“Motherhood paired with mental health challenges can feel overwhelming, but you’re not alone. Your struggles don’t define your worth, and your strength shines brightest in the smallest victories.”
Author: Kimberly
Ditch Guilt-Embrace the Joy of Motherhood
Motherhood doesn’t need perfection—it needs presence. In this heartfelt post, I’m sharing how I’m learning to let go of mom guilt and embrace the everyday joys that make this season so special.
Postpartum Depression in a Pandemic: My Story
Navigating postpartum depression during the Covid-19 pandemic was one of the hardest seasons of my life. Between isolation, homeschooling, working toward my degree, and raising three young kids, the loneliness and overwhelm hit hard. This is my honest story of struggle, survival, and finding light again.
When You Love Being a Mom… But Still Need a Break
Even with a supportive partner and so much love for our kids, some days the weight of motherhood feels too heavy. Here’s my truth about needing a break — and why that doesn’t make me any less of a mom.
Pregnancy after Miscarriage: My Story
Pregnancy after miscarriage isn’t just about hope — it’s about carrying grief and love side by side. From high-risk pregnancies to a Christmas miracle and a final chapter full of fear and faith, this is the story of how God’s timing led me through the heartbreak into healing.
Love in the Middle of Chaos
Between three kids, military life, behavioral challenges, and constantly moving, it’s easy to lose sight of each other. But even in the chaos, we’ve learned to protect our connection. From late-night movie dates to coffee shop stops and frozen margaritas — here’s how we keep dating each other through every season of life.
Productivity Tips for Busy Mamas
I rarely sit down — and when I do, I’m exhausted. As a busy, overthinking, organizing, constantly-moving mom, productivity keeps me grounded. Here’s how I stay on top of everything with the help of routines, planning, and a supportive husband who helps carry the load.
New City Checklist
As a military family that moves every 2–3 years, we’ve learned how to make each transition smoother — even with kids, pets, and chaos in tow. This checklist covers everything from finding local essentials to setting routines and creating a new sense of home (without losing your mind).
Staying Organized
From shared calendars to command centers, here’s how our busy military family stays organized — even through school chaos, specialist appointments, and PCS life.
Time Management for Busy Mamas
Between planning, parenting, and everything in between, time management as a mom can feel impossible. Here are the practical strategies I use to stay (mostly) sane and get stuff done — without burning out.
Tips for Navigating a Fresh Start
Moving to a new city as a military family is never easy — especially with kids, pets, and a packed calendar. Here’s how we find calm in the chaos, from organizing essentials to discovering local gems like thrift stores and cozy coffee shops.
Weekly Reset Checklist
Our family reset routine keeps our chaotic weeks running smoother — from setting out kids’ clothes in daily bins to syncing calendars, prepping snacks, and resetting our home. Here’s how we stay organized with three kids, therapy appointments, and military life in full swing.