2 Years of Breastfeeding: A Journey of Magic and Exhaustion

2 Years of Breastfeeding: A Journey of Magic and Exhaustion

Take one day at a time.

I found it daunting to sit and think about "how much longer" I had to make it to my one year goal. I would be dealing with one obstacle or another, thinking, "I can't do this." I dealt with each challenge bit by bit, day by day, one for in front of the other. I hated traveling with. my pumping gear and milk, I've been so sick of night wakings turned into feedings, looking forward to us both one day sleeping through the night. The season is one foot in front of the other, and that's how I made it to one year, and then another. 

January 23, 2024 — Candice Collison
Lessons Learned & Intentions Set: A Mother's 2024 New Year Musings

Lessons Learned & Intentions Set: A Mother's 2024 New Year Musings

Last was a year of major family milestones, personal growth, and exciting developments for Of an Origin. 2024 will be the year to trust my instincts as a mother, to grow as a person, and to grow the mission of Mightly and Of an Origin - creating responsibly made, clean, non-toxic clothing for the modern family. Here’s what I’m celebrating from last year, and looking forward to in 2024!
January 02, 2024 — Candice Collison
Entertaining for the Holidays: Sustainably, Worry-Free and Stylish

Entertaining for the Holidays: Sustainably, Worry-Free and Stylish

When you're a mama, the holiday season is equal parts magical and chaotic. It's a time for joy, family, traditions and celebration. It's also the perfect opportunity to entertain your loved ones. But entertaining during the holidays can be stressful, and often overwhelming, especially when you're already overstimulated. The good news is that you can host a festive gathering that's sustainable, worry-minimal, all while feeling effortlessly stylish and comfortable. I'm sharing my little tips to make entertaining this holiday season a little more sustainable, worry-free (or -less), and comfortably stylish.
November 20, 2023 — Candice Collison
Tips for Pumping Mamas to Make Traveling Easy(-ier)

Tips for Pumping Mamas to Make Traveling Easy(-ier)

Traveling for nursing/pumping mamas made easy(ier)! I spent the last week in March traveling to Vegas for a conference followed by a girls weekend. Even with planning pumping-friendly outfits and amazing pumping gear it’s still stressful.

As a third-time pumping & breastfeeding mama, here are my top tips and favorite gear for traveling while pumping.

May 03, 2023 — Candice Collison
Breastfeeding in Public: Feeding Babies Wherever, Whenever

Breastfeeding in Public: Feeding Babies Wherever, Whenever

I remember how nervous and embarrassed I was breastfeeding in public as a first time mom. I was so uncomfortable that I made my baby uncomfortable. She would always meltdown in public or on the way home because she was hungry.
February 22, 2023 — Candice Collison
Say Hello to Our Matchy Matchy Mini + Me Collaboration

Say Hello to Our Matchy Matchy Mini + Me Collaboration

Get ready for some adorable matchy matchy sets coming this fall/winter! We are THRILLED to be bringing this collection to life with our friends from organic & fair trade kids brand Mightly
February 12, 2023 — Candice Collison
One Year of Breastfeeding: The Math

One Year of Breastfeeding: The Math

I celebrate one year of breastfeeding milestone, because it comes from a place of great love, but also sacrifice. Society guilts us into thinking it should be "easy" and come "naturally" because it is natural. Breastfeeding is a learned skill by both parent and baby. Even IF it comes "easily" it can still be lonely and challenging at times. 

Here are some rough stats behind my breastfeeding journey. I spent 456 hours breastfeeding or pumping for a year, that's over 70 gallons of milk produced. Take a look at the infographic for a breakdown of milk-making metrics.

January 27, 2023 — Candice Collison
Exploring Baby-Led Weaning

Exploring Baby-Led Weaning

When I had my first, I was working full-time at a demanding job in tech. My supply dropped after returning to work, and I was looking forward to exploring solids with my baby. I was intimidated by the idea of making purees myself, and hadn't heard about it until we were well into our journey with store-bought purees and rice cereal. 
July 27, 2022 — Candice Collison
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Three Newborn Must-haves from a Third-time Mama

Three Newborn Must-haves from a Third-time Mama

Three newborn must-haves for sleep and everyday. As a mama of three, you'd think I would have all the answers, but with a new baby, there's a lot rediscover. These are a few of my favorites for Lilah at 2 months old.
March 29, 2022 — Candice Collison
3 Stylish Outfits for Every Phase of Motherhood

3 Stylish Outfits for Every Phase of Motherhood

Three looks for three different stages of your motherhood journey: from the second trimester, to nursing, to toddler mom. When we set out to create Of An Origin, I knew early on that I wanted a brand that would work for this new phase of life I’d found myself in. I’d just had my second daughter. I wasn't a newbie anymore - I now had a clearer picture of what motherhood looked and felt like. 
February 04, 2022 — Candice Collison
Of an Origin - Terra Wrap Tank and Everywhere Joggers

A Mama's Intentions for 2022

Working mother's intentions for the year. Ten intentions for 2022 from startup founder, freelancer, and mama of two (almost three), to bring balance, joy, and stability to #momlife and the postpartum journey.
January 10, 2022 — Candice Collison
A Conversation with Jerrina IVF Warrior: Building Resilience & Showing Empathy

A Conversation with Jerrina IVF Warrior: Building Resilience & Showing Empathy

A conversation with Jerrina of Love, Jerrina on motherhood, infertility, and gratitude.
December 17, 2021 — Candice Collison