Postpartum

If you’ve ever stared at your phone’s GPS, standing two blocks from your destination, and somehow still couldn’t figure out where to go… welcome to the club, mama. During pregnancy and postpartum, I felt like my brain packed up, left for maternity leave early, and forgot to tell me where it went. What started as a little forgetfulness in my second trimester turned into full-blown “mom brain” that made even basic problem-solving feel impossible. But here’s the good news: it d

Breastfeeding has been one of the most intimate and transformative parts of my motherhood journey. From the moment my daughter was born, it felt surreal to offer my body to feed her—but minutes afterward, skin-to-skin, she instinctively crawled up my chest and latched on. I don’t even know if she got anything, but she latched—and yes, it hurt a bit but there was something powerful in that moment that will stick with me forever.

If you're based in DC and considering breastfeeding or pumping, the good news is—you have access to some of the best free support in the country. Here's a full breakdown of where to go, who to contact, and what you'll get.

Breastfeeding is one of the most personal decisions a mother can make—and also one of the most rewarding, challenging, and nuanced. As a...

Bringing a baby into the world is nothing short of miraculous—but let’s be honest: your body goes through a LOT. Whether you had a vaginal birth or a C-section, those first few hours, days, and weeks postpartum require gentle care, a lot of rest, and more support than we often talk about. I created this blog post to walk you through what your body truly needs right after giving birth—and how to give yourself the care and grace you deserve.