Health – Page 3 of 7 – The Mama Sagas

Already a Mother: Birth after Miscarriage

by Taryn Schroeder | Oct 5, 2017 | Baby, Health, Sagas

Seven years ago, my husband Jason and I traveled to New England for two weeks to visit our family and friends. While we were there, Jason’s cousin Sara threw a cousins' party, and I couldn't wait to see all the cousins I have missed so dearly since we left Vermont....

Running Post-Baby

by Wendy Buck | Aug 15, 2017 | Baby, Health, Sagas

From the moment I held my little girl, Emma, I dove headfirst into motherhood. To say I love being a mom is an understatement and I can confidently say I am pretty darn good at it. That’s not to say it isn’t challenging. It is without a doubt the most challenging...

Maven on a Mission

by Katherine Ryder | Jul 20, 2017 | Health, Sagas, Work

Motherhood has made me a lot more efficient. The first thing I did after having my son, Theo, was to schedule most meetings for 30 minutes as opposed to an hour. Balancing work and spending time with Theo is definitely my biggest challenge. My company, Maven, is...

Motherhood Has Taught Me That Being Fragile is OK

by Katie Riggs | Jun 16, 2017 | Baby, Health, Sagas

Since becoming a mother, I now experience joy, fear, isolation and pride more than I ever imagined I would. Since my daughter came along I have cried harder than I thought possible, but I've also laughed more than I have in years. Motherhood has taught me that being...

#31Mothers: D’Ann

by Saralyn Ward | May 30, 2017 | Elementary, Family, Health, Inspiration

On a warm summer afternoon a couple years ago I was walking along an art festival with my husband and children. Tents were set up along the pedestrian mall with artists of every medium showcasing their beautiful work. We passed a tent of oil paintings and out of the...

Moms and Their Cell Phones

by Saralyn Ward | Oct 4, 2016 | Health, Home, Solutions

I'll admit it: I'm a recovering cell phone addict. And you know what? It feels good to put that sucker in detention for a little bit. Real good. I stopped by Colorado's Everyday show today to talk about why moms are so hooked on their mobile devices, and what they can...

My Mama Saga: “There will always be someone missing.”

by Saralyn Ward | Mar 7, 2016 | Baby, Family, Health

Written by Leandra from Pennsylvania. My first pregnancy was picture perfect. Pregnant on the first try, no worries, no issues; we were blissfully unaware. Fast forward after 5 long years of infertility issues and one miscarriage, and we were finally far enough along...

over the hump.

by Saralyn Ward | Jan 5, 2016 | Baby, Health

Let me tell you a little something about the last 8 weeks. They have been HARD. Way harder than after my first daughter was born. Between C section recovery, a death in the family, a fire, a baby with medical issues who never wanted to be put down, and sleeping 3 or 4...