Tag: first time mom
The Newborn Phase: The Good, The Bad, and The Ugly
Our second son recently came charging into this world, seven minutes before midnight on Christmas day. Since he was due on December 18th, I...
1st Pregnancy vs. 2nd Pregnancy
As I write this, Christmas is exactly three weeks and three days away. That’s only twenty-four more days to get everything bought, baked, and...
Motherhood: The Ride
New mama, you are about to begin the ride of your life. Right now you still might be in shock that this is happening....
What I Learned as a Rookie Mom
I’m in total denial. There is no way my baby is turning one year old this month. It’s just not possible! It seems like...
I Was a Pumper
I was an exclusive pumper (EP) for my oldest son. He is now 4, so it’s been awhile for me. But I would like...
Does This Baby Come with Instructions? 5 Great Books for the...
When I was pregnant with my first baby, I went into full-on research mode. It was impossible not to – I am a planner...
6 Months Wiser: Best of the Baby “Must Haves”
Flash back six months and you’ll see me scrambling in a totally Type-A attempt to prepare for the arrival of my first baby. My...
Team Green: Letting go of my fear of the unknown
Prior to my own pregnancy, I was openly vocal about how I thought my friends that didn't find out the gender of their babies...
Heating Up and Counting Down: AKA the 3rd Trimester Struggle
I’ll be the first to say that this pregnancy has been a smooth ride, but the shift into third trimester has been a bit...
First Comes Love | My Non-Traditional Path to Motherhood
"You think that true love is the only thing that can crush your heart. The thing that will take your life and light it...