How To Prepare For A New Baby On A Tight Budget

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SharePinTweetShareShare101 SharesBabies are EXPENSIVE!!! But having a baby on a budget is totally doable! They are worth every penny but that doesn’t mean you can’t or shouldn’t try to save a few bucks along the way! One thing I learned so far is that babies come with a TON of gear, and that gear costs … Read more

Hospital Bag Checklist PDF For Mom AND Baby

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SharePinTweetShareShare11 SharesBe prepared with a handy Mom and baby hospital bag checklist, plus free PDF. Here’s what you need to pack for labor and delivery, (and WHEN to pack it). When it comes to what to bring with you on delivery day, it’s best to be prepared ahead of time. A basic pregnancy bag list … Read more

What Maternity Clothes Do I Really Need?

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SharePinTweetShareShare46 SharesDuring pregnancy, one of the most fun things can be shopping and dressing your bump in super cute maternity clothes. And you should absolutely show off that awesome baby belly! But, if you’re a more frugal shopper you may not want to spend a ton of money on a whole new wardrobe for those … Read more

Simple Birth Plan For First Time Moms

SharePinTweetShareShare101 SharesYou’re going to be a mom for the first time! Congratulations! Everything is a brand new experience as you start out on your journey to motherhood. First-time moms can easily write a simple birth plan or a list of birth preferences to help them feel more prepared come delivery day. Your baby is almost … Read more

Being A Mother Quotes And Sayings, Words of Wisdom

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SharePinTweetShareShare108 SharesI consider it an honour and a privilege to be a mom and to celebrate that, I have collected some words of wisdom on motherhood to share with you. A celebration of being a mother, quotes and sayings that will touch your heart, make you think, bring a smile or maybe a tear. I … Read more

Induction Without Epidural: What’s It Really Like?

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SharePinTweetShareShare76 SharesWhat’s it really like to go through labor induction without an epidural? You may be wondering “should I get an epidural?” I will share my personal experience with you here and maybe it can help you make your choice. Choosing to get an epidural or not is a deeply personal decision for every woman … Read more

IVF Over 40 Success Story: Beating The Odds

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SharePinTweetShareShare1.3K SharesIVF At 46 Success Story: The Cycle That Finally Worked (And What We Did Differently) I am sharing my success story to bring hope & inspiration to other women. I got pregnant at 45 with donor embryos & delivered my IVF baby at 46. When we began our IVF journey, I scoured the internet … Read more

Hate Your New Body After Baby? Please Don’t!

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SharePinTweetShareShare268 SharesWhy 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 … Read more

Having A Baby At 40? Meet The Older Moms Who Are Rockin’ It!

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SharePinTweetShareShare209 SharesMore 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 … Read more

Getting Pregnant Through IVF at 46

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SharePinTweetShareShare259 SharesYes, 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. … Read more