In November 2025, I left my full-time job to stay home with my two littles. If you had asked me a few years earlier if I ever saw myself becoming a stay-at-home mom, I would have said nope. I truly loved my job. It brought me purpose, fulfillment, and became a huge part of my identity. But everything changed when returning from maternity leave after having my second child. Dropping my three-month-old baby off at daycare left me with a gut punch feeling I couldn’t shake. One evening, after coming home from work tears filled my eyes, both children were crying, the dog dropped her food dish at my feet, the baby needed to nurse, dinner still needed to be made, and I felt completely defeated. In that moment, I knew something had to change. The very next day, I sat down with my boss and gave my notice. Walking out of that meeting, I felt an overwhelming sense of relief… followed closely by fear. I wondered who I would be without the career I loved. What would people think about me quitting after I just came back from maternity leave? How would I adjust to being home after spending years building a profession that had become such a significant part of who I was?

Before I go any further, I want to say I know staying home isn’t possible or even the best choice for every family. There is absolutely no judgment here. Whether you’re a stay-at-home mom, a working mom, a work-from-home mom, or somewhere in between, we’re all doing the best we can. I feel incredibly grateful that our family had the opportunity to make this decision, and even more grateful for a husband who supported me 100%.

Once I was home, I did what I always do when I’m trying to figure something out, I started learning. I bought books, listened to podcasts, enrolled in courses, read blogs, and little by little started to become the kind of mom I always wanted to be. Because the truth is, there isn’t one “rule book” for motherhood. There are many different perspectives, parenting philosophies, and approaches out there and every family has to discover what works best for them. As I learned, I began to feel lighter. More confident. More intentional. I wasn’t becoming a perfect mom, far from it, but I finally felt like I had cracked the code on enjoying this season of motherhood. That doesn’t mean every day is easy. I still lose my patience sometimes. I still question myself. But, I am learning every single day and enjoying the process.

And that’s exactly why I started Moved by Motherhood. This isn’t a place where you’ll find someone who has all the answers. It’s a place where you’ll find a mom who loves to learn, wants to grow with you, and will share what she’s learning along the way. If you’ve ever felt overwhelmed, unsure of yourself as a mom, or wondered if motherhood could feel more joyful, I hope you’ll stick around. My goal is to publish at least one blog post a week, as I will be writing during nap times so I can still prioritize my family.

One more thing before you go…

The name Moved by Motherhood has a special meaning to me. Before staying home, I spent my entire career in the fitness and wellness industry, helping people of all ages and backgrounds become stronger, healthier, and more confident through movement. While this space will focus primarily on respectful parenting, intentional motherhood, and the lessons I’m learning in real time, it will also be a place that reminds moms to care for themselves.

Because you matter, too. Whether you’re a stay-at-home mom, a work-from-home mom, or work outside the home, your health and wellness are not selfish, they’re essential.

I’m so grateful you’re here, and I can’t wait to grow alongside you.

Welcome to Moved by Motherhood.

With Gratitude,
Angie
Moved by Motherhood