Posts by Tyler Sylk
@tylersylk
Tyler is the Creative Director at Bumpdate. She is a first time mother with a passion for creative writing and personal connection. With a Master’s Degree in Public Health and over 10 years working in hospital settings, Tyler focuses her energy on helping those around her and empowering them to use their voice. She believes we can all learn from each other if we take the time to listen.
Pregnancy
Thoughtful Gift Ideas for a Friend in the Early Stages of Pregnancy
Thoughtful, comforting gifts can go a long way in helping your pregnant friend feel seen, supported, and a little more like herself.
Parenthood
What I Wish I Could Tell My First Time Mom Friend
I’ll be there to support her through every step of this journey. I’ll remind her that she’s doing an amazing job and that her baby is incredibly lucky to have her. When the days feel long, and the nights even longer, I’ll be there to say, “I know. I’ve been there too.”
Parenthood
Embracing the Journey: When Imposter Syndrome Meets Motherhood
"Am I really a mom?!" I think to myself. This journey, with all its ups and downs, is the most fulfilling one I could ever dreamed of. And while I may still question whether I’m the mom they deserve, I know one thing for sure – being their mother is the greatest gift, and I’m giving it my all, every single day.
Birth Stories
8 Things I Learned After Having Two C-Sections
After having two c-sections, I learned a lot about what to expect, especially when it came to postpartum recovery.
Pregnancy
Making The Most of Your OB-GYN Appointments While Pregnant
Someone told me once that your care providers actually “work for you”. I never thought about it this way before, but it was my choice to hire them as my OB doctor, they are getting paid to do a job, and that job is to, technically speaking, work for me to keep me and baby healthy.
Parenthood
My Final Weeks Breastfeeding My Second Son
My second son will turn 1 in 5 weeks. My goal was to breastfeed him until he turned 1, and here we are at the finish line.
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