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My Preeclampsia Birth Story
I have never been in labor. My water never broke, I never had contractions, and I never dilated. Yes, I did give birth to a son, and no I did not adopt him.…
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Wish List for a New Home
We are settling into our new home. There is a lot more space than we had before, but we also had a lot of stuff. The first thing I’m noticing is that a…
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First Time Homeowners
It still feels like a dream. We have accomplished a task that seems to be so difficult these days, especially for young families: purchasing a home. With the average price of a home…
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It’s Okay to Need a Hug
I’ve always wanted to be strong. A strong woman, a strong individual, and a strong mother. So much of my life, I felt weak. I leaned on others for emotional support. I was…
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Every Pregnancy is Different
A Pregnancy Update I had a tough first pregnancy. In preparation for a second, I was nervous that it would go the same way. Everyone told me how not all pregnancies are the…
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The Most Versatile Kitchen Appliance
My Kitchenaide stand mixer is one of my favorite things in my entire kitchen! My husband got it for me for Christmas the year before our first child was born. I have used…
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The Year Ahead
May the fourth be with you. I’m not sure when this started. May 4th is not Star Wars Day in my mind. It’s my birthday. Then, suddenly a few years ago, everyone started…
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How to Survive the Mechanic with a Toddler
I always dreaded getting my car serviced. Having to bring a child with me just made it that much worse. Most mechanics near me don’t have a park or anywhere we can walk…
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Footprint Paintings for Mother’s Day
Handmade gifts for Mother’s Day are the best and grandmothers love them even more. I love painting with my son’s footprints. He enjoys it as well. The paint tickles his feet and he…
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DIY Baseball Concessions Banner
My husband has always been a big Yankee fan and hanging out with him and his friends I either became a fan myself, or I was left out of the conversation. So, I…
