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Pregnancy Journal: Week 9
First Trimester, Month Three, Week 9 Halloween is here!! This year was especially fun because I feel like Layla really got into the trick or treating spirit. She took her orange pumpkin bucket and filled it up with candies from the neighbors, and was excited to tell everyone she was a “happy chicken” as she… Read more
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Pregnancy Journal: Week 8
First Trimester, Month Two, Week 8 This week was a big one for doctors appointments! Sophia had her one year pediatrician appointment and I also had my first appointment for this pregnancy! While my lower appetite, fatigue/going to bed early, some nausea and gagging continued on, one major symptom that I experienced the first two… Read more
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Pregnancy Journal: Week 6
First Trimester, Month Two, Week 6 And right on cue, pregnancy symptoms came on full force right at the start of week 6! With my other two pregnancies, I realized something might be up when I started gagging while brushing my teeth and flossing, and this time was no different. One of my biggest “tricks”… Read more
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Bouquets and Boards Party
I was absolutely honored to throw a baby shower for my oldest friend as she prepares to welcome her third baby this month – a sweet little girl who is already so loved. When they tell you there’s something special about a friendship that has seen you at all of life’s stages, the last two… Read more
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Pregnancy Journal: Week 5
First Trimester, Month Two, Week 5 This week was such a roller coaster of excitement with our newfound pregnancy news! One thing I had failed to mention is that while I was all but throwing my pregnancy test into Jon’s hands, his mom and our other two daughters were sleeping in their rooms upstairs, so… Read more
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Dear Mom, You Walk a Fine Line
Dear Mom, Every single day you are walking a fine line of “doing it all”, and that fine line falls between burnout and FOMO. In the never ending chase of trying to do everything you can for your family – prioritizing their happiness, a quality home life, and variety of experiences – while also constantly… Read more
Strength and Grits 