My Non-linear Journey of how I Got From There to Here - A New Type of Support for Moms
For the past 5 years, I have served the grieving community, as a solopreneur and in a partnership. It has been an honor to work with individuals and corporations. I enjoyed the opportunities to (co)lead workshops and talks helping people (and corporations) become more grief-informed by providing practical strategies that all can implement. Now, in addition to serving grievers,I’m focused on moms struggling with the pulls of the mental, physical, and spiritual aspects of their motherhood journey.
Introducing The Non-Linear Journey
I am thrilled to share the launching of my company, the Non-Linear Journey, with a new specialized focus on matrescence. Matrescence, simply put, is the process of becoming a mother. It encompasses all the physical, psychological, and emotional changes that occur with motherhood (Mama Rising).
What is Matrescence?!
When I learned about the concept of matrescence from Amy Taylor-Kabbaz's book Mama Rising, my mind was blown. I wish I had learned about it before having my children, but it is never too late, right?
On a personal level, it validated and helped explain all of what I was going through as a mother.
On a professional level, I knew I had to help share it with every single mother that I know. (I will write more about matrescence in future. I have a lot to share!)
When I became a mom for the first time, during the height of COVID, I started to realize how few resources there were to support the emotional health of postpartum moms. I began to feel the pull to serve moms specifically through their motherhood journey.
When I became a mom the second time and struggled significantly with my own postpartum anxiety, the pull became that much stronger. So, when my partnership drew to a close, and as I considered my next steps, something clicked for me. It was time to listen to that pull that had been growing over the last few years. It was time to change focus and create a special program specifically for moms by another mom.
Combining Grief Support with Supporting Moms
It feels as though everything that I worked for and trained for has been guiding me in this direction. My unique background in grief equips me to help moms navigate their changing emotional landscape.
Becoming a mom is full of many, many changes in physical and mental state, really, every single aspect of our lives as we know it is different. That is the very essence of what grief is - change. Oh boy is there grief in motherhood!
(Note: Grief is the normal and natural reaction to a loss of any kind. It is also the end/change in a familiar pattern of behavior. Grief can be both positive and negative(Grief Recovery Institute). Pretty much sums up motherhood, right?!)
We can grieve the life that we had while loving madly this tiny human that you birthed.
Grief and gratitude exist together a lot in motherhood.
As a mom, on my motherhood journey, navigating the ups and downs, especially after my second child, I understand the struggles and lack of resources available.
As a grief specialist & educator, I have a unique perspective and skillset to coach mothers.
WAYS I HELP:
I’m excited to share that I am now accepting clients for all my services.
6-Month Motherhood Coaching Experience
My kid-conscious program is created to meet moms exactly where you are - mentally and physically. It’s part best friend, coach, mentor, and cheerleader combined to help you (or a mom you know) continue to be or become the person and mom that you want to be.
If you know any mommas - at any stage of motherhood - or if you are struggling, please send them my info or reach out. I would love to connect to see if we are a good fit via a no-string attached consult.
Want to work through a pressing issue on your mind? Have you ever felt or thought any of these:
Do you feel that you can't share your true thoughts and feelings with your spouse, friends, or mommy group?
Do you have a pressing issues(s) weighing on you right now?
Do you need a reality/sanity check/want to be validated and heard?
Do you want a safe and judgment-free space to share all of your thoughts and feelings?
Are you struggling with Mom guilt?
Are you rethinking your career aspirations?
Do you have mixed feelings about the end of maternity leave? Scared/sad to be away from the baby and excited to use your brain.
No clue who you are anymore?
No clue what you like anymore?
Grieving your old life?
Let’s dive in. Schedule a call today. Or, share this with someone that you think may benefit from it.
As a mom, you shoulder the emotional weight of many. But remember, you don't have to face your losses alone. It’s imperative to process your grief and loss so that you can not only show up for yourself, but for your family as well. This is an eight-week evidence-based and action-based program to work through grief and loss. Schedule a call today.
(Note: this program is not just for moms, but for anyone who needs support).
More Resources for Moms
Products that will inspire, educate, and bring clarity, and comfort. Stay tuned. Sign up to receive updates.
Identity Workbook Launch - ’m also thrilled to share that I am in the process of finalizing a workbook focused on navigating identity around motherhood. This is very near and dear to my heart and I cannot wait to unleash it into the world. Stay tuned for more details and a pre-launch date.
Blog - for my thoughts and inspiration around motherhood and grief.
Newsletter - it may include new blogs, tools, updates, and more. (Promise, I will only send when I have something worthwhile to share)
If this is not for you, and you know any mommas that this will help - at any stage of motherhood - please share this with them.
I would be incredibly grateful if you:
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Join my newsletter (Promise, no spam, and will only send when I have something to say!)
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I truly appreciate you being on this non-linear journey with me and for sharing this information with anyone that you think will find this healing.
Thank you for your support! And, if you got this far, thank you for reading!
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Sidenote: I am NOT a parenting expert and will only offer parenting opinions upon request. I do have trusted colleagues who are parenting experts that I am happy to connect you with. I am still figuring out what to do with my children!!
