How I Transformed My Life One Weekend at a Time—Without Leaving Home

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From skincare breakthroughs to postpartum challenges, a candid look at juggling content creation, motherhood, and the everyday moments that make it all worthwhile.

Friday Night Chaos: The Missing Memory Card

Some nights, everything goes wrong before it goes right. That was my Friday, scrambling to get ready for a brand dinner at Lola, my favorite Nashville spot, only to realize my memory card had vanished. So, I started vlogging on my phone—because sometimes you just have to roll with it.

The event, hosted by the wonderful April for Codly, a skincare brand I’ve been curious about, was refreshingly authentic. I wore my go-to Odd Muse set with a chic bout bag, and somehow, the perfect outfit made the chaos feel manageable.

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The Hair Struggle: Postpartum Reality Check

Let’s talk about something rarely discussed enough: postpartum hair loss. It’s not just a little shedding—it’s clumps of hair in the shower, a flaky scalp, and a confidence hit you don’t see coming.

Friday morning, coffee in hand, house in semi-order, I reached for my holy grail: the Actre cold-pressed stem cell scalp serum. I’m on my fifth bottle—not a sponsored plug, just real love for a product that works.

Why It Works

Postpartum hair loss hit me hard, but Actre’s three-step system (shampoo, conditioner, and serum) has been a lifesaver. Every night, I massage in two pipettes of serum. A six-week study showed 49% less shedding, but the real proof? My baby hairs are growing back. The key is consistency—real results take time, and this journey has taught me to be patient with my post-baby body.

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Draft Weekend: Football and Family

Living with an NFL staffer means weekends can feel unconventional. Dylan, who works for the Tennessee Titans, was caught up in draft mania. Thursday’s first-round pick, Cam Ward from Miami, had us buzzing, but Dylan’s late nights (until midnight both Friday and Saturday) meant I was on solo mom duty with our almost-one-year-old, Maverick.

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The Codly Dinner: Skincare with Soul

The Codly dinner stood out for its authenticity. Their grape-based products and clean ingredient ethos felt genuine, not transactional. Their star serum, touted as stronger than traditional vitamin C, tackles dark spots and wrinkles with a texture and scent that’s a joy to use. The goodie bag—a chic LLBean tote, a spa-like candle, Ilia mascara, Jenny Bird earrings, and a full Codly routine—was a thoughtful touch I’m excited to test.

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Saturday Vibes: Markets and Milestones

Saturday was gloriously imperfect. Despite relentless rain, Maverick and I braved the Franklin farmers market—well, we tried. The Factory was a zoo, but sometimes you just need to get out.

Retail Therapy

We ended up at The Little Cottage, a baby boutique that’s both a wallet-drainer and a heart-filler. Shopping for Maverick’s new clothes (Kite Baby onesies and tiny shorts) hit me hard—he’s growing so fast. New mom tip: The Doona car seat system was a game-changer for solo outings during Dylan’s intense work months.

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The Birthday Countdown: Time Flies

Maverick’s first birthday is looming, coinciding with Mother’s Day, and I’m an emotional wreck. How is my newborn almost one? Planning a party feels daunting—family only or friends too?—but the real ache is knowing his newborn days are gone forever. It’s not about wanting another baby; it’s about missing his tiny moments.

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Sunday Serenity: Simple Joys

Sunday was our redemption. A leisurely breakfast at Urban Market (post-nap, of course) and an impromptu steak night at home. Dylan manned the cast iron grill, I played sous chef, and with Maverick asleep upstairs, the golden sunset made everything feel perfect.

The Takeaway

This weekend was a whirlwind of brand events, family life, personal struggles, and quiet joys. My hair’s growing back, Codly’s skincare is promising, and Maverick’s on the verge of walking (send help). Motherhood has taught me that the days are long, but the years are fleeting. The perfect Instagram moment pales next to the real, messy ones—like a missing memory card or a perfectly grilled steak.

What small moments from your week felt bigger than expected? Sometimes it’s the baby hairs or a quiet dinner that means the most.

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