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Category: Motherhood
Real Moms Dish: Things people said when I was pregnant
"So how much weight have you gained?" "Seriously, you're not going to find out the sex of the baby?" "Are you ready?" "You're obviously having a boy. I can tell by how you're carrying." "You're obviously having a girl. I can tell by how you're carrying." (Alright, well clearly one of you is wrong...) Those are… Continue reading Real Moms Dish: Things people said when I was pregnant
Real Moms Dish: Things I said Before I had kids…
"Everyone is a perfect parent before they have kids..." Truer words have never been spoken. Do you remember back in the days before you had kids and you got all judge-y watching moms in public with screaming, writhing children? "My children will never behave that way. They will act appropriate when we are in a… Continue reading Real Moms Dish: Things I said Before I had kids…
New Year’s Celebrations with Kids
Once you join the parenthood club, New Year's Eve tends to look a little different...as in no high heels, last calls, and dance clubs. But that doesn't mean we have to stop celebrating altogether! Whether your kiddos are old enough to remember it or if they honestly couldn't care less, it's just a great opportunity… Continue reading New Year’s Celebrations with Kids
Real Moms Dish: Things I said Before I had kids…
"Everyone is a perfect parent before they have kids..." Truer words have never been spoken. Do you remember back in the days before you had kids and you got all judge-y watching moms in public with screaming, writhing children? "My children will never behave that way. They will act appropriate when we are in a… Continue reading Real Moms Dish: Things I said Before I had kids…
What’s in my Toddler Diaper Bag?
Now that Reagan is almost a year and a half...(um, what?) there are a lot of baby things that we don't need to carry in the diaper bag anymore, like a nursing cover, burp cloths, bottles... But an un-potty trained wee one still comes with a lot of literal baggage. I'm going to share with… Continue reading What’s in my Toddler Diaper Bag?
Self Care tips for Mamas
Whether you have one baby or 13 like my grandmother, whether you stay home or work in an office, if you have a partner or are going at it alone, being a Mom is hard work. It can sometimes feel like your sole purpose in life is caring for others, and some days you feel… Continue reading Self Care tips for Mamas
Beach Day Mom Hacks for Toddlers
Remember back in your pre-kid days when going to the beach meant throwing a towel, a trashy book, and a couple of beers sodas in your bag and walking out the door? Ah, simpler times... Although throwing a baby into the mix definitely changes the beach-going process, it really doesn't have to be a nightmare. It… Continue reading Beach Day Mom Hacks for Toddlers
Tips for Road Tripping with a Toddler
Since our daughter Reagan was born, we've made the drive to Syracuse, NY once every couple months or so to see my hub's family. When she was an infant, although it took a little longer because we stopped for a few breastfeeding pit stops, she was a total champ in the car. Now that she… Continue reading Tips for Road Tripping with a Toddler
Mom Brain…
One of my best friends is currently nearing the finish line in her pregnancy for her first little babe. She recently ran into a case of the dreaded "pregnancy brain" and double booked herself for a doctor's appointment and a work meeting. "I feel like lately things keep falling through the cracks...You should write a post about pregnancy… Continue reading Mom Brain…
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