Perfect To every parent, their own child is perfect. It doesn't matter what their hair color, their size, or their abilities, when you lock eyes on your baby, all you can see is love. There is also hope. Hope for a bright future, happiness, and everything that they dream of. The NICU can sometimes make you question that future, but it can never take away your sweet … [Read more...]
Motherly Instincts: Lilly’s Story
Motherly Instincts When I was first pregnant, I didn't know if I would be a good mom. What I didn't realize was that my motherly instincts would kick in long before I actually gave birth. Even before you see your child, you are willing to do anything for them. Pregnant women change their diets, find the best care, and plan everything around the baby that's … [Read more...]
When plans change: Eleanor’s Story
Plans In the process of having a baby, you often have so many hopes, and make plans. Plans for how your pregnancy will go, a birth plan, plans for your nursery, and even plans for your newborn. Unfortunately, there are many things that can derail those plans. A premature birth is often unexpected, and comes with complications no one expects. The NICU is also not a … [Read more...]
Spring Break at Home
Spring Break Our first Spring Break officially starts on Friday. Woo hoo? To be clear, it's not really a break for us moms. For me, it means an extra little one at home. While I love having Mr. B home, for some reason, when the three boys are all home, it seems like the fighting gets worse. It's not really two against one, it's just an extra one that doesn't like to share, … [Read more...]
Post Pregnancy Related Health Issues
Post Pregnancy is Hard. Am I falling apart? I feel definitely feel like it. Pregnancy was hard, but post pregnancy is hard too. Your body goes through so many changes, and some of those changes stay with you. Obviously those sweet babies are worth it, but it still can be a lot for a woman to go through. During my two pregnancies, I've had new health issues to deal with. … [Read more...]
