“In a grappling and grasping for words to write, maybe the lesson is that we don’t always need to fill the atmosphere with our words and wisdom.”
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“This can be enjoyed as often as you love, and makes for such a nourishing and easy way to fill your cup. It’s great for nursing moms, especially during the middle of the night when you’re up with baby, and can be easily enjoyed when you only have one free hand.”
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Chances are, you’ve seen several recipes for these glorious bad boys. Many of my clients will ask about using essential oils in the recipes for these pads, particularly frankincense and lavender, and this is what they typically hear from me…
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“Some seasons feel like they’ll never be lifted. I’ve definitely been there. (41st week of pregnancy, perhaps?)
Praying over a sweet friend today, stuck in the n e v e r - e n d i n g rhythm of prodromal labor, and this…”
“To lay down all the things that make me anxious, sad, frustrated, angry, or afraid. The things I cannot control. The things that grip my heart and steal away my peace. To lay these at the feet of Jesus in exchange for rest. The kind of rest that actually heals.“
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I talked to three licensed acupuncture practitioners for this post to find out what kinds of outcomes they’re seeing for their clients who struggle with fertility, and to have them explain in their own words how acupuncture works, and what you can expect when trying it out for the first time.
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This recipe is great for spritzing directly on your skin, spritzing on a cloth wipe or soft tissue paper to use as a wipe, and/or dousing your padsicles with!
Happy healing, sweet friend!
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We’ve made it our mission to compile a list that is accessible for every budget, inclusive of every love language, and perfect for all moms- foster moms, adoptive moms, step moms, heaven moms, birth moms, and all mother figures. We hope you love our picks as much as we do, and that you find something special!
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“My vision for my company is to grow and support the mom community, literally and figuratively. In this generation, moms need as much physical support as ever, as so many live further away from families. Slings can physically support your mothering effort and give you a break. I want our company to support moms of all walks of life and their decisions in mothering their own way. ”
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“A hot, salty, savory mug of bone broth is a great way to get in a little protein when the idea of chicken makes you feel like heaving. It’s great for boosting your immune system, helping to aid in the growth of all-things-vital in your little baby, and adding flavor to all of your favorite foods.”
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Finding a hemorrhoid for the first time can leave you feeling a little, em, "WHAT THE HECK." Unfortunately, it's rather common during pregnancy.
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Here comes baby, let's do this gently. When the stinging comes, you'll want to breath through it instead of pushing through it- best you can. By slowing down, you allow your tissues the chance to slowly stretch open. The slower and more controlled the stretch, the better your tissues can fan out. Remember, your body is completely capable of doing this without tearing. God didn't make you with this one single flaw. Like, "Opps, oh well. She'll just heal." No! He put this amazing design in to help you slow down and ease baby out. You can do this!
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Our American culture is especially grossed out and embarrassed by the idea of passing a bowel movement in front of other people. I don't blame you here! But here's the thing. You're going to poop at some point. And when you do, the excitement in the room will rise because this is a very good thing! You pooping means that baby is moving down and making room! Your birth team will not only be totally fine with this occurring, but we'll be expecting and anticipating it!
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I was spotting when my shipment came, so I rolled it up like a misshapen taco and put the smaller one in. We went out of town for the day and I didn't think anything of it. When I got home, I took it out and to my surprise it was halfway full. You guys...I was on my period and didn't even realize it.
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Whatever is deep in your soul will come out. Whatever beliefs you hold about yourself and your body will come into fruition.
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When your heart is aching. When you can't understand. When you don't feel honored or okay. When you can't fall asleep, think straight or settle your stomach. -
Please, please remember:
You are enough, just the way you are, grief and all.
But vulnerability is a beautiful thing. It's out of this place (of vulnerability) that community happens. This is where we find those we cherish and love. This is where we gain our supporters, our family and our tribe- the people who will cheer us on.
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