It’s the most wonderful time of the yearrrr! I haven’t been excited for the holidays in God knows how long but it is truly something magical about having a toddler around the holidays. There’s 15 days left until Christmas and I am pushing through all my grief, anxiety, and overall “cold weather” blues and aimingContinue reading “Taste Safe Play: DIY Gingerbread Playdough”
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Christmas with The CauGlaManShis
There are FIFTEEN days till Christmas and I am SOOOOOOOO excited!!! I have not been happy for the holidays in so so so long! Like, seriously. I thought last year- C.C.’s 1st Christmas- was going to be this overwhelmingly joyous occasion anddd it wasn’t, lol. I quickly came to realize that being a mom onContinue reading “Christmas with The CauGlaManShis”
Unloved, Unworthy, Understood
Trigger Warning: I’m about to talk about sexual assault. It will likely not get graphic but if you can’t stomach talks about sexual assault or rape. do not proceed. Thank you, in advance, for reading and letting me get this off my chest. (insert a multitude of emojis, gifs, & memes that display anxiety. ThisContinue reading “Unloved, Unworthy, Understood”
Hurt People, Hurt People
My grandma popped my baby. That’s it, that’s the story. My grandmother popped my baby & I LOST! MY! SHIT! I couldn’t see past my triggers and I lost it! The helpless and scared kid in me jumped out and was front and center to defend my child; cause if I say “don’t hit myContinue reading “Hurt People, Hurt People”
If Yo Girl Only Knew
I wish I knew that: 1: Every day will not be sunshine & rainbows. In fact, you might outright hate motherhood and that’s okay! 2: There is no smooth transition from woman to mom. And it sucks. 3: Self-care is no longer easy. 4: This is your journey and yours alone. YOU are the mother.Continue reading “If Yo Girl Only Knew”
Why Not Play?
My mom is always telling me I need to “work on my poker face so Bean doesn’t think everything is funny.” Well, here’s the thing, everything IS funny- to me, at least. I literally get through my days by laughing and playing. I need laughter. I need humor and good times and foolishness and funContinue reading “Why Not Play?”
Hide Me Mommy
Warning: this will be kind of long. I’m not apologizing. It is 5 am, I’ve had no sleep, and I’ve decided that sharing Bean with the public IS actually anxiety inducing and not something I’m 100% comfortable with. If you’re reading this and wondering if that means you need permission to share her going forward,Continue reading “Hide Me Mommy”
Match Me, Mommy
We’re a day away from Halloween and I have 555 costume ideas. We have a very full weekend so I have finally narrowed down my top three ideas for the last-minute parents like me. First up: Matching pajamas! They’re simple, cheap, and easy. We got ours from Walmart and found some for everyone in ourContinue reading “Match Me, Mommy”
Feel It Friday
Fridays are reserved for feeling! Today has been full of sensory play and fresh air! The weather here in Cali is still pretty nice so Bean & I took advantage by picking some tomatoes from our garden and then playing with this quick & easy sensory tray I made 👩🏾🔬 My grandma was cleaning outContinue reading “Feel It Friday”
Fall Family Fun
The weather is changing so y’all know what that means; it’s my favorite season! I love all things fall and I’m so glad my Beanie is finally old enough to engage in some fall fun. Below is a list of some toddler-approved, family fun fall activities we love and will be engaging in. Comment belowContinue reading “Fall Family Fun”
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