Spoonful of Stacey - oh, the wild ride of motherhood

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Oh, the wild ride of motherhood!

With seven pregnancies under my belt from 2017 to 2023, I’ve had to get crafty with my fashION game. My little girl was all about DIY spas, hair makeovers, and playing dress-up, just like I used to do with my friends and family. But with my body constantly changing and growing, finding clothes that align with my sustainable values and make me feel confident has been a challenge. Tight clothes on my belly? No thanks! And as my body grew, I needed support without feeling constricted. That's why we've made the decision to produce our own sustainable apparel from 100% recycled materials. Our made-to-order approach ensures that there is no excess, making it a slow-fashion choice that you'll cherish for years to come. Additionally, we offer styles that are designed to flatter every BODY. Our moto, Can we make this ourcellves? Can this be sourced more sustainably? We love to upcycle, reuse, and recycle our garments!

Now it’s not just about the clothes..After my first child, I felt so disconnected from my body - like it wasn’t even mine anymore! Nipples, breasts, vagina, brain - all now shared with this little piece of me. And trust me, my nip slip during a breastfeeding session was not an attempt to stay relevant as a mom. Yet, every child brings about such intense physical and emotional changes within a mother. And with each birth, the bond between mother and child deepens. It’s truly a beautiful thing, especially when they enter the world through the birth portal (AKA vaginal birth) - that’s when the psychological effects for both mom and baby are out of this world!

Motherhood is a journey that is both fulfilling and challenging. Pregnancy has taught me the importance of sticking to my core values in all aspects; battling imbalanced hospitals and healthcare, setting boundaries with those who choose to stay wounded, not selling myself out or my businesses during a world wide pandemic restricting income drastically, purchasing sustainably, and dressing myself while feeling confident at the same time.

It’s never just about the clothes, (what’s on the outside) but also about feeling connected to my own body. Every child brings about intense spiritual, mental, physical and emotional changes within a mother, and with each birth, the bond between mother and child has the opportunity to deepen. The beauty of childbirth, especially if we allow it, is that it fosters healing and understanding of our bodies and ancestry, as we evolve and heal our planet.

Every time I wiggle out of my cocoon of comfort whether it be from a generational pattern we are healing, childbirth, or a release of old perspectives to name a few examples, and take a leap, shedding my old skin, I feel like I'm having an identity crisis. It's like some invisible force ( aka energy ) is tugging at my soul, rearranging and realigning my magnetic energy. As the outdated parts of me fade away, I realize that holding on to old habits and beliefs is like trying to tune in to a fuzzy radio station. It's just static and confusion.

But understanding that this is all part of the process of growth helps me deal with the impostor syndrome. It's a chance to unlock and awaken the parts of me that have been dormant for too long. I can heal and nourish these neglected parts of me by listening to what they need and nurturing a deeper connection with myself.

So, let's get curious like kittens and dive deep into our inner world, exploring all the stored information and creating a new, vibrant self. It's time to awaken our DNA and RNA and unleash our full potential!