Returning To Work After a 5-Month Hiatus

The Last 8 Months Changed Everything

If you’ve noticed I’ve been quiet around here and on Instagram, you’re not wrong. I took a break to focus on something I never expected to need: my health.

Without going into every detail (because we’re not here to trauma dump), I dealt with a few health scares that forced me to slow down—physically, emotionally, and mentally. The kind of pause that makes you question how you’ve been living and what actually matters.

I had to relearn how to take care of myself.

That meant stepping back from everything—blogging, content, work, even parts of motherhood that I normally power through on autopilot.

Coming Back to Work (and Reality)

In March, I went back to work after nearly 5 months off. And let me tell you, it’s been a mix of emotions. Gratitude, overwhelm, motivation, exhaustion—all of it.

The hardest part hasn’t been the workload. It’s been learning how to balance it all again.

• Balancing work and mom life

• Saying no without guilt

• Not letting my to-do list erase my needs

• Figuring out routines that actually support me

I’m still working on it daily.

What I Learned During the Hiatus

Rest is not lazy.

I used to think I had to earn rest. Turns out, I needed it to survive.

You can’t pour from an empty cup.

Cliché, but real. I was running on fumes for way too long.

Your body always keeps the receipts.

Stress, burnout, skipped meals, no sleep… it all catches up.

Moving Forward (With Less Hustle, More Intention)

I’m back, but I’m doing things differently. Slower. Smarter. More intentionally.

MamaLuxeLife is still here—and it’s evolving with me. Expect:

• Real talk about motherhood, not perfection

• Honest wellness tips that don’t require a 5 a.m. wakeup

• Lifestyle finds that actually make your day easier

If you’re a mama who’s ever felt burned out, out of balance, or just plain done—I see you. You’re not alone.

Let’s Stay Connected

If you’ve been through something similar (or are going through it now), send me a message. I’m rebuilding, and I’d love to build alongside you.

More soon,

Elle

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