Tag: Rode De Jager

"I did what most mothers do: I tried to push through. I added more structure, more rest, more help. My husband stood beside me, steady and kind, while I did everything that was “right.” And yet, the anxiety would not lift.."

"One thing I have learned about mom circles is that while we crave connection, we often struggle with authenticity. I remember attending my first mom’s group, and everyone seemed so put together. It felt like an unspoken competition of who had it all figured out. But the moment I shared a raw, honest struggle, something changed. Other moms started sharing too. Vulnerability opened the door for connection."

Adoption. It’s a word that carries so much weight—filled with sensitivity, complexity, and yet, unmatched beauty. I share our journey with the hope that it will bring encouragement, weaving a new narrative for those considering this path. Above all, we want our children to know, "You are loved, you belong, and your story matters here."