Pregnancy and Birth

I don’t know about you, but I am loving scarves these days. They just help me feel put together when we go out, even if my other accessories are spit-up …

When you’ve had 3 previous births that were similar, it’s hard when #4 throws you for a loop. Our oldest daughter was born two days after her due date. Our …

I don’t know if I’d call myself an expert, but I do know a thing or two about baby items. Maybe it’s because I love trying new products. Maybe it’s …

There are so many lists out there that tell you want to bring with you to the hospital. I even made my own list. While everything on the lists seems …

Make your own baby food at home with these easy homemade baby food recipes. When the time came to introduce our first child to baby food, I was shocked at …

After carrying four full-term babies that ranged in weight from 8 lbs 3 oz to 9 lbs 2 oz, my body needed help. My poor ab muscles just aren’t the …

I love a great deal. Especially when it comes to free baby stuff. Especially when it comes to babies, there are so many products out there with outrageous price tags. …

Have you heard about placenta encapsulation? If you are pregnant or considering this in the future, don’t miss these 10 reasons to consider encapsulating your placenta after giving birth. Often, …

Oftentimes, prenatal appointments can be overwhelming. You think about so many questions before the visit but when the time comes, you can’t think of anything. Here are 5 ways to …

Here is a sample birth plan we used for the birth of our last baby. Use this birth plan template to write your own to go over with your birth …

  I’ll be honest, after baby #1, packing the hospital bag has gotten moved further and further down my to-do list. My husband was actually packing the hospital bag while …

March 19th is quickly approaching. To most that is simply another day. For me, it’s my due date. If this birth is anything like my others, the baby will be …

Symptoms of preterm labor and how to stop preterm labor at home, avoiding a trip to the hospital. Right in the middle of Winter storm Pax, this little girl decided …

Last week I told you the books that we were using to prepare for the birth of baby #4. Today, we’re talking about the most fun and yet one of …

Preparing for baby: a list of birth books for new and veteran moms alike. As March is quickly approaching, I’m going to do a little series on Preparing for Baby. …

I have struggled with lower back and hip pain for 3 of my 4 pregnancies. It hurts to lay on my side, I limp when I walk, and I grimace …

IT’S A GIRL!!! On Wednesday, February 25, 2009 at 8:41 p.m., we welcomed our baby GIRL into the world. She weighed 8 lbs 3 oz (or 8 lbs 1 oz …