For the last three years, I’ve had the chance to get to know myself better because of overcoming hypothyroidism. When my son was over a year old, I was having severe fatigue, joint pain, brain fog, all-over puffiness, mood swings, and just feeling down right awful. I had to re-learn how to truly care for myself so that I could be a better mom, wife, and person in general. Working with a … [Read more...] about Embracing the Seasons of Life
Motherhood
Moms Need Playdates
Let's Talk About Playdates With the Kids First We were sitting on the couch with our kids. I looked over a few little heads to my good friend of 20 years or more. "Just think how we used to sit on the couch as kids like this," I said. "Yeah, and now we're sitting here with a pile of kids on us," my friend said through her smile. We were enjoying the calm as the little ones were munching on … [Read more...] about Moms Need Playdates
Lessons from Grandma
***My Grandma Pearl Reese passed away on July 18, 2017. This blog article is dedicated to her, as well as my grandmother-in-law, Liz Aaron. Liz just turned 90 years old in August. God bless them both; I have been so fortunate to have them and my late Grandma Nelly (maternal) in my life.*** Every August since I can remember, my Grandma Reese (paternal) would come up to Pennsylvania from … [Read more...] about Lessons from Grandma
The Best Time of Your Life
“Why are you nervous? There’s nothing to be nervous about,” my dad said to me softly as he caressed my cheek. It was the last day of summer, and I was entering fifth grade. I was dreading going back to school. Tears were forming in my eyes. It was the first year to switch classes during the day, and I was worried about it. “You’re going to be fine. Your teachers will help you, and after a couple … [Read more...] about The Best Time of Your Life
Postpartum Thyroiditis
Postpartum thyroiditis affects millions of women, and they don't realize it. It's hard to believe that my daughter is one month old already. The past four weeks have felt like several months. I have a four year-old son, so it's been a while since I've had a newborn. It's definitely been a shock to my system. Additionally, my baby girl is a much different baby than my son was. She's more fussy, … [Read more...] about Postpartum Thyroiditis
Use Food Cravings to Your Benefit
Cravings Communicate What Your Body Needs The number one thing that I have learned from having hypothyroidism and hormonal imbalance is that we have become removed from trusting our bodies. We aren't aware of the many messages that our bodies are giving us. Most of all, we don't have a clear understanding of what they even mean. My thyroid and hormonal issues were sirens to me. Furthermore, this … [Read more...] about Use Food Cravings to Your Benefit
