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Continue reading →: DYK: Breastfeeding Moms and Jury Duty Postponement
I’m calling this new series DYK — “Did You Know” — hot tips and tricks for new (or new-ish) mothers that you may not be aware of. These are easy, appropriate hacks that can make life just a tad easier, even while we’re working and parenting in a system that…
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Continue reading →: What 2024 Taught Me—or Rather, What I Taught 2024
The earth is just beginning to wake from its winter slumber, and the frenzied new-year-new-everything pace is breaking, graciously, as the ice always does. I always welcome the (calendar) new year, but don’t feel like it’s time to reflect until I sow some late winter seeds and dip my toes…
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Continue reading →: Stress-Free Stocking Stuffers for Your Mini-Me: Newborns to Toddlers
The holidays are upon us, mamas! The air is crisp, the twinkle lights are strung, and the question on every parent’s mind is: what magical gifts will spark joy in our little ones’ hearts? This year, ditch the stress of endless shopping aisles and let’s create a holiday season filled…
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Continue reading →: Toniebox vs Yoto Player: Best Screen-Free Fun for Toddlers
Let’s dive into the world of screen-free entertainment for toddlers! Both the Toniebox and Yoto Player are portable audio players specifically designed for kids. They offer a variety of content, from classic stories to catchy tunes, all without the hypnotic glow of a screen. Fostering a love for stories and…
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Continue reading →: The Ultimate Holiday Gift Guide for Your Mini-Me: Newborns to Toddlers ✨
The holidays are upon us, mamas! The air is crisp, the twinkle lights are strung, and the question on every parent’s mind is: what magical gifts will spark joy in our little ones’ hearts? This year, ditch the stress of endless shopping aisles and let’s create a holiday season filled…
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Continue reading →: 10 Tips for a Happy Lunchbox
Yes, this really happened. A wiped clean lunchbox – is there anything more satisfying? I have stared back at an untouched and painfully expensively wasted untouched avocado (among other things) more nights than I would like to remember, but through some persistent and practical toddler food practices my daughter has…
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Continue reading →: Cosmic Mama’s (Almost) Prime Day Picks Oct 8 – 9 2024
It’s almost Prime Day, Cosmic Crew! 🌟✨ Less is always more, but if you’re looking to invest in some essentials, I have picked out some sturdy gear my cosmic fam swears by. The clock is ticking ⏰ – deals end October 9! #cosmicmotherhood #PrimeDayDeals #PrimeDayFinds #CreatorFavorites2024 Happy shopping!
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Continue reading →: Navigating Cesarean Postpartum with Resilience and Support
In honor of Cesarean Awareness Month: Hi there! Welcome to my evolving and uncensored thoughts on navigating cesarean postpartum and the first few weeks (we keep it real here). Finding your way through this transformative period can feel overwhelming, but you’re not alone in the journey. But First, Partners While…
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Continue reading →: Embracing Personalized Care: My Journey with Pelvic Floor Therapy and Why Every Mother Should Consider It
As a mother who journeyed through IVF and a cesarean birth, I learned firsthand that the postpartum period requires more attention than commonly assumed, especially given the absence of routine pelvic floor physical therapy in US postpartum care. Today, I’m here to share my journey which underscores the importance of…









