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...]
Need a List of Old Fashioned Boy Names to Choose From? Our Top Picks
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...]
What Are the Signs to Stop Working During Pregnancy?
Are you pregnant and wondering if you should stop working? Take a look at 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. Now I struggled to walk, bracing myself for the inevitable pain in my pelvic bones and hips. I felt heavy, waddling from side to side, with shortness of breath. And let's not even get into the sleepless nights and waking up five times a night, leaving me barely able to function the next day. I was so exhausted, so over everything, and so drained. But like … [Read more...]
50 Unusual Old Fashioned Names That Won’t Go Out of Style
Looking for 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 making 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 … [Read more...]
Top Gifts for Expectant Dads That Are Cool [2019]
Looking for cool gifts for expectant dads? Take a look at these best new gift ideas for your dad to be, perfect for expectant fathers. Dads have raised the ante with the role of fatherhood. While I've seen plenty of dads at park outings, I'm seeing more and more of them taking an active role in the daily routine. On Facebook, my dad friends post blurbs about helping kids with homework or taking them to doctor's appointments. In my own home, my husband isn't merely the occasional babysitter and instead feeds, bathes, and regularly engages with our kids. And my brother—long-known for … [Read more...]
Baby Things to Buy Before Birth (Make Sure You Have These!)
Want to know what to buy before the baby is born? Here’s a checklist of the top baby things to buy before birth (includes pictures!). Every first-time mom has wondered what she really needs for the baby, the items we should buy now before the baby comes. You don't want to buy anything you'll barely use once the baby arrives... but you also want to avoid not having an item once you finally get home (solo store runs with a crying baby are no fun). Perhaps you've already crossed off most items on your registry list, but can't help but feel like you're forgetting something. Or maybe … [Read more...]
What Every Mom Needs to Know About Her Second Pregnancy
Curious how your second time pregnancy differs from the first? Learn what to expect and how this pregnancy can be different the second time around. Second-time moms tend to be a bit more... relaxed, don't you think? We've already gone through one pregnancy and aren't as paranoid about all the things that could go wrong. We know that many of the fears and worries we had the first time around ("Oh, no—I ate a slice of ham that wasn't microwaved!") turned out to be nothing at all. And besides, with an older child in tow, we simply don't have the time to fuss. Yes, I was cautious during … [Read more...]
How to Prepare for Twins (The 7 Areas You Need to Cover)
What if they come early? How will I carry TWO babies? Can I really do this? My mind was swimming with thoughts on how to prepare for twins. I was so worried about having twins, and at the same time trying to wrap my head around the reality—and inevitability—of two babies. I had a three-year-old at that point, so I already knew life would be crazy. And despite already having gone through welcoming a baby once, I still had no idea how to prepare for twins. After all, this is two babies we're talking about. How to prepare for twins I know I wasn't alone, either. Since having my twins, … [Read more...]