About

Hello, I’m Carolyn. My family and closest friends call me CJ.

Thank you for stopping by.

I am the luckiest Mama to 6 children (2 girls + 4 boys). What a thrill and honour to raise these gems.

We live in a seaside town on the West Coast of Canada. Much different from the prairies I grew up on.

Sharing with you all the fails, joy, wisdom, and hacks I’ve learned over the past 17 years to truly survive and thrive in motherhood.

A little about me…

I have two girls and four boys. (I was basically pregnant for nine years).

My marriage to their Dad lasted for 12 years. While it wasn’t a path I ever could’ve imagined in the beginning, 6 years later, I’m a flourishing independent parent aka single mom. And damn proud of it! Someday I might share more about our story here.

I’ve been a SAHM, a WAHM, a part-time working mom. None of them are easier than the other.

Sarcasm wins in our house.

We often use #bigfamilyproblems in daily conversations.

Other loves: waking up early (5am is perfect) // hot coffee // reading // HIIT and strength workouts // taking road trips with my entire kid army // paleo and whole30 eating // Costco runs // beach days // hikes // driving 100+km a day dropping kids to friends, school, basketball, soccer, part time jobs…just kidding, not really a love but I will do anything for them.

I started this blog because I love to read about how other Mamas manage their lives, “do it all” (I’m calling BS– there’s no such thing), and balance all of the roles they play. My hope for Mama Said So is that you will find encouragement, support, helpful product reviews, free printables, baby names, strong mom quotes (because moms are badass!), a few laughs, and a relatable moment or two.

Thanks for stopping by, drop us a line if you’d like to connect {carolyn@mamasaidso.ca}