YAY! A fresh new month! Honestly, it feels like the start of a whole new year after the whirlwind that was January. It definitely wasn’t the month I had hoped for, and wow—have I felt behind on so many things.
Let’s do a little recap, shall we?
First, I basically lived at the doctor’s office. Between one kid or the other, we had way too many visits. Lala battled two different ear infections (poor girl!), and MJ had her regular baby check-up plus her first trip to the ER after an unexpected run-in with a rock… but that’s a story for another time.
Second, MJ hit her 4-month sleep regression like a wrecking ball, and let’s just say, she has been keeping us on our toes all night long. The wake-ups have been brutal, but she’s such a happy and adorable baby that it’s hard to be mad at her. We’re planning to start sleep training soon—just waiting for a stretch where no one is sick.
Third, I jumped back into school this month, back on campus, and MJ has been my little sidekick on a few occasions. She might just be the cutest classmate I’ve ever had!
And lastly, Isaac and I survived what was hands down the toughest month of our marriage and parenthood so far. Sleep deprivation had us snapping at each other over nothing, but at the end of the day, our love held strong—if anything, it’s grown deeper. This past week, I made a real effort to lean on him, and in my hardest moments, I truly felt his love holding me up.
A few personal wins:
🏋️♀️ I’m aiming for three gym days a week, plus one dedicated to pickleball.
🍞 My sourdough game is getting stronger! I made some fun loaves last month, and baking became a little therapeutic escape during the chaos.
Yes, my house was a disaster zone more often than not, but I kept reminding myself: I’m doing good. Every single day. My girls are happy and healthy, dinner gets made (whether it’s me or Isaac), and most importantly—our home is filled with love.
Here’s to a fresh start and a brand-new month. Because, Mama, you got this! 💪✨
Mama, You Got This 
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