she strives to do it all
Here I am, resuming my writing journey after eight months of procrastination. The thing is I haven’t forgotten about writing. I was juggling to adjust into my new rhythm of life. My life after maternity which I am trying to adapt with a full time job and two kids on board. I’ve seen countless times…
Yesterday I spent a full day with my little ones, a 7-month old baby and a 3 years old toddler on my own. We had breakfast and lunch together, took turn to feed just because my toddler emulated her baby brother. We rode on a bus to catch ballet taster class and visited the dentist….
Parenthood has been a journey filled with unexpected challenges and joys. There are things they don’t tell you about parenthood. Emotional Complexity When I became a parent, I was overwhelmed by a whirlwind of emotions. I was so focused in having a child that I overlooked about the “how” to parenting. The love and joy…
Motherhood and career are two significant and rewarding paths that many women simultaneously navigate. While both roles offer unique challenges and enrichments, finding a balance between them can sometimes feel like undertaking a high-wire act. However, with strategic planning and flexible approaches, it is possible to maintain a fulfilling career while embracing the joys and…
If you have been following my blog, you will see that my recent posts are related to chapters of motherhood. Yes, I’m on maternity leave since November 2023. What else I could be writing? As my newborn is coming to two and half months old now, my first born baby girl isn’t slowing down in…
My partner came back and rushed me to the hospital at 10am. Just as I was in pain and anxious about unexpected early labour, my 2 years old daughter said the most unexpected and wonderful thing: “Mommy in pain? I am here mommy” and gave me a hug. Vaginal Birth C-Section (VBAC) 2 years ago,…
Counting down to my due date, I was craving for food based on what I saw and heard around me. Chicken rice, yummm… I specifically mentioned to my partner that I wanted nothing but chicken rice. The dish paired well with my aunt’s home made spicy chilli paste. My partner further toned down the spice…
November 2023 is surely a month to remember. My brother and his wife on the other side of world are expecting their first child. My brother-in-law and his wife are expecting their second child. Difference by a week, one after another, my partner and I are expecting our baby number 2 at the end of…
6.35am, she is not awake yet. Surprised by my little pumpkin’s recent early-rise punctuality has changed. I didn’t have a smooth sleep last night, few were disrupted by her nightmares. Funny enough, I wouldn’t be bothered as much prior to motherhood. Life has changed ever since. Her sleep dictates my sleep quality. Anyone would be…
Since becoming a mother, I thought a lot about what kind of world I’d like my daughter to live in. My mother sacrificed her greater ambition for the family. I grew up with the common perception that women belong to the kitchen and are not worth investing in. Mediocre like me did not receive myriad…