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Meet Rayel...

In April 2020, I became a mother to our sweet son, Arden. Though medical motherhood and disability parenting hasn't been easy, it has given me a sense of confidence and pushed me to share the real me with the world. I love being creative, sharing my outfits and inspiration, decorating my home for real life, and talking about our trials and tribulations as parents of a wonderfully made, medically complex little boy.

Our Little Family: Rayel, Brodi, & Arden

The Lockharts live on an acreage in Northern Alberta, Canada. Brodi works outside the home as a physiotherapist, and Rayel is a teacher, but is currently full-time caregiver and stay-at-home-mom for Arden.

I believe that every day that we are here should be celebrated and cherished. I strive to live a simple life filled with everything that creates happiness and fulfillment for me. Life comes with hardships, but every challenge presents us with an opportunity to grow and persevere. The universe never gives us more than we can handle. All seasons of life are important. It's up to you to see the beauty in every moment.

RAYEL LOCKHART

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02/21/2021 Daily Look

February 21, 2021

I’m leaving the house for a massage today! And maybe a trip to the thrift store. The possibilities are endless! (haha) Sweater: Zara, Jeans: Zara, Belt: Dynamite, Boots: Call It Spring, (Hat: Delux brand but I bought it years ago and don’t remember where!)…

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Postpartum Changes

It’s no secret that strange things sometimes happen in postpartum. Our bodies change, our hearts grow, and our worlds are never quite the same again. After I had Arden, I wasn’t concerned about myself or my own health at all. I powered through the healing…

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02/20/2021 Daily Look

February 20, 2021

Today is a coffee, comfy clothes kind of Saturday! And Leo the cuddle buddy is making an appearance! Sweater: Winners, Leggings: LuluLemon…

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Just a Hard Day

Yesterday afternoon one of my worst fears came true.  Arden had gone down for his afternoon nap. He’d been a little extra sleepy, fussy, snuggly, and had lots of secretions. He’s teething, and for trach kids, the secretions are never ending during teething times. The…

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02/19/2021 Daily Look

February 19, 2021

Am I going to work today? Nope! Am I still going to rock a blazer? Yep! Blazer: Dynamite, Jeans: Zara, Bodysuit: Urban Planet, Bracelet: Made by a former student!…

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Arden has a Cuffed Trach

Arden’s trach tube is a 3.5mm Pediatric Bivona Flextend cuffed trach tube. To most people, that probably sounds like gibberish. To us, it outlines the diameter, length and style of his trach tube. In my opinion, the last part is what impacts his current situation…

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02/18/2021 Daily Look

February 18, 2021

Authentic: true to one’s own personality, spirit or character. I can’ help but be authentic, and that often shows up in how I dress. It’s fun to follow trends, Pinterest your heart out, and take inspiration from others. For me however, it’s not the outfits…

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02/17/2021 Daily Look

February 17, 2021

Happy Wednesday! Dress: H&M, Tights: H&M, Belt: Thrifted, Shoes: American Eagle…

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Arden’s Diagnosis: What Does it Mean?

Although I’ve been fairly open about our journey after Arden’s birth, I still get a lot of questions about Arden’s diagnosis and what it means for his medical needs. I don’t mind these questions at all. Arden is our whole world, and we’re proud to…

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Arden, Two Months Since Coming Home

February 16, 2021

February 15th marked two whole months that Arden has been home from the hospital! It’s weird how time operates. Now that we’re home, time seems to fly by, and I can’t believe how much my once five pound baby has grown. When we were in…

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