments that sometimes feel like big things. You know that moment when you open your messaging app and—oops—you realize there’s an old message you never replied to? It happened to me the other day. I was thinking about a friend, opened up Messenger to send a quick “hello,” and…

TEA TALKS | LOVING LATELY VOL.9 Christmas Edition

Ever since becoming a mama, Christmas has taken on a whole new meaning. There’s magic in seeing it through little eyes—the joy of decorating the tree, the wonder of twinkling lights, and the excitement of counting down the days. But let’s be honest—there’s also a lot to juggle. Between the endless to-dos, events, and gift…

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…

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

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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