Finding that you have no energy (or patience!) during your pregnancy with a toddler? Learn how to handle your child's behavior and tend to his needs, even if you're pregnant. As hard as a pregnancy can be (and in my case, a twin pregnancy), it only feels worse with a toddler in tow. Caring for a toddler was taking a toll on me during my second pregnancy, from dealing with his behavior to tending to his needs. As any toddler mom knows, kids that age don't exactly stay in one place, but they're also still not old enough to do most things themselves. I was so tired by the end of the day … [Read more...]
How to Get a Free Baby Box
Keep your baby safe and learn how to get a free baby box (and free samples)! Plus, watch online videos from the Baby Box University, all about how to care for your baby. This is a sponsored post written by me on behalf of Baby Box University. The opinions and text are all mine. Did you know that in Finland, the infant death rate is less than half of that in the U.S.? Less than half. What are they doing that led to that significant difference? One of the reasons is that parents were given baby boxes—sustainably-designed safe sleeping spaces. They also received information on baby … [Read more...]
Essential Breastfeeding Supplies You Need to Have
Want to know which breastfeeding supplies to get? Check out my breastfeeding essentials checklist, complete with everything new moms need for breastfeeding and pumping. There's a common mistake a lot of moms make with breastfeeding: we think it'll be the easiest thing ever. After all, women have done this forever, so it's fair to assume that: our babies will latch correctly the first time with no issues we'll breastfeed right on schedule we'll enjoy breastfeeding breastfeeding won't hurt I know I sure did. I had done my research on the correct latch and knew the differences … [Read more...]
Preparing for Twins: A Checklist of Everything You Need to Do
Overwhelmed with all the things you have to do to get ready for your twins? Get my preparing for twins checklist so you don't overlook important tasks. Everything moves pretty quickly in a twin pregnancy, don't you think? For one thing, we only find out later that we're having twins. While I knew I was pregnant for a few weeks, I didn't realize I was carrying two until my first doctor's appointment confirmed it. And second, a twin delivery usually comes sooner than a singleton one. I was given only until 38 weeks to deliver, and even then, still gave birth a few weeks earlier. Other … [Read more...]
Top Baby Stuff for Dads He’ll Actually Use
Looking for baby stuff for dads he'll actually use? Take a look at the new dad must haves and gadgets every father is sure to love. My husband took one glance at the baby wrap I bought for us and looked at me like I'd lost my mind. He was on board with baby wearing, but he clearly had a preference for color, something he'd feel good wearing outside. So it was no surprise that when we had twins a few years later (and would need two wraps), he immediately ordered another one for himself—in black. While dads these days are taking an active in role in parenthood, it was only a few short … [Read more...]
Expecting a New Baby? Top 15 Questions to Ask Potential Pediatricians
Looking for a pediatrician for your newborn? Discover 15 interview questions for pediatricians you need to ask at a meet and greet (with a worksheet!). If there's one thing you can't put off until after your pregnancy, it's finding a pediatrician. You may have been able to find an OBGYN after you found out you were pregnant, but not so with your newborn's doctor. You'll need to find and select a pediatrician before the baby is born. You see, the baby's first doctor's appointment happens right at the hospital after he's born. The pediatrician will take a look at him and likely visit … [Read more...]
What to Do when You’re in Labor with Twins
Learn what to do when you're in labor with twins, from spotting the signs and symptoms, to laboring at home before delivery time. Includes a worksheet! If only we knew exactly when and how labor with twins will happen. I sure didn't. I knew having twins meant they were less predictable, and that the babies could come at any time. But when my labor started, I didn't jump up and rush to the hospital. In fact, I didn't even know I was in labor for a while. It was 11pm and I couldn't sleep, as usual. But instead of the typical discomfort or even the pregnancy itching I had developed, I … [Read more...]
Looking for Childcare? Questions You Should Definitely Ask
Looking for childcare can be stressful for parents. Learn the right interview questions to ask, plus what to consider before making your decision. I had one week to find a nanny for the twins. Now, I'm not a procrastinator. In fact, quite the opposite: I started my search for a nanny several months before I planned to go back to work. But just one week before that nanny was set to start, she called to decline the job. Yeah... not easy on the nerves. I found myself scrambling to find childcare, somehow fitting in interviews as well setting aside a few days for the nanny to shadow … [Read more...]
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