Becoming a mother

Self-care is not obvious for mothers. But it not only benefits moms but the whole family. Get inspired to take care of yourself with these powerful quotes.

I am an illustrator from Cornwall and a mum of one. I decided to document my pregnancy through quirky illustrations and the bonkers first year of parenting in an honest and heartfelt way. The pictures seem to have really connected with people and as babyhood turns into toddlerhood the material keeps on coming!

Sharing what becoming a mother has taught me and all the valuable life lessons I've learned from motherhood and the journey of becoming a mom.

Are you feeling lost after becoming a mother? This guide will help you navigate the process of rediscovering yourself after motherhood.

I worked in child care a lot before I had kids, so I felt like there weren’t a lot of surprises for me when I became a mom. I was used to taking care of anywhere from five infants to 14 preschoolers by myself, so the two kids I have now are a piece of cake, comparatively speaking. I knew all about the disgusting diapers, dealing with tantrums, and coming up with fun ways to entertain them. If you’ve done all of that stuff for other people’s kids, doing it for your own is no big deal. Being a…

As I reflect on my first year of motherhood, I understand the rewards of the life lessons, trusting in myself and the love I've experienced are worth the challenges. In my post, I recount some mental challenges I had in my first year of motherhood and what I do to overcome them. I admit that at times being a mom is hard, but the joy of becoming a new person through motherhood is a beautiful journey. Read along this Mother's Day to celebrate the passage of becoming a mom!