I participated in an Ambassador Activation on behalf of Influence Central forWaterWipes. I received product samples to facilitate my review as well as a promotional item to thank me for my participation. As moms of babies and toddlers, we always want what’s best for our little ones — especially when it comes to their delicate skin. […]
The Moment You Realize You’re Going to Be a Mom
Excited. Joyful. Thankful. Blessed. Anxious. Nervous. Disbelief. Shocked. These are a few words real moms used to describe that very moment they found out they were expecting…with the realization that a new life was forming inside their very body and the whole world as they knew it was about to change.I can still recall the first moment […]
16 Things to Do Before Baby Arrives {Free Printable}
Are you pregnant and preparing for a new baby? See our list of what you need to do now while in nesting mode, to get your home ready for baby…plus a few things you should do for mommy before it’s way too late! This is a compensated campaign in collaboration with Huggies Little Snugglers and […]
3 Things Nobody Ever Tells You About Pregnancy
When you’re newly pregnant or just thinking about conceiving, a flood of what you can expect comes to mind. You know what I’m talking about. The nausea, the cravings, the urge to pee periodically in the middle of the night. Standard pregnancy “symptoms” that you try to prepare yourself for. But some things may never […]
Baby Registry Must-Haves to Help New Moms Survive the First Few Months
Baby must-have products every new mom needs for the first year If you’re looking for must-have baby items to include in your baby registry, see our top picks that can make a HUGE difference in the first few months with a newborn baby at home. Our second bundle of joy arrives in just a few […]
Preparing Your Toddler for the New Baby
If you’re preparing your toddler for the new baby, use our tips for making the transition as seamless as possible. It’s the final countdown here…in a couple weeks we welcome our second little bundle of joy! Although I’ve been in full “nesting” mode prepping old baby clothes and gear for re-use, it feels like there’s […]
Raising a Toddler While Pregnant: How to Survive the Chaos
Caring for a toddler while pregnant is no easy feat. Learn how to survive the exhaustion during this demanding time with a few pivotal tips. Never did I ever really consider how challenging it would be caring for a toddler while carrying another baby in my womb. When I found out I was expecting again, […]
The One Food Prep Secret I Wish I Knew Before My First Baby Arrived
Peanut butter and jelly sandwiches. Cheese and crackers. Cereal. That’s pretty much what my meals consisted of the first time I arrived home with a newborn. Although I was lucky enough to have my mom in town for two weeks to cook and clean prior to that, once she had to go and the hubby […]
DHA & Helping Baby Develop a Healthy Brain
As an expectant mother, one of the most important ways to care for yourself and unborn baby is to simply eat healthy. Most people know this means eating nutritious foods like fruits and vegetables, avoiding raw or undercooked meats and going the organic route when possible. But few really give much thought to the prenatal […]
8 Week Progress Report
So I’ve officially reached the 8-week postpartum mark in my birth recovery. It’s a bit of a milestone for a number of reasons. For starters, it’s the time I can resume a number of activities, including exercising lightly — something I’m thrilled to hear! I’ve been incredibly eager to shed some fat off of my […]