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𝙎𝙬𝙞𝙥𝙚 𝙩𝙤 𝙨𝙚𝙚 𝙬𝙝𝙖𝙩 𝙎𝙪𝙣𝙙𝙖𝙮 𝙖𝙧𝙩 𝙟𝙖𝙢 𝙢𝙚𝙖𝙣𝙨...

We stayed in a little more this weekend since I’m all achy from @sabsiez 🏋🏻‍♀️ and my 💉 jab site. That makes 3/4 limbs unusable. That also meant #blueberryseah

🖍 Drawing on everything she can get her hands on
🖍 Guilty realizing she drew on mom’s portrait of her eating & trying to erase her marks now
🖍 More drawing...
🖍 Bored of drawing, daddy can you complete my homework for me please?
After that she ran around the room deliberately attempting to shove crayons into her mouth. Somebody might be pooping rainbows tonight.

How did you spend your weekend?

#佘lygoodnessandmercy #kkslittlepeople
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#illustratenow #sgmummy #sgmotherhood #sgparenthood #motherhood #kkmeettheartist #mumlife #momlife

𝘾𝙤𝙪𝙣𝙩𝙞𝙣𝙜 𝙤𝙪𝙧 𝘽

𝘾𝙤𝙪𝙣𝙩𝙞𝙣𝙜 𝙤𝙪𝙧 𝘽𝙡𝙚𝙨𝙨𝙞𝙣𝙜𝙨 𝙞𝙣 𝙢𝙤𝙧𝙚 𝙬𝙖𝙮𝙨 𝙩𝙝𝙖𝙣 𝙤𝙣𝙚 🍊🧧

I’ve been falling way behind on showcasing my work, so here’s one I did for @liliewoods_social at the beginning of the year.

This one showcases Liliewoods’ Fam and the magic of books & how stories come to life, complete with intricate book cover details on their Julian bookshelves.

Whenever I work on commissions for merch like this I try to make the original artwork framable so they can be displayed ♥️ #kristenwrites #kkslittlepeople
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#brushlettering #brushcalligraphy #biblelettering #angpow #childrensbookillustrator #illustratenow #watercolorillustration #familyportrait

𝙄 𝙝𝙖𝙫𝙚 𝙖 𝙙𝙖𝙮 𝙟𝙤𝙗 ☀️ 𝙖𝙣𝙙 𝙙𝙤 𝙖𝙧𝙩 𝙖𝙩 🌙

After taking a full year off to spend time with little B, I’ve been back to work for almost a month now, back to the old routine, which is pretty nice too. I hardly talk about it, but I have a full time job as a Speech Therapist. And I love it so here’s a photo dump documenting the first month back and captions:

1-2. 👗On some mornings I actually dress up for work and happen to match with my friends. (@goyathelabel has quick become my staple because of its comfort). Both photos are before vs after work 😂 clearly look a bit crazy.

3. 🩺 The in-betweens of the day are usually spent in scrubs.

4. 🏋🏻‍♀️ Been trying to gym at lunch to reduce the post-lunch slump. Learnt to row this week too!

5. 🥦 Spruced up our pantry supply so it means I can make microwave salads. I didn’t bother to properly document it though.

6. ♥️ A little appreciation goes an incredibly long way for our little hearts

7. 🎨 And we put up the posters I designed for speech therapy week 2018 in our department. So pleased to be able to merge day-work with my creative strengths.

8. 💉 Vaccine dose 1, I was so excited. Haha. Am I the only crazy one?

Anyway hope you had a great week! TGIF friends! #kkmeettheartist
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#speechtherapist #speechtherapy #dayjob #ftwm #fulltimeworkingmom #sgmummy #mumpreneur

Peekaboo #blueberryseah 🫐 . . . . @rascalandfri

Peekaboo #blueberryseah 🫐
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@rascalandfriends
#rascalandfriendssg
#rascalmumsg #rascalantics
#toocutetocover
#nonasties #sgmummy #sgmotherhood #sgparenthood

𝙒𝙝𝙖𝙩 𝙢𝙮 𝙝𝙪𝙨𝙗𝙖𝙣

𝙒𝙝𝙖𝙩 𝙢𝙮 𝙝𝙪𝙨𝙗𝙖𝙣𝙙 𝙩𝙝𝙞𝙣𝙠𝙨 𝙤𝙛 𝙢𝙮 𝙬𝙤𝙧𝙠:

Worked on a whole bunch of sticker orders recently and then my husband said he wanted some. My husband who does not buy things & wear holey T-shirts wants one and said if he wasn’t married to me, he would buy it for his daughter (because of course now he and B get it free). Now that is real validation. What’s the best thing someone has ever said to you? #kkslittlepeople #kristenwrites
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#stickers #sgmotherhood #sgparenthood #sgmummy #illustratenow #watercolorillustration #childrensbookillustrator #childrensbookillustration #namelabels

𝙏𝙝𝙚 𝙝𝙖𝙣𝙙 𝙞𝙨 𝙢𝙞𝙜𝙝𝙩𝙞𝙚𝙧 𝙩𝙝𝙖𝙣 𝙩𝙝𝙚 𝙨𝙥𝙤𝙤𝙣?

Been playing around with spoon feeding a bit more since the skill seems to be emerging. Particularly so when I feel brave. The other day this was home made claypot rice, and we’ve tried yogurt and liver porridge today. Some days are a hit, and some days the hand wins. #blueberryseah

#sgmummy #sgmotherhood #motherhood #sgmoms #sgparenthood #babyfeeding

Something I scribbled today because it’s been on

Something I scribbled today because it’s been on my mind quite a bit. Tbh it frustrates me how social media makes lives look so perfect that you’d want it too. I remember my hubby telling me when B was first born that “I will never be a perfect mom and I don’t have to be one because I’m human.” Ouch? But it’s true. And over the months I’ve been with her I’ve learnt to let go a little more, decided sometimes it’s okay to close two eyes, and pick my battles. And sometimes that’s what we need to do for sanity, no? We’ll all turn out fine.

There’s no need to beat yourself up about not appearing perfect, or doing what makes you imperfect. Social media personas are not real. #kristenwrites
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#motherhoodthoughts #sgmotherhood #sgmummy #motherhood #handlettered #lettering #encouragingquotes

Happy Resurrection Sunday! 🌦 I posted this some

Happy Resurrection Sunday! 🌦 I posted this some days back but I’ve captioned it and added music this time and pretty proud of it. So sound on for the full effect, but if you can’t, save it to watch later. Hahah!

I always find it interesting how parenting kind of reflects our relationship with God. We’ve figured by now that #blueberryseah doesn’t really want to walk much (yet) more because she’s scared than she can’t. And sometimes I see that in my own faith - scared to take that first step into the unknown.

Well that said I’m glad I know one thing - that God loves us so much that Jesus died on the cross for our sins and rose three days later so that we can have eternal life. The little one may not understand much of the significance this weekend holds this year but I pray she will next year ♥️ #佘lygoodnessandmercy

#sgparenthood #sgmummy #sgmotherhood #firstwalk #resurrectionsunday #parenthood #motherhood

Did this piece 4 years ago at this time of the yea

Did this piece 4 years ago at this time of the year based on one of my favourite songs (swipe if you’d like to hear it. I put it in because I wanted to share it with you!). Also have to admit that I was reminded how much I love this photo because of the nails and rings! ♥️ hope you’re having a lovely long weekend so far! #kristenwrites #kkslittlepeople
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#illustratenow #brushlettering #brushcalligraphy #illustrationartists #childrensbookillustrator #letterhislove #biblelettering #goodfriday #floralillustration

Now Mum, where are the cupcakes? I don’t accept

Now Mum, where are the cupcakes? I don’t accept “I don’t have any” as an answer. #blueberryseah

#sgmummy #sgmotherhood #sgparenthood #mummydaughter #motherhood #pcosmom

@the_spg_effect has always had something to say ab

@the_spg_effect has always had something to say about my drawings. Either he really hates them or he’s upset he doesn’t own one yet. I’m certain it isn’t the former, so @thebokeeffect and I decided it was time we fixed the latter. Inspired by the fairytales he tells little O, here’s my take on his piece. Happy April Fool’s! #kkslittlepeople
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#sgparenthood #brushlettering #brushletteringsg #brushcalligraphy #portraitillustration #sgmummy #sgdaddy #illustratenow #childrensbookillustrator #childrensbookillustrstion

Earlier today, opened up IG and saw this photo on

Earlier today, opened up IG and saw this photo on @pleasethankyou.shop and ♥️😍 this is shelfie goodness. Spot my print! Content creation is hard, I have no photos for today so I’m stealing this because it made my day! ☀️ To all of you who have bought my prints before - please send me photos! Show me how you style them! I’d love to see!!!

My favourite part about being a small biz owner & supporting other local small biz owners is the friendships! Not all of us may have met live, but we often have things in common. I think that’s what Covid took from me - it took away the opportunity to meet people at fleas/fairs. I love that most. I’m an introvert by nature but I love meeting like minded people. Something about that is extremely precious. All of you are extremely precious and mean a lot to me.

📷 @pleasethankyou.shop
#kristenwrites
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#illustratenow #childrensbookillustrator #shelfie #childrensbookillustration #letterhislove #biblelettering #smallbizowner #supportsmallbusiness

I’m feeling particularly tired these few days an

I’m feeling particularly tired these few days and I know I can’t be the only one. But thankful for the long weekend coming! 🌈Here’s a little video from the weekend that I took a while to put together that hopefully will brighten your day ☀️ What’s one thing you’re thankful for today? #佘lygoodnessandmercy #blueberryseah
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#weekendvibes #sgmummy #sgmotherhood #motherhood #sgparenthood #sgfamily #family #parenthood #keepitreal

LET’S TALK FERTILITY AND PCOS 🌱 Little #blue

LET’S TALK FERTILITY AND PCOS 🌱

Little #blueberryseah has made it clear that she loves other children, always waving and trying to talk to them. We’re sure she’d love more playmates. As part of our bedtime routine, we’ve started praying with her about having siblings... But I can’t help but worry that a sibling will take long because of my PCOS. If anything I’m hoping natural supplements will help to improve my cycles.

@upspring_asia’s prenatal gummies contain the daily value of 11 essential nutrients, folate included. I have started taking the Fertility+ Reproductive support which supports hormonal balance, and is supposed to regulate menstrual cycle & get more consistent ovulation.

For those who are wondering, I’m going to outline the benefits of some of the natural ingredients in the supplements:
🌱Maca root - lots of vitamins, balances hormones, improve mood and energy
🌱Black cohosh - exhibits estrogenic effects and may help regulate cycles, and there’s been some evidence of it helping ladies who are also on clomid cycles.
🌱Shatavari root - antioxidant properties, and is known to balance the female hormone system and overall female vitality.
🌱Ginger root - mitigates inflammation (good for PCOS!) and facilitate conception
🌱Broccoli - high in folate, rich in vit C which helps in the absorption of iron

I know we PCOS ladies always get excited about anything that potentially can improve our condition. But please consult a doctor before trying supplements and make sure to do your research first! Stop and get checked if you experience side effects including digestive upset, nausea, skin rashes, infection, muscle pain, breast pain or enlargement, and spotting or bleeding outside of your menstrual cycle, dizziness etc.

♥️ Also just putting it out there - if any of you want to talk more about our condition, fertility, or even just rant, you are always welcome to start a convo. I’ll be as much of a support as I can! 🥲

@tattletaleagency #UpSpringAsia #MadeWithLove #sp
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#sgmummy #sgmotherhood #pcosmom #pcos #babygirl #sgbabygirl #infertilitywarrior #infertilitysupport #mothersanddaughters

It’s Palm Sunday 🌴 & the start of Holy Week.

It’s Palm Sunday 🌴 & the start of Holy Week. I didn’t intend to draw this today, but #blueberryseah had such fun with the palm leaves at church (new toy!) that I thought I had to document it in our own unique way. Anyway here’s an excerpt from her Rhyme Bible Storybook for Little Ones that she makes me read thee times a night. I love how it summarises Holy Week so nicely and succinctly!

Jesus is coming into the town!
Take off your coats and lay them down.
Jesus is coming into the town!
Pick up a branch and wave it around!
But Jesus knows that there are some
Who do not like to see him come.
They will hang him on a tree,
And he will die for you and me.

Hope you’re having a fab weekend like us! #佘lygoodnessandmercy #kkslittlepeople
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#sgmotherhood #sgmummy #sgparenthood #motherhood #palmsunday #holyweek #illustratenow #childrensbookillustration #childrensbookillustrator

Or.. taste and see that my bickie is good? I want

Or.. taste and see that my bickie is good?
I want to use this platform to help and support people who have questions (esp since I am no pro!). So, HELP needed!

Had a mom ask me recently for advise on starting a child on solids. Her little one turns 7 months and is refusing banana and cereal. She realized he would shut his mouth tightly when he sees the spoon & when she tried to let him use his hands he merely licked his fingers and that’s it.

I have no idea so I asked if I could post this so anyone who had thoughts could comment and weigh in.
Have any of you shared similar experiences? What worked and what didn’t?
When did you start weaning your child and what were their first foods?
Did you do BLW or traditional or a mix?

And last but not least, no judgement. We’re all here to support each other ♥️ #kristenwrites #kkslittlepeople
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#illustratenow #blw #sgmummy #sgmotherhood #mumsupportingmums #childrensbookillustrator #brushlettering #brushcalligraphy #childrensbookillustrator #watercolorillustration

ANNOUNCEMENT ♥️ After all the drama drama dram

ANNOUNCEMENT ♥️ After all the drama drama drama about my taxes, the good news is it’s all settled now! So I am reopening the phone cover pre-orders, and will order ASAP once we hit 10 phone covers!

I am super thankful for everyone’s empathy and patience in all this, you all are gems ✨ #kristenwrites #kkslittlepeople
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#illustratenow #illustration #watercolorillustration #childrensbookillustrator #phonecovers #phonecover #brushlettering #brushcalligraphy

Did I tell you that I love my @photorikiki family

Did I tell you that I love my @photorikiki family shots so much that I have a @photorikiki inspired illustration now? Or what we used to call #kkslittletwin ... speaking of which I should really get back to twinning with my drawings! It’s been a while.
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#illustratenow #childrensbookillustrator #illustration #childrensbookillustration #watercolorillustration #familyportrait #familyportraitphotographer

Celebrating little wins like a 13.2g/dl haemoglobi

Celebrating little wins like a 13.2g/dl haemoglobin count ✨

Having PCOS means as a couple, we know conceiving is hard. We choose nature take its course and would be over the moon if we’re blessed with another little one even if it’s very soon. Also means getting your period could be dampening news. But I made sure I had something to look forward to this time.

So I did get my period and went to try donate blood last week but failed my haemoglobin count with a 12.1. Today I had a super good reading of 13.2 and am extremely pleased. The lady bandaging me asked me if I wanted a neutral band aid and I was like “COLOURFUL” because this is band aid is like a trophy to me.

I love donating blood & try to do so as often as I can. So, for those who are thinking of donating, just a few tips:
🩸 if you tend to be slightly anemic like me, get your iron checked first. That’s always what gets me turned away. Min haemoglobin is 12.5g/dl for ladies, 13g/dl for men.
🩸 plan your donation. Some things that help with a better haemoglobin for me were stopping coffee, taking more red meat, and taking iron supplements for a few days before you plan to donate.
🩸 you cannot donate blood when you’re pregnant, and should not while breastfeeding.
🩸 you may donate 6 weeks after natural birth, or 6 months after a c-sect if you aren’t breastfeeding.
🩸 you should be in good health, and not have taken medication, herbal supplements or traditional herbal remedies for at least 3 days. If you have taken antibiotics, wait at least 1 week. But do not stop your meds just to donate blood!

Hope you had as good a Tuesday as I did! ♥️

#kkmeetthemaker #pcos #pcosmom #pcosfighter #blooddonation

How was your Monday? I’ll admit today wasn’t

How was your Monday?

I’ll admit today wasn’t the best Monday I’ve had. Wasn’t feeling it. Wasn’t sure what I wanted to do about myself. But it happens, and I’m hoping with this piece I’ll be sending some love and encouragement out ♥️ Any tips to make Monday’s less blue? Tell me in the comments! #kristenwrites
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#illustratenow #kkslittlepeople #brushlettering #brushletteringsg #letterhislove #brushcalligraphy #biblelettering #mondaymotivation

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