Posts by Karyn Thurston, Author at Motherly
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Karyn Thurston

Karyn Thurston is a writer, mother, and adventure-seeker based in San Diego, CA. She writes about her daughter and their messy attempts to live and love well at www.girlofcardigan.com

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10 true things about the first year of motherhood

Sure, there’s a lot of parenting books out there–but here’s 10 things you really need to know about that first year.

Updated Jul. 05, 2021

To my child: Watching you learn to read is a true gift

I am watching a universe open up before you.

Updated May. 08, 2018

My darling baby, when did you grow up?

You became a child in the moments I wasn’t looking, and I have loved every minute of your second year on earth. 

Updated Oct. 12, 2021

Dear daughter, I am an imperfect mother

You and I are learning, and holding, and making each other. I want to give you the mother you deserve.

Updated Oct. 12, 2021
Fear can make you stronger, my darling daughter

Fear can make you stronger, my darling daughter

If you can harness fear to serve your ethic instead of your pride, it can be an unparalleled force for all that is good in you. It can break you or it can make you fierce.

Updated Jan. 26, 2022

An ode to the weaning mama

We are warriors, my beautiful girl and I, and this is our victory.

Updated Oct. 12, 2021
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