Combination of Complications Sometimes, it's not just one thing that leads to a premature birth. There can be so many different complications during pregnancy, which can be extremely difficult for both the mother and the unborn child. When there are different complications, it's often hard to find treatments that are both safe for mother and baby. Sometimes, an early … [Read more...]
Dinnertime: The witching hour, and how to deal
*This is a sponsored post, but all honest opinions are my own. Dinnertime Dinnertime is a struggle in our household. Everyone is cranky...mom included. It's been a long day, everyone is tired,and no one agrees on anything...especially what to eat for dinner. Sometimes mom is just too tired to deal with it, and way too tired to cook something. Going out to eat doesn't sound … [Read more...]
In a Funk? Five ways to get you out of it.
Funk No, I'm not talking about that weird smell coming from the very back of the refrigerator. I'm talking about my mood lately. I've been in a funk. Crabby, moody, and not very nice are all probably ways my family would describe me these last couple days. It's all well deserved and more. I've been feeling a little overwhelmed, and letting my emotions get the best of me. … [Read more...]
Teaching Patience: Adeline’s Story
Patience Patience is a very hard thing to have when your baby is in the hospital. You want to be able to fast forward through all the scary first few days/weeks, and get to the part where you are going home with a healthy baby. Unfortunately, the NICU, and life, just doesn't work like that. You can't rush through anything in the NICU. Even though you want to be home, you … [Read more...]
Seven Years: Happy Birthday Mr. B!
Seven Years Seven years ago, I gave birth to my first beautiful baby boy. It was a Tuesday morning, and I was exhausted from being up all night in labor. I almost didn't get to see or hold you right away because they wanted to go and check you in the NICU. You had the cord wrapped around your neck twice, and needed a little help getting all the way out. But, I did get … [Read more...]
