Navigating Parenthood

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Posted on 03/28/2019

Being Admitted to the ER in Postpartum Changed My Life

We had just rushed to the hospital and I was worried we wouldn’t make it into labor and delivery in time before the baby started to come. When I got there, everything was rushed and my son was born within minutes of my kneeling on the bed. But when he was in my arms a relief washed over me — I did it. I had a drastically different birth than with my firstborn (a birth experience I was still bitter about 6 years later). But the journey didn’t end there. Postpartum after my second birth was nothing I’d expected. Read more

Posted on 02/28/2019

Kid-Safe Indoor Plants that Detox the Home

Design/ Home

I’ve often admired all the fig leaf plants on Instagram and wondered if I could manage one … then remind myself that my toddler would destroy it in just minutes. This, lack of plant knowledge and the fact that my plants usually die has kept me from joining the many indoor plant owners of the world who have anything but succulents. But I recently found a way to bring new indoor plants into my home in a way that I can manage and that’s safe for the kids. The best part? These plants clean the air!

Posted on 02/18/2019

Bohemian Wilderness Themed Baby & Toddler Shared Room

Baby/ Design/ Home/ Toddler

While nesting in preparation for Nora’s Birth, I decided to convert my office into a shared room for Nora and River. Though it’s a fairly small room, the long layout allows each kiddo to have their own side, as well as a shared space to play in. River’s side of the room is all about adventure in the mountain wilderness while Nora’s side of the room is airy bohemian florals. It really came together nicely and is one of my favorite rooms in the house.
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Posted on 01/31/2019

Mountain Themed Baby Clothing Organizers – Free Download

Being Mama/ Home/ Pregnancy

Organizing the heaps of baby clothes you inevitably get from friends and family is one of the bigger pre-baby chores. I advise against washing everything you’re given but am a huge fan of hanging up what you have by size so that you can see what’s available and which sizes you’ll need more of. To do this, you’ll need some great clothing dividers!

Posted on 01/24/2019

Airy Floral Bohemian Nursery

Baby/ Design/ Home

I’m a big fan of bohemian chic so something drew me to an airy floral bohemian nursery room design. This style allowed me to seamlessly use fun keepsakes from my Mother Blessing and modern furniture from my son’s old nursery room. But in the end, it’s a unique space that brightens up my day whenever I look at it. Read more

Posted on 01/08/2019

From Infertility to Postpartum Psychosis: What This Mom Wants You to Know

Being Mama/ Postpartum

How does a mom go from infertility to postpartum psychosis? “It was a complete snap from reality.” Kayla shares her story, along with some warning signs to be aware of.

Posted on 01/08/2019

Giving Myself Grace: My Unexpected Birthing Journey

Being Mama/ Postpartum

Melody had specific things in mind for her pregnancy, birth and postpartum with daughter, Molly, but life had an unexpected birth journey in store for them instead. She participated in the Navigating Postpartum forth trimester bodies project with Joy Lifestyle Photography to spread hope to other moms who are going through situations. Keep reading for Melody’s telling of her birth story (and to see her project photos).

Posted on 01/08/2019

This Couldn’t Be PPD: Hannah’s Story

Being Mama/ Postpartum

annah Thrailkill, blogger at About Two More Years, shares her transition into postpartum as an American living in Lebanon, and her experience with postpartum depression.

Posted on 12/20/2018

3 Reasons to Support Her “Crazy” Nesting Ideas

Being Mama/ Home/ Pregnancy

“You want me to do what to the garage? I thought we were just getting baby items ready right now.” Sound familiar? Often we think of the need to “nest” or organize and ready our living space during pregnancy in preparation for a new baby as something to do with just baby. Nope! But you’re going to support as many DIY, renovation and organization projects as possible before that baby is born because it’s extremely important. In this post, I’ll tell you why. Read more

Posted on 12/13/2018

Useful Gifts for Baby’s 1st Christmas

Baby/ Baby & Little Kid/ Being Mama/ Family/ Holidays/ Pregnancy

This year, skip the “First Christmas” ornament and gift families a few things they’d really need for their little one instead. Our list of useful gifts for new families will take the guesswork out of what to gift for both December newborns and older babies about to experience Christmas for the first time. From gorgeous gift sets to travel essentials, these items are sure to be a hit for the parenting journey ahead. Read more