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My posts are not in chronological order, rather, I write them as I feel passionate. Please use the categories or search bar to locate a particular subject you may be looking for, or even view topics by their respective age range. This blog is a constant work in progress, so check back often for new features and resources!
Category Archives: Helpful Products
Gift Ideas for Babies, Toddlers and Preschoolers
So I guess it has been awhile! When you are a teacher and mom you only have so much time to devote to all the facets of your life! Let summertime commence, and maybe some more blog writing! 🙂 So … Continue reading
Toddler Approved: “Yogurt Pops!”
To add another simple treat to my Toddler Approved Eats, this one isn’t really a recipe, just a fun idea! Both my girls love what we call yogurt pops! All it is a frozen yogurt pouch. I get the Trader … Continue reading
Posted in Helpful Products, Toddler Approved Eats, Toddlers
Tagged teething, toddler eating
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The reason for it all – Potty Training!
What I mean is, the reason being why I started this blog in the first place! After one emotional and challenging weekend back in August when we attempted to potty train our oldest daughter, I decided I needed to be … Continue reading
Posted in Helpful Products, Potty training, Toddlers, Words of Wisdom
Tagged potty training, toilet learning
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And the honorable mentions go to…(Part II of Top 10 Favorite Baby Items)
And here are the runners up, because I just couldn’t leave them off My Top 10 list completely!  When I first drafted the Top 10 post some of the below were in that list, only to be replaced by other more … Continue reading
My Top Ten
Here are my top ten, couldn’t live without them, wish I could give them to all my friends having babies, make life easier items, in no particular order: 1. Nose Frieda – I resisted this one at first; just the … Continue reading
Posted in Being prepared, Breasfeeding/Nursing, Helpful Products, Newborn, Pumping, Spit-Up, Starting Solids, Uncategorized
Tagged best baby products, newborn, pumping, sleep aids
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Breastfeeding Series: Pumping
Aw, the joys of pumping. Not exactly. I have yet to hear any breastfeeding mother say, “I love pumping.” In fact, it is the bane of my existence. Despite this, it does provide my baby with nourishment (from me) in … Continue reading
Posted in Breasfeeding/Nursing, Helpful Products, Pumping
Tagged Breastfeeding, Nursing, pumping
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Breastfeeding Series: Nursing in Public
First you get comfortable nursing and then you have to do it in public, or with guests around! A whole new thing to learn. I loved my nursing cover for those moments. A good one that is large enough and … Continue reading
Posted in Breasfeeding/Nursing, Helpful Products, Nursing Bras
Tagged Breastfeeding, Nursing, nursing bras
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Breastfeeding Series: Beginning to Breastfeed
First of all, breastfeeding is very individual. Every mommy, every baby is different. You can have very different breastfeeding experiences with each child. Kuddos for attempting to breastfeed! Second, I am not a lactation consultant, I am just offering what … Continue reading
Posted in Breasfeeding/Nursing, Help from Spouse, Helpful Products, Newborn, Poop!, Spit-Up
Tagged Baby Poop, Breastfeeding, Nursing, Spit-Up, stretch marks
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