Andrea Tran RN, BSN, MA, IBCLC All good things must come to an end. Breastfeeding is no different. You may be looking forward to weaning. You may be dreading the thought of weaning. Whichever camp you are in, these tips for weaning from breastfeeding will help make it as easy as possible. 3 Ways to …
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Monthly Purge Calendar As soon as you have kids, it seems like your life is forever hectic! Sound accurate? It is also so easy to pick up too many things for your home, leading to clutter and mess. Even when it seems like you aren’t collecting many items, but yet your closets are just FULL. …
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‘Tis the season….for Seasonal Affective Disorder. What is that? Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD) is a period of depression or anxiety that comes during certain seasons. This usually occurs in the winter, most often because of the lack of sun and vitamin D, and the disgusting weather and cold. It can cause someone to feel like …
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Your weight loss journey following a baby may be hard. Not only are you exhausted from a child, but your body also won’t feel like your own at first! However, weight loss is on the minds of a lot of mothers! They want to get back to their little black dresses or bikinis as soon …
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Every new mother has probably heard every bit of advice possible. From breastfeeding to diapers to organic food, mothers love to share their tidbits of info. However, this can create frustrating feelings in a mother who doesn’t seem to have it going as easy, or just generally different from another. Parenthood is a different journey …
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Who doesn’t love getting gifts? Of course, Paul wisely said that “there is more happiness in giving than there is in receiving.” This is definitely true as well! However, it can be a challenge to try and buy gifts for small children! Do you get them dolls or trucks? What age can they have certain …
It seems that with the new school year, disease always finds a way to make it into your home. Sniffles coughs and colds are frequented, along with sore throats and fevers. One disease that made its way into our house this year was hand foot and mouth disease. It was tricky because it does mimic …
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Parenting is never easy. Let alone when you have issues that limit your function, like arthritis or other disorders than leave you with physical pain. Pain can make it hard to lift your children, get down and play or can even impede your happiness! In Canada, 1 in 5 people has arthritis! Over 6 million …
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And BAM! It’s the end of October already. The year is flying by! With the end of October comes November. With November comes Winter. Do you hate winter as I do? You’re in good company! However, one thing I LOVE about fall and winter is that with the changing weather comes changing wardrobes. Out goes …
Whether you have children or not, it is so important to make time for your partner. However, if you live in a place with rampant snow as I do, it can be difficult to actually get outside during the winter season. If you just want to stay nestled indoors with warm soup belly and cozy …
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And just like that, it’s October! Have the temperatures dropped where you live yet? It is pretty chilly here. With the turn of the temperatures and the turning of the leaves, it is just more reminder’s that winter is just around the corner. If you are like me, you do not want to hear the …
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Unless you have a money tree growing in your backyard, chances are you want to save money every month. By saving even a little bit of money from your grocery spending, it can help you to save up for bigger items, vacations, or odds and ends that you need around your home. However, the prices …
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BREAKING NEWS: Babies are expensive. Okay, so that isn’t a shocker to anyone, is it? Between diapers, formula, bottles, food, clothing and more, costs add up pretty quick. In fact, this article from Global suggested that some families have spent upwards of 10,000 dollars on their babies in the first year! No doubt that you …
*This post may contain affiliate links that I may earn from, all at no extra cost to you I only recommend products that I know and love.* Most mothers need to work to help the family survive financially. A huge trending question is: “Can I work from home?” Spoiler alert: you can! In 2019, there …
It seems like so many commercials and internet ads today are pointing towards absolutely NEEDING B12 shots. However, it is a good idea to actually stop and ask questions before racing off to get a shot. The main question being, “do I really need one?” Why Are B12 Shots So Popular? No doubt, everyone wants …
I think almost all of us have heard of MTV’s, “I didn’t know I was pregnant.” This is exactly what a cryptic pregnancy is. It is when you are pregnant, and your body doesn’t tell you! You don’t get the symptoms associated with it, and a lot of times you even get negative pregnancy and …
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Having a baby is described as a miracle. However, if you’ve previously had children, you’ll remember that it wasn’t always feeling like a miracle. The first days of recovery are full of blood and exhaustion. So, unfortunately, it isn’t always fun. This is where a new mom gift basket can come into play! What is …
Every parent wants their child to thrive. We can all agree on that. There are so many different parenting styles out there, and they all have their ups and downs, pros and cons. A recent parenting style we have heard a lot about is “lawnmower” parenting or “snowplow” parenting. What exactly is this? Is it …
(As an Amazon Affiliate I may earn from qualifying purchases. This is at no extra cost to you.) Recently, Hurricane Dorian swept through the United States and Canada and left a huge mark on buildings, trees, cars, roadways and more. Now many people think, “that’ll never happen to me,” however, Red Cross points out the …
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“It takes a village-“ It absolutely does take a village to raise a child. If you have a child, I’m sure you appreciated any efforts to help you out when you were learning, or struggling. If you aren’t a parent, you can still empathize with parents who are currently in need of help, even if …
Kindergarten is the beginning of formal education for children ranging from 5 to 6 years of age. It is where children are taught in a playful manner in the formal classroom. Kindergarten schedule is regularly Monday thru Friday. It is a highly emotional time for most parents like myself as I could still remember giving birth …
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When you first get two pink lines on that pregnancy test, it is no doubt that you have a million questions running through your mind. Many of those questions involve what you can now eat, how to make a healthy baby, what is involved in going through labor. (As an Amazon Associate, I may earn …
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Toddlers can be the most adamant creatures when they want to. Yes, I absolutely agree with you. Most of the time, they will throw temper tantrums, which can be a terrible experience that will leave us helpless. Sometimes, we would want to have tantrum ourselves! Our toddlers love to make a show in front of …
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The job of a mom is never easy. You are extremely busy, and your time is limited. You’ve been putting your needs on the back burner and putting all of your focus on your tiny tot. So, when do you get time to fit in fitness? If you are like most new moms, finding time …
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Can you believe that it is already August? How did that even happen? It feels like as soon as the snow melted, summer came and is almost gone! However, I LOVE fall! I love it. Between the falling leaves, beautiful scenery here in Newfoundland, and the fact that you can wear plaid shirts and slouch …
Preparing for labor can feel like you are preparing to hike Mount Everest. There are things to do, doctors to meet, necessities to buy and lots of planning. It can be a bit overwhelming on what you all need to do to prepare for labor and everything that comes thereafter. Along with keeping track of …
It is recommended by Parents.com, BabyCenter, and most importantly, the American Academy of Pediatrics, that bottle use be discontinued by 12 months, and definitely by 24 months. (I find it important to say that this is not a paid review. I am not receiving ANY compensation from Munchkin to write this. I am writing it …
Pregnancy and parenting are FULL of questions. From “what size is my baby this week” to “how do I start potty training?” Not to mention everything in between. No parent has all of the answers. But if you have a great #momtribe, between all of us, everyone can find the answers they need. Sometimes, you …
As soon as you get that pretty pink + sign on your test, a million thoughts are going to race through your mind. One of the most thrilling thoughts is, “how am I going to share this with my friends and family?!” Especially in the age of social media, we see all kinds of ways …
If you have never experienced the pangs of anxiety before, you are incredibly lucky. Some people feel clammy, hyperventilating, nausea, and more. Something that many soon-to-be moms don’t realize that anxiety during pregnancy is totally normal and common. How Common is Prenatal Anxiety? Healthline says that 1 in 10 women will have anxiety during pregnancy. …
Baby carriers are super popular these days. They can be used for all sorts of tasks. You can also use carriers for a small newborn, or a toddler and above! They can be a miracle that can free up your hands, and distribute the weight of your child off your arms to your body. It …
There is no doubt that screen time abounds almost anywhere you live. We are absolutely in the digital age. This can be a huge pro; for example, new moms can google almost anything and have answers within milliseconds! In fact, Google has over 63,000 searches per SECOND in a single day. This doesn’t even touch …
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During the 9 months of pregnancy, everyone is busy asking the mother-to-be how she is feeling. They excitedly rub her tummy and ask all about baby names. Of course, they offer congratulations to the dad, but while the mommy-to-be is changing and growing and glowing, sometimes the dad might feel like he is on the …
Pretty much 99.99% of women are nervous about labor and postpartum recovery. I’m going to be honest, I was so nervous about labor that I didn’t think about what it would be like postpartum. In hindsight, I wish I did because I was SO unprepared! In reality, it was a bloody mess (literally!) Is it …
Most moms dream of the day when they walk in the nursery and catch the sight of your husband changing your little baby, making the baby do a belly laugh, and your husband chuckling along, making silly faces. Is this always the reality? No. Most expect that your marriage will be rock solid and stronger …
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One of the most exciting parts about being pregnant is when you first start picking up teeny tiny clothes and little toys. Perhaps it is when you first start assembling the nursery, or, even picking up maternity clothes. In this side of the world, it is a custom to usually have a baby shower. It …
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In the first month of Sophia’s life, the middle of the night feedings was a killer. It was all I could do just to stay awake while holding her. I didn’t know what to do with myself. I’m sure any mom can sympathize with that! I always loved to read, but I was too exhausted …
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