Ericka's Blog
Reflections and conversations on life
Jacob: 4 Months Old
1-month update 2-month update 3-month-update Pregnancy & Baby updates Oh baby boy -- 4 months old, I can't believe it! I feel like he's been here forever but really, it was exactly this time last year that he began growing! I don't believe it was even confirmed I...
The Brain Fog Struggle is Real
We interrupt this blog for... Happy Wednesday, friends! I come to you this morning very tired and also sad to see that Donald Trump won Florida & more last night. I typically don't talk politics on the blog but I'm in honesty mode right now. As a Republican, I'm...
What I Used to Think About Being a Mom
Can I tell you something? I had no idea I might never get back to being "me" after having a baby. Before, it was kind of like: Live life -- insert baby -- keep living life. I didn't know it threw you off kilter on nearly every level. Yes, there's the work changes,...
Daily Walks: My Current Key to Sanity
First Off You guys -- I've been feeling so uninspired lately. I guess being a full-time mom with a full-time job leaves little room in your brain for much else! I'm still new at this 🙂 I used to write regular pieces for The Daily Signal (my old workplace) and other...
Loving, Missing, Hating: Life Lately
So life has been a bit sporadic lately but I wanted to check in and let you guys know how it's going -- and what I've been loving lately 🙂 Loving: Morning smiles with Jacob -- they are so gummy and delicious and whole-hearted. I love that I can make him break out...
7 Things I’ve Learned as a New Mom
1. Zip-up onesies are the only clothes you need. While I enjoy putting Jacob in cute little outfits, the easiest thing to put on a baby is a zip-up onesie. It's quick, painless and nearly squirm-proof. If I do this again, I'll be stocking up on those! Who ever those...