The Real Reason Behind "Motherhood Minis"

As per usual, I woke up late last night, overthinking my every step…

and I thought to myself "what if people are offended I am calling this a "Motherhood" event?
Believe me, this is the crazy shit my brain does in the middle of the night! 

But, here is the honest truth about this annual event.
Vulnerability is inevitable here…

Yes, I am a mama myself and I think all mothers deserve to be celebrated! That’s the obvious reason.

But these sessions are rooted in my heart and soul. 
I lost my mother 11 years ago and there isn't a day that goes by that I don't miss her.
I know we've all endured way more tears than our bodies can produce in our lives and I am not trying to make this a pity party!

But…

When I became a mama it was extremely hard for me to celebrate Mother’s Day because I felt cheated. It felt like a day of mourning and not a reason to celebrate.


At first, being busy I didn’t have time to be sad or process my trauma. But as the years kept passing, it became a way for me to honor my loss and turn it into a celebration. I offer these mini-sessions every year now, not just as a random marketing strategy or plug. It became a way for me to deal with and overcome my internal pain.

This is also part of the reason, I choose to Celebrate the Shit out of everything…. because tomorrow is never promised!!!

Life is short and we shouldn't go one day without celebrating this life we get to live!

It has been excruciatingly challenging to live by this mantra for the last few years. These sessions are just what I need to help me and maybe you, celebrate yourself and one another and honor your journey on this earth!

Now that you know why I celebrate motherhood, maybe you will join us on

May 13th for a beautiful and adventurous celebration of life, motherhood, and everything in between!

Now, I always get asked if Dad can join and my answer is….

It is your day and you should get to spend it with WHOEVER and in WHATEVER way you want!

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You should honor and celebrate this year on earth!

The Scoop:

When:

Saturday, May 13th

10 am-6:00 pm

Limited Spots are Opening on April 7th!

Where:

Outdoor Santa Cruz Location TBD

What:

Think Flower Vibes, VW convertible Bug,

disco balls, white lines hanging from a clothesline, champagne, yummy treats,

and decor by The Wonderful

The Wild Bite

You GEt:

20 minutes of frolic fun with me!

20 Edited images with the option to purchase more!

Custom Handmade Gift by Dorothee Mayer Jewelry!

Entered to Win a $50 Gift card from

either:

Amber Moon Boutique, Childish Toyshop, or Home/Work!

Plus

All The Fun you deserve to have on your special mama day!

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Treats and Styling by The Wild Bite!

Plus champs, bubbles, and disco balls!

Are you ready to Celebrate?

Mark Your Calendars and let’s have some fun!

Thank you always friends for being here and continuing to support my ways!

-Leyla