Explore the Depths of Motherhood

I know my why when it comes to the ocean. I think about the way I grew up playing in tide pools, imagining myself as a mermaid, and the wonder I felt by the sea. Often, I find myself day dreaming about the sound of sea, the salty breeze, and smell. I feel so at peace. As scuba divers, we know the ocean has a way of capturing hearts and how it captured our own. — that sense of calm, wonder, and magic that pulls us back to the water again and again. As Scuba Moms, it’s only nat

If you’re like me, and most divers, you don’t have the pleasure of living by or near a dive able coast. By dive-able I mean, 1-2 hours from home - because as a mom, we know that time is of the essence and day trips (longer ones) are likely just not in the cards. For many of us scuba moms, diving isn’t just a hobby; it’s our time, a connection to nature, and a little piece of who we are. Time is valuable - and it’s important to try to make it work for you in your current norm.

When my son was born, I was beyond happy. I was so grateful - but as a mom, you know that when your child is born, there’s a shift. It’s no longer about you. It’s beyond you - especially those critical first couple of years where there’s so much rapid growth and symbiosis taking place. And during that time, the past version of yourself can start to blur with this new person - and that can be a truly beautiful thing. But I know for me personally, I missed some of the aspects o