Above my couch, the decor mocked me: “It’s so good to be home.” I tried remembering what life was like when I had made that...
My entire body hurts tonight. Aches deep down to the bones. I am tired. I am sore. Even my skin hurts. I have just...

The Postpartum Shower

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The lights are dim, and the house is finally quiet after a busy day of visitors. I turn on the water and watch as...
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A fellow blogger recently posted a meme: "Whatever you're most scared to write about...write that." I saw that and thought, wow, how appropriate: It reinforced...
Breastfeeding. Yes, it has extreme benefits.  From nutrition to bonding, I wouldn’t trade my experiences with my boys for anything. But is there a darker side...
It may not be a popular opinion, but I can't wait to love my postpartum body.  I'm sure there will be moments when I loathe...
As I sit here, I am exactly 26 days away from giving birth to my second child. We are having a girl and if...
As a child, I had a vivid imagination. Fireflies were fairies dancing, elves were always up to mischief, and I was destined to be...
I'm currently 11 days postpartum after giving birth to my amazing and adorable daughter, Lyra. It's unimaginable that I did not know this tiny,...
I was listening to the Pregnancy Confidential podcast the other day, which you should check out if you are expecting. The talks cover a...

To My Middle Child

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Don't worry, I see you there. Craning your neck to see what your big brother is doing, while I kick my swollen feet onto the...
"What have I done?" It's been a really long time since I've heard or thought those words. When the neighbor lady said them, it...
One morning, I groaned and grabbed my stomach on the way to the bathroom. My son, looking very concerned, asked “what happened mommy?,” and...

In + Around Indy

Eleven Places to Ice Skate in and Around Indianapolis

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The winter holiday season came crashing onto our calendars so fast this year! Let's celebrate and go ice skating with our family and friends....