Finding Joy In The Journey
Why Self-Acceptance Is So Very Important Postpartum Carrying a baby for 9 months, growing an actual human being inside of you is a miracle. It is one of the most amazing things in the whole world, and obviously changes your body in one of the most dramatic ways you will ever experience as a woman! … Read more
DIY Cleaning Recipes That Actually Clean With Amazing Results! Anyone who knows me knows that I LOVE essential oils, and while I may not LOVE to clean, I do thoroughly enjoy living in a clean space. Not only does cleaning and disinfecting with essential oils make your home smell wonderful, but believe it or not, … Read more
Ever feel overwhelmed planning your kid’s birthday? Is it really possible to throw a stress-free toddler birthday party? Have you seen some of the elaborate and expensive themes and decorations floating around Pinterest? Does just the thought of a fancy schmancy birthday party give you hives? Don’t fret! I’m going to share with you how … Read more
More and more ladies are waiting until they are “middle age” to have babies. And let me tell you, having a baby at 40 (or beyond) comes with its share of ups and downs but we older moms are rockin’ it! We’ve all seen those glamorous celebrities who get pregnant at so-called “advanced maternal age” … Read more
We are 2 months into this method and I thought I would give an update on how our experience with Oh Crap potty training has been. I’ve heard some moms say they threw in the towel during Block 2, but are going to revisit it in a couple of months. And still others say they … Read more
Yes, I Had A Successful IVF Cycle At 46 (Our Embryo Donation Success Story) Getting pregnant through IVF at any age (in my case 46) is not an easy road to travel. I’m not going to sugarcoat this… it can be extremely difficult. You will need to muster up a lot of intestinal fortitude. But, … Read more
30 of the Best Books for 1-2-3 Year Olds Reading with your toddler opens their little minds to the magic of new people, places, and things all in the comfort of your lap! It is one of the best things you can ever do for your child and quite honestly my very favorite part of … Read more
Adventures Of The Travelling Potty Summertime… and the livin’ is easy. Bright sunshiny days and warm nights spent gazing up at the stars. Crickets chirping, camping out and bonfires to roast marshmallows. Who decides to take a road trip with a potty-training toddler? We did! And so should you!! After all, life just can’t stop … Read more
We could all use a little more relaxation in our lives right? The absolute best essential oils for relaxation and calming can be diffused or applied topically. Try lavender, frankincense, sandalwood, and many more wonderful, aromatic oils to promote tranquility and destress. 10 Essential Oils for Relaxation, Calming & Stress-Relief Some of my blog posts … Read more
This is the letter to our son we wrote when I was 7 and 1/2 months pregnant, and I’m so glad we did. I think going forward it will be a great idea to write one every year. Time is fleeting and the memory can sometimes fade of how if feels to be in a … Read more