If you are a parent, there’s no doubt you’ve been in public desperately trying to keep your kids busy so they don’t show out. I know I’ve been in that situation so many times I’ve lost count. It can be really embarrassing, but goodness knows the general public apparently hates loud kids, and the stares you get can be detrimental… Read More
18 Reasons I Don’t Want to be Your Bridesmaid
Most women have to opportunity to fill the bridesmaid role in their lifetime. It can be a lot of fun, but it can also be HELL. Recently one of my BFF’s had a friend get engaged, and she laid low for days trying to dodge the epic question “Will you be my bridesmaid?” Unfortunately her attempts were unsuccessful, and she… Read More
Celebrate: 30 Awkward Things for My 30th Birthday
30 has always seemed like the age where society expects you to have your sh!t together by now. In honor of my 30th birthday I wanted to compile a list of 30 ways I’m not sure I’m succeeding in adulthood and life in general. 1. I spend a lot of time wondering why my back hurts. 2. The elastic in my waist is… Read More
Must Have Products for Pumping
During my pregnancy I knew I wanted to and need to pump (when I returned to work), but I didn’t realize how complicated it could be, and how I would need a lot more than just my pump to be successful. Water Bottle I wanted to make sure I was drinking a gallon of water each day, so I purchased… Read More
First Pregnancy vs Second Pregnancy: 6 Things I Changed for the Better
1. Research C-Sections and Vaginal Births. I was so convinced that my first born was going to be a c section that I never read anything on vaginal births. From exercises to help labor, to pushing, to recovery, I didn’t think any of that information would pertain to me. And wouldn’t you know it, I endured a 34 hour labor and… Read More
Labor, Induction, and Delivery: When Your Birth Story is Painful
I am enternally grateful that I was given the gift of pregnancy and even more a healthy, happy, baby boy. Throughout my pregnancy I read of mothers that mourned their labor and/or delivery for one reason or another. Maybe they had an unplanned c-section, or they felt they were treated poorly by busy doctors. Regardless of the reason each time… Read More
12 Things About My First 12 Months as a Mother
Nothing in this world can prepare you for being a mother. I learned so much over my first 12 months as a mom, and I continue to learn more each day. I was overcome with the desire to improve myself for my child. From my health to my career, I really want to be a good role model, and mother…. Read More