With Mother's Day quickly approaching I've been thinking through some ideas to share on some thoughtful and meaningful gifts! This can look different to everyone but I think I've compiled a good list of practical to sentimental. At the end of the day it’s never about the price tag or “how much” . . .
What I Packed in my Hospital Bag vs What I Actually Needed
Okay mamas! This one's for you! First I want to take a moment and say hello! Because the last time I published a blog post was like… December 2019. Oops. Long story short, Our sweet girl made her appearance in March and then the world shut down and I’ve basically been surviving the last 5 . . .
Struggling with Pregnancy/Mom Brain
There’s a loud nagging voice in my head that is constantly berating me for not posting more consistently on my blog, on social media, and for not being intentional when it comes to my “online presence”. The voice in my head tells me “you are more than a pregnant mom to be, why can’t you be more . . .
Who will Baby Connelly Be?
This morning, we had our 20 week ultrasound! EEEKKK! Honestly, keeping this a secret for the last 3.5 weeks has been super difficult. But alas, the gender has been confirmed and I am so excited to share that with you! When I was 16 weeks pregnant, Evan and I decided that we wanted to do something . . .
First Trimester Update
I cannot believe how quickly this pregnancy is going by. I am now 16 weeks pregnant which means we’re already almost a month into the second trimester. YAY! I am very grateful to finally be out of the first trimester and to have some of my energy back. It definitely helps that the kids I nanny are . . .
A Mother’s Saving Grace
My name is Justine Norman. I am a recovering alcoholic. I chose life over abortion. I am 1 in 4 who have experienced a miscarriage. And I am currently suffering with Postpartum Depression. This is my story. I started drinking leisurely when I was in high school. Once I was out on my own, I tried . . .