As moms, we have lots of things that need to get done each day. It can be challenging to be productive while still prioritizing time with your toddler. I’ve been there and learned how to get things done with a toddler and even have time for hobbies! I know you can get there too, so…
Between the kids, meals, chores, and everything else on your to-do list, being a stay at home mom will keep you busy! And, if you’re not careful, it can leave you feeling drained. With a few simple tips, you can create a stay at home mom schedule that will help you accomplish the most important…
Whether it’s for Christmas, a birthday, or another special occasion, we all want to give the special moms in our life gifts they’ll appreciate and use. But when it comes to crunchy moms, gift-giving can be a challenge. Here are over 30 of the best gifts for crunchy moms! Like all women, “crunchy” (aka “granola”,…
Anyone with kids (or who’s been around kids) knows the newborn stage is a challenge. However, by taking these intentional steps to survive the newborn stage, you can actually enjoy this season of motherhood. A little over a year and a half since my first was born, I’m back in the middle of the newborn…
If you’re planning a natural birth or just love birth stories, this one is for you! After a quick Bradley Method labor which was very different from my first, Luther was born at home on Monday afternoon. This is how it happened and what I did to prepare for natural birth. I’m always one to…
NORA tea is made from a powerful blend of herbs that many midwives recommend during pregnancy. It has numerous incredible benefits, and you can easily make it yourself! I’ve known about the benefits of herbal teas for pregnancy since I was pregnant with my first. However, during this current pregnancy we got really busy with…
Meal prep is one of the most important things you can do to prepare for the arrival of a new baby. The good thing is that it doesn’t have to be difficult or complicated! Here are my favorite tips and tricks to easily prepare meals for postpartum. As the due date for our next baby…
Pregnancy is an exciting, and sometimes confusing, time. Nowadays there are so many items that are marketed as “must-haves” and it can get expensive and cluttered quickly. This is likely the last thing you want when you’re about to welcome a new baby! On the other hand, there are a few minimalist pregnancy must-haves that…
Creating a baby registry can be so overwhelming! There are so many options and you’re often left wondering what you actually need. Based on my experience with our now toddler, here’s a comprehensive list of the essential items for a minimalist baby registry. When I was pregnant with our first baby, we lived in a…
Just like we take time during pregnancy to get ready for labor and birth, it’s also extremely important to prepare for postpartum. It often comes with numerous unexpected challenges, however, you can learn how to experience it as an amazing time of healing, bonding with your new baby, and discovering how life will look as…