Tag: first-time mom
Learning to Accept That This Is Temporary…My Personal Pep Talk
There's a little pep talk that I give myself every morning around 2:30am when I have a 4 year old sleeping on top of...
Networking – it ain’t just a working thang
I have been fully entrenched in discussions at work about empowering woman and how important it is to network. It's crucial to have the support...
Hospital Bag Tips: What I Packed vs. What I Actually Needed
As a first time mom I did a lot of research. A lot of research. What to register for, how to write a birth plan, pre-baby...
Motherhood: Recognizing Joy
I went to visit a friend who just had her first child. Amidst all the cuddling and chatting she asked me to swear that...
A New Mom Challenge: Lowering Your Standards
Towards the end of my pregnancy I was put on modified bed rest and had to leave work two weeks earlier than planned. To...
Sleep Isn’t the Only Thing I Miss about my Old Life
Like all moms I love my children to death. But having said that, there are so many things I wish I hadn't taken for...
#ClickTight and Go with Britax
On the list of “essentials” for a new baby, a car seat tops the list. It’s a baby registry “must have.” I remember registering...
World Breastfeeding Week: Resources and Support for Moms
August 1-7, 2016 is World Breastfeeding Week. Each year there's a different theme, but the overarching goal of this annual event is to raise awareness...
4 Practical Tips for Returning to Work After Maternity Leave
I recently returned to work after a six month maternity leave. I was fortunate to have had so much time off to bond with my son...
Pediatric Roundup – A Guide to Pediatricians in Fairfield County
Can anyone recommend a pediatrician they love in the area? It's probably the most asked question by moms everywhere and we have the answers!...