The last eight weeks of postpartum have been an amazing transition, and I’ve found a few key things that have made this season easier for me. If you’re navigating the newborn phase and looking for ways to make it smoother, here are three things that have helped me. 1. Napping…
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January 23, 2025
How to Create a Successful Breastfeeding Routine: My Newborn’s Nursing Schedule and Journey
Last week, I shared on Instagram that my day starts at 3 a.m. because my daughter, Ry, nurses like clockwork at that time. The post sparked so many questions! You wanted to know if she follows a feeding regimen, how I learned what I know about breastfeeding, and whether I…
January 16, 2025
Re-Learning Meal Planning for My Little Family
Cooking for two has turned out to be much harder than I ever imagined. When my husband and I moved in together, we only had a few months of settling into shared meals before life changed dramatically—we found out we were pregnant! Suddenly, everything about cooking became more complicated. My…
December 19, 2024
Managing Finances Now That We’re Married
In the real world, personal finances are already challenging to manage—so it’s no surprise that shared finances come with their own set of complexities.
December 12, 2024
My Postpartum Must-Haves
Here are postpartum care essentials that have been absolute lifesavers during this time:
December 11, 2024
My First Holiday Gift Guide:
At the heart of gift-giving is attunement. It’s more than just paying attention; it’s about being aware of and responsive to the people you love.
December 6, 2024
To My Daughter, Ryu Zara
My labor with you was remarkably peaceful. We had a scheduled induction, beginning at 3:30 PM, and you arrived almost exactly eleven hours later after just two big pushes.
October 9, 2024
My Husband Thinks My Food Is Bland—And I’m Devastated
When we first started dating, I asked him how he liked to be romanced. One of his top three answers? Food.
October 7, 2024
How Sourdough Helps Me Find Happiness
Estee is my fifth attempt at creating a sourdough starter. My first try followed a TikTok creator’s instructions to the letter, and while I learned a lot—like discarding the starter into the trash, not the sink, and how much environment impacts the process.
Hello, I'm Stacey!
I’m a newlywed, new housewife, and stay-at-home mom learning to embrace this beautiful season of life with intention and happiness. Here, I share my journey of creating a happy home, personal style tips, and practical advice for living richly in every moment.