I have been able to slowly shake off doubt as motherhood grows on me. This came in many different ways. At first, I believed it was important to embrace my more authentic self for my child’s sake. I knew that I had to let go of some insecurity to represent the woman I knew I…

This one’s a tough one, you guys. You run up to your incredibly independent, opinionated toddler to embrace them in a big Bear Hug and they push you away. You stop. You gasp. Your heart shatters just a tad. You did not expect their Teenage Rebellion/Attitude to arrive for another 10-13 years, yet here you…

For many parents, going clothing shopping for your little ones often feels like The Hunger Games. Dealing with toddlers in a clothing store is a (personal) nightmare. Imagine how happy you would be avoiding this step or the risk of online shopping for pieces your child cannot try on first. Luckily, we found the solution…

I rarely discuss this topic due to the fact that every single person takes this opinion quite personally. But, as we’re in the midst of International Pride Week, I find there is power in hearing other’s parenting techniques and views on a very touchy, somewhat political subject matter. So, brace yourself. I’m going to get…

Postpartum: the time in which we discover a new version of the body we once loved and lived in. Within moments it became the vessel for new life. Within minutes we lost an immense amount of weight through the delivery of our child(ren). We are often overwhelmed with the emotion of proudness; of pure and…

Dealing with all the emotions and how to manage the stress and responsibility of motherhood in the early days. It’s no easy feat. No one prepares you for the overwhelming amount of juggling it takes to simply live (in an attempt to live well) while welcoming motherhood. Here you stand (or sit, or lay) while…

Motherhood is the pinnacle of selflessness. From pregnancy through growth we strive to meet our children needs. We sacrifice our wants, desires, and sometimes self-care to be present for our families. Motherhood is beautiful, fulfilling and a gift but nothing is perfect. Motherhood can be overwhelming, both physically and mentally. For a mother who is…

Birth: the utmost vulnerable moment you’ve yet to experience in your lifetime. Whichever way the baby is delivered, you will explore a state of being that you will simply not be able to put into words. When spoken about afterwards, some try to explain it as painful, exhausting or sometimes even euphoric. The nerves that…

It’s bound to occur- those unwanted parenting tips and tricks that somehow find their way as you are moments away from experiencing parenthood itself. Whether these “helpful” remarks come from your friends, your co-workers or your parents, everyone tends to have an opinion on how to raise your child. It’s wild to consider how different…

At just past five o’clock in the morning, I couldn’t wait any longer. Quietly, I snuck out of bed and into the washroom. As my partner slept, I took the third pregnancy test I had in 2 days since missing my period. This time, a dark second line confirmed what I had been suspecting. This…