Short on time, but still hoping to write a birth plan? Make it easy on yourself by following along with these easy-to-follow guidelines for how to write a birth plan fast. Talk to your spouse about your birth preferences, feelings, and anxieties. Determine as a couple what your best-practice birth plan might look like. Pray…
My Favorite Tee
*This post is in no way compensated. I just plain love the company. Have you heard of Union 28? They just so happen to make the coolest pro-marriage & pro-family tees ever. Kristen from We are THAT Family first introduced me to the company almost 3 years ago, and I’ve been a fan ever since….
My Birth Playlist
When Summer Elizabeth was born, I had a playlist ready to go, stereo loaded. We used only one of those CDs before my midwife arrived and determined the music not “soothing” enough. The rest of the birth went on under the approved calming harp melodies that the doula had in her handbag. Not my cup…
Labor-Friendly Natural Massage Oil
Show me a pregnant woman who doesn’t like massage, and I’ll show you a…. wait a minute, I’m not sure what I would show you. Anyway, most pregnant women in labor appreciate the relaxation benefits of a massage given with strong hands and a labor-friendly natural massage oil. Source With our first child, our sweet…
How to Pack a Hospital Bag for Birth
Oh, how the tables have turned for the birth of baby Elijah. This time around, in contrast to Summer Elizabeth’s home water birth, I’ll be giving birth in a public Costa Rican hospital. Dun, dun, dun… Source Although I did have some items packed away in case of an emergency with my homebirth, this time…
Tips for Traveling with Small Kids //MBM
Chances are, you’re going places this summer. Photo Source Travelling with children is a whole ‘nother ballgame than the tranquil, self-indulgent vacays that Husband & I enjoyed as a family of two. Introducing new sights and sounds, cultures and languages to your children is a wonderful way to bond as a family, but doesn’t come…
Best DIY Camera Bag Tutorials
DSLR cameras seem to be all the rage lately, and with good reason. Have you seen the crisp, clear shots you can take with those stunners? Source I recently jumped on the bandwagon and purchased a used Canon Rebel XS and an accompanying 50mm prime lens. If you’re still learning the ropes of using your…
How to Potty Train at 18 Months
Ready, set, potty! Learn how to get your child out of diapers early with this easy potty training routine that’s worked for both of my children. *Post updated March 2016 Before you get started, be sure to read these posts: Potty Training Tools for Success Preparing Your Toddler for Potty Training Training Pants Best Fit…
Potty Training Tools for Success
Potty training doesn’t have to be stressful. If you’ve already prepared your toddler for potty training you’re well on your way. Round up these handy tools and you’re all set for potty training success! Source Before you begin potty training, gather these essential tools: Small potty or potty chair insert for the toilet. Here’s what…
Renter Friendly Kids Growth Chart // MBM
My little Summerbeth is getting tall, and until this week, I had no way of stopping her. Of course, there’s no way I’d really try to stunt her growth, but I did find a handy magnetic growth chart to track her height that is renter friendly. I’d envisioned perma wall-art type growth charts and the…
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