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Quitters. I hear it all the time, from real-life friends and readers at Kitchen Stewardship®: “I tried that babywearing stuff, but my baby just didn’t like it. It wasn’t worth the fussing, so I just gave up.” Breaks my heart. Those same mamas will often admit their struggles with getting things done around the house, […]
I hate being wrong. Such a shame it happens SO often. You’d think I’d be used to it by now, but it still stings! When I posted a video recently on Facebook of how I used a ring sling at church to make life easier, I wasn’t really trying to teach anything, but I was
5 Unpopular Reasons to Jump into Babywearing with Both Feet Read More »
I didn’t even know what to look for when I first had kids. I remember religiously using only the “baby” lotion that we had gotten at our shower on my own hands when I had a newborn because I figured I would be touching his body and didn’t want to “contaminate” him with harmful chemicals
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“Back to Sleep,” we were told when our oldest was born in 2005. The pamphlets and posters were everywhere, instructing bleary-eyed parents to place their infants *only* on their backs for sleep, because research had shown that the position decreased Sudden Infant Death Syndrome. Your baby, dying in their sleep? What could be more terrifying?
Just this morning I had a cute baby on my lap, typing away, when I heard the telltale putter of a BM in action. It didn’t sound ominous at all, just average size, maybe even on the small end of the spectrum, not too forceful. Still, wise mama that I am, I wasn’t about to
The Only Cloth Diaper I Bothered Buying (BEST Brand Newborn to Toddler!) Read More »
Cloth diapering is a great eco-friendly and potentially budget-saving tactic many parents are embracing, but what about cloth diapering newborns? Are there more pros or cons to using cloth diapers on newborns? Everyone says not to cloth diaper newborns. Now if you’re a super rebellious person, that might be reason enough for ya. But if
5 Reasons You Should Definitely Cloth Diaper Your Newborn Read More »
On day four of Gabe’s life, we found ourselves in the emergency room getting a quick blood test for bilirubin levels. The kid hadn’t had a bowel movement for 40 hours and was looking a little yellow, and since it was a weekend and labs were closed, the ER was our only option to make
Risks and Benefits of the Vitamin K Shot vs. Oral Dose for Newborns Read More »
Two-month-old’s giggles may just cure cancer and create world peace, my husband quipped the other day. We’re in the baby giggles stage now, those amazingly heart-melting “hyuk-hyuks” parents are rewarded with when we smile and laugh with baby, nuzzle his neck with our kisses and tickle his belly. Yes, dear reader, babies do bring joy
Giving Birth at Home: Pros and Cons of our Homebirth Decision Read More »
It’s the Most Snackiest Time of the Year! This time of year always stretches my creativity when it comes to surviving the marathon of holiday events, family gatherings, Christmas potlucks, and crazy schedules. When it comes to navigating the holiday busyness with our little ones, I find that snacks can be the make-or-break difference –
Time & Budget Busters: 6 Snack Foods You Should Make At Home (And 6 You Should Buy) Read More »
I sure made you wait a long time for part 2! I would say it’s appropriate because I had to wait to meet this baby, but he was only (barely) a day overdue, so that would be quite the exaggeration. Life (and editorial calendars) march on…but now I’m back! Be sure to start with part
Surprises, Being Wrong and Discovering a Name (Birth Story, Part 2) Read More »
Ah…baby number four. Poor child has almost no chance of having a baby book – maybe a baby folder with a few things tossed haphazardly in it? – but at least, because his mom’s a writer online, he’ll have a very complete record of his own birth story. ‘Cause that’s super important when you’re a
Mac and Cheese and Having a Baby (Birth Story, Part One) Read More »
Magnesium spray for morning sickness… does it help? Magnesium for morning sickness is worth trying if you’re down for the count! Magnesium may help alleviate nausea and other morning sickness symptoms. The following is a guest post from Emilie from The Toups Address. Morning Sickness Nausea Down for the Count That’s where I live during
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First time parents quickly realize that suddenly being thrown into THIS new job – no training, no breaks, no going home at the end of the day to decompress and refresh – likely has the steepest learning curve they’ve ever experienced. It can be totally overwhelming just sustaining the new little life, let alone realizing
I went into my first labor like a warrior to battle, out to defeat the evil enterprises of medicine that would try to make me take drugs, have repeated interventions and cause my birth to be stressful instead of relaxed, medical instead of natural and healthy. Turns out I was actually pleasantly surprised that my
Labor, Delivery, and Saying "NO"–5 More Interventions We Refuse Read More »
Last week when I shared 5 Prenatal Standards That I Refuse, the conversation, if I can call it that, got a little heated on social media and I hadn’t even mentioned the orange glucose drink yet. Some folks were up in arms that I would say no to my doctor about anything, apparently, or they
Guess How Many Times This Pregnant Mama Has Consumed That Orange Glucose Test Drink? Read More »
To be a good parent, you’ll quickly find that you have to say “NO” an awful lot. I was surprised to find when first pregnant that the fine art of NO actually starts well before the child even leaves the confines of the womb and has nothing to do with discipline. If you want to
You Can Say NO to Your Doctor – 5 Standards We Refuse in the Womb Read More »
My children, at the young ages of 5, 3, and 1, are little mirrors of the passion I have for cooking. They jump at any chance to do it, and cling to every word as I talk about seasoning, cooking technique, and fresh nourishing foods. I appreciate this as I want these children to grow
Involving Young Kids in the Kitchen (Beyond Stirring) Read More »
Do you have a picky eater? Are meal times a battle? Before you get frustrated and assume your child is just strong-willed, take a closer look at what is really going on. Yes, some kids truly do like to feel in control and may assert this behavior at meal times. In that case it is
This is a guest post from Taryn Nergaard—she’s a mother of three who clearly knows her stuff. I hope you enjoy this post as much as I have. (Katie) Screaming… yelling… threatening… crying… All things you may expect to hear outside a bar at 3am. Not exactly what you would expect your dinner table atmosphere
6 Ways to Encourage Your Child to Love Vegetables {GUEST POST} Read More »
Can gluten cause behavioral symptoms? Is there a link between food and autism? When my eleven year old son was diagnosed with High Functioning Autism last year, I had no idea how much the everyday details of our life would change. He had been struggling and exhibiting signs for years, so I wasn’t surprised by
