half the packing list is stuff they hand you for free, and the things that actually matter in week one are not on the list at all. what to take, what runs out on day three, and what to leave at home.
Tag Archives: Pregnancy
I’m In The Fourth Trimester Right Now. The Six-Week Checkup Is Not The Finish Line.
The guidance changed and nobody told us. What postpartum recovery actually looks like week by week, the warning signs worth putting on the fridge, and what to have in the house before the baby comes.
How To Eat Better During Pregnancy
Let’s face it: the quality of the foods that you put in to your body both before and during pregnancy has an effect on your baby’s overall health more than any other factor, which means that it is important to have the information necessary to provide both you and your unborn little love with theContinueContinue reading “How To Eat Better During Pregnancy”
Top 5 All Time Pregnancy Must Haves: First Time Mom’s Edition
Being a mama to be is hard. You ache, you have to pee all of the time, it’s hard to get comfortable at night, and your cravings are through the roof. When you have no idea what to expect, it can be hard to adjust to all of the changes. What can you do toContinueContinue reading “Top 5 All Time Pregnancy Must Haves: First Time Mom’s Edition”
From Mother To Baby: A Note To Remember
I’ve wandered through the storms I’ve waded through the waters I’ve endured the rains All for you I’ve cried pools and pools Of both happiness and despair I’ve withstood deep wounds without repair All for you You are the Life of my Life My light through the strife You are the solace of my nights,ContinueContinue reading “From Mother To Baby: A Note To Remember”
Gestational Diabetes: Adjusting To The Journey
As many of you who read and follow the blog already know, a little over 2 weeks ago I was diagnosed with gestational diabetes. I had failed my 1 hour, went back for the 3 hour exam and failed that as well. Because of that, I was diagnosed. Here is an update on my journeyContinueContinue reading “Gestational Diabetes: Adjusting To The Journey”
Getting Diagnosed With Gestational Diabetes
Gestational diabetes. It was what I was afraid of. I had heard so many bad things about having diabetes while pregnant, so getting the diagnosis hit me really hard. Around 20 weeks pregnant, baby boy started measuring a bit larger than normal. I also noticed I was gaining a lot of weight, and FAST. MyContinueContinue reading “Getting Diagnosed With Gestational Diabetes”
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