The M Report would like to introduce a new voice to the conversation - Jo Anne Castillo! We're so excited to share insight from the new mom. She'll host #MommyMondays with brand new content.
Let's get to know Mama Jo!
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| Jo Anne |
M: Tell us a little bit about yourself. Where are you from,
what do you do?
I am from Stafford, Texas, born and raised. My normal nine to five is being a Tax Analyst for a Fortune 500 company. But my real job
is being a wifey and mommy!
M: Tell us about your journey into motherhood aka tell us about
your baby!
I am the mother of a sweet seven-month old baby boy, BJ, who
loves to keep Papi (nickname for my husband Bryan) and I on our toes! BJ's favorite show is "Puppy Dog Pals" and
anything Mickey on Disney Jr. If BJ's not eating or sleeping, he’s probably
chewing on a TV remote or trying to climb whatever’s in sight. My journey into
motherhood has been exciting, yet frightening, however, we couldn’t imagine
life without Baby BJ.
M: What’s the best thing about being a mother?
Knowing that there’s a tiny human being whose life depends
on me and thinks I hung the moon and stars in the sky.
M: What’s the most challenging?
Also knowing that there’s a tiny human being whose life
depends on you ... but I guess you could say not knowing what to expect. Once you
think you have one thing down, it changes the next day.
M: How has the pandemic impacted your new chapter into
motherhood?
Though this pandemic has been an unfortunate event for the
world, it has also been a blessing in disguise to be at home with BJ and watch
him grow. My husband and I are fortunate enough to work from home and we have
learned to appreciate what matters most - faith and family.
M: What’s your advice to young women out there who are unsure
about becoming a mom?
There is no such thing as being “ready” to be a parent.
Nothing in life will or can prepare you to be a mother, no book or course. But
the lessons learned along the way are the most rewarding.
Click "Read More" for the adorable photo of Jo Anne's family.
