*this post may contain affiliate links* If you’re actively googling “trying to conceive tips” and have ended up here, I have two things to say. First of all: Welcome! And second of all: I’ve been there, I see you, and I know how stressful it can be. That’s why I’ve created...
Congratulations on your pregnancy! Whether this is your first or your fifth pregnancy, mobile apps are a great way to learn more about your baby, your body, what to expect, and to get support. With so many apps available out there, you shouldn’t have to pay for them to get...
If you just had a baby, obviously there is A LOT going on right now. So I’ll preface this post by requesting that you give yourself a little bit (or a lot) of grace when it comes to your postpartum weight loss plan. I generally have a huge issue with...
*this post contains affiliate links Thinking about sleep training your newborn but feeling overwhelmed with how to start? This is the post for you. If you’ve read about my experience with a colicky baby, you know that I took any and every opportunity to soothe my spirited child. Unfortunately, part...
If you’re reading this post (or if you’ve read my post on my struggle with postpartum depression,) you know that it can be a dark and scary time. You’re probably wondering what this means for you, how to move forward, and what your postpartum depression treatment options are. First of...
As someone who had tons of struggles with breastfeeding and had to stop, I felt completely overwhelmed by the thought of not only switching to (and choosing the right) formula, but the idea of sitting there measuring out bottles every 1-2 hours with a screaming colicky child by my side....
As one of the last people in my immediate friend group to get pregnant, I had the advantage of hearing alllll the baby gear recommendations. One suggestion that continuously came up was the UPPAbaby Vista V2 Stroller, which many moms seem to passionately support. After doing some research, this is...
First of all, what the hell is your thyroid gland? I’ll be the first to admit that not only am I not a doctor, but that in all my years of taking science classes through nursing school, I have always found the endocrine system to be very complex and very...
What it is, how to recognize it, what causes it, how it’s treated, and resources to seek help Postpartum what? You’ve probably heard the term Postpartum Psychosis before. If you haven’t, you might have seen the recent tragic news involving Lindsay Clancy. Lindsay – a new mom – was accused...
*this post contains some affiliate links* Are you a mama who is breastfeeding and/or pumping? Are your lady parts feeling a little ragged from all the sudden action that they’re getting? Or are you just a supportive friend or family member who isn’t sure what to get for the postpartum...
