Hola! This is probably what I get asked the most by new moms - How do you exclusively pump? Why do you do it? How does it work? How often do you have to pump? How much do you pump? When I started out, I had no idea what I was doing and pieced together information from internet searches. Here is all of the information you need in one place – what exclusive pumping is, the pros and cons of exclusive pumping vs nursing, and how to exclusively pump breast milk.
Read MoreMy postpartum experience with Zidaan was filled with a lot of surprises. As a first time mom, I didn’t know how real the exhaustion, hormones and postpartum pain could be. The first week hit me hard due to challenges with breastfeeding, lack of sleep and fluctuating hormones. When I found out I was pregnant with Aiyla, I knew I wanted postpartum life to be something I looked forward to.
Read MoreMy little girl is here! Little Aiyla made her appearance this Monday at 11:38 am. My story this time around was a little unexpected and the complete opposite of my labor with my firstborn, Zidaan.
The story starts off on my 37th week appointment last Thursday.
Read MoreWhen I was pregnant with Z, I was still a noob when it came to pregnancy. I was still figuring out what I needed vs. what I wanted. This pregnancy, I’ve been pretty frugal with how much I spend on maternity items.
Read MoreRecently, I had a new mom-to-be reach out to me telling me she's positive she has gotten everything she and her child will need for the next year. She's done her diligent research and she's confident she won't be spending another dollar on baby related items. Bless her heart.
Read MoreI really didn't want to write about this cause the wound's still pretty fresh. Maybe a few weeks from now, leaving my child at home while I go to work will be smooth sailing? Anyhoo, I had several new moms reach out to me asking how it is working with a child at home so now I feel compelled to talk about my experience.
Read MoreI wish I could say everything has been amazing since the day he was born and I wake up every morning with a huge smile on my face ready to take on every hardship motherhood has to offer. While many things are undoubtedly wonderful, a few aspects of postpartum life definitely caught me off guard. Big time.
Read MoreZidaan is 5 weeks old today. It’s hard to believe that my little guy is over a month old already. How time flies!
Read MoreMy sweet pea is here! And I've never been more in love. He made his debut into the world on February 9th. Before I forget details of my labor and delivery, I wanted to write a quick blog on my experience and share with everyone as well!
Read MoreEvery month on the 23rd, I would count how many more months I had to go till I could hold my baby. After today, January 23rd, there is less than a month until my nugget makes his appearance. Holy crap, I need to say that again. One month. Or less than a month.
Read MoreAs I'm getting closer to the end of my pregnancy and finally feeling some of the pains of carrying another life for over 8 months now - I thought I would add a little humor in my long days of getting internally kicked around by a 5 lb chunker by writing this blog
Read MoreEverything from an adorable dessert table with a buffet of beautiful intricate mini desserts to a gorgeous decor table that included a trail mix bar and forest animal cookies, this set up was the perfect combination of rustic and elegance.
Read MoreNot sure if this is just me or lots of other pregnant women, but I've recently noticed I spend much of my day having conversations with myself in my head. Yep, with MYSELF. Aka talking to myself. Asking ridiculous questions.
Read MoreWelcome to my 3 hour pregnancy glucose test! I can’t tell you enough how horrified I am this morning of getting poked 4 times, that nasty sugar drink and no food. Definitely much different and more intense than my one hour glucose test last week.
Read MoreNot sure how this is reality, but I have just about 9 weeks to go till the baby is here. Nine weeks. Single digits, people.
Read MoreThree things: a Dr. Seuss children's book, laughs with family and friends and amazing seafood pasta. That is what this Sunday was all about. I was thrown the most beautiful baby shower to celebrate my baby boy by my sister and mother in law.
Read MoreI can't believe I'm halfway through my 6th month of pregnancy. It's flying by so quickly! This baby bump has definitely popped again and the stretching of all my mid-muscles is getting quite painful. I still can't complain though, cause I've really enjoyed my pregnancy so far and it's been quite a breeze. I finally feel like I’m really pregnant. Like, there's no mistaking it as a sinfully large meal or me being weirdly disproportionate anymore. Thank the Lord. People don't ask me if I'm expecting anymore, they safely assume. Win for this prego!
Read MoreFrom the moment I found out I was expecting to being 23 weeks today – my pregnancy has been a whirlwind of emotions and surprises. Nowadays, we have movies, our mothers, books and the media telling us what our pregnancy should feel like/ will feel like.
Read MoreMost people who know me know I love celebrating everything and anything in life. A gender reveal party, in which we'd learn the sex of our baby at the same time that our family and friends would, seemed like a fun way to celebrate the pregnancy and our blessing to come.
Read MoreI knew I wanted to do one funny announcement picture along with the usual sweet announcements with the ultrasound pictures. I was inspired by a picture I came across on Pinterest.
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