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Reflections from Dumb Phone Summer
Recapping the benefits, the struggles, and what habits I hope to keep from my “dumb phone summer.”
A Note to Part-Time Working Moms
A little encouragement for the working mama who’s feeling stressed, exhausted, or unappreciated. xoxo
4 Cultural Lies About Motherhood & Truths to Combat Them
Sharing 4 lies I’ve come across during my journey as a mom & the truths I cling to for encouragement!
Recreation vs. Amusement | Thoughts on Smart Phones & Rest
We often turn to our smart phones when we’re craving rest… but are we finding it there?
Dumb Phone Checklist
Here’s how I’m planning to “dumb down” my smart phone this summer in an effort to pursue more peace & presence.
Dumbing Down my Smart Phone for the Summer
I’m dumbing down my smart phone this summer & I’d love for you to join me!
Created to Share our Creativity
Have you ever wrestled with whether or not to share your creative gifts with others? Here’s some encouragement for you on why I believe that SHARING your creativity is one of the most wonderful things you can do for others & yourself!
On Perfectionism
This one’s for all my perfectionist friends & those who don’t yet realize that you’re a perfectionist, too. 😉 I’m sharing a bit about how perfectionism has robbed me & steps I’m taking to make a change.
How I Document Our Family Vacations as a Professional Photographer
How I document our family vacation is a reflection of how I value the art of photography & the desire to EXPERIENCE life in the present moment. I hope these will encourage you as you photograph your next special trip.
7 Reminders For the Memory Keepers
If you’re the memory keeper for your family & friends, here’s some encouragement for how to stay present in the moment while you document life in photographs.
Learning to Love my Postpartum Body
It can feel impossible to love my imperfect body, but I have been clinging to a few simple truths that have lifted the weight of both my expectations & the pressure of our culture in this season.
4 Reasons to Ditch Social Media When You Have a Baby
Having a baby while taking a break from social media proved to be a wonderful thing that I’m so thankful for! Here are 4 reasons I’m glad I was off social during the early newborn days.
Bear’s Birth Story
I love writing out my babies’ birth stories so that I can remember them forever & sharing them here with you to laugh, commiserate, & rejoice together!
3 Ways I Prepared For My Third Birth & How It *Actually* Went
I’m sharing the 3 most impactful things I learned in preparation for the birth of baby #3 and how the labor and delivery actually went!
Lifehacks for Mamas to Make Life More Simple
Life is constantly pulling us in 1 million different directions & I’m obsessed with finding resources & systems that simplify daily routines so that I can maximize my time on what matters most to me. Here are some of my favorite recent lifehacks!
Maternity Leave Plans for Baby #3
With my due date just around the corner, I wanted to share a little update on what my “plans” are for “maternity leave” this time around with baby #3 in regards to taking time off, staying connected, & trying new things!
My 2022 Social Media Intentions
After taking December off of social media, here are some of refreshed intentions for how I plan to use my social apps in the new year.
What To Do Before Deleting Your Facebook
I wanted a clean slate with Facebook but before I felt good about deleting my account I wanted to make sure I had saved any sentimental memories & transferred the ownership of important items. Here’s my checklist.
Creative Poses That Hide Your Child’s Identity
Looking for creative ways to share photos of your children on social media that keep their identities anonymous? Here are some different poses to get you started!
Has Capturing Memories Replaced Making Them?
Have technological advancements & pressures from social media made us prioritize capturing memories over making them in the first place? Here are 3 tips on how to stay present while you document the beauty of life around you.