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Living Around a Nap Schedule

I remember reading Babywise, specifically the nap schedule part, and wondering how on earth I was going to live my life in those little windows around naps. I’m an introvert, so I wasn’t worried about...

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How to Create an Evening Routine that Works for You

I’ve watched YouTube videos… Read blogs… And taken notes of other people’s evening routines. How did they relax and set up their next day for success? After over a year of trying and failing to get...

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October 15: Pregnancy and Infant Loss Awareness Day

Today is Pregnancy and Infant Loss Awareness Day. If you’re on social media, you’ve probably noticed the hashtag #1in4 on many women’s posts today. That’s because statistically, 1 in 4 pregnancies...

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10 Best Bedtime Stories to Read to Your Baby

Reading bedtime stories with my two littles has given me memories that will last a lifetime! I just love pulling both of my boys up on the couch with me with their favorite books in hand while we...

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Pregnant with a chance of Heartbreak: the emotions of pregnancy after...

If you’ve read this blog much at all, you’ve seen reference to the fact that I have experience with loss. Pregnancy loss, specifically. Someday I’ll write a post about my experiences, but the short...

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My Evening Routine With an Ever-Changing Schedule

Not too long ago, I shared my frustration with following an evening routine. I felt like a failure if I couldn’t cross everything off my list. And no matter what I did, I couldn’t seem to follow it....

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Traveling with a one year old…what should you pack???

Thanksgiving is the most-traveled holiday on the American calendar. Since moving to Canada, I’ve had so many people ask what the difference really is. I think that statistic is a good place to start!...

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How to cope when you feel like a burden

This morning I reached out to an acquaintance, trying to set up another time for us to walk together. We’ve only managed to do it twice, but it was enjoyable. Plus, I knew she’d recently struggled...

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Our Best Baby Books to Read to Your 18 Month Old

At 18 months old, your little one is growing and exploring at breakneck speed. Every day they make new connections, discover something new, and learn how to better express themselves. It’s such a joy...

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What Trauma Has Taught Me

I knew what I wanted to do in life pretty early on. My personality and strengths are to nurture and support others, and I dreamed of being a wife and mom. Simple goals? Maybe, but I’ve always seen...

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