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New Season, New Headshots
Life lately… whew. I recently stepped in front of the camera with my favorite photographer — the one and only Ricky Codio — for our “Picture This” headshot enrollment session for the VOICES study. (More on that later.) But let me…
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Turning Grief Into Purpose
One year ago, I made a decision that changed me. In the midst of grief, I found myself searching for a way to channel the pain, to hold on to love, and to create something that would outlast the moment of…
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Introducing Eris Azalea, the Newest Addition to Our Family
On August 4th, 2025, our family grew in the most beautiful way as we welcomed our sweet baby girl, Eris Azalea. She certainly took her time making her entrance, but she was worth every moment of waiting. This second birth was…
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Preparing for the Future: Why I Updated My Will at 38 Weeks Pregnant
At 38 weeks pregnant, I’ve been checking things off my list — hospital bag, baby essentials, freezer meals, and yes… even my Last Will & Testament. Let’s talk about it. How many of you actually have a will?Have you ever thought…
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Things I Learned During My 28-Week Ultrasound Appointment
Pregnancy is truly wild. The things our bodies go through to bring life into the world are nothing short of incredible—and sometimes a little shocking. Since finding out about Eris’s enlarged left kidney during my anatomy ultrasound, I’ve been going in…
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Life Lately + Expo Recap
Whew! It’s been a minute, hasn’t it? Between building brands, managing multiple businesses, navigating motherhood, and wearing my nonprofit hat, life has been anything but still. But if there’s one thing I’ve learned this season, it’s that grace and growth often…
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Baby Reveal
Life lately has been a whirlwind of emotions, changes, and beautiful moments as we prepare to welcome baby #2 into our lives. It still feels surreal that we’re about to embark on this journey again—but this time, with a little more…
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Phoenix is 5
Wow. Five years. It feels like just yesterday I held him in my arms for the first time—six pounds of pure love, born naturally, without intervention. My rainbow baby. My light after the storm. Naming him was important to me. I…
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A New Adventure Begins
2025 is already shaping up to be a wild ride, and honestly, I wouldn’t have it any other way. We’re gearing up for a whole new adventure—Codename: Baby Spawn—coming soon to bring more chaos, love, and everything in between. If there’s…
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How to Pivot When Plans Fall Apart
No matter how carefully we plan, life has a way of throwing curveballs. We map out our future, set goals, and build toward something meaningful—only to have everything shift in an instant. Whether it’s losing a loved one, facing unexpected business…
Merging Creativity with Purpose for Lasting Change
