Seeing Life Through a new mum’s (tired) lens

welcome to just kellybeans

Hi there! I’m Kelly—a new mom navigating the beautiful chaos of motherhood with my sweet and sassy baby girl, born in the beginning of 2024. After retiring from my career as a dental hygienist, I’ve set out on a new adventure in the non-profit world, while embracing the rollercoaster ride of parenting. I’m excited to share my journey, my lessons, and (hopefully) a whole lot of laughs with you here on Just Kellybeans!

Motherhood is the most important role I’ll ever take on. It’s an incredible journey, but let’s be real—it can also be lonely, overwhelming, and full of surprises no one really warns you about (seriously, why didn’t anyone tell me this?). Like many new moms, I’ve found myself Googling, reading, and obsessing over everything baby-related. Somewhere along the way, I realized I craved a space where I could talk about all of it—the joys, the struggles, the lessons, and everything in between.

This blog is where I’ll share my experiences as a first-time mom, learning to embrace all these life changes, while juggling my love for travel, fashion, beauty, and self-care. I want to help other moms feel seen, supported, and maybe even save you a few headaches by sharing what’s worked for me (and what hasn’t!).

They say it takes a village—and I wholeheartedly agree. My hope is to create a virtual village here, where moms like us can connect, share stories, and remind each other that we’re never alone on this journey. Whether you’re looking for tips on navigating the early days of motherhood, help filtering through the millions of baby products on the market, advice on travelling with a baby for the first time, or just someone who gets it, you’re in the right place.

So, grab a drink (coffee, tea, or an ice cold margarita—no judgment here!) and join me as we navigate this wild, wonderful world of motherhood together.

Thanks for stopping by—let’s build this village, one post at a time!