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The Terrifying Anticipation of Becoming a Mom to Two Under Two

All of the new realities of becoming a Mom to multiple children are finally starting to dawn on me

Mar 3

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Mar 3

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The Unrealistic Expectation of Return to Work After Parental Leave

I don’t want to do it all, but at the end of the day, I’m still going to

May 30

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May 30

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If I’m Being Honest, Your Goals Really Do Take a Back Seat After Having Kids

But, they’re not a lost cause

Dec 5, 2024

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Dec 5, 2024

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Why I Keep Writing for Only $20 a Month

There’s a difference between those of us on Medium who are writing for profit versus those of us who are only making a few bucks a month

Jan 12, 2022

Why I Keep Writing for Only $20 a Month

Jan 12, 2022

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The Mental Fatigue of Traveling with Kids

For any parent out there who’s afraid to travel with your kids, don’t be. Although it’s intimidating, it’s not impossible.

4d ago

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4d ago

How I Finally Made $100+ on Medium for the First Time in Months

At the end of the day, you just have to write about what moves you and hopefully the dollars will follow

Jul 2

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Jul 2

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Breastfeeding Nearly Broke Me…Again

But, I’m not going to let that happen this time. I’m not going to let guilt get the best of me.

Jul 1

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Jul 1

In My Dog’s Passing, I Relived My Dad’s Death

Grief is like a shadow that lingers. It doesn’t make itself known, but rather follows us until we look back to see that it’s there.

Jun 25

In My Dog’s Passing, I Relived My Dad’s Death

Jun 25

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Redefining What Running Means to Me After Kids

Running now is just for fun, not for speed or time, and I’m completely okay with that

Jun 20

Redefining What Running Means to Me After Kids

Jun 20

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How I’m Keeping Creativity Alive as a Full-Time Working Mom

The small wins truly do matter in life, motherhood aside

Jun 14

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Jun 14

Lindsey Carson

Lindsey Carson

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Writer, Runner & Mom working in Ad Tech. Trying to navigate my identity as a parent and human. I write about work, relationships, culture, and life in general.

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