WEEK IN MY LIFE | honest motherhood thoughts, zoo outing, sleep struggles, & Trader Joe’s haul!

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// In this week in my life, I share some honest motherhood thoughts, take Connor on his first zoo trip, and plant more flowers outside our home. I also touch on some baby sleep struggles, cook some of our favorite meals, and share a Trader Joe’s haul! I hope you enjoy this vlog, friends 🌞
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// Timestamps:
00:00 We’re headed to the ZOO
03:04 Cozy afternoon at home
03:38 Good morning!
05:08 Our favorite toys
07:26 Garden center outing
08:27 This made me enjoy motherhood
10:59 Garden center haul
13:07 Time for bed
13:37 Plans for the day
15:21 Old Navy baby haul
15:56 I LOVE THIS AGE
17:14 Planting flowers
18:42 Making overnight oats
19:16 Happy tears
20:36 Last night was a DOOZY
22:36 Slow rainy afternoon
23:43 Tidying up
24:01 Trader Joe’s run
27:04 Cooking BBQ chicken naan pizzas
28:03 See you all next time!
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КОМЕНТАРІ: 203

@adriennehilll Місяць тому

Motherhood suits you so so well Michelle ❤

@michellereedg Місяць тому

thank you adrienne 💛

@HipsterSpinster_ Місяць тому

Aww cute that there is another Adrienne here who watches Michelle!

@maddiebeeles9363 Місяць тому

I love your balance of showing Connor in a way that still includes him, because obviously he is with you all day, but that your content is still focused on you!

@laveep9130 Місяць тому

Not many creators can do that, she’s amazing!!!!

@mansoor3159 Місяць тому

Who else agrees that Michelle is one of the sweetest persons ever🥹🥹♥️

@michellereedg Місяць тому

thank you 🥹💛

@susannaberry7201 Місяць тому

I do!!🙋🏼‍♀️

@sandygonzalezz9160 Місяць тому

Agree! Wish we were besties!

@misshannyy Місяць тому

Yes!!!❤

@matthewcheatham3850 Місяць тому

Congrats to you and your family you look absolutely beautiful and your baby is so cute what brand of diapers are you using Pampers or huggies or luvs wish you and your family happiness you are going to be a good mom wish you and your family happiness

@m.m.6670 Місяць тому

I've stopped watching a lot of my favourite content creators after they got pregnant, because I've been struggling to conceive for the past 3 years and it was very hard to watch happy pregnancy and motherhood content, but for some reason your vlogs do not trigger me like others and actually give me hope. You seem like a very beautiful person, Michelle, both inside and outside and I'm glad you're back to vlogging after a well-deserved break. 💛

@michellereedg Місяць тому

oh I’m so sorry, that is completely understandable 💗 sending so much love & prayers!

@amandaetheredge8266 Місяць тому

Your content post maternity leave still feel so much like the Michelle we love but with a beautiful evolution that motherhood causes. Your boy is lucky to have you 🤎

@michellereedg Місяць тому

🥺🥺🥺 this means so much to me, thank you thank you 🌈

@jordanlouie6603 Місяць тому

I've been watching you since you were in new york and working your corporate job, and to see you now as a mom, reflecting, learning, growing and getting to bask in the joy that is motherhood is truly so special

@kittylover4974 Місяць тому

I remember my son’s first laugh at 4 months old. Our newborn months was full of crying, like ten hour a day crying. And when he smiled at me for the first time and gave me a belly laugh, it was the best thing in the world. It made me feel like I finally did something right. It warms your whole heart ❤️ You are so beautiful as a mother!

@mackenzieannsbeauty Місяць тому

I had a miscarriage around the time Conner was born. For the first few months, I really struggled but have consistently reminded myself of Gods faithfulness. Watching your motherhood vlogs have been such a joy for me. It’s a reminder of the future that God has still promised me. I’ve been watching your videos since you were in high school, so thank you for sharing your journey with us. 🤍

@liveinspired20 Місяць тому

You’re the best mama!! God gave you Connor for a reason and it’s so sweet watching you be so good with him and so natural at it!!❤

@michellereedg Місяць тому

oh I love this, thank you 🥹

@allthingssaid44 Місяць тому

I am a first time mom with an 11 week old and I want you to know that your first video back was a pivotal moment in my motherhood journey. I was also struggling so much at the beginning and hearing that you did too and that you have so wonderfully come into your self as a mom literally changed my life and seemed to let me do the same

@kittylover4974 Місяць тому

It's so sweet to see you thriving as a mother

@kimberlyleo3895 Місяць тому

I just want to say that I’m also a new mom and our babies are super close in age. It brings me so much comfort to see other moms just going with the flow and learning the ins and outs of motherhood. I resonated so much with your breastfeeding journey and I’m so thankful for your videos 💜🌺🌸

@hannahcherney5627 Місяць тому

Michelle you are just in your element as a mom! Thanks for another sweet vlog! Adore your content 🤍💐🤗

@michellereedg Місяць тому

oh thank you so much 🥹🪺

@angeltucker9749 Місяць тому

I’ve loved watching your videos for so long, but it’s even sweeter with Connor in them and seeing you be a wonderful mother 🩵 keep doing what you’re doing Michelle! 💛 some days may seem tough, but just know that God’s light shines through you and you are such a wonderful example to young women and to your son

@kaylashorter5911 Місяць тому

It’s been so nice seeing your videos pop up! I’m so impressed with how you’ve balanced sharing motherhood & all the other amazing sides to who you are. You’ve always been a breath of fresh air & I bet your baby feels that x a million. 🙌🏽💫

@sommerpaige9011 Місяць тому

I just have to say thank you for sharing this season of life with us. Seeing how similar your days as a mom are to mine make me feel like I’m doing just fine despite the disorganized messes, occasional hard nights, lack of routine, etc. It’s so evident you were made to be a mother, you look amazing and you’re doing an incredible job!

@sselenalopezz Місяць тому

cannot name a better way to start the morning - thanks for the joy you bring, michelle! 🌸🫶🏼

@michellereedg Місяць тому

thank you for being here 💗

@courtneyharrel5500 Місяць тому

Trader Joe haul was inspiring and you and Connor are adorable❤

@KayNic-go1tw Місяць тому

Thank you for being so candid about your motherhood journey. I had a very similar experience mentally and emotionally and things got so much easier once I stopped over informing myself and realized my daughter does not fit in the same box as all babies especially as far as sleep goes. Sleep regressions are no joke and my almost 18 month old still struggles to sleep long stretches 😴 The mindset you shared on just moving on with the day and not letting a good or bad night overshadow the day is so incredibly helpful. Being there for our babies at night will never be a regret in the long term. You’re doing great momma.

@marianestevez Місяць тому

just wanted to give props to the editing in this video ... the intro chefs kiss

@michellereedg Місяць тому

thank you ☺️

@odalisbalderrama4578 Місяць тому

Pick one thing a day you have time for. This is what has gotten me through my new season of motherhood 😂❤️

@mgml37 Місяць тому

Conner's soft voices are too adorable🫠🥰 congrats on being a mom Michelle, you pull it off so well!

@michellereedg Місяць тому

the best background noise 🥹💗

@abigailsaleniuc7003 Місяць тому

Michelle these videos have been pure joy for me! Thank you for sharing your motherhood journey 🩷🌸

@michellereedg Місяць тому

love that so much, appreciate you 💛

@alyssathomison4060 Місяць тому

I just recently started watching your videos, I actually started with the ones of you nesting as I’m expecting and now that you are in your mom era I love it even more. Finding the joy in day to day activities and raising and growing a faintly through Christ ❤️

@michellereedg Місяць тому

So grateful for your support 💗 and congratulations!! 🥹

@NinaBohmer-jr2wy Місяць тому

I am a silent follower, but I wanted to let you know, that you make such a great mum. You seem so confident in your new role :)

@tiffanypacheco_ Місяць тому

I still cry when I have those special moments with my daughter and she just turned 3. Being a mom is the absolute best ❤

@kathryndorothy6294 Місяць тому

I’ve been watching you for years, you have always made me comfortable in my love for God and homemaking, and really helped me pursue faith filled relationships in my life. my husband and I had our daughter nine months ago and it has been so fun watching you grow into motherhood around the same time as me❤ I must know, where do you get your pots for the garden!?

@Downtownie Місяць тому

Your content is always filled with optimism and is such a mood booster! Thanks for sharing, Michelle. :)

@michellereedg Місяць тому

I’m so happy you feel that way 🥹

@laurarahelbailey Місяць тому

Just wanted to echo what so many others have said; your videos are such a calming delight to watch, and you seem to have adapted to motherhood the way you seem to with everything else- in a lovely way 💛🥰🎉

@katesullivan9135 Місяць тому

Hi Michelle! My mom and I were giggling yesterday at the fact that she fed me formula and I'm getting my master's at Columbia because it would shake the breast is best people to their core teehee 😄

@Nadiacantisani Місяць тому

I am with you going with the flow. Following our mom feelings is the best. The schedules online give me so much anxiety. You are Doing it Great!

@michellereedg Місяць тому

thank you so much 💗

@Laney_L. Місяць тому

Baby's down for a nap, time to watch Michelle🌸🩷

@the.homestead.dietitian Місяць тому

I just want to share that you have nooo idea how helpful it is to see you looking so healthy post partum and not exercising. I’m generally a very active person but I’m 28 weeks preggo now and can’t exercise much with pelvic & feet pain. I worry sometimes about body image post partum when I see women getting back into heavy lifting & running quickly after the 6 week mark. I know my body typically takes longer to recover. So anyway, thank you for sharing your post partum mom journey with us!!!!

@jolianetremblaypowell4594 Місяць тому

Thank you for reminding me that it gets easier after the new born phase. My second baby is 1 month and I needed this today ;)❤

@jenayam5897 Місяць тому

I completely agree, I thought the newborn stage would be my favorite. My son is 10 months now and it's just been getting so much more fun every month he grows and gets more silly & playful!

@sarinab8654 Місяць тому

I’m Almost 2 months PP and find this so encouraging! I cannot wait for the 3/4 month mark and for summer time. Thank you for the encouragement ❤

@AlieRenee Місяць тому

My heart is SO happy seeing your videos again Michelle! Its funny how every season of my life has lined up with yours and it feels like I’ve grown up alongside you 🥲💛

@shintalaw4514 Місяць тому

So happy seeing you full of joy in your face while you see your baby ❤ Really happy for you Michelle 🥰

@michellereedg Місяць тому

he’s pure sunshine! thank you so much 🌞

@sarahrileyb002 Місяць тому

just want to say that your content is so relaxing and peaceful. genuinely your vlogs can bring a sense of peace into a stressful day and i want to say thank you for that

@Clevast Місяць тому

I love how you share the highs and lows of motherhood with such authenticity. It's inspiring to see your resilience and positivity shine through, even during the challenging moments. Keep being the amazing mom you are, and remember, you're doing a fantastic job! 🤗

@michellereedg Місяць тому

thank you so much 🌤️

@TaylahLouiseBudgets Місяць тому

I really missed your content and I love the evolution of Michelle Meets Motherhood 💕

@emjackss3 Місяць тому

I love hearing about your transition into motherhood and what has been helpful for you. I feel like you and I are a lot alike and it makes me feel more prepared for when I have kids one day 🩷 thank you for all of the effort you put into your videos!

@juliarenner7701 Місяць тому

You are doing GREAT! Even if ot does not always feels like it - going alone with baby to places like the zoo, driving alone with him - I didn’t do that for more than the first 6 months

@michellereedg Місяць тому

thank you 🥲💗

@peoniesandbrunch Місяць тому

Loving these vlogs! It’s so sweet that you’ll have these videos to look back on as he grows and you can re-live these special moments. I’m a FTM expecting our 1st in the next couple of weeks, so loving these vlogs as I prep for delivery and life with a little one ❤

@kelseye9380 Місяць тому

Your videos bring me so much peace. We’re a month out from welcoming our first baby into our family and I’m trying to limit the type of content I view and get in a good headspace for birth, postpartum, and motherhood. I appreciate you sharing the good and the bad but with so much grace and positivity. It makes me look forward to life with her here instead of dreading all the things we are made to be afraid of. I know there will be hard moments but I truly can’t wait to be a mom. Sending love to you and your sweet fam 🫶🏼

@michellereedg Місяць тому

it’s the BEST ❤ & you can still think that while acknowledging some parts are difficult! so excited for you, much joy coming your way 🥲

@michellekumar1 Місяць тому

You make me feel so much better about becoming a mother, Michelle! ❤

@AshleyMarie2.0 Місяць тому

I loved watching this video. I’m so proud of you for how far you have come in your motherhood journey and opening up about your postpartum journey. You are not alone and you’re the best mama to your sweet boy. I love your honesty about motherhood and the changes and transitions ❤ it reminds me of my first year with my daughter.. you are always growing and changing with them and it is the most beautiful and emotional thing, so thank you for sharing with us the raw and vulnerable side ❤

@emileebeausoleil7937 Місяць тому

I just had my first baby a week ago and I am loving all of these mom vlogs. It’s so encouraging to me in these early days! You are such a wonderful Mom. 🤍

@beth_toledo_ Місяць тому

My baby didn't start sleeping through the night until he was 7 months old, I totally agree with you about never having sleep expectations! We had a wake up every 3 hours until he was probably 5 months. I thought I was doing something wrong but it's sooo normal for babies to still wake up a lot, no matter what we see on social media about babies sleeping 12 hours from 4 weeks old lol

@shelbygiffen2749 Місяць тому

Seeing their personalities develop is sooooo fun. Can’t wait for him to start saying mama and dada ❤ it’s the best feeling

@barbara__michell Місяць тому

I just got emotional with you when you started talking about Connor’s first laugh and his new personality💕Sending lots of Love and blessings for you guys💕

@suecorrigan1216 Місяць тому

Love seeing you so happy!! ❤️

@jenniferallen660 Місяць тому

So glad you're back and doing well! 🤍

@laurenk1853 Місяць тому

Michelle, you have such a great perspective. I just had my 6th baby and I completely agree with the “stop googling and enjoy your baby” philosophy. It took me a few kids to figure that out lol! Each one is different and they all sleep and get on a schedule eventually. You’re doing great mama ❤

@domicellla Місяць тому

It’s good that you are back ❤

@HarryThomasPictures Місяць тому

Your doing brilliantly at motherhood Michelle, that zoo looks beautiful the Elephants are just magnificent🐘💛✨️!

@michellereedg Місяць тому

such a treat seeing the baby one too ☺️

@poppycalliope Місяць тому

You're doing amazing Michelle! Proud of your hard work 👏❤

@Leesh284 Місяць тому

I missed you and your weekly vlogs they are so wholesome and fill my cup ✨🤍

@annabellexrenaud Місяць тому

motherhood looks beautiful on you 🤍✨ you are glowing

@sandygonzalezz9160 Місяць тому

Good morning..waking up and loving your content. Blessings. ❤

@mariamangion21 Місяць тому

Appreciate you and what you do so much ❤

@leahgillette7508 Місяць тому

Watching while nap trapped🤍 your videos are always so encouraging!

@michellereedg Місяць тому

and responding while I’m the same 😉

@eviemckenny Місяць тому

I love watching your videos you are so genuine and pure and I’m so happy for you in your motherhood journey! 😊

@savannahjensen7699 Місяць тому

i’m 5 days postpartum & this video was exactly what i needed❤️ it brought me so much peace to see someone else embracing slow, intuitive motherhood. i loved your post about putting down google & resonated with it so much. it made my experience going into motherhood a lot more beautiful because i released so many expectations. thank you for your content🫶🏼

@mine-jae Місяць тому

I love to watch your videos... they're so comforting.🥰

@janejones1797 Місяць тому

I’m glad you’re settling into a good routine on your motherhood journey!

@loisemat98 Місяць тому

It makes my heart so happy to see you posting again ☺️

@megancox9549 Місяць тому

Glad to see your routine videos are back, they are so calming to have on during my lunch breaks!

@kate_rae_porteous Місяць тому

I love your channel because it’s always just, you no matter what phase of life. I love you and Connor is so cute

@daniellemiller5959 Місяць тому

This is not a drill. I repeat this is not a drill. Michelle said she was planning a podcast!! 🙌🏼🙌🏼🙌🏼

@bree____ Місяць тому

the way i always immediately tear up when you do 😂 you're doing amazing, michelle! 🫶

@lexifowee5447 Місяць тому

I always love seeing your notifications pop up! Motherhood looks wonderful on you 🥰

@rokonuosogotsu7682 Місяць тому

Love your vlogs!❤

@Carolinaa531 Місяць тому

Connor has grown so much! God bless him 🫶🏻

@kristenbrennan Місяць тому

The instinct God gives us! Yes on this point 100%! Motherhood became SO much more enjoyable when I followed her cues and listened to my own intuition and stopped trying to follow a rigid schedule

@debrafirestone861 Місяць тому

Cash is such a beautiful animal ❤

@rosemariemacdonald6324 Місяць тому

Michelle you're doing such a good job, you're the perfect mom for sweet Conner 💞

@sabrinalariviere4074 Місяць тому

I just loove your videos 😍 You are the best !

@debdobrosky8139 Місяць тому

Loved, loved this video…. You are making an amazing mama!!!! 💗🌸💗

@lyndseyrichards9337 Місяць тому

Watching you navigate motherhood is so beautiful 🤍 Love hearing your thoughts and things you are learning along the way 🤍

@debbiemeza4658 Місяць тому

Love!! thus video Michelle...thank you SO much!

@meganlonsdale8462 Місяць тому

You are an amazing mama, Michelle. Conner is sooo lucky ❤️

@evangeliakoutsounidi7823 Місяць тому

Soon to be mama and you’re such an inspiration thank you ❤

@kelnash6152 Місяць тому

I think we all totally underestimate how much our lives will change once a baby comes along. We think they will just slot in so easily but it really does change your life so much. Changes it for the better but still takes some time to adjust to the change. Then just as life begins to get easier we decide to have another one and 2… well that’s a game changer and one suddenly seemed so easy.

@sammata5345 Місяць тому

Wow I can’t relate more. Also ftm and I was googling stuff every single day and finally have been telling myself to chill and praying about it first

@MacySchott99 Місяць тому

I absolutely love your content!! It’s the peaceful Michelle vlogs like usual plus motherhood!! P.s. where have I been, have not heard about that baked pancake, need to try!! This is also giving me motivation to get in the backyard and do some gardening!

@andreawolfe4354 Місяць тому

Love love your videos ♥ Thank you for sharing and creating such a lovely atmosphere on your channel. So grateful for you. I'm due in May with my first and following along your journey has been so so helpful ♥

@michellereedg Місяць тому

congratulations 🥹💗

@paula_delima Місяць тому

What a beautiful vlog! Giving you props that you are even vlogging and editing. (Don’t recall if you have an editing person) My son is 17 and at times I wished I had written down things during his babyhood. My first few months were hard but like you, you get into a “routine” for the both of you and you start enjoying more. I always say, even now, once you get used to a stage, child goes in a new one. I’m always learning. It doesn’t end.

@michellereedg Місяць тому

we love encouragement from a seasoned momma 🥲 thank you so much!

@miamun9399 Місяць тому

Love seeing your videos so much!! ❤

@michellereedg Місяць тому

💛💛💛 much love!

@susannaberry7201 Місяць тому

Thank you for this video, Michelle💕 I really appreciate your perspective on night time sleep - that’s something I’ve really struggled with in this newborn phase!

@michellereedg Місяць тому

totally, time flies… it does get better ❤️

@joselyn3345 Місяць тому

You are awesome and so encouraging to a first time mom as well! 💞

@michellereedg Місяць тому

oh congrats, so happy to hear that 💛

@liliethshaw6782 Місяць тому

She is a angel 😇 she is such nice person 💕

@Mbaumgartner227 Місяць тому

Love your videos!! ❤ So glad that our November babies are starting to see some nicer weather! And so glad to see you with happy tears!! I agree it’s getting more and more fun to be a mom watching our babies grow into themselves 💕

@michellereedg Місяць тому

yes & amen! ☺️❤️

@a.e.s.n. Місяць тому

New subscriber here! Just wait until your baby turns 1....my daughter just turned 1 this past Thursday. I too struggled with PPD and PPA. I still do sometimes. BUT, it DOES get better as they get older. I'm honestly enjoying her more now at age 1😅 💕

@kkenzielouise Місяць тому

Cash is an angel on earth!!!

@michellereedg Місяць тому

truly is! currently traveling and I miss him SO much 💛

@PattyBlogs Місяць тому

Love you Michelle 💛I can’t wait to watch this tonight!

@michellereedg Місяць тому

hope you enjoy! 💛

@christineholmes5024 Місяць тому

Your videos are literally the most beautiful. Wow. 😍

@bearpuns_ Місяць тому

Ahh the sun onesie from Old Navy, I just bought the baby girl version 🥹 and I said the same thing about my girl when she turned 4 months a couple of weeks ago. This is the best stage! Grabbing things, giggling, cooing, smiling, rolling over. It’s amazing to witness 🩷

@alexandraretodo3014 Місяць тому

Curious what the pancake in a bowl recipe is!! Love you Michelle💕

@jeanetteoxo Місяць тому

I loved wearing both my kids. I rarely used the stroller lol. Only when they were around 2 is when I started using the stroller more. You really never get those times back so you need to enjoy holding them as much as you can. ❤

@michellereedg Місяць тому

oh I love holding him as much as possible 🥲🫶🏼

@jbellemp Місяць тому

You’re doing great as a mom! Can’t believe how much you can get done as a mom and still vlog too! My baby is 5.5 months and she wants to be held most of the time and gotten more clingy. Anyways, loving your vlogs :)