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  • For Us,  Pregnancy + Child Birth

    Most popular Baby Boy names from the last decade [2010-2019]

    Deciding on a baby boy name for your child is a huge decision! When I was pregnant, I was eager to find out if I was having a boy or a girl. I was so excited to find out! This was the first time I…

    By Nicole
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    Things I’ve Learned by a First Time Mom [Dalton and the Double Dos]

    Author: Ashley Motherhood is a journey like no other, there are ups, downs and a lot of “what the F am I doing”. However, now that I have experienced pregnancy, birth, and the reality of trying to raise my son, Dalton, I cannot see any…

    By Nicole
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    How to get Baby to Sleep [Red Light Use]

    Exhausted after a long night of no sleep? Had to get up 3-4 times to fed your baby? I’ve been there! That’s how I came up with this neat way to get your baby on a sleep routine! It was a very long summer night,…

    By Nicole
  • For Us,  Pregnancy + Child Birth

    A Decade of Most Popular Baby Girl Names [2010-2019]

    When I became pregnant with my daughter, I was so overwhelmed with trying to pick the perfect name from the long list of baby girl names. I am not sure why I struggled so much more with a girl name, than I did with a…

    By Nicole
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    Easter Baskets for Kids [Baby, Toddler, Teens]

    This year is already flying by! Can you believe it is already Easter time? It feels like we just had Easter yesterday. Don’t forget to make those Easter baskets! Well, if your stuck on what to put in your kids Easter baskets this year. Ive…

    By Nicole
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    My Labor and Delivery Experience [Unplanned C-Section]

    I was so grateful and lucky to have a smooth pregnancy with no complications. The only thing that was a little scary, was the light bleeding I had in the beginning. My doctor and I just kept an eye on it. Thankfully after the first…

    By Nicole
  • For Us,  Learn + Play Activities

    Infant Swimming [step-by-step class]

    When my son was 5 months old, I started him in infant swimming class. I took him to this place called aqua pros swim school. My son LOVED swim class. We went once a week for 30 minute sessions. The class was indoors and the…

    By Nicole
  • For Us,  Learn + Play Activities

    Baby/Toddler Activities for Summer Water Play [learning]

    With summer fast approaching, I wanted to share some great ideas for baby/toddler water play activities. My kids love the water. These water play activities have helped them to become familiar with water and practice water safety. It’s important for children to have an understanding…

    By Nicole
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    Convenient & Natural Teething Remedy that my Baby Loved!

    Those pesky, painful baby teeth! My daughter is 4 months old, and a teething baby is in full swing, for her right now! I feel so helpless, at times, when my babies are having teething pain. My pediatrician, once said, ‘Teething isn’t a disease, so…

    By Nicole
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    Summer Fun for your 4 Month Old!

    Disclaimer: Never leave your child unattended with water play and make sure when using a jumper that your child is secured and not top heavy so they don’t accidentally bounce too hard and fall out. It was a warm August morning and my son loves…

    By Nicole
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I'm a straightforward mom of two. I am here for you and for us (you + your family). Become inspired and find the help you need from a fellow mommy friend. The obstacles in my life have led me here, to share all my tips, tricks and hacks that got me through them – with you. #straightforwardmom

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