Life After Sport – Page 2 – Dr. Tiffany Ofili Porter

From Husband to Father: Jeff’s Journey of Love and Transformation

June 7, 2024

With Father’s Day 2024 quickly approaching, I’ve been reflecting on fatherhood, particularly that of my college sweetheart and husband Jeff. Witnessing his transformation into a father has been one of the most profound experiences of my life, and it’s made my love and appreciation of him explode. His fatherhood journey is marked by love, growth, … More From Husband to Father: Jeff’s Journey of Love and Transformation

The Ripple Effect of Kindness: Why Being Kind to Others Matters

April 26, 2024

I recently worked in the pharmacy for the first time in a few weeks, and I was pleasantly surprised by the number of kind words I received. From the patient who vocalized their satisfaction by the level of care I provided, to the technician who shared with me her gratitude for me going above and … More The Ripple Effect of Kindness: Why Being Kind to Others Matters

Five Shocking things my husband said about coaching me to the Olympics

April 5, 2024

In 2021, I attended my third and final Olympic Games with my husband by my side and with him wearing the very important hat of coach. I’ve talked about our athlete/coach relationship from my perspective in this blog: But I decided it would be insightful to hear Jeff’s take on this dynamic. We recently recorded … More Five Shocking things my husband said about coaching me to the Olympics

The KC Current Are Revolutionary. Witnessing Greatness And What I’ve Learned From It

March 15, 2024

On March 16, 2024, history will be made. The KC Current Women’s Soccer Team will be unveiling one of the first stadiums built specifically for a women’s sports team and kicking off their season in the CPKC Stadium. And during Women’s History Month at that. This is amazing, but it particularly means a lot to … More The KC Current Are Revolutionary. Witnessing Greatness And What I’ve Learned From It

Create New Family Traditions In These 6 steps

February 2, 2024

My husband and I have values that align and very high on that list is our appreciation for family. Back in college we used to talk about the life we wanted to build, and now we finally have the privilege to pour into the little family we created. Our daughter Chidera recently turned four and … More Create New Family Traditions In These 6 steps

Five Practical Ways To Help You Adjust to Having A New Baby

January 19, 2024

With us having eight months under our belt of being a family of four, I finally feel like I’m starting to get into a comfortable rhythm. It’s one thing to feel like you’re finally mastering the art of caring for one child, but an upgraded set of skills are required when you throw even more … More Five Practical Ways To Help You Adjust to Having A New Baby

Four Benefits Of Spending Quality Time With Family

January 5, 2024

For the Christmas break, my family and I traveled from Kansas City to Michigan to New Jersey and back to Kansas City over the span of 8 days. And if that travel sounds like a lot, that’s because it was. But so worth it! Even if I’m still recovering 5 days later. Although in hindsight, … More Four Benefits Of Spending Quality Time With Family

Five Ways You Can Prepare Your Children For Christmas

December 21, 2023

Christmas is such a wonderful time of the year, and it has been a joy to celebrate it alongside our children. Feeling the excitement from them and seeing the holiday season though through their eyes brings parents happiness and fulfillment. In our house, we are being intentional about ensuring our 4 year old understands that … More Five Ways You Can Prepare Your Children For Christmas

Goal Setting For 2024, The Time Is Now!

December 7, 2023

Many of us know that a SMART goal is one that’s Specific, Measurable, Achievable, Relevant, and Time-bound. Having this approach to goal setting increases the likelihood of success so I’ve been utilizing it for a while. I decided a long time ago that I didn’t want to be a part of the 91% of people … More Goal Setting For 2024, The Time Is Now!

Three Takeaways From My Son’s Baptism

November 22, 2023

A few weeks ago while our family was in Michigan, we decided to baptize our son with our family and friends present. As Catholic Christians, this is a very important sacrament in our faith and I’m very grateful that our son was able to partake in it. My baby being formally and publicly initiated into … More Three Takeaways From My Son’s Baptism

Why It’s Important To Stop And Reflect On Your Journey

November 9, 2023

This past weekend I was inducted into the University of Michigan’s Athletics Hall of Honor and it truly meant the world to me. To go back to the state where my love for athletics was born and the University where it was nurtured is one thing. But to receive the highest sports honor offered by … More Why It’s Important To Stop And Reflect On Your Journey

Nine Baby Items You Didn’t Know You Needed

October 25, 2023

Are you a new parent looking to build their registry? Or someone looking to get their mom friend a gift? Or someone, like me, who’s always on the hunt for the next gadget to help make your mom life a tad bit easier? Wherever you fall on the spectrum, I have compiled a list of … More Nine Baby Items You Didn’t Know You Needed

Eight Lessons I’d Tell My Younger Self Before Having Kids

October 11, 2023

Every year around this time I reflect on my journey to motherhood and remember how it wasn’t as straightforward as I’d liked. October is Pregnancy and Infant Loss Month and it will always hold a special place in my heart as we remember all the couples who experienced the gut wrenching pain of losing a … More Eight Lessons I’d Tell My Younger Self Before Having Kids

Twenty Things They Don’t Tell You About Sports Retirement

September 28, 2023

As an athlete who thoroughly enjoyed competing and is now enjoying retirement, I hope to show athletes that walking into a new phase in life doesn’t need to be met with fear or anxiety. Here are twenty lessons I’ve learned in retirement that no one really told me: 1) Nothing can quite compare to the … More Twenty Things They Don’t Tell You About Sports Retirement

5 Tips to Make New Friendships As An Adult

September 13, 2023

Moving to a new city and being tasked with building a new tribe can be challenging. In the past I’ve written about the importance of nurturing current relationships but what I’ve learned is that there is also an art to actually creating new friendships, especially as an adult. With our recent relocations I’ve had to … More 5 Tips to Make New Friendships As An Adult