Eric and I have always loved to have friendly debates. The most hotly discussed topic has been the use of social media in our relationship. The use of phones, tablets and laptops have become the roadblocks in our conversations and quality time. My husband argues that I spend more time on Facebook then talking about… Continue reading Love & Technology
As a mother, my time is divided between my husband, my children, my job and what's left over is trying to maintain a chaotic household. Some days I pat myself on the back because I helped my kids with their homework, cooked dinner and even managed to do a load or two of laundry. Other… Continue reading A Long Awaited Escape
Labor and Delivery will always Beat in My Heart.
As a mother of 5 children, I look back and realize I never had a plan on how many children I wanted. I can't imagine what my life would be like if I thought about child bearing as most people with common sense do. Kids are expensive. How will we pay for college? I'm too… Continue reading A Different Kind Of Perfect
I remember hearing about Baby Moons and thinking what a cute idea for new parents or even experienced parents. A Baby Moon will give parents an opportunity to spend time together as a couple before the family grows. I also like the idea of having a Family/Baby Moon and including your children before the new… Continue reading Baby 🌙 Moon
So, you have read my first 2 pregnancy and labor experiences. And I'm sitting here thinking, three more to go. Can I write anything new and different and fun? And I'm sure you are thinking, "Goodness! Do we have to read 3 more of her pregnancies?" I'm going to save both of us the trouble and… Continue reading More Amazing Pregnancy Lessons from a mom of 5
Summer ‘Bumpin’ (Baby Bumpin)Sing to the tune of Grease’s Summer NightsSummer Bumpin and having some fun!Summer Bumpin it happened so fastI’m carrying a human that’s as cute as can beI’m your mommy; want the best for you and mePregnant days are drifting away, to uh oh thosedelivery dayBaby Boy Baby GirlSummer Pregnancy Many women experiencing pregnancy… Continue reading Surviving the Summer with a Baby Bump
This is a BIG Deal! You have crossed that 1st Trimester Hill and have started or well into the 2nd Trimester. The 2nd Trimester is considered: Second trimester: 14 and 0/7 weeks–27 and 6/7 weeks (Months 4 –7) (The American College of Obstetrics and Gynecology, 2015) While this Trimester is considered the Best of your Pregnancy… Continue reading 10 Amazing RN Tips to Survive the 2nd Trimester
My first pregnancy was perfect. My labor experience came straight out of a text book. My delivery was a breeze. Because I did what I was supposed to and everything came out fine, I thought, "Ehhh, I can let go a little bit." My first indulgence was drinking my beloved Coca Cola. Now I… Continue reading Amazing Pregnancy Lessons for #2 from a Mom of 5
She Cried Today. She cried because her pregnancy journey will end with a Caesarean section (C-section). She cried because pregnancy to her that means she didn't earn her baby She cried because she felt she wasn't a 'real' mother/woman. She cried because she will not be able to labor her baby into the world. She… Continue reading “C-Section or Not; You are a Mother”
The Amazing Adventures of Pregnancy 