Meet Corinne
Hi! I’m Corinne, an adventurous, happy, free-thinking single mom living on the beautiful Oregon coast with my energetic two-and-a-half-year-old son. If there’s one place you’ll almost always find us, it’s outside exploring—whether we’re walking on the beach, hiking through the forest, splashing in the ocean, or discovering something new together.
Motherhood has completely changed my life. Before becoming a mom, I was fiercely independent. Now, my world revolves around this little person who trusts me completely to guide him, protect him, and help him learn about the world. That kind of responsibility has challenged me in ways I never expected, but it has also expanded my heart beyond what I thought was possible. Becoming a mom has given me a deeper compassion for children, parents, and the many emotions we all experience.
Like many parents, I’ve learned that the hardest moments often come when we’re exhausted. The lack of sleep and the feeling of being overwhelmed can make parenting difficult, especially when my son is having big feelings and needs me to stay calm so I can help him work through them. I’ve discovered that caring for myself isn’t selfish—it’s one of the best ways I can show up for him. The more I practice self-compassion, reflection, and healthy ways to regulate my own emotions, the better equipped I am to help him do the same.
Alongside raising my son, I’m currently studying Mental Health Counseling in hopes of becoming a school counselor. My dream is to help children better understand themselves, heal from difficult experiences, discover their strengths, and confidently pursue what lights them up.
Through my Pollywog blog, I’m excited to share our adventures living on the Oregon coast with a toddler, the lessons motherhood continues to teach me, ideas for self-care that busy parents can realistically fit into their lives, and honest reflections from this season of parenting. I don’t have all the answers, but I believe we’re all learning together, and sometimes sharing our experiences can make another parent feel just a little less alone.
When I’m not studying or chasing my curious little guy around, you’ll probably find me enjoying the beach, hiking, swimming, eating a nourishing meal, or treating myself to a matcha latte. I also love little traditions. For example, every Christmas, we pick out a new ornament together to remember another year of growing as a family.
I’m so grateful to be part of the Pollywog community, and I look forward to connecting with you. I hope my stories encourage you to embrace the adventures, give yourself grace during the hard moments, and remember that caring for yourself is an important part of caring for your family.