Meet! The Founder

Hi! I'm Bix.

I am just your regular (cool) mom on a mission to bring a little extra love, care, and fun into moms' lives. If you could see me IRL, you'd find me juggling being a SAHM to a high energy toddler and a precious little one with special needs. From being a military spouse, working mom, NICU warrior, and now a very proud special needs mom, motherhood has given me more hats to wear than I'd like. The short version is "Life comes at you fast!" —But I'm here for it, embracing every twist and turn that motherhood throws at me. It's all part of the adventure that fuels my passion for Self! For Moms. This journey isn't just mine; it's a story we're all living, and I can't wait to share this journey with you.

From Motherhood...

My motherhood journey kicked off right in the middle of the chaos of 2020, yup, when the world hit pause. I was a military spouse, struggling with the challenges of distance and deployments, and being far away from my 'village'. Just before my husband's deployment, I found out I was pregnant with my second child. As separations and pregnancy complications piled on, the once familiar feeling of joy began to fade. Then came the biggest plot twist of my life: a traumatic birth story and a heart-wrenching six weeks in the NICU, revealing my daughter's rare genetic conditions.

Before motherhood, I was a cheery person, with a smile for every situation. I brushed off my feelings for the longest time, almost believing they'd fade away naturally—because they didn't quite match the "me" I knew. Suddenly, I found myself in a place of darkness I never thought was possible.

To Mission

I was at the lowest of my lows, but I'm grateful that I recognized the need for professional help in finding brighter days. Professional guidance showed me the power of self-care. To be honest, self-care did not play any part in my mom life. I was hesitant to practice it at first (hello mom guilt), but I slowly started to enjoy caring for myself. I felt empowered. By listening to my needs and nurturing myself through my own actions, I discovered the secret to thriving in motherhood—no matter what life throws at you.

During my journey, I saw the gap where moms are often neglected, especially by their own selves. It's as if the moment a baby enters the world, the spotlight shifts entirely to them—leaving moms (these incredible creators of life btw) in the shadows. This realization struck me deeply, wishing I could give every mom all the love because I know this sh*t is hard and lonely sometimes. That's why I founded Self! For Moms, to create a space where moms can feel cherished, seen, heard, and empowered (!!). The moment those self!-kits are opened, I want every mom to experience that rush of love, and a reminder of their importance.

Where I Stand Now

Fast forward to today, I'm back to my cheery self. I am still learning and growing on my own self-care journey. Life with a special needs baby is an ever-changing adventure, filled with its share of highs and lows. What's different now is that I've learned to embrace those lows, channeling them into strength.

My daughter, tiny yet mighty, has taught me lessons of resilience and kindness, and definitely not take life too seriously. I've learned to sprinkle in some fun and not sweat the small stuff. You will see that is the theme here at Self! For Moms.

To whoever's reading this (long story lol), know that you're part of my journey, and my newfound purpose. Your support fuels my drive to make sure every mom feels valued and empowered. Let's stand together, moms supporting moms, because we're stronger when we lift each other up!