“There is no way to be the perfect mother, but a million ways to be a good one.”
Jill Churchill
Forever changed…
I struggled with infertility for two years. Finally in 2012, we conceived twins via IVF. After 9 weeks of maternity leave I was back at work. To say my world turned upside down would be an understatement!
My days were an endless cycle of work, feedings, household chores and sleep deprivation. Rinse and repeat. I knew motherhood would have its challenges but never thought it would be so overwhelming. I had a lot on my plate and was at my wit’s end. Outside of being a mom, a professional, and a wife, I wasn’t really sure who I was anymore.
Looking back, I assumed naively that I would continue to live the way I always had.
Doing the work…
I reached a point where I decided to seek help. I talked to my doctor and she prescribed an antidepressant to help me cope a bit better. At the same time, I began journaling to work through my thoughts and feelings. I discovered a level of self-awareness that I had not experienced before.
Later on, I started seeing a therapist and worked through mindset issues that were hindering me from being my best self. Once the kids were older, I became inspired to help other moms change the mental narrative that we have to be all things at all times to everyone. This led to me enrolling in a certified coaching program to acclimate myself on coaching principles.
I know what I need to do to maintain my well-being and sanity; I’ve made those things a priority. Working motherhood continues to be a journey. But it is enjoyable! Let me support you in finding that space - to find you and what working motherhood looks like for you.