Thanks miss! So so grateful to have you and all of our mama friends to check in and help each other along on this crazy ride! Xo

Thank you, Laura! It is such a sacrifice as I’m sure being a step mother is as well! It’s pretty amazing being able to help guide these little ones through life.

Labor is truly traumatic and being thrown into motherhood right after that is just insane. Thank you so much for taking your own experiences in order to help other mamas. The “enjoy every minute” line creates so much pressure for moms to always be happy and that is just not a reality. I can tell you are going to be the very best MIL and grandma some day!

Good for you for modeling for you children how important it is to get out with friends and enjoy yourself! It is so important for kids to see their parents take care of themselves and have fun moments like this together. Cocktails sound fun too!

I can totally relate, Alexa! Everyone says, “enjoy the peace and quiet now” and that puts so much pressure on things. One day at a time. So excited for you to meet that little baby soon and know that you will still have special time with your partner and furbabies too!

Oh my goodness, I can’t even imagine the grief of sending those once newborns off to college. This is such an important insight. We grieve our pre-baby lives and then we grieve losing those babies when they are old enough to go out into the world on their own. Such a nice reminder to cherish the moments we have with them now. Such a rollercoaster! I feel like I am just starting my ride and there are lots of ups and downs ahead.

Thank you, Whitney! I’m excited to share more as well 🙂

The sleep deprivation is so real!!! There is no way to prepare for that. I’m so glad you asked for help to get you through this rough time. I hope you can continue to take care of yourself and enjoy those moments with your little one too.

Taking that leap is totally terrifying and overwhelming but also so amazing! Just know that whatever you decide and whenever you feel ready, it will all come together! It can feel like a lot at times, but it comes in waves and you tackle each new challenge while also enjoying those beautiful moments. One day at a time! Good luck with journey ahead!

Wow, that is a lot to take on all at once Barbara! It’s amazing how much these little ones teach us. Enjoy those small victories for sure!