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The day I stopped hiding my postpartum body from my husband

I’m done setting unrealistic expectations for myself as a mom

Mothers try to do the work of many, but one person does not make a village

‘What do new mothers do all day?’

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The day I stopped hiding my postpartum body from my husband

I’m done setting unrealistic expectations for myself as a mom

Mothers try to do the work of many, but one person does not make a village

‘What do new mothers do all day?’

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My goal as a parent is not to make my kids happy—it’s to see them fulfilled

‘Mommy, I need makeup’

I stopped stressing about throw pillows

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Now is the time for your comeback, mama

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He’s not just mine anymore

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