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The Choice of Motherhood
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I help moms find joy in slowing down and living more intentionally.
Do you feel like you're constantly in survival mode? Are you overwhelmed by your schedule? Are you exhausted from the clutter in your home? Do you want to be present for your family?
Welcome to The Choice of Motherhood, where we explore the beauty of minimalism, mindfulness, and intentional living. Join me on this journey as a single mother navigating life with ADHD and raising a child with Down syndrome and autism. Here, you'll discover tips on decluttering your home, creating calming routines, and embracing a slower, more meaningful lifestyle. Together, we'll step away from hustle culture and cultivate a life filled with peace, purpose, and joy.
Subscribe for practical advice, inspiring stories, and a supportive community of like-minded women. Let's simplify, slow down, and live intentionally!
👤 Join the PRIVATE Facebook Group for wellness cruise vacations groups/travelingbeyondboundaries
Do you feel like you're constantly in survival mode? Are you overwhelmed by your schedule? Are you exhausted from the clutter in your home? Do you want to be present for your family?
Welcome to The Choice of Motherhood, where we explore the beauty of minimalism, mindfulness, and intentional living. Join me on this journey as a single mother navigating life with ADHD and raising a child with Down syndrome and autism. Here, you'll discover tips on decluttering your home, creating calming routines, and embracing a slower, more meaningful lifestyle. Together, we'll step away from hustle culture and cultivate a life filled with peace, purpose, and joy.
Subscribe for practical advice, inspiring stories, and a supportive community of like-minded women. Let's simplify, slow down, and live intentionally!
👤 Join the PRIVATE Facebook Group for wellness cruise vacations groups/travelingbeyondboundaries
Why I need to start living intentionally again
I've been struggling the past few years with living intentionally. A recent trip was very eye opening to how I want to live better and reset to where I was a few years ago. In this video I share what has been going on and my plan for getting back into a slower and simpler life again.
My other channels:
Wellness cruise travel - @travelingbeyondboundaries
My health journey - @mama.is.getting.healthy
#intentionalliving #minimalism #mindfulness
My other channels:
Wellness cruise travel - @travelingbeyondboundaries
My health journey - @mama.is.getting.healthy
#intentionalliving #minimalism #mindfulness
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Group Cruise! Plus Private Facebook Group!
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👤 Join the PRIVATE Facebook Group for cruisers who are solo women and single mothers by choice at groups/singlemotherbychoicecruises 🏖️ Mexican Riveria Group Cruise - www.travelingbeyondboundaries.com/mexican-riviera.html
So much to do and no clue where to start
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Ramblings as a mom with ADHD who is very overwhelmed right now.
Losing Friends and Family | Challenges as a Single Mother by Choice
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Let's talk about how hard it is when you become a parent and people choose to leave your life. #singlemombychoice #singlemomlife #singlemomchallenges
Me Time? What's That? | Challenges as a Single Mother by Choice
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Let's talk about me time and the challenges of being a single mother by choice #singlemombychoice #singlemomlife #specialneedsmom
Mexican Riviera Cruise - Casual Pack with Me
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Mexican Riviera Cruise - Casual Pack with Me
Four Years Old! Update on Feeding Tube, Activities, Favourites, and More!
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Four Years Old! Update on Feeding Tube, Activities, Favourites, and More!
8 Months as a Family | Post Adoption Update
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8 Months as a Family | Post Adoption Update
7 Months as a Family | Post Adoption Update
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7 Months as a Family | Post Adoption Update
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6 Months as a Family | Post Adoption Update
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5 Months as a Family | Post Adoption Update
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4 Months as a Family | Post Adoption Update
Korean Studio Apartment Tour... From 2008 😂
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Korean Studio Apartment Tour... From 2008 😂
3 Months as a Family | Post Adoption Update
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3 Months as a Family | Post Adoption Update
2 Months as a Mother | Post Adoption Update
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2 Months as a Mother | Post Adoption Update
2 Months as a Daughter | Post Adoption Update
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2 Months as a Daughter | Post Adoption Update
One Month as a Mother | Post Adoption Update
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One Month as a Mother | Post Adoption Update
One Month as a Daughter | Post Adoption Update
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One Month as a Daughter | Post Adoption Update
Homeschooling While Working | Version 2
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Homeschooling While Working | Version 2
International Adoption Pick-Up Trip Packing | Come Pack with Me
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International Adoption Pick-Up Trip Packing | Come Pack with Me
10 Reasons I'm One and DONE! | Single Mother by Choice
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10 Reasons I'm One and DONE! | Single Mother by Choice
Meet My Daughter | Bulgaria Adoption | International Adoption | Down Syndrome Adoption
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Meet My Daughter | Bulgaria Adoption | International Adoption | Down Syndrome Adoption
5 Reasons I Don't Like Charlotte Mason Homeschooling Style
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5 Reasons I Don't Like Charlotte Mason Homeschooling Style
10 Reasons I LOVE the Charlotte Mason Homeschooling Style
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10 Reasons I LOVE the Charlotte Mason Homeschooling Style
So cute ❤❤❤❤
You had such a great experience in South Korea, so why not go back? My second choice is India. You seemed pretty excited to go there back when you thought you would be adopting from there.
I totally want to go to both! South Korea is high on my list of places to run away to lol
Hey there! Long time no see! I just wanted to say that this is something that I think a lot of moms, single or not, are struggling with. Just coming to yourself while still taking care of another being. I think it just takes time and little steps. I hope things will calm down soon!
Thank you so much!
Love these types of videos from you. We've got to chat because I focused on this a lot this summer!
Definitely! I'm going to message you 😊
Adoption isnt about ownership its about giving a child another opportunity.
I totally agree with you! Attachment needs to happen though in order for families to be successful though.
Thank you for making this video you saved me money and heartache I had an adoption orientation with Holt International adoption agency. I also want to adopt a little girl from Bulgaria
I'm glad you found it helpful. I wish you luck on your journey, if you have any questions please feel free to ask!
So, so, so Cool!
It was!
Day 6 here. Was feeling pretty good then sat up too long lol back to bed I go! Ty for sharing your journey.
Definitely rest up! Hope your healing goes well 🥰
Can’t imagine how difficult this is, taking care of special needs child plus everything else. Question: when you considered this adoption, did you visualize the future hardships?
I knew it wouldn't be easy but honestly absolutely nothing can prepare you for parenting (even a typical child) until you're in it. There has been some stuff that I was fully prepared for but other stuff, like sleep issues and the endless noise, I couldn't imagine what it would be like. Also work has changed a lot over the past couple years, which there was zero way of knowing that. Most days when I'm super overwhelmed it isn't because of parenting, it's because work takes so much from me when it didn't before so by the time I get home I already have nothing left to give. Weekends and holiday breaks are amazing usually because with the work stress off my plate I can manage everything else. It's a huge reason why I'm hoping to change careers eventually because it's burning me out.
I totally understand sis and good seeing you share ❤
Hang in there. Just one thing. Do one thing
Thanks!
Bravo to your bro! Looks like he has been amazing! I know it’s disheartening & disappointing - try to focus on the good people around you ❤
He's been incredible! I'm so grateful to have him!
Would you be comfortable using respite care? Part of my problem is I don't think others understand my son the way I do. Also, after so much time in institutions, I don't want him to feel he has been sent somewhere else. At this point there is no one but me (my sister is a big help) to care for him, but even if there were I'm not sure if I would be comfortable.
Unfortunately I can't seem to find anyone for respite! I have one friend that does it occasionally but because it's so rare I usually use the time to clean the house.
I hear where you're coming from!!
BULGARIA!!! Cheap... You could move to Varna and live near the Black Sea!! 🇧🇬
Exactly...but my space is cluttered so I procrastinate.
Japan
Norway
Oooo we are visiting there in July! Might need to scope it out for longer 😊
Yes. Too bad I'm married to a maximalist 🙈
I totally could NOT live that way 😂 my mom is and her house stresses me out. My brother lives with me and although he has some trinkets, I pushed him towards minimalism years before he moved here.
It barely goes below freezing in Toronto
I grew up in Niagara. Toronto gets hit worse with snow than where I live now.
Not bad. But it's summer in the southern hemisphere and winter in the northern, so it's not actually that uncommon
-38 over in central alberta
Girrrl think about your minimalist preferences from not long ago lol
Haha I'm still a minimalist, just not for some things 😂
I think I ran across you originally when I was searching TTC stuff YEARS ago lol I’m glad you are back!
I remember you! Welcome back!
Thanks! I remember you too!
Yay! Love your rambling! Welcome back x
Yay, thank you!
OG over here ❤ glad to see you're back
Thanks! 🥰🥰🥰 So glad to have og friends here!!
I remember you welcome back
Thanks 🥰
Single mom here. I've commented before, but don't remember what it was about. My son is also from Bulgaria...Down syndrome... nonverbal... Autistic tendencies...(whatever) We are much older than you...68 and 22. My son came home at 17 years old. I've recently made contact with his birth family. I enjoy listening to ramblings so look forward to your posts.
OG over here! ✊️✊️🎉🎉🎉
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If you want to see how life is now for us, go check out my other channel at www.youtube.com/@travelingbeyondboundaries
If you want to see how life is now for us, go check out my other channel at www.youtube.com/@travelingbeyondboundaries
If you want to see how life is now for us, go check out my other channel at www.youtube.com/@travelingbeyondboundaries
If you want to see how life is now for us, go check out my other channel at www.youtube.com/@travelingbeyondboundaries
This is way late but she’s probably used to being strapped on someone all day. That’s how they do in a lot of foreign countries so strap her onto you when she’s acting out or screaming. She won’t hurt herself and she will be next to you but yeah she’s grieving and she can’t tell you.
I am interested in how the little girl is progressing. So far, all seems about the mom. Hope she is blessed enough to cope with this sweet baby.
Obviously you are new to this channel. From 2013-2020 I documented MY journey to becoming a mom. I focused completely on me and my true authentic feelings and helped many people feel they weren't alone. There might be some post adoption updates on this channel from when she first came home but this channel is no longer active and I removed most videos so I'm not sure. If you would like to see my incredible daughter and her amazing progress there are videos over at @travelingbeyondboundaries where I took video the first six months she was home, plus slowly adding videos from our adventures this summer. I did post a 2022 in review video where you can see her walking progression! Starting this summer we will be starting bigger travels outside of Canada. The focus is still directed towards myself, as I don't like how many CZcams channels focus on their children due to ongoing privacy issues in the community, but you will get to see how she's been doing since she's been home.
Is the little girl involved in Down Syndrome programs ? Nursery school ? Would love to see more about the little girl and her growth and adjustment.
You adopted her, she is yours. Most adopted children go thru periods where they feel they were not a part of their adopted family. Troubling for them. She is yours.
Have you adopted before? I would love to hear your experience of when you felt attached to your child. Or maybe you are an adoptee? If so I'm sorry you felt that way, my daughter has special needs so her compensation of things is very different than a typical child. Either way it's been almost three years since this video and I've come to realize that my issues with attachment came from fear that things weren't going to happen. After over seven years of failures it was hard to believe she was actually coming home. Lack of attachment was trying to protect me from the heartache of losing her because that's what I felt was going to happen. Thankfully it didn't and she's been home two and a half years now. She is Mama's princess and fully knows how loved she is.
why are you not showing your daughter its not your update
But it is my update... It's about our time together as a family.... Those that had followed my journey were used to me doing these types of videos 🤷🏻♀️
Hello ! I have a question when you started noticed full effect from visanne ? After 3 months ? Thank you so much for help other women with the same issue like you god bless you 🌹
Does it takw away ur period completely...it feels so unatural
Yes, it puts you into menopause. It is unnatural but endometriosis is debilitating for many and therefore sometimes medical menopause is the best option.
I like to hear your updates! My son came home from Bulgaria almost 4 years ago. He was 17 years old so you would think we are dealing with different issues. Actually, very similar to E. My son was deaf in all the paperwork. We had an ABR (sedated test)...results were normal hearing both ears. Glasses for farsighted and strabismis. His eye did straighten some what with glasses. It took nearly 2 years to get a toothbrush in his mouth. Still no dental visit.😠😖 Again, I do enjoy the updates!!
Thanks! Emrys didn't have anything for her hearing in her paperwork (same with eyes, they said she was too young to be assessed). All her hearing tests have been here. There were other things in her paperwork that turned out to not be an issue but her hearing was never tested there. She's very hard to test though, so I don't feel we've had an accurate assessment. She does have physical issues with her right ear though so I can see the right ear results being at least somewhat accurate.
Ahh this is so lovely to watch! She’s come so far! You are doing a great job :)