Our Journal

Designing a Week That Protects Your Family

Time blocking isn't about squeezing more in. It's about preventing everything from spilling everywhere.

The Invisible Load of Feeding a Family

On the mental weight of meal planning, nourishing a household, and finding rhythm without guilt.

The Unspoken: Watching My Husband Become a Father

What doesn't get spoken about enough is the man quietly standing beside her. The steady presence. The one who carries you in every other way.

When Sleep Is Low, Lower The Standard

We haven't slept through the night yet. Not once. Broken sleep changes everything — so here's the reframe.

The Invisible Load: Why Food Planning Is Saving Our Week

There's one thing no one warns you about when you become parents. You have to eat. Every. Single. Day.

Mindful Monday — 22 Feb

Grateful for being able to pause and enjoy the moment.

The In-Between Season: Motherhood, Dementia, Work & Finding My Energy Again

There's something no one quite prepares you for — the season where you're standing between two generations.

From Two to Maybe Three: The Conversation We Kept Putting Off

Starting a family is a big decision. Here's how we finally sat down and talked about it.

Our First Look Inside: The Good, The Bad, and The Ugly Kitchen

Walking into our new (to us) home for the first time. The kitchen needs work, but we see potential.

The Art of Starting Fresh: A Mindful Monday

Embracing new beginnings with intention and presence as we embark on this journey together.

Welcome to Living With Chiu

Starting a new chapter as we document our journey buying our first home, renovating, and preparing for parenthood.