Pregnancy Loss

Pregnancy Loss

January 3, 2017. This day changed my outlook on life. I didn’t do anything unusual to lead up to the events of this day.  That thought alone haunts me.  What could I have done differently to prevent January 3rd.  The answers “nothing” or “it’s not your fault” really bother me. I was seven weeks pregnant.  […]

My Lifestyle

My Lifestyle

I was Rachel long before I was Mama and over the past 4 years, I’ve lost a lot of ME. So, this section will explore my own self rediscovery and how to bridge being a Mom with being Me. I have more anxiety as a mom and had PPA and tough pregnancies, but it is […]

Family

Family

This section is what it sounds like, everything pertaining to me and my kids and family. We are a multicultural family (American and Spanish) and raising our kids bi-lingual and it’s a journey for sure! We are learning as we go! I will share our fun times, common topics around family as well as all […]

Travel

Travel

Travel on this blog is about the types of travel parents will take, whether it is a Mom Solo Trip, Family Vacation, Parents Only or simply just travel tips. There will be ideas and content for all. I will review hotels and/or vacations I have taken in the above 3 categories and then will share […]

Mom: Stress and Sugar

Mom: Stress and Sugar

I’ve mentioned before that I’m a sugar addict and as I am trying to lose weight I’m becoming increasingly aware of what triggers me to run to carbs or sugar. Stress for sure is there, no sleep and my kids just blatantly not listening to me, leaving me helpless and in search of carbs which […]

Kids: Dance Parties

Kids: Dance Parties

Days are long, years are short.. I think that’s how it goes.. Well the days are definitely long in my home and some days I’m so lazy! I basically have to distract them from 6am (yes that is when they get up) – 8/8:30am and then 5 – 9pm (when my oldest goes to bed).  […]