
“It’s a helluva start, being able to recognize what makes you happy. ”

“Assume that the place at that table is rightfully yours. Sit down and take it.”

Your children will become who you are; so be who you want them to be.

“For beautiful eyes, look for the good in others; for beautiful lips, speak only words of kindness.”

“It’s not complicated to embrace life. You just have to make the choice.”

“Owning our story and loving ourselves through that process is the bravest thing that we’ll ever do.”

“If you don’t like something, change it. If you can’t change it, change your attitude.”

“My father gave me the greatest gift anyone could give another person, he believed in me.”

Getting pregnant can be hard, so if you're in need of a little reminder of all the wonder to come, here are our favorite things about babies.XO, TeamMotherly

“If you think my hands are full, you should see my heart.”

“You are unrepeatable. There is a magic about you that is all your own.”

Find the silver lining. Mind if we take a moment to tell you about why we're here? We created Motherly because motherhood is hard—and beautiful!—and when we were dealing with ovulation signs, morning sickness and first-time momlife, we found ourselves wishing we had a community of women who just got it. So we created Motherly from nothing more than a twinkle in our eyes. Women are powerful creators. (In fact, we're sort of the original 3D printers. Get it?) Wishing you inspiration and confidence for whatever you're creating this week. We're so glad you're here. XO, TeamMotherly P.S. Have you created a budget for baby? We've got a printable guide to that cash money .

Cupcakes are muffins that believed in miracles. By now you've probably figured out that getting pregnant, much like motherhood, is a journey. A journey that requires faith (in an invisible process that unfolds right below your belly button), hope (come on, baby!) and so much love. And honestly? Stress cupcakes. Absolute requirement. XO, TeamMotherly P.S. We're not saying you should FedEx Georgetown Cupcake's world-famous treats to your house, but we're not not saying you shouldn't, either.

“You are in charge of how you react to the people and events in your life." Get it, girl. The journey to motherhood is all about taking ownership of what you can control, and having confidence and trust in the rest. So much of motherhood is making peace with what is out of your hands. Deep breaths, mama. You've got this. XO, TeamMotherly P.S. Check out the products that Motherly's mamas used to conceive.

“You always focus on your mistakes as a mom, and you just have to know that you’re doing the best you can.”

“Having kids has made me a happier person. I get a tremendous amount of self-esteem from taking care of my kids.”