I have been a mother now for 3 years. Before becoming a mom I was by no means unprepared. At least I thought so. I am the second to youngest of six children and I have been an aunt since I was nine years old, I have grown up with babies around since then, babysitting, […]
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When we have small children, newborn to a year old, there are many different scenarios that may cause a fall. When small, especially newborn, these falls can be very harmful. According to the CDC approximately 2.8 million children a year visit the emergency room due to injuries from a fall. *affiliate links* How Can We […]
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Having children can be non-stop worry. We have to worry about our children being harmed everyday. Their home should be a safe place of comfort and control. It also be that for you as the parent. When we properly childproof our home it makes it easier to live day by day with less worry. Childproofing […]
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One of the most dangerous causes of death for anyone is car accidents. They happen for many different reasons and children are small and more fragile. This is one of many reasons why car seat safety is so vital. What Car Seat Should I Buy? There are many different brands of carseats and I recommend […]
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There are so many different factors when having a baby that we have to keep in mind. Their safety is top of the list. I cannot begin to cover EVERYTHING that may be a factor in your child’s safety but I’d like to brush up on some of the top things you should be knowledgeable […]
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A friend and fellow blogger, Jasmine, wrote a post last winter, Why It’s Ok To Teach Your Child About Santa Claus (and the Elf On The Shelf) and I felt compelled to really think about my beliefs when it comes to Santa, Christmas, and my children. I remember as a child believing in Santa and […]
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We all want the best for our children. That is why I am a strong advocate for doing research and understanding what is right for your kids. There are so many out there that feel they know what is right, and believe me I’m often the same when it comes to me, my children, and […]
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No matter how much we wish it weren’t true, criticism seems to be a definite when it comes to motherhood. As mothers we feel we know what is right, we have our own opinions about raising kids. Often times these opinions can be shared or pushed on others. Then, if parenting criticism is inevitable, how […]
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HThere are so many expectations, consciously or unconsciously, put on girls as they grow up. Sometimes these expectations limit our daughters. Daughters are taught to be quiet, weak, obedient, “womanly,” “motherly,” and a home maker. Often, it’s just what they see. I am a very strong, outspoken, woman, an entrepreneur, an MBA, I am a […]
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I have always loved to sew and create things. Since becoming a mother this love has translated to wanting to make my children’s Halloween costumes for as long as they’ll let me. So every year, end of August beginning of September, it means looking, researching, finding all kinds of ideas on Pinterest and from other […]
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