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My Nonnegotiables for a Happy Momma
Some days, motherhood feels like a beautiful journey… and other days it feels like pure survival mode. Over the years, I’ve learned that the difference often comes down to the little things , the habits that refill my cup, calm my mind, and help me show up as the mom I want to be. These are my nonnegotiables. They’re simple, but they make all the difference. 1. Iced Coffee Mornings There is something almost sacred about that first sip of iced coffee. It’s the quiet moment bef

Erin Szoch
Nov 172 min read


Grace Over Guilt: My Journey as a Mom Who Doesn’t Do It All
There was a time I thought I had to do it all. The Pinterest-perfect meals, spotless home, endless crafts, thriving career, and of course, always being emotionally present, stylish, and smiling. The pressure wasn’t always spoken, but it was felt. It was in the scroll of Instagram, the offhand comments from strangers, the late-night mental checklist that never ended. But somewhere along the way, God whispered something different: You were never meant to do it all. You were mea

Erin Szoch
Oct 282 min read


3 Things I Wish I Knew as a First-Time Mom
Becoming a mom for the first time is one of the most beautiful and life-changing experiences, but it’s also full of surprises,...

Erin Szoch
Aug 262 min read


Have You Checked in on Her?
She’s the one who keeps the family moving, the human calendar, the chef, the cleaner, the referee, the nurse, the chauffeur, the finder...

Erin Szoch
Aug 152 min read


Why is Being a Mom So Hard?
One baby is crying, and the other needs your attention. Who do you choose? The answer is—both. And that’s the hardest part. You’re...

Erin Szoch
Jul 313 min read


The Art of Balancing in Motherhood & Self-Care Tips
Keep you happy and the rest will follow. I have been reflecting on balancing my life and prioritizing what is most important to me. The...

Erin Szoch
Mar 193 min read


Hardest Mom Task... Potty Training (Dun Dun Dun)
What's the toughest aspect of being a mom? The dreaded "p" word... Potty training has challenged me like nothing else. Before I dive in,...

Erin Szoch
Feb 273 min read


A New Learning Curve for Momma Me
I have been slowly learning that there will always be a mess. There will always be chaos. There will always be chores to do. Time doesn’t...

Erin Szoch
Dec 19, 20242 min read


Woke Up in the Wrong Body
It’s not unheard of to feel uncomfortable in your new body postpartum. However, it is not talked about enough.

Erin Szoch
Nov 24, 20242 min read


Groove or Guilt
Should I get up early or sleep in a bit? Should I take a nap or work on content? Should I hang out with Bradley or cook dinner? I should...

Erin Szoch
Aug 7, 20242 min read


Pregnancy Q+A
Did you feel ready when you got pregnant? You will never “be ready.” You can definitely put yourself in a position that helps you feel...

Erin Szoch
Apr 19, 20243 min read


Making the Decision to be a Stay at Home Mom
My mom was a stay-at-home mom with my sister and I, so at a young age I knew I wanted to be a stay-at-home mom. Fast forward to...

Erin Szoch
Mar 24, 20242 min read


Getting Off Anxiety Meds for Pregnancy
I take Lexapro for anxiety and depression. Since we were trying for baby number two, I decided to get off my meds. When I was pregnant...

Erin Szoch
Oct 16, 20232 min read


Beach Trip with a Toddler
Bobby, Bradley, and I went to Destin, Fl in the beginning of August. It was so much fun, but at times it was pretty hard. Bradley is a...

Erin Szoch
Aug 22, 20232 min read


Monthly Madness- August 2023
July was such a sweet and fun month. We were finally able to take momma to have a girl's tea day at The Ginger Room. It was an awesome...

Erin Szoch
Aug 2, 20233 min read


Monthly Madness- July 2023
My recap of June includes celebrating our fathers, had a sweet date night, visits with friends, celebrated dad's birthday, and went on an...

Erin Szoch
Jul 11, 20232 min read


Dad/Granddad Gift DIY BBQ Plate
You will need a platter, paint, paint pen, and clear gaze finisher. I got the platters from Homegoods ($12 each) and the other items I...

Erin Szoch
Jul 6, 20231 min read


Monthly Madness- June 2023
I wasn't motivated to write up May's Monthly Madness. I really wasn't up for any blogging for a bit, so I didn't force it. Nothing wrong...

Erin Szoch
Jun 1, 20232 min read


What is My Purpose?
Do we know our purpose? When do we know that we have found our purpose? Do we have more than one purpose? What even is a purpose? Purpose...

Erin Szoch
May 25, 20232 min read


Sound the Alarm- Bradley Turns 1
Bradley turned 1 and we went with a firefighter theme. I wanted to do something that was not as common for a first year birthday. When I...

Erin Szoch
Feb 15, 20232 min read
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