Jam Naturals' Blog

Breastfeeding, Teething, Motherhood, Pumping, Natural birth, New mom, Parenting
August 20, 2018

One Of The Hardest Breakups I've Endured

"Last night I ended a relationship. It was a long time coming and became really toxic after a while. And even though it’s for the best, I can’t help but long to try again, one more time, to make it work."

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Surviving Teething
January 10, 2018

Surviving Teething

Now… you’re here because I talked about teething and how torturous it has been. Seriously, I’ve been in survival mode for the past month and a half. Poor Juliet was welcomed into this word with an array of issues and hasn’t been able to catch a break. She’s probably like “see, mom! this is why I stayed in the womb for so long!” My apologies, kid. My most sincerest apologies.

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Don’t Surround Your Baby in Plastic!
December 18, 2017

Don’t Surround Your Baby in Plastic!

"In light of recent studies about the dangers of BPA and the chemicals that are leached from plastic in general, it seems only fitting that we should look for healthier and more sustainable alternatives to plastics for our children."

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Budgeting the Expense of Motherhood on an Introverts Salary
December 04, 2017

Budgeting the Expense of Motherhood on an Introverts Salary

I'm selfish with my time; even more so after having a baby.

These days, Quiet, reflective moments are understandably few and far between. So when I do come across an additional 30 minutes of the day that I don't owe to anyone, or need to use productively; It's like finding a $50 bill in the back pocket of a pair of jeans; I don't want to tell anyone, or have to give it up.

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