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The Best Snacks for Breastfeeding Moms

July 2, 2015 By Megan 6 Comments

The Best Snacks for Breastfeeding Moms

Every new mom breastfeeding knows how tough it can be to feed a growing infant, especially at the beginning. Breastfeeding in itself can be difficult, and no matter how rewarding it is to watch our little babies grow under our nourishment, it can also be incredibly tiring and demanding. That’s why it’s so imperative to have… [Read More]

Filed Under: Motherhood, Snacks Tagged With: best foods to eat when breastfeeding, breastfeeding snacks, food for breastfeeding moms, healthy food for breastfeeding, snacks for breastfeeding

Momzelle Breastfeeding Top Review and Giveaway

June 24, 2015 By Megan 10 Comments

Momzelle Breastfeeding Top Review and Giveaway

Momzelle Breastfeeding Top Review and Giveaway Since my life right now largely revolves around feeding my new baby girl, breastfeeding apparel is a big topic on my mind. When my first child was born, I didn’t have much in the way of nursing attire. I made do with what I had, although in hindsight I should… [Read More]

Filed Under: Motherhood, Reviews

Postpartum Healing with Earth Mama Angel Baby + Giveaway

June 8, 2015 By Megan 12 Comments

Postpartum Healing with Earth Mama Angel Baby + Giveaway

When it comes to postpartum care for mamas, there are so many things I wish I had known beforehand. While books and friends and family can help prepare you, there are inevitably many things that you’ll discover on your own, including the not-so-glamourous items you’ll likely need. Things like a peri squirt bottle, big maxi… [Read More]

Filed Under: Health, Motherhood, Natural Remedies/Recipes, Reviews

Why Nursing Bras are Important – Cake Maternity Giveaway

June 1, 2015 By Megan 3 Comments

Why Nursing Bras are Important – Cake Maternity Giveaway

This is my first post back since welcoming our second child into the world, so it only makes sense it should be related to motherhood. Breastfeeding has become my new main job for the time being, and thankfully, I am a little more prepared in terms of breastfeeding this time than I was with my first… [Read More]

Filed Under: Motherhood, Pregnancy, Reviews

Natural Pain Relief for Labour

May 2, 2015 By Megan 3 Comments

Natural Pain Relief for Labour

The pure definition of labour is: work, especially hard, physical work. So it’s no surprise that the labour associated with childbirth is no different. Luckily, we have many options when it comes to pain relief, especially natural pain relief. For me, doing research and reading up on childbirth really helped put everything into perspective. When… [Read More]

Filed Under: Pregnancy

How to Teach Kids to Love Nature

April 1, 2015 By Megan 16 Comments

How to Teach Kids to Love Nature

Children, by nature, love nature! Allowed to run free and explore, I don’t know any child that doesn’t automatically connect with the natural world. It’s the perfect environment in which to learn, explore, inspire creativity and just let kids be kids. And the best part is that the great outdoors is free! Although some activities,… [Read More]

Filed Under: Learning Naturally, Raising Kids

Kids’ Music that Won’t Drive Parents Nuts

March 22, 2015 By Megan 17 Comments

Kids’ Music that Won’t Drive Parents Nuts

Oh, kids’ music. Much of it is enough to make parents go bonkers. Often, you can really only listen to so many kids songs before you start to feel your head getting dizzy. We are BIG music lovers in this house and since we’ve had to ratify our listening tastes since becoming parents, we’ve really sought out… [Read More]

Filed Under: Play, Raising Kids Tagged With: family-friendly music, kids music adults like, kids music for the whole family

Baby Carriers – Overview and Reviews

February 19, 2015 By Megan 8 Comments

Baby Carriers – Overview and Reviews

Baby carriers are amazing. They allow you to be close to your baby, keep them calm, and also keep your hands free. They’re perfect for any sort of shopping trip (amazing to have your hands free when grocery shopping), outdoor activities and festivals, and just walks to the park or around the block. They can… [Read More]

Filed Under: Babies and Kids, Baby Care, Parenting

What to Bring a New Mom

February 13, 2015 By Megan 13 Comments

What to Bring a New Mom

Any new mom knows that those first days, weeks and even months, can be challenging in many ways. The lack of sleep, hormonal changes, getting the hang of breastfeeding, and above all, getting to know this new little life you brought into the world and learning how to take care of another human being. Combined with… [Read More]

Filed Under: Motherhood, Parenting Tagged With: what to bring a new mom, what to bring for new baby

Valentine’s Day Family Activities

February 3, 2015 By Megan 2 Comments

Valentine’s Day Family Activities

This year, Valentine’s Day falls on a Saturday, and I’m really looking forward to spending the day with my boys. I’ve been trying to think of some fun, free (or minimally-priced) activities we can do together as a family that day, before the hubby and I get a (rare) night in alone together! I’m excited… [Read More]

Filed Under: Celebrations, Parenting

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