Dear Tennessee Grace

The last time I remember crying this hard in the shower was week 16 of my pregnancy with you. It is October 16th, week 16 was back in May. May seems like a lifetime ago, but I still remember the pain as vivid as a close-up photograph. Week 16 was the week we were given Continue reading

October 10th… We are eight days away from your two-month birthday! The last time I wrote I was so excited that you had reached 4lbs. Today you weight 5.4lbs! You have more than doubled in size since birth. Alot has happened since I last wrote. Your nurses continue to be a god send which is Continue reading

It’s September 23rd. Daddy is at work today so mommy has some time alone to catch you up since the last letter. Daddy’s been trying to continue to work while your healthy and growing so he can spend more time with you once you’re home. He can’t wait to have nap time with you and Continue reading

It is September 14th. We have been living this new life with you for nearly a month. So much has changed in the last 27 days, for mommy and for you. Since your surgery on September 1st, you have amazed all doctors and nurses at your progress! You no longer have a breathing tube! You’re Continue reading

8:58am August 29th. You have been doing amazing! Tolerating your increases in milk intake, active, beautiful heartrate and respiratory rate, learning to use your pacifer and impressing everyone in your NICU pod. This morning you have your brain ultrasound and recheck heart echocardiogram. Premies are at risk for brain bleeds called IVH 😦 This is Continue reading

August 18th 7pm-It has been 12 hours since I gave birth to you and our world as we knew will be forever changed and no matter what lies ahead, the change will be the biggest blessing. This ,we will have to remind ourselves multiple times because life is going to get real different and real Continue reading

I always thought it was odd when people would share their “birth stories”. Celebrities and influencers often do this and it just seemed weird… that was until I became a mommy in the most wild way and now I want to remember every detail because although it was scary, the most terrifying moments of my Continue reading

Before I start where I left off a few days ago. Today is day 10 baby girl! you have been such a fighter and I am so proud of you!! Today however has been the scariest day so far. We will get into my daily blogs of your nicu stay as soon as I catch Continue reading

As I sit here on day 5 in the NICU and things are starting to settle-mentally, emotionally and physically (c-sections are OUCHIE!), I find myself still needing an outlet, a place of zen and peace to calm mommy’s nerves. I have always loved writing. You will learn this about mommy as you get older. I’m Continue reading

In the ever-evolving world, the art of forging genuine connections remains timeless. Whether it’s with colleagues, clients, or partners, establishing a genuine rapport paves the way for collaborative success. Continue reading