Support The NICU experience can be very isolating. It's a very emotional time, and can put a strain on any relationship. However, that support from family and friends is the most critical part of enduring a situation like this. It can be hard to know what to say or do for someone who has a baby fighting for survival in the NICU. As the parent, it can be hard to ask for … [Read more...]
Easter 2017: Adventures with Boys and Eggs
Easter 2017 Another holiday is in the books. Easter 2017 was full of eggs, candy, family, fun, and very little sleep. I'm wrapping up our Spring Break and Easter 2017 weekend for you with a family story. And plenty of pictures! Me Time The weekend started off pretty great. The sun was shining, Mr. B had a birthday party to go to, and everyone was finally feeling better. … [Read more...]
March 2017 Goals – Let’s Get Motivated!
March 2017 Goals It may be the second week of March, but I'm not letting that stop me from writing down my March 2017 goals. We've had a ton of things on our schedule, and I always feel like I'm forgetting to do something or be somewhere. So, to keep me accountable, and to (hopefully) motivate you, I'm sharing my March 2017 goals. It's been a few months since I've … [Read more...]
Thanksgiving and the Things I’m Thankful for Today
Thanksgiving Happy Thanksgiving! If I'm being honest, I haven't been all too thankful lately. I've been sick, tired, and generally just burned out. I took on a lot, didn't get enough rest, and just got into a bad space. Even though it was No Yell November, I wasn't too nice. Then, the guilt came. It wasn't pretty. But, I'm slowly digging myself out. It really helped … [Read more...]
Isolation: How to make it thru this Season
Isolation is Hard. When you experience a premature birth, all you can think about is getting your baby healthy, and getting your baby home. Once you are finally through all the hurdles, both emotionally and physically, you have a whole other obstacle to prepare for: Isolation. A baby born early, especially extremely early like a micro preemie, often has a weakened … [Read more...]