When a friend or family member is going through a hard time, it’s natural to want to help them in any way that you can. When it comes to their kids, however, it can sometimes leave you clueless about what you can do to help. It’s one of those situations no one ever imagines being…
Motherhood
Breast Milk Baby Bath Recipe
From the time my son was born he has had little red dots on his skin. At the time, I assumed it was from the bilirubin lights he was under during his treatment. His skin was certainly more irritated during that time, and I’m sure the lights were a contributing factor. However, it’s now four…
Viggo’s Birth Story and Our Experience with Hemolytic Anemia
I hesitate to even know where to begin with this post. To say the last few months have been a whirlwind is an understatement. We were essentially living at the hospital, traveling regularly to and from home (an hour away), staying at the Ronald McDonald House at night, and essentially viewing the world from an…
Postpartum Recovery Essentials for a Vaginal & Cesarean Delivery
I never in my life thought I would have a c-section delivery, but after our hemolytic anemia scare, I had no other choice! My immune system was attacking my baby, and taking him on the spot was the safest route. I find that most women, aside from the few who schedule, tend to arrive to…
Esmé Willow: My Stillbirth Story
On June 14th, 2024, I walked into the women’s health facility for my final checkup before labor and delivery. As I walked through the door, I immediately noticed another couple doing paperwork, discussing things quietly amongst themselves. Just then, I was called back, and the nurse mentioned that the couple were being referred to a…
The Complete Guide to Breastfeeding As a First Time Mom
When I first started breastfeeding, I was completely blindsided by how difficult it could be. You always hear moms talking about how “beautiful” of an experience it is, but no one tells you that it can be a process. I’m grateful that I didn’t have issues with supply, but I had a lot of issues…
What to pack in Your hospital bag for Labor & Delivery
When it comes down to being ready for labor and delivery, you really can only be so ready. You never know at what point your water may break, where you’ll be, nor do you know what each appointment might hold. Therefore, it’s never a bad idea to have a pre-packed hospital bag for labor and…
Baby Registry Must-Haves for First Time Moms
When I started my first baby registry, it was overwhelming to say the least. I searched the internet high and low reading reviews and searching for anything I could find in an attempt to shrink the vast selection of baby products down to the very best. For being a new to-be mom in my second…
What to Expect During Your Second Trimester of Pregnancy
The second trimester is arguably the most exciting trimester of pregnancy! You’re finally starting to balance out after riding the first trimester rollercoaster, and have all the fun baby things to look forward to. Whether you’re looking for what to expect, tips on creating your baby registry, or how to prepare for the next trimester……
What to Expect During Your First Trimester of Pregnancy
Whether you’re trying to conceive or recently found out you’re expecting, the first trimester can be filled with loads of questions and uncertainty. I just discovered I’m pregnant with my third baby — our rainbow baby — and it feels like the perfect time to start sharing my journey in motherhood! From a first trimester…