Our Story

Hi, I’m Michelle—wife, mom of four, and the heart behind Rooted and Thriving.

This journey began long before I ever realized it. I’ve lived with anxiety for as long as I can remember. As a child, it felt like a heavy shadow, something I didn’t fully understand but couldn’t escape. It followed me into adulthood and motherhood, a season that was supposed to be filled with joy but instead became one of my hardest battles.

After the birth of my first three children, postpartum depression and anxiety took hold of me. My husband was away on military deployments, and I was miles away from family and friends. I felt isolated, overwhelmed, and consumed by the weight of trying to be everything to everyone while feeling like I was losing myself in the process.

But through those dark seasons, something shifted. I found God, and He brought light to the darkest corners of my life. I began journaling as a way to pour out my worries, pray for guidance, and process my emotions. What started as a small act became a lifeline—helping me uncover gratitude, find clarity, and reconnect with who I was at my core. Journaling wasn’t just a habit; it became my sanctuary, a place where healing and growth began.

With my fourth baby, I experienced something I never thought possible—I felt present, peaceful, and deeply connected. I realized how much my faith and intentional practices, like journaling, had transformed not just my life but my motherhood.

Rooted and Thriving was born from this journey. It’s more than a stationery brand; it’s my heart poured into tools designed to help overwhelmed moms like you manage stress and anxiety, stay grounded, and reconnect with your faith and family. I believe that even in the chaos of motherhood, there is space for peace, joy, and growth.

These journals and resources are here to remind you that you’re not alone, and you are capable of thriving, even in the hardest seasons. Because if I can find my way back to joy and connection, I know you can too.

Let’s grow together, Mama.

With love,
Michelle