Welcome to Hoodies & Hallelujahs

Hey beautifuls,

If you’re anything like me, you’ve had those days—hoodie on, coffee cold, prayers whispered between errands and emails. You’ve felt the burnout, the overwhelm, the guilt, and the quiet whisper:
“There has to be more than this.”

Hoodies & Hallelujahs was born in one of those moments—my own personal burnout.

Why I Created This Space

I knew I couldn’t be the only one craving something deeper, softer, and more soul-filling. I wanted to create a space for women—especially moms—who are building something beautiful right in the middle of the chaos.

As a full-time working mom to one incredible, neuro-spicy kiddo, I’ve spent years walking the delicate line of advocacy, emotional resilience, and unconditional love. Every day has been a lesson in grace, grit, and growth.

But let me be honest—there were some really difficult seasons. There were days I felt completely alone, unsure, and worn so thin I didn’t know how I’d keep going. I wish I had a space like this back then—a place to land when the world felt heavy. A place that reminded me I wasn’t the only one trying to hold it all together while quietly falling apart.

My son is 11 now, and while the challenges are different, they’re still real—just a new chapter in the story. And with each chapter, I’ve learned the value of community, compassion, and showing up for yourself even when it’s hard.

Through it all, I found myself whispering prayers for more—more peace, more purpose, more alignment. Not just for me, but for every woman holding it all together while quietly wondering if she’s allowed to want more.

Hoodies & Hallelujahs is my answer to that whisper. It’s for:

  • The moms doing it all but still feeling like something is missing

  • The women holding it down at home while dreaming of freedom and fulfillment

  • The faith-filled and the faith-wobbly

  • The ones who believe in both hustle and healing

What You’ll Find Here

This isn’t just another mom blog.
It’s a soft landing and a bold launchpad—a place where:

  • We talk about mindset, money, miracles, and the messy in-between moments

  • Faith and hustle sit side by side

  • The holy meets the everyday

You’ll find:

  • Faith-fueled motivation

  • Digital tools for your personal and professional life

  • Encouraging blog posts and personal stories

  • Resources to help you turn burnout into breakthrough—and your dreams into done deals

  • A growing community of like-minded women who uplift, support, and grow together

Who I Am

I’m Mel Braz— a woman in progress.

Outside of motherhood and the many hats I wear, I’m a lover of life’s little joys—music that soothes my soul, books that stretch my mind, nature that grounds me, and family moments that fill my heart. Whether it’s dancing barefoot in the kitchen, slow Sundays with coffee in hand, spontaneous joy rides, or quiet walks surrounded by trees, I believe in savoring the small, sacred things.

I’m not here as an expert—I’m here as a woman with a heart for God and a laptop full of ideas.

Let’s Rise Together

So no, this isn’t just another mom blog.

This is a space where healing is holy, hustle is sacred, and your dreams are still valid—no matter how messy life feels.

It’s not just content—it’s community.

When you join Hoodies & Hallelujahs, you’re stepping into a sisterhood of women who are walking similar roads, holding each other up, and rising together.

Grab your hoodie, let out a hallelujah… and let’s rise together.

With grace and grit,
Mel Braz