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The Just Because Diaries: Mom Life Stories & Finding Whimsy in Motherhood
Welcome to the Just Because Diaries - where real life meets random chats and plenty of mom moments all while reclaiming joy in the (seemingly) mundane. Hosted by Celeste, a mama who’s just here to keep it real and make you feel like you’re catching up with an old friend. She’s a mom, but also a whole person, navigating the balance of motherhood while rediscovering the joy in doing things just for herself. From the chaos of parenting to the little moments that make life fun, nothing’s…
Episodes
- The Just Because Diaries: Mom Life Stories & Finding Whimsy in Motherhood
When Christmas Comes Early (Whether I'm Ready or Not)
Christmas magic is wonderful…but creating it? That's a whole other story. 😂 In this episode of The Just Because Diaries, we're chatting about the realities of…
- The Just Because Diaries: Mom Life Stories & Finding Whimsy in Motherhood
Ep. 27 In Which I Overthink a Sequined Pumpkin Shirt
This week on The Just Because Diaries, we're chatting about mom friend insecurities and the assumptions we make when we're stuck in our own heads. It all…
- The Just Because Diaries: Mom Life Stories & Finding Whimsy in Motherhood
Let What You Love, Love You Back!: The Joy of Creative Mom Hobbies
What if your creative mom hobbies don’t need to be productive, useful, or have a purpose? This week, we’re talking about why making time for the things we love…
- The Just Because Diaries: Mom Life Stories & Finding Whimsy in Motherhood
So…Can a Family Vacation Actually Feel Like a Vacation?
Can a family vacation with little kids actually feel like a vacation? In this episode of The Just Because Diaries, I’m chatting about my mom life experience of…
- The Just Because Diaries: Mom Life Stories & Finding Whimsy in Motherhood
Realizing I’m Not a Ballerina: Letting Go of What-Ifs in Motherhood
What if you finally tried the thing you’d been wondering about for years…only to realize you absolutely hated it? 😂 In this episode of The Just Because…
- The Just Because Diaries: Mom Life Stories & Finding Whimsy in Motherhood
First Baby? Let’s Talk Newborns: Listener Questions Answered
Expecting your first baby? In this episode of The Just Because Diaries, we’re talking all things newborns and answering listener-submitted questions about…
- The Just Because Diaries: Mom Life Stories & Finding Whimsy in Motherhood
Real Mom Talk: Potty Training, Overstimulation & Finding Joy in the Chaos
Potty training is a LOT. The constant accidents, the big toddler emotions, and the mental load of being "on" all day can leave you feeling completely…
- The Just Because Diaries: Mom Life Stories & Finding Whimsy in Motherhood
The Crochet Cardigan Reset: Finding Whimsy & Rest (and Avoiding a Dirty Bathtub)
This week, I'm sharing how one simple crochet project unexpectedly helped me feel like myself again after weeks of feeling creatively stuck. We're chatting…
- The Just Because Diaries: Mom Life Stories & Finding Whimsy in Motherhood
Adult Ballet, Whimsy Burnout & Why Being a Beginner is Hard
Trying something new as an adult sounded like a great idea...until I found myself in what felt like a professional ballet class wondering what in the world I…
- The Just Because Diaries: Mom Life Stories & Finding Whimsy in Motherhood
When Whimsy Needs to Wait: Navigating Decision Fatigue & Mom Burnout
This week, I'm experiencing a serious case of the morbs. 😅 After two very busy weeks of mom life, my brain has decided it simply cannot be bothered, and…
- The Just Because Diaries: Mom Life Stories & Finding Whimsy in Motherhood
From Airport Wine to Failed Camping: A Week of Whimsy, Friendship & Motherhood Chaos
Welcome back to another episode of real mom life, where I’m diving into the beautiful, chaotic, and hilarious motherhood stories that make up our everyday…
- The Just Because Diaries: Mom Life Stories & Finding Whimsy in Motherhood
Real Motherhood: Crying in the School Parking Lot & Other Awkward Motherhood Stories
Real motherhood shows up messy, emotional, and awkward - and this episode is full of it. I’m sharing real mom life stories from my week, including a volunteer…
- The Just Because Diaries: Mom Life Stories & Finding Whimsy in Motherhood
Our First Kid-Free Trip to NYC: Broadway, Tom Felton & Real Mom Anxiety
This week on The Just Because Diaries, I’m sharing all about our first ever kid-free trip to New York City! Including my catastrophic pre-trip anxiety, whimsy…
- The Just Because Diaries: Mom Life Stories & Finding Whimsy in Motherhood
The Mom Life Reckoning: Why I finally Changed My Approach to Weight & My Body
In this deeply personal episode, I’ve finally had my reckoning with weight, health and what it really means to take care of myself. We talk about the stigma…
- The Just Because Diaries: Mom Life Stories & Finding Whimsy in Motherhood
How My Diaper Bag Emotionally Betrayed Me & Other Motherhood Stories
In today’s episode, I’m sharing a mix of funny, chaotic, and unexpectedly emotional motherhood moments—from planning my toddler’s second birthday party (hello…
- The Just Because Diaries: Mom Life Stories & Finding Whimsy in Motherhood
My C-Section Healing Journey & Reconnecting With Myself
In this heartfelt episode of The Just Because Diaries, Celeste shares her personal emergency C-section story in honor of C-Section Awareness Month, diving deep…
- The Just Because Diaries: Mom Life Stories & Finding Whimsy in Motherhood
Chasing My Italian Roots: A Real-Life Story of Ancestry, Whimsy, and Unexpected Truths
If you’re anything like me, you’ve probably romanticized your ancestry at some point - imagining distant relatives, old-world charm, and a story that somehow…
- The Just Because Diaries: Mom Life Stories & Finding Whimsy in Motherhood
The Granny Hobby Renaissance & Victorian Whimsy
Is creativity just a hobby? Or is it how we cope with anxiety? In this episode, I'm sharing my thoughts on the connection between creativity and stress, the…
- The Just Because Diaries: Mom Life Stories & Finding Whimsy in Motherhood
Whimsy in Motherhood: Real Mom Life Stories & Unexpected Synchronicities
In this episode of The Just Because Diaries, explore real mothering moments filled with whimsy in motherhood and the power of choosing joy in daily mom life…
- The Just Because Diaries: Mom Life Stories & Finding Whimsy in Motherhood
Rage and Whimsy in Motherhood: Choosing Softness in a Heavy World
This episode of The Just Because Diaries came together a little differently than usual. It starts with mom moments from a recent solo trip to California - a…
- The Just Because Diaries: Mom Life Stories & Finding Whimsy in Motherhood
Overwhelmed Mom Moments: Finding Whimsy & Everyday Magic Beyond the To-Do List
Feeling overwhelmed by your never-ending to-do list? You're not alone! In this episode of The Just Because Diaries, join me as I share real mom moments of…
- The Just Because Diaries: Mom Life Stories & Finding Whimsy in Motherhood
When the Holiday Mental Load Finally Lifts
The week between Christmas and New Year’s can feel strangely light, and in this episode of The Just Because Diaries, I’m unpacking why. I talk about the…
- The Just Because Diaries: Mom Life Stories & Finding Whimsy in Motherhood
Choosing Whimsy, Trusting Fate, and Pushing the Button
In this episode of The Just Because Diaries, we're mixing real life mom moments with whimsy as I unpack my family trip to California and look ahead to the New…
- The Just Because Diaries: Mom Life Stories & Finding Whimsy in Motherhood
The Holiday Traditions YOU Love + Our Claws & Crochet Book Club Review
In today’s cozy holiday episode, we’re sharing your favorite holiday traditions — from heartwarming rituals to the unhinged, chaotic ones that only happen in…
- The Just Because Diaries: Mom Life Stories & Finding Whimsy in Motherhood
When “Going Home” Doesn’t Feel Like a Vacation — A People Pleaser’s Guide to Traveling Home
What happens when a family vacation… doesn’t really feel like a vacation? In today’s episode, I’m talking about the unique chaos of traveling “home” — juggling…
- The Just Because Diaries: Mom Life Stories & Finding Whimsy in Motherhood
Decking the Halls on a Dime & The Sourdough Update Nobody Kneads
'Tis the season to be festive! But who says holiday magic has to come with a hefty price tag? In this episode of The Just Because Diaries, we’re decking the…
- The Just Because Diaries: Mom Life Stories & Finding Whimsy in Motherhood
No More Monetizing Me Time: Choosing Joy Over Hustle
Why does every hobby these days come with the pressure to turn it into a side hustle? In this episode of The Just Because Diaries, we’re talking all about…
- The Just Because Diaries: Mom Life Stories & Finding Whimsy in Motherhood
Family Photo Frenzy & Audiobook Ick
Ever wondered what really goes on behind those “picture-perfect” family photos? Spoiler alert: it’s not all smiles. In this episode of The Just Because…
- The Just Because Diaries: Mom Life Stories & Finding Whimsy in Motherhood
The Just Because Diaries Trailer
Welcome to the Just Because Diaries - where real life meets random chats and plenty of mom moments all while reclaiming joy in the (seemingly) mundane. Hosted…