Pre-pregnancy me knew exactly who I was. I knew exactly what I loved, what I hated, what was important to me, and what standards I could hold myself to. I was a dedicated artist. I worked in a number of mediums. It was hard to find me without paint or ink or glue stuck under …
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So last week I wrote a post about postpartum depression. Most of it is probably facts that you have heard before. I know my doctor was very clear about the signs and symptoms associated with depression. However, that didn’t quite cover all of things that were happening to me. Long story short, that was because …
Let’s talk about Postpartum Depression. I know. It sounds heavy; but it can’t all be easy topics, and this one is near and dear to my heart. I have been very open about the fact that I was diagnosed with severe postpartum depression after the birth of my son. I was luckier with my daughter, …
So this monologue came up in my Facebook memories this week and (though it's long!) it is just as relevant to me now as it was two years ago. I want to share it with you now: "Warning:This is gonna be a long post and deeply personal, but I feel like much of this needs …
Hiya! Seeing as I am brand spankin' new to this blog, I thought I would start with some obligatory New Years resolutions! Truth be told, I am hoping that if I put it here, I will feel inclined to stick to them. Considering that one of my goals is to put myself out there and …
Sure. It seems like a weird combination: Pinups, those lovely (and sometimes scantily clad!) ladies of the 1940s and 1950s, and the image of a modern mother. Let me tell you though... it works for me. I am known by many names. Granted, it's Momma most of the time now. However, you might know me …
