First of all, thank you guys SO much for all your love and sweet comments and messages about our newest addition. As I mentioned in a recent post, I had some hesitations about sharing this news because I know how painful it can be to be on the receiving end of a pregnancy announcement. But, thank you for rallying with us. We feel so blessed to share this news and this journey with all of you! Recently, on Instagram, I asked for your pregnancy questions. So, here are the answers to (most) of ...
We’ve been keeping a secret
Baby Pflanzer #2 is on his/her way! You guys, I can’t even find the words to explain what it feels like to share those words. Those of you who are familiar with our infertility story, know that our path to parenthood wasn’t the easiest. And I know so many of you are in the thick of such a story line today. I've been hesitant to share our news To be completely honest with you, knowing how painful it is to be on the receiving end of a pregnancy announcement while waiting to become a mother, kept ...
14 things I’d tell my pre-mama self
Life sure is different these days. It's no exaggeration that having kids completely changes every aspect of your life. While there are some things I certainly miss about the days before mom life began - like the freedom to do whatever at the drop of a hat - this incredible season of motherhood is my favorite. I found myself thinking about those days before Roman, and came up with a list of things I'd tell my pre-mama self: Jump out of an airplane - more than once. After ...
Read this if you’re thinking of becoming a stay-at-home-mom
(Image credit: Borshoff, my awesome former employer) Being a stay-at-home-mom (SAHM) was never in my career plan. Like, ever. I went to college, got a degree in journalism/PR, landed my dream job at a well-respected PR/advertising agency and planned to climb the agency ladder. After six years at my dream job, I got pregnant after battling infertility. During my pregnancy, my colleagues would ask, “Are you planning to come back to work?” “Yes, of course!” I would always reply. I was committed ...
Best podcasts for moms (and mother hustlers)
As moms, think of all the time we spend in the car, doing laundry, washing dishes, taking kiddos on walks around the neighborhood, and waiting in lines at the grocery store or at school pick-up. Whether you’re a working mom, work from home mom, or a SAHM, there’s no doubt you spend a good amount of time doing at least some of these things. One of my favorite things to do during times that could otherwise be filled with pop songs I’ve heard 20 times or overplayed television commercials is to ...