Choosing a baby name can be so hard. Choosing our firstborn’s name was tough, but now that we’re expecting our second child, my husband and I have literally gone through thousands (no exaggeration) of baby name lists to find the one that just “clicks.” One list held my attention in particular: Italian baby names. If…
Whether you’re expecting or simply thinking about the future, learning how to prepare for a baby financially is one of the smartest things you can do. Here are 13 actionable tips you can do today to begin preparing for your baby’s arrival financially. When I found out I was pregnant, the first thing I planned…
First of all, congratulations! Having a baby is always exciting, but choosing the name? That’s definitely the cherry on top. With a great-grandma directly from Scotland, I’ve always appreciated the Scottish culture. Whether you’re looking at Scottish boy names because you’re from Scotland, you love their names, or you’re simply a big fan of Outlander…
Learning how to manage labor pain naturally can be a challenge. While it’s so easy to search through Pinterest or Youtube for the best labor positions or breathing techniques, it always seems like the SAME tips are circulated over and over again. And while you know everyone recommends using the double hip squeeze or a…
I very vividly remember my 36 week prenatal visit. My swollen ankles were propped up on my midwife’s chair while my pudgy hands clutched my three—yes, three—page birth plan. I wanted an all-natural birth. No meds, lavender diffuser, yoga music, birthing ball, the works. My midwife assured me that the birthing center would help out…
Looking for the best online birthing classes? As a mom blogger (and somewhat of an online course nut), I’ve taken a lot of prenatal courses. Below are a few of my favorites. There’s no doubt, online birthing classes are changing the way women are learning about childbirth. I first heard about online birthing classes back…
