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Starting a Bedtime Routine with a Newborn
As a new parent, you will hear it a MILLION times – get them into a routine. I heard that and I craved that, but at the same time, I had this tiny, little baby that seemed to have no … Continue reading →
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Camping with Kids – 5 tips for success
Every year, my husband and I have the pleasure (?) of packing our Jeep to the gills with coolers, a tent and sleeping bags and making a break for the hills with three of our best couple-friends. We...
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Surviving your first night away from baby
For my job, I get to attend an annual, statewide conference every year. I consider myself lucky to work for an organization that values the host group so much, I have been encouraged to join the board...
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A Letter to my Daughter: Stand up for what you know is right
Dear Hadlee, Even though you’ve only been here 8 months, I already know I would do anything for you. I will fight for you and I will always do what I think is best for you, but last night I … Continue...
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A Punch on the Mama Card – Handling a Sick Child
There are bound to be a few times in my life, as a parent, when I feel like I’ve truly earned the title of “Mama.” It’s during those moments that I think there should be a punch card or some … Continue...
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Giving Myself Permission to Supplement with Formula
Well, it happened. I finally gave in and started baby girl on formula at 10.5 months. When I was pregnant, I told myself 6 months of breastfeeding was my goal, but 1 year was my dream. I wanted to go …...
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When Toddlers Attack: Babies Who Bite
Earlier this week, I picked Honey Buns up from daycare and the moment I walked in I was greeted with, “We have some bad news…” Suddenly I was overridden with anxiety. Is a teacher leaving? Did she...
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The Breastfeeding Weight-Loss Myth
I’m all for breastfeeding. It is an awesome way to bond with my baby as well as provide a myriad of health benefits that will last throughout her lifetime…it’s a gift that keeps on giving! However, if...
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Time for Tubes – My baby has ear infections
I don’t have much time tonight (I REALLY want to go to bed early!) so I will make this quick. We found out today that Peeks (that’s what I’ve been calling her lately – she LOVES peekaboo) needs to get...
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Exit Light, Enter Night – Tips for Getting Baby to Sleep
By no means do I claim to know anything about parenting. Mostly what I write “has no basis more reliable than my own meandering experience.” (And now THIS is in my head.) However, when I was...
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