Welcome to Ivy Monroe — Where Motherhood & Mystery Meet

Hi, I’m Ivy! This little space of the internet is where I share a mix of motherhood, mysteries, cozy living, weird history, and carefully curated finds.

I created Ivy Monroe for curious women who love meaningful stories, warm drinks, old books, quiet routines, and discovering something a little unusual along the way.

Here, you’ll find a blend of:

• weird history and forgotten stories
• cold cases and unsolved mysteries
• honest reflections on motherhood and everyday life
• self-care inspiration and quiet routines
• curated finds and deals for readers, writers, moms, and lovers of cozy living

When it comes to mysteries, I love exploring the strange stories that make you stop and say, “How have I never heard this before?” From eerie disappearances and bizarre events to unsolved cases and forgotten moments in history, these are the kinds of stories that stay with you.

Some are unsettling. Some are heartbreaking. Some are simply odd. But all of them are real, and all of them left a mark.

And when it comes to motherhood, I don’t want this to be another dry, picture-perfect lifestyle blog that makes everything look easy. Around here, we keep it real. Motherhood can be beautiful, but it can also be messy, chaotic, exhausting, and deeply emotional. My hope is that by sharing the real-life things that help me, they may help you too.

A little about me: I’m a true boy mom to five boys, one in Heaven, with ages ranging from teens to toddlerhood. And yes, I had a baby at 43 — so trust me, I understand what it feels like to be in several seasons of motherhood at once.

This site isn’t about dry timelines or academic lectures. It’s about storytelling. I love bringing history back to life in a way that feels human, curious, thoughtful, and sometimes a little bizarre. I also believe motherhood deserves that same honesty. Not polished perfection, but real stories, real encouragement, and a reminder that we are not alone in the middle of it all.

Alongside the blog, I also create videos for my YouTube channel, Echoes & Oddities, where strange history, unsolved mysteries, and forgotten stories unfold through narration, real images, and custom graphic novel-style visuals. You’ll also find shorter episodes like Bizarre Lunchtime Tales, deeper late-night listens through Echoes After Dark, and podcast-style episodes for those who prefer to simply listen.

Some days, this blog may feel like a journal. Other days, it may feel like a cozy library filled with strange stories and forgotten people.

Either way, my hope is that this space feels warm, thoughtful, inspiring, and just mysterious enough to keep you curious.