For quite a while not, it has been totally normal for moms to receive maternity leave for the birth of their children. This time is there to allow them to bond and care for the newborn in its first...
If you have a growing child, you know how challenging it is to keep them entertained. Some toddlers need something to play with to stimulate their senses and stay in a good mood. That’s why toys are great materials...
Independent sleep is one of the pieces to the healthy sleep puzzle. Without it you will see sleep struggles. But what is an independent sleeper? AND How do we achieve independent sleep?
Independent Sleep:
Sleep is a skill that needs to...
Traveling with young children can be a hassle, especially when it comes to flying. Between our luggage, the stroller, our "travel bag" with snacks, lovies, wipes etc., and keeping track of the kids- we all know that lugging around...
Having two sons already, Berenice was thrilled when she found out she was expecting twin girls. What she didn’t expect to find out was that she was already 7 cm dilated when she went to her follow-up OB appointment...
We absolutely LOVE the Luli Bebé sophisticated yet practical diaper bags, the ultimate Mother’s Day gift! We've featured it within our Mother's Day Gift Guide, but want to give these beauties a more detailed post all of their own!
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Are you struggling with your child's sleep? Have you ever wondered how much sleep your child needs and when? Should they sleep on a schedule or based on how long they have been awake? The answer is - this...
It has been 2 years since our littlest had lip tie surgery and his 4 front teeth fixed. The experience was traumatic, for me. I was terrified of him being put to sleep for this, but, there was not...
Originally posted October 2017. Updated October 2020.
Where to start? Where does one start when they begin to share about one of the toughest days of your life? Miscarriage.
It was four years ago last month. We weren't even married for...
Having your first baby is always nerve-racking. There are so many worries and fears and the uncertainty of it all can be downright paralyzing. When I found out I was pregnant in January 2020, little did I know that...
"Let me be clear: I love being my child’s mother. I adore the powerful love that I feel for him despite how overwhelming it feels at times. I wouldn’t change my life for anything.
But I do miss me. Sometimes...
This year is our little one's first Christmas and I wanted to give holiday gifts from the baby to all the relatives. This could get quite expensive if store-bought so I began researching ideas of simple, inexpensive (and easy!)...
Why didn’t anyone tell me that the toiletries for toddlers should be included as a line item in our family budget!!!?!?!? Yes, we really need more toilet paper already. And while I’m at it, we need bubble gum-flavored children’s...
Not sure what to get your newborn for Christmas, or need ideas for family members who want to include your little one this year? Here are 8 baby gift ideas that you (and your little one) can appreciate.
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It’s hard to believe it’s been over 7 months since we had our babies, and as you can guess, we are enjoying every single moment. Shannon welcomed her first this past April, while Jenna welcomed her last (just six...