I (am) used to be a geek. A cool one. I took up Molecular Biology and Biotechnology because it sounded nice. And I wanted to wear a biohazard suit to work. They don't wear biohazard suits pala. Wrong motive. After my bloody thesis on the mitochondrial DNA of an obscure fish, I realized it's not for me. I decided to become a physician instead.
Four years into medical school and one year short of graduating, I took a break and found myself working with a community development NGO in Palawan run by a Christian doctor. That experience made a huge impact in my life, and I knew I would be back to serve. True enough, I got a scholarship during my internship that allowed me to be a barrio doctor. Guess where I was assigned? Smack right in the middle of the sea :) Palawan!
It was every adventurous doctor's dream. The place is breathtaking but the boat rides were notoriously cruel. Because I was the only doctor, I had to treat everyone in my best capacity. Most patients didn't have the money to go to the hospital in the next island, 3-4 hours away. There was even a time when I had to read a surgery textbook before doing a procedure. Good heavens, I would have referred that kid to a hand orthopedic surgeon back in PGH. What I lacked in my skills, the Lord supplied with grace.
Fast forward. I am now a plain housewife to Arvin and a full time mommy to my precious Caleb. Hwhhatt? A stay-at-home mom? You heard it right. Some say that my decision is anti-climactic. I think otherwise. The thing is, I only pursue things that I am completely passionate about.
And while I am on hiatus with my medical career, don't you want to know what goes inside the mind of a crazy doctor mom? Many doctor moms are too busy to blog anyway.
But hey, full-time moms like me are super busy people too. And I only write when I am inspired, when Caleb is asleep, and when the chores are done. Inspire me more! Let me know what you want to hear :)
Thanks for dropping by!
Lei
Goodluck on being a stay at home, full time mom! I am one as well and I'd love to read more about your new journey as a mother. It is always inspiring to read other stay at home mom's experiences. It kinda make me feel I am not alone in the chaos of diaper changes, running a household and being a good wife and mother.
ReplyDeletegoodluck on your career. and more power on being a mom. =)
ReplyDeleteHi! I do admire you for your courage in embracing motherhood! I do believe it is the best decision a mother could ever do. I am a teacher who is currently on maternity leave I have decided to become a full time mom after I finish this school year. Becoming a hands-on mom is my priority but earning extra income is also important. So can you write something about how to earn extra income while being a stay at home mom. Thanks!
ReplyDeleteYour decision is very courageous, hands down! I stumbled upon your blog through www.chroniclesofanursingmom.com giveaway. And now, I'm a follower. I also started blogging just recently, like you. Here's to more blogposts and stories for us!
ReplyDeleteMae, will try to come up with practical posts in the future :) Being online allowed me to connect with other moms too, and like you, they let me know that I am not alone on this journey!
ReplyDeleteGotluggage, thank you very much! :)
Helga, believe me, I understand the financial toll on single income family nowadays. But I know your decision is all going to be worth it :) Let me do that post soon too..
Legallymama, you must have an interesting perspective and I am looking forward to your blog! I am such a blogspot dummy, I don't even know if there is a feature that would allow me to "reply" to these comments. Also still trying to figure how to "add friends". Haha! Thank you for dropping by!
Hi! Welcome to blogging! Thanks for visiting my blog. I really appreciate the comments. Found out that you were giving away cloth diapers so I decided to join. hehehe! :D
ReplyDeleteBy the way, your blog theme looks familiar. :P Pretty, pretty, pretty!
Oh by the way, I'd love to know more about your Palawan adventures. Sounds exciting! :D
ReplyDeletegood luck for being a full time mother to caleb. It's a fulfillment for us women to become a Mother and do our very best to our children and I admire you for your decision. Your blogs is very encouraging and one of your followers now :-)
ReplyDeleteGod bless and more power.
I learned about your blog through the giveaway and I'd love to read more about your adventures in cloth diapering and motherhood.
ReplyDeleteI'm interested in your posts on common infant pains like diaper rash and ear infections.
ReplyDeleteHi, Dr. Lei! Thanks for sharing your inspiring story. I admire your courage and I wish I will be able to leave my job and be a full time mom soon.
ReplyDeleteI hope to read more about why we should consider shifting to cloth diapers. Aside from cost savings, I am interested to learn more about its benefits. Actually i am quite uncertain about the idea.
I guess I entered the contest to "test" it and see if my daughter will actually wear it.
I am new at blogging too :-) juliadominiq@blogspot.com
Thanks and God bless!
Hi mommy lei!
ReplyDeletei am also a SAHM right now. i can relate to you... i am also new in blogging..it's fun cause you get to share your experience as a mom!
Godbless
www.felicityofayoungmom.blogspot.com
Hi Dr. Lei! Like you, I'm an MD turned SAHM! Hehehe! Also, I blog :)
ReplyDeleteFound your blog through Chronicles of a Nursing Mom and I'm hooked! Love your mish-mash posts of just about anything. I especially found your post on renewing the PRC license very useful as mine expired this year ;-)
Anyway, just keep on writing whatever you want! No need to pigeonhole yourself on baby topics. That, coming from a blogger who writes just about anything, hehe!
Hi mommy Lei :) would like to read about more on your adventures as a mommy. What do you teach Caleb? Would want to read more on the different developmental milestones of a baby, especially for a baby boy since my baby is a boy also.
ReplyDeleteThanks Mommy Lei. God Bless and keep the posts coming. <3
Dr. Issa! I am so new to this, I don't even know how to incorporate a "reply" to comments! Haha! Throw me in some tips? I'd love to connect with you but was lead to your friendster page. Wow, you have A LOT of blogs. And glad you liked the PRC post :)Thanks for dropping by!
ReplyDeleteLolly, yes it's fun to blog because we vent out on (no)things and connect with moms on similar journeys!
Hi Belle (Julia's Mom), I got goosebumps when I saw your pretty pretty blog :) I highly respect working moms, and in itself, it is a courageous thing to do. May you follow your heart as you decide on what's best for your family. Hope you win!!! :) And thanks for the suggestion on the cloths diapers.
Kares, thanks so much for finding company in my writings. That encourages me too :)
Janice, nice seeing you here! Hey, I was inspired by you, but changed the look because I am so novice I fount the format too complex. Haha!
Selene and Organized Junkie, thanks for those suggestions :) Will keep in mind.
Ria, that's a nice suggestion! :) So much to write about! And I am excited! Hope you stick with me, as I have been juggling a lot of things lately. But will definitely touch that topic. Blessings to you too and to your little boy :)
ReplyDeleteHi, Dr. Lei! Chronicles of a Nursing Mom led me to your site.
ReplyDeleteUnder the theme of green living, perhaps you could give the lowdown on disposable diapers/baby products (e.g., composition, human and environmental effects of their use, and assessments of biodegradability claims). [Although parang pang-academic paper na ata masyado, no? Hehe.] In line, you might want to write about and help promote eco-conscious products for feminine hygiene/care (e.g., cloth menstrual pads) as well.
I opted to become a work-at-home mom shortly after giving birth to my precious little miss last year, so other moms’ dynamic stories about their decision to focus (indefinitely) on being a WAHM or SAHM/homemaker, about their experiences as such, and about eventually transitioning back to full-time work also pique my interest.
Good lck with your business. [Those wooden toys you’re selling are adorable!] Cheers!
Thanks Cathy! :) I value your suggestion, I think hindi naman pang-academic paper. It's good to be informed on our choices and I agree with you, there should be a review. Transitioning to full-time work is something I am not an expert on -- (not just yet! and I doubt if any mom would claim to be onem haha! :).. Don't we all enjoy each other's stories? :) Thanks for your kind words, and thanks for dropping by! (yup, the toys ARE adorable!).
ReplyDeleteMae, will try to come up with practical posts in the future :) Being online allowed me to connect with other moms too, and like you, they let me know that I am not alone on this journey!
ReplyDeleteGotluggage, thank you very much! :)
ReplyDeleteHelga, I understand the financial toll on single income family nowadays. And I know your decision is all going to be worth it :) Provision will always come. Let me do that post soon too..
ReplyDeleteLegallymama, you must have an interesting perspective and I am looking forward to your blog! I am such a blogspot dummy, I just discovered this feature that allows me to "reply" to you. Took me ages. Haha! Thank you for dropping by!
ReplyDeleteJanice, nice seeing you here! Hey, I was inspired by you, but changed the look because I am so novice I fount the format too complex. Haha!
ReplyDeleteKares, thanks so much for finding company in my writings. That encourages me too :)
ReplyDeleteHi Belle (Julia's Mom), I got goosebumps when I saw your pretty pretty blog :) I highly respect working moms, and in itself, it is a courageous thing to do. May you follow your heart as you decide on what's best for your family. Hope you win!!! :) And thanks for the suggestion on the cloths diapers.
ReplyDeleteLolly, yes it's fun to blog because we vent out on (no)things and connect with moms on similar journeys!
ReplyDeleteDr. Issa! I am so new to this, I don't even know how to incorporate a "reply" to comments! Haha! Throw me in some tips? I'd love to connect with you but was lead to your friendster page. Wow, you have A LOT of blogs. And glad you liked the PRC post :)Thanks for dropping by! ---- Hey, I just did (installed a reply option) !
ReplyDeleteRia, that's a nice suggestion! :) So much to write about! And I am excited! Hope you stick with me, as I have been juggling a lot of things lately. But will definitely touch that topic. Blessings to you too and to your little boy :)
ReplyDeleteThanks Cathy! :) I value your suggestion, I think hindi naman pang-academic paper. It's good to be informed on our choices and I agree with you, there should be a review. Transitioning to full-time work is something I am not an expert on -- (not just yet! and I doubt if any mom would claim to be onem haha! :).. Don't we all enjoy each other's stories? :) Thanks for your kind words, and thanks for dropping by! (yup, the toys ARE adorable!).
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