Ashley Wasilenko

Ashley is a wife, mother of two sweet boys named Leo and Declan. She loves her role as the Manager of Client Strategy and Services at Motherly. She is also an avid cook, Sephora shopper and lover of peonies.

Life

I am sad to end our breastfeeding journey—but so ready, too

Starting to wean my last child from breastfeeding feels like the end of an era.

Life

Having a preemie during flu season made me hyper-aware of germs

I did not leave the house. Repeat. I did not leave the house.

Life

What this breastfeeding mama wants you to know about pumping + traveling

Here’s what helped me on my first trip away from the baby.

Life

Being a #boymom is right for me, so I’m not ‘trying’ for a girl

I love my boys.

Life

Every mama needs her ‘thing’—the shower is mine

Thank you for being my source of relaxation.

Work & Motherhood

To my coworkers: I leave work ‘early’ but I’m doing more than ever

Nothing forces production like needing to finish your work to head home to your favorite little human.

Parenting

I gave my toddler choices—instead of just telling him what to do

I pick my battles (and set both of us up for success)

Life

Our weekends as a family changed when we made time for unscheduled, unregulated FUN

That day of fun made me feel so recharged, so refreshed, so ready to take on the week.

Life

Before we become a family of 4, I’m going to cherish just the 3 of us

For now—I’m focusing on making the most of our short time left as a family of three.

Life

Mom on a mission: I only have time for real, meaningful friendships

There is no such thing as grudges—no one has time for that!

Child

My 3-year-old does these 7 tasks for himself—because they empower him

And because it’s teaching him self-sufficiency and responsibility. (Plus, it’s helpful to mama!)

Life

What do I need for baby #2, dear friends and family? Your help.

Visitors—I need you to bring me coffee and let me shower. ☕?