If you’ve struggled with infertility: I feel you.   My husband and I struggled to get pregnant with our first. When you’ve decided to get pregnant, it can’t happen quick enough! So I know how difficult and emotional this can be. It’s frustrating when you’re doing everything “right” but still not getting pregnant. That’s why […]

Have you heard of a postpartum doula? I’m sure that this service has been around for years, but when I had kids, I had never heard of it! And oh how I could have used one! I found postpartum to be a difficult time – mostly – because I had SUCH a hard time breastfeeding […]

Ready for some real talk about postpartum life? In this blog post, I’m dishing the honest, unfiltered truth about what to expect after giving birth—the stuff that no one seems to talk about. Buckle up, because we’re about to get real, raw, and maybe even a little bit TMI—but hey, that’s what friends are for, […]

Did you know there are more than the typical 3 trimesters of pregnancy? Today I’m chatting everything you can expect from conception to the mysterious “4th trimester.”  It wasn’t until after I had babies that I even heard of the 4th trimester. Each trimester has their own set of woes and excitement which makes for […]

Breastfeeding is one of the most beautiful and rewarding experiences of motherhood, but it can also be one of the most challenging. Boy, I can relate to this. I struggles SO MUCH with breastfeeding and ultimately quit after about 3 months with my first; and didn’t get farther with my second. Whether you’re a first-time […]

Pregnancy can be one of the most magical and transformative times in a woman’s life, but let’s face it – it can also come with a whole host of aches, pains, and discomforts. From back pain to sciatica to headaches and more, it can feel like your body is going through the ringer. But fear […]

Are you expecting a new baby in the next few weeks? I totally get it, the anticipation can be exciting and overwhelming all at the same time. But don’t worry, I’ve got you! As a mom who’s been through the newborn phase two times, I’ve gathered some unique ideas and tips that you might not […]

Hey there mama-to-be! So, you might be feeling a little overwhelmed with all the information (or lack thereof) about giving birth. But don’t worry, I’ve got you! Here are 9 things your provider probably didn’t tell you about giving birth that will help you feel more prepared and in control. (And hey, if any of […]

It’s World Breastfeeding Week! This week is designated as a global initiative to promote, protect and support breastfeeding. Breastfeeding provides so much for mother and baby to protect each from things like infections, all the way to things like ovarian cancer. Breastfeeding also benefits the environment, as it reduces the need for manufactured formula and […]

Today I’m talking about my VBAC story. So – in case you’re asking – “what the heck is a VBAC??”, let me tell you. (Don’t worry, I didn’t know much before I was a candidate, either.) VBAC stands for Vaginal Birth After Cesarean. It is when a woman who has had a c-section in the […]