What a year 2025 has been! I want to begin by saying thank you to everyone who has supported us from the very beginning. Without your belief and encouragement, we wouldn’t have come this far.
2025 was truly a year of firsts. From participating in our very first baby show at the ENERCare Centre in April to hosting our first pop-up in New York, it’s been a year filled with growth, learning, and unforgettable experiences. We had no idea just how much work went into attending a trade show like the baby show, and we couldn’t have done it without the incredible support of our friends and family. From organizing and tagging merchandise to driving the truck, and helping with setup and takedown—it was a massive undertaking. Doing all of this while eight months pregnant is not something I would recommend, but it reminded me just how strong the body truly is and showed me that I can accomplish anything I set my mind to.
Going into my second pregnancy felt completely different from my first. The nausea was relentless, lasting all day unless I was constantly eating, and the exhaustion was unlike anything I had experienced before. Still, I continued working full-time as a pharmacist, building Tiny Culture, and doing my best to be fully present for my son, Kaius. Many days felt like a race against the clock — as though there were never enough hours to do everything that needed to be done.
This year taught me a lesson I didn’t know I needed: you can’t control everything, and that’s okay. What matters most is showing up — whether that’s for weekly meetings, spending hours reviewing taxes and expenses, or cuddling with Kaius at the end of a long, tiring day. Doing your best, even when it feels imperfect, truly is enough.
The biggest milestone of all was welcoming baby Kiara into our family. Becoming a mom of two has stretched my patience in ways I never imagined and helped me learn how to let go of what I can’t control. Life feels messier and more chaotic than ever — but it’s also more beautiful. There’s a constant feeling of not doing enough, whether for the business or for my family. Managing sleepless nights with a newborn while navigating four-year-old meltdowns is a whole new level of exhaustion. And yet, somehow, I still found the energy to get up each morning to review student assignments, create content, and keep Tiny Culture moving forward.
Seeing Kiara in her namesake dress, or watching both of my children wearing pieces from Tiny Culture, fills me with a sense of pride that’s hard to put into words. I never imagined that one day I would be dressing my children in clothing from a brand I helped build. Balancing motherhood while continuing to grow Tiny Culture has been challenging, emotional, and deeply rewarding. It has pushed me to grow in ways I never expected and has reminded me, again and again, to prioritize what truly matters.
I am eternally grateful to my husband, our kids, and our family who always show up for me. And to Tasha, whose vision and unwavering belief in us continue to inspire—thank you. I can’t wait to see what 2026 has in store.