by Jennifer | Sep 24, 2019 | Parenthood, Toddlerhood
Every once in a while, I have a moment where I sit back, pat myself on the back, and go “Man, I did good!” Often, that moment is a brief flicker before the next parenting challenge, but I relish it while it lasts. Side note: I fully give each and every one...
by Jennifer | Sep 20, 2019 | Advocacy, Parenthood
Since becoming a mom, I’ve enjoyed participating in several Facebook mom groups. They’ve built me up, answered questions about all manner of new mom puzzles, and even made me laugh on a bad day. One day I noticed a disturbing trend as I was scrolling...
by Jennifer | Sep 19, 2019 | Health, Postpartum, The First Year
Sometimes, it’s the little things that matter most. No, I’m not talking about the little profound things like holding the ones you love and making carefree, simple memories as a family. Oh sure, there’s value to be found in those moments, but before...
by Jennifer | Sep 17, 2019 | Breastfeeding, Pregnancy and Childbirth, Product Recommendations, The First Year
If you’ve never breastfeed a baby before, you may be wondering what exactly you will need to make the journey a success. While you don’t need much more than yourself and your baby in the early days, there are also a few useful items it may be worth adding...
by Jennifer | Sep 17, 2019 | Pregnancy and Childbirth, Product Recommendations, The First Year
You’re standing in the foyer of Buy Buy Baby, Target, or another baby registry mecca of your choice, registry checklist in hand. Your palms start sweating, you have to pee (again), and you don’t even know where to start scanning. Even with that handy...
by Jennifer | Sep 11, 2019 | 5 Minute Blogging, Letters to my Son
Dear Little Dude and Tank, I turned 18 in August of 2001, about a week before I eagerly packed up my belongings and moved into my very first dorm room at the University of Florida. Little did I know that my freshman year would be marked by several tragedies. Less than...
by Jennifer | Aug 20, 2019 | Breastfeeding, Postpartum, The First Year
I make no secret of my struggles with my first breastfeeding journey. As with anything else, it’s not the struggle itself, but what you do with the lessons you learn that makes the difference. So this time, I’ve made small changes – things I...
by Jennifer | Aug 12, 2019 | 5 Minute Blogging
Right now, I’m living one day at a time. I wanted to post something for World Breastfeeding Week. I wanted to send my support out for all those moms on their breastfeeding journies who maybe needed the solidarity. But there were also two mass shootings within 24...
by Jennifer | Aug 1, 2019 | 5 Minute Blogging, Product Recommendations, Things That Inspire
When we follow public figures, it’s easy to forget that underneath her accomplishments, accolades, and spoken words is a human being with her own share of struggles and insecurities. That’s why it’s so refreshing when a public figure tears down the...
by Jennifer | Jul 31, 2019 | 5 Minute Blogging, Parenthood, Product Recommendations
Things I’m learning this week: It’s always, always a good thing to get yourself out of your comfort zone. Always be willing to accept and admit you were wrong and quick to judge. I took a plunge this week and started an Usborne Books & More business....
