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The Ultimate Newborn Shopping List for Expecting Moms

Oct 17, 2021

Are you a first-time mom? Make sure to use this helpful newborn shopping list to grab essential things you need for the baby, especially for the first 3 months. You might say that I take lists to a whole new level. I have the typical chore lists, grocery lists, to-do lists, and recipe lists. I also have a "front door" list of things I need before stepping out of the house, a list of library books to borrow, and even a "fun things to do" list for when I'm looking for, well... things to do that are fun. And this started even before becoming a mom. So, when my husband and I were … [Read more...]

How to Prepare for a Newborn

Newborn

Oct 13, 2021

You've heard the newborn stage can be tough, especially for first-time parents. Check out these tips on how to prepare for a newborn baby. The transition into the newborn stage and motherhood can often be difficult for many moms. Sleepless nights, diaper changes all day, and getting used to breastfeeding are just some of the challenges we face. But being ever so organized, I wanted to do all I could to welcome my new baby. While nothing prepares us for parenthood until the day your little one is born, we can still do plenty to make that transition smoother. After all, bringing a baby … [Read more...]

What to Do Before Going on Maternity Leave

Pregnancy

Sep 10, 2021

Creating a maternity leave plan is a must for any expecting working mom. Learn what you should do before going on maternity leave. I must've met with our Human Resources staff a zillion times before going on maternity leave. The paperwork, finances, and handing off job duties were enough to make me anxious about my time off after giving birth. And that's just with my duties at work. As a first-time mom, I had no idea what to expect during maternity leave. What would I do during those few months with the baby? Would I be able to manage with reduced pay? And when do I even stop working … [Read more...]

Top 50 Old Fashioned Boy Names to Choose From

Pregnancy

Sep 05, 2021

Looking for classic, throwback, and traditional names? Check out this list of old fashioned boy names that are ready for a comeback! Choosing a name for the baby starts off fun—you sort through name origins and try different first and middle name combinations. But after a while, you find yourself... overthinking the entire thing. "We still haven't chosen a name!" you vent to fellow moms. After all, it doesn't help when a name you love brings up unpleasant memories for your partner. Or when a first and middle name pairing ends up spelling the worst initials with your last name. You … [Read more...]

Top 5 Signs to Stop Working During Pregnancy

Pregnancy

Sep 04, 2021

Are you pregnant and wondering if you should stop working? Here are the top signs to stop working during pregnancy and reasons you should. My first pregnancy went smoothly... that is, until I hit that last and final month. I struggled to walk, bracing myself for the inevitable pain in my pelvic bones and hips. I felt heavy, waddling from side to side, short of breath. And let's not even get into the sleepless nights and waking up five times a night to pee, leaving me barely able to function the next day. I was so exhausted, so drained, and so over everything. But like many moms, I … [Read more...]

10 Baby Items You Don’t Really Need

Pregnancy

Aug 28, 2021

Wondering what you'll really need for the baby? Check out this list of baby items you don't need for your registry—and what to get instead. You've seen them. Piles of unworn baby clothes. That near-mint but dusty glider taking up too much space in a nursery. Baby items moms swore they needed but used once or twice. And with many newborn shopping lists, it's easy to feel unsure what's a must, and what isn't. As a first-time mom, I felt the pressure to get every item, all before my son even arrived. And certainly, many of these items were necessary. I needed the car seat to take him … [Read more...]

50 Unusual Old Fashioned Names That Won’t Go Out of Style

Pregnancy

Jun 26, 2021

Want unusual old fashioned names for your baby? Take a look at this list of beautiful yet uncommon vintage names you don’t hear anymore. If you're like me, you're likely not a fan of the new, trendy names that make their rounds. Every generation has them, and after a few years, they seem to go out of style as quickly as they came into it. Instead, I'm a fan of old fashioned names that stand the test of time. The names that grace classic literature or have been passed down through family lines. But one of the benefits of newer or trendier names is that they're pretty uncommon. Most old … [Read more...]

The Third Trimester To Do List: What to Do Before the Baby Comes

Pregnancy

May 27, 2021

Expecting the baby soon? Make sure you have all your tasks covered! Cross off your third trimester to do list before the baby comes. Ask any mom which trimester is the most difficult, and many of us will point to the third and final one. Because as worrisome or nauseating the first trimester can be, the third has its own set of challenges. We're bigger and less able to do the things we took for granted (who knew walking fast and sleeping on our backs were awesome?). We're coming to terms with the reality of being a mom, and the fears of giving birth are becoming more real. And it … [Read more...]

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