***This article originally appeared in Traverse Bay Family Magazine. It has been reprinted with permission. *** Looking for a gift for a new mom? Looking to get a little something for a new baby even though you don’t NEED anything? Or maybe just curious about the monthly box craze? Is it really worth it? When […] Read more…
Prepping for Baby – TBFM Edition!
***This article originally appeared in the Spring 2013 issue of Traverse Bay Family Magazine. It was reprinted with permission.*** We are neck-deep in preparations for baby #3 and I thought I would share my to-do list for when the baby comes. For New Moms If you haven’t had a baby before, there are a […] Read more…
Preparing for Baby: Catholic Edition {Catholic Mothers Online}
I’ve spent the last two months writing a series of baby preparation posts on my blog. As I was working through them, writing them & scheduling them, I realized there are some specific things I do as a Catholic mom, to prepare for birth as well. Check out my short list of baby […] Read more…
Post-Birth Checklist {Prepping for Baby}
To close out the series on Prepping for Baby, I’m sharing a checklist of things to remember to do just AFTER the baby is born. There is quite a list of important things that need to be done and if they aren’t written down, the odds of forgetting one are pretty good in that sleep […] Read more…
Nursing Clothes {Prepping for Baby}
A month or so ago, I was assessing my wardrobe to figure out what I was going to wear after the baby arrived. Here are my thoughts on nursing-friendly wear. Source: m.target.com via Jen on Pinterest Nursing Bras While many people don’t buy much “specialized” clothing, in my mind, nursing bras are essential. […] Read more…
Serve Your Spouse Saturday #22: Prepping for Baby Edition — with Printable!
***This post contains affiliate links. Thanks for your support!*** Last month, as I was writing a review on For Women Only for the Gabby Mom’s, I realized that this was the second pregnancy in a row that I had read marriage books RIGHT before giving birth. And I realized that I really liked doing that. […] Read more…
Baby Gear {Prepping for Baby}
Hopefully by this point, you have your home and your other kids in some kind of order. Now it’s time to get ready for your new little bundle! For our third baby, here are the essentials that I have gotten ready for the new little one. Blankets Swaddling wraps. My kids never liked […] Read more…
Stocking Up {Prepping for Baby}
Ideally, I like to make sure I have food & supplies on hand for about 3 months. Hubby was making fun of me a few weeks ago, comparing me to Pa Ingalls going to town to buy flour, sugar & tea for the winter. Here are some things I like to make sure we […] Read more…
The Kiddos & Labor {Prepping For Baby}
The first time around, I obviously didn’t give this a second thought. Last time, I barely did. No joke, I called my friend the night before I went into labor and said, “hey, before it gets too late, do you want to hang out with my daughter when I go into labor?” I gave her […] Read more…
Birth Plan & Birth Kit {Prepping for Baby}
Whether you give birth in the hospital or at home, it’s a good idea to be prepared for the type if birth you would like. Keep in mind though, that the unexpected DOES happen and sometimes you will end up with the birth situation that you never dreamed or wanted. And that’s okay–especially if you […] Read more…