Pregnancy and Childbirth
Ah, summer. Lazier days, lots of time spent outside, water play, fresh berries, picnics, fighting kids, tired mom, sand-filled cars, and so much more . . . You probably do many things on this list already, but I hope it gives you a way to find an activity that works for you and requires very […]
When you first find out you’re expecting a new bundle of joy (YAAAYY!!), there are so many important tasks on your to-do list before baby’s arrival. One of your first jobs as a parent is selecting the baby registry that will organize all the items you need for those newborn days and beyond. Various quality […]
Over the last few years, some may say we have moved mountains in the way of stereotypes, acceptance, and equality. If nothing else, some light has been shed on antiquated systems and speech in our societies that are no longer acceptable. This ever-changing world and its views are refreshing. There is hope that when today’s […]
Are you looking for Happy Mother’s Day quotes to celebrate Mom? Then, you’ve come to the right place. I lost my mom to early-onset Alzheimer’s disease almost a decade ago as I was becoming a mother. Every day felt like Mother’s Day as I was losing her to dementia. Now, I remember my mom’s loving […]
I have an interesting connection to dad jokes. I never heard my dad tell a single one, but my mom has a special talent for making us groan. She lived for those moments, telling a joke and watching an entire room of people roll their eyes. She still does! When I became a father, a […]
I am the mother of two girls, but oddly enough, my husband and I only picked out boy names before we found out I was pregnant with our oldest daughter. Imagine our surprise when we had to come up with girl names after our first 20-week ultrasound! Coincidentally, we ended up settling on names for […]
Being a parent is one of the most joyful and stressful roles we will play in our lifetime. It can be exhausting and often overwhelming. Sometimes it feels like a thankless job. But it is also the purest source of joy, fulfilling, and rewarding in so many other ways. Well, isn’t that the greatest enigma […]
As more studies reveal the potential side effects of hormonal contraceptives, such as blood clots and mood disorders, many women are looking for non-hormonal alternatives to birth control. Natural family planning, also called fertility awareness, is one of these non-hormonal alternatives. It has grown in popularity but has long been used and researched as a […]
One of the most exciting parts of pregnancy is selecting a name for your baby! If you’re expecting a daughter and looking for beautiful girl names, you’ve come to the right place. We’ve compiled a list of gorgeous names for girls. Both of my daughters’ names – Samantha and Charlotte – made this list of […]
The moment I found out I was pregnant, I began to daydream about dressing my future baby. Styling my son is definitely a source of joy for me! I love anytime I can match or coordinate an outfit with him. I will admit, it is a bit more challenging to find matching items for boy […]