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A very thoughtful Mother's Day planned for me by my wonderful hubby, my first year of mommyhood. My daughter is two now, so this seems so long ago! I enjoyed my homemade crepes and mimosa, and at a later date even got to head to Salish Lodge for a Swedish Hot Stone Massage!
If you are a parent in the PNW or Seattle area, an annual membership at the Woodland Park Zoo is an amazing decision! The membership is extremely affordable and pays for itself in only a few visits. Even if you do not live directly in the city of Seattle, weekdays are a perfect time to visit with ample parking and minimal lines. I absolutely suggest a Woodland Park Zoo membership to any PNW families!
What the Easter Bunny is bringing my daughter this year. Some toddler Easter gift ideas, if you need them!
Breastfeeding is HARD. Who ever let us believe it is easy? This post tells my struggles with breastfeeding, which are normal to have. I was not prepared. A lactation consultant was not able to help us. I eventually switched to exclusively pumping (EP'ing), and then formula when my milk ultimately dried up. Thank goodness someone invented formula so that little babies survive when they have no breast milk to drink! It is time to stop bottle shaming women who are not able to breastfeed.
The “Terrible Twos”- oh how I have been dreading them. Mostly because my little baby girl has been such a sweetie, and I wish I could keep her little and precious forever. I joke with my husband that the day she decides to be mean and breaks my heart that I am going to …
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For city-dwellers who are debating making the move to the suburbs upon starting a family. Tips on how to have kids and life a different life in a more rural environment but still be a part of the city you love.
A merry Christmas post to all the hard working and stressed out moms in the world.
Hello everyone and welcome to my blog! I have wanted to try blogging for years now and have finally decided to make the commitment. I'm not really sure how to kick off a blog, so I figure I would just write a little get to know me post, and if you choose to bear with …