Tag: advice
You Can’t Always Be There
When I had my first baby, I experienced what I now know was postpartum anxiety, but at the time, I just thought I had...
Ask a Pediatrician: Keeping Healthy During Fall & Winter Months
Doctor Nicholas Mongillo is a Shelton Pediatrician with decades of experience keeping infants and children (including my rowdy toddlers) healthy. He graciously took the...
To Gender Reveal or Not
"Surprise!" It's a BOY! It's a GIRL!
Some of us may be keen on the idea of waiting until the birth of a child to...
Overscheduled? 5 Tips For Surviving Extracurricular Activities
When my daughter was a toddler, I couldn't wait for her to join some local activities. The little mommy and me gymnastics class -...
Dream Feeds – What They Are and When To Use Them
Have you ever heard the term “dream feed” and wondered exactly what it means? Here’s the scoop on what dream feeds are and aren’t and...
DIY Projects Made Us a Team
As my husband and I grow through the years, we learn new things as a married couple. Parenting is by far one of the...
Admit You’re Happy!
Recently, I learned from a fellow contributor that August was Admit You’re Happy Month. I decided to take on the challenge.
I don’t think the...
Why Sleep Training Didn’t Work For Your Child
Did sleep training not work for your child? Do you feel like you did everything you were supposed to do, but your child never...
Back to School Bucket List for Moms
Back to school is upon us, and I’m met with mixed emotions about my children FINALLY being out of the house for a decent...
Financial Tips for a New Mom
My experience in the banking world showed me the not-so-great things that happen when a mother and partner are not on the same level...