The Music Mom: Eileen Carey

Finding My Voice Again After Motherhood Changed Me

Motherhood changed me in ways I didn’t expect, and for a while, I felt like I lost my voice. In this post, I share how music helped me find myself again and rediscover who I am beyond being a mom.

The Quiet Gift of Boredom: Why Doing Nothing Matters More Than We Think

Boredom used to stress me out as a mom, but I’ve learned to see it differently. In this post, I share how quiet, unplanned moments help both my kids and me grow, think, and create. Sometimes doing nothing is exactly what we all need to find our rhythm again.

The Strength I See: Celebrating the Women Around Us

During Women’s History Month, I find myself thinking about the incredible women around me. In this post, I reflect on the courage, creativity, compassion, and resilience I see in everyday life, and why those qualities make me proud to be part of this strong, inspiring community of women.

Spring’s Song: Lessons in Hope and Renewal

Each spring reminds me that life always offers another chance to begin again. In this post, I reflect on the lessons this season teaches about patience, renewal, creativity, and gratitude, and how those rhythms guide me as both a mom and a musician.

Turning Down the Volume on Mom Guilt

Mom guilt used to follow me to rehearsals, school events, and even the pantry. I soon learned how to quiet that voice and replace it with grace and purpose. The truth in all this? We can chase our passions and love our families well at the same time.

Music and Motherhood: Learning to Live in the Same Key

Motherhood changed how I hear music and how I live my days. In this post, I share the lessons songs taught me about patience, listening, and connection. Parenting feels a lot like composing. The notes matter, but the pauses, tone, and presence matter even more to me now.

10 Female Artists Who Captured the Essence of Black History Month

During Black History Month, I turn to music that tells the truth and carries history forward. In this post, I highlight ten powerful female artists whose voices shaped culture, challenged injustice, and continue to inspire me as a mom, a listener, and a believer in the power of music.

5 Tips for Writing the Perfect Lyrics

Writing lyrics doesn’t require hours of quiet or perfect conditions. Here are some simple habits that help me write honest, meaningful lines in small pockets of time. These five tips keep my songwriting clear, emotional, and effective—even in the middle of busy mom life.

Winter Wellness: Fun Ways to Stay Active and Lift Our Spirits

Winter can feel long, but I choose to make it playful and healthy. This post features some fun indoor and outdoor activities that keep my family moving, connected, and emotionally strong. These simple ideas help us stay active and lift our moods—even on the coldest days.

8 Gentle Ways to Actually Keep Your New Year’s Resolutions

Every January, I feel both hopeful and overwhelmed. In this post, I share how I approach New Year’s resolutions with calm instead of pressure. These eight tips help me set realistic goals, let go of guilt, and move forward with confidence, grace, and a lot more joy.

Once the Gifts Are Opened: Finding Peace After Christmas Morning

After the gifts are opened and the morning rush fades, Christmas reveals its quiet magic. In this post, I share why I love the calm of Christmas afternoon, how good music deepens the moment, and why this peaceful pause often becomes my favorite part of the day.

Finding Gratitude in the Small Moments

As Thanksgiving approaches, I’ve been thinking less about the busy plans and more about the little moments that make life rich. In this post, I share simple, meaningful ways I practice gratitude as a mom, musician, and human doing her best to notice what truly matters.