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
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...]
Essential Things You Might Be Missing On Your Second Baby Registry
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, 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 turns out, … [Read more...]
How to Survive a Pregnancy with a Toddler
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...]
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