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Notes from Jess
June's mom. Imperfectionist. Outfit repeater. Navigating her mid-thirties and, maybe against better judgement, sharing life lessons, failures, and wins on the internet.
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Honest thoughts on a second baby, the *right* timing + the psychic spirit baby reading that left me saying, "what the actual f*ck?!" 🤯
Yes, I'm 38, yes I'm still wrestling with the "second baby." No, it still doesn't feel like the right time to try for another. Also...you've gotta hear this story.
I have spent more hours thinking about how to answer *this one question* than I have about almost anything else in my adult life
What is it that allows us to keep LIVING, rather than feeling trapped by circumstances we can't control?
12 little things bringing big joy to summer ☀️
the best summer recipe you MUST make, a new birthday tradition you'll want to copy, home updates, a couple new products I am LOV-ING–and more!
"Weird" psychology tapes from the '90s, a GAP bikini, and how my mom prepared me for the hardest decade of my life
For anyone navigating hardship or feeling trapped by circumstances beyond their control. This is for you. 💛
One of my biggest life revelations just came from a…microwaved hot dog
Yep, I said what I said. You might need to hear this one too. 😆
What we're getting wrong about the whole "fun mom" thing
It's not your job to be the "magic maker for your kids." It's your job to be the magic maker for YOU.
What if we just stopped accepting "survival mode" in motherhood as normal?
I didn't write a motherhood book (yet), *but* I've been working on something better. (Open call for beta clients!)
(Recording) How to build a successful online business that supports your dream life with Sam Vander Wielen
If you've been thinking of venturing out on your own (or hoping to grow your existing biz!) this one's for you!
The new job security? Working for yourself! No BS tips on building an online business that works for your life. (Substack Live this Tues @ 12pm CST!)
Join my next Substack Live with author + online entrepreneur Sam Vander Wielen