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When to Start Buying Baby Stuff During Pregnancy

Nov 16, 2020

Wondering when to start buying baby stuff during pregnancy? Learn the best time to start shopping for certain items like clothes and diapers. The first trimester can be tricky when it comes to planning for the baby. You're optimistic and excited to start shopping, but also cautious and wary, unsure if it's too early. You may not have even told anyone that you're expecting, but don't want to sit idle during all this time, either. There seems to be so many things to buy, but you don't exactly know when a good time would be to start making those purchases. I hear you, mama. I'm a planner … [Read more...]

Must Haves for Twins to Add to Your Registry List

Pregnancy

Nov 04, 2020

Are you expecting twins? Check out this comprehensive list of must haves for twins! It includes everything you'll need to care for two babies. I finally wrapped my head around the fact that I was having twins. The emotions were still coming in waves, but I was ready and more than excited for their arrival. Except... I didn't know what I needed to have for twins. I already had a three-year-old and planned to use many of his baby items for the twins. But as I quickly realized, what may have worked for a singleton doesn't always apply when you're expecting twins. Do you really need … [Read more...]

How to Prepare for Twins (The 7 Areas You Need to Cover)

Pregnancy

Oct 18, 2020

Overwhelmed with preparing for twins? Make sure you cover these 7 areas, and you'll be set on the right path (includes a checklist, too!). What if they come early? How will I carry TWO babies? Can I really do this? My mind was swimming with thoughts on preparing for twins. I was trying to wrap my head around the reality—and inevitability—of having two babies. I had a three-year-old at that point, so I already knew how crazy life gets, even with just one baby. And despite already having gone through the newborn stage once, I still had no idea how to prepare for twins. I felt like a … [Read more...]

Essential Things You Might Be Missing On Your Second Baby Registry

Pregnancy

Sep 15, 2020

Wondering what to put on your second baby registry? Take a look at these essential items and must-haves you might be missing on your checklist. The crib, the stroller, the swing... I saved a ton of baby gear from my eldest, just in case I had another one. And about two and a half years later, I did decide to get pregnant again—except this time, I ended up with twins. Suddenly that single stroller wasn't going to cut it any more. Many moms debate the etiquette of having a second baby registry. Does it seem needy or rude? Do people even HAVE baby showers for their second babies? It … [Read more...]

5 Misconceptions about Maternity Clothes

Pregnancy

Aug 07, 2020

Having doubts about buying maternity clothes? Discover 5 myths and misconceptions about maternity clothes and learn the truth behind them. "Mama, you're wearing your zebra shirt!" my then-four-year-old pointed out. He was talking about my black and white striped shirt—the one I wear all the time. What he didn't know was that the shirt also happened to be a maternity top. Thing is, I wasn't pregnant at that time. In fact, I haven't been pregnant for several years. The crazier part? My "zebra" shirt was from my first pregnancy... over ten years ago. Yep, I still wore maternity clothes, … [Read more...]

Essential Things Your Body Needs After Giving Birth

Pregnancy

Jul 03, 2020

You've got your hospital bag packed, the nursery decorated. But what about the things your body needs after giving birth? These are your must have items. I had my hospital bag packed and the crib assembled. I'd bought the baby must-haves that'll make those newborn days easier. But then, I thought about... me. What would I need to help my body recover after giving birth? We spend so much time preparing for the baby that we forget our own physical needs after delivery. After all, should this be any other hospital procedure, you likely would dedicate time to nursing yourself back to normal. … [Read more...]

So You’re Having Twins. Now Here’s What to Do:

Pregnancy

Jul 02, 2020

Expecting twins can feel overwhelming, leaving you wondering where to start and how to prepare. Here's what to do when you're having twins. Long before we had our eldest, my husband and I discussed how many kids we wanted to have. "Let's have four!" we had agreed. After all, we both come from large families—I have four siblings while he has five. The "large family" idea was one we both wanted to continue with our own. And then we became parents to our eldest, and I quickly changed my mind. "I'm done with one," I said, miserable and sleep-deprived. After two to three years of being … [Read more...]

The Ultimate Checklist of Things to Do Before the Baby Arrives

Pregnancy

Jun 22, 2020

Here are the things to do before the baby arrives, a checklist to help you prepare for the day baby comes home. From fun things to do to preparing for delivery! Despite the 40 weeks many of us spend before welcoming a new baby, expecting moms can often feel overwhelmed. What do we need to do to prepare for delivery? Which baby things should we buy before birth (and which ones not until long after)? Perhaps you're on a tight budget and don't like idea of getting something you don't need. At the same time, you want to feel prepared so you don't have to worry about it once the baby … [Read more...]

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