With the spring season comes change and in very “on brand” style, we decided to embrace a full on business move and pivot on our business model. I must admit, I’ve been a little removed from the blog but I promise it’s for good reason. After 4+ years, we bid farewell to little Lola & tots last month and launched our brand new co-working space with childcare in order to bridge the work and childcare gap so characteristic to parents within the community. To say that it has been chaotic is an understatement.
I know as parents, it’s easy to continue moving at full speed while not allowing time to check in with ourselves. The every day hustle coupled with the ongoing work and family demands force us into what feels like a constant juggling act. Our family structure changed 9 months ago when my sister and I became foster parents to my 6 year old niece, and it wasn’t until the insurmountable stress that came from this recent move that I realized the significance in addressing the impact that this decision has had on our family dynamic. I guess I can thank the stress of last month for igniting the passion to have a mental check in.
My one-on-one weekly dates have quickly turned into a much anticipated time to focus on myself. It is a time I look forward to. Sometimes the conversations are easy flowing, other times I’ve been forced to address sentiments that I’ve grown to avoid so naturally. One thing is for sure though, no matter how uncomfortable it might get, I would not trade this time for anything, not even for the kids, haha!
Dedicating the time to my mental health sparked an important thought. If having a safe space for connection and self reflection helps me feel better, then providing that for our children will afford them the tools necessary for healthy communication and high self esteem. It is with this in mind that I have decided to provide the girls the support and space to address what they feel and learn how to better cope with things they cannot change. It has been challenging to deal with unforeseen dynamics that I did not necessarily think about when it came to this new family structure.
I know it’s an added commitment but I believe that by everyone being able to connect with an unbiased professional, each in their own space to address what’s going on in our minds, can only benefit us as a whole. We just started this journey and relationship but I am feeling positive that by providing this support to the girls, we will learn how to practice patience and empathy. We’ll see how it goes!
Last weekend, we decided to dress up and go brunching. Below are some fun pics of our Sunday Funday in Brooklyn.