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Thirteen years ago, when the nurses handed me my first baby, I remember thinking, Wait… y’all are just gonna let me leave? With a whole-ass human? I don’t know shit about newborns! I fully expected some kind of test—like a car seat check, but for parenting. Spoiler alert: no one gave me a test. They wheeled me […]

The fourth trimester. Navigaiting motherhood in the first 3 months

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Ah, Daylight Saving Time—the twice-a-year event that throws everyone’s sleep into chaos. On the second Sunday in March (yep, March 10, 2024, this time), we “spring forward” and lose an hour of sleep. If you’re worried about Daylight Saving sleep tips for your baby, don’t panic! With a little prep, you can help them adjust smoothly. But […]

Newborn sleepoing in crib

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Pregnancy is an exciting and transformative journey. Recognizing the early signs of pregnancy can help you take the next steps with confidence. In this blog, we’ll cover the physical symptoms of early pregnancy, recommend the best over-the-counter tests, and highlight local resources for pregnancy testing. Physical Symptoms of Early Signs of Pregnancy: What to Watch […]

A woman smiling as she looks at a positive pregnancy test in her hands, symbolizing the start of her pregnancy journey

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Are you ready to shop for new furniture, or is your child letting you know it’s time?  If you are like most families, the move from crib to bed feels fast. One day your child is sleeping soundly and waits in the morning to be lifted out, and the next, your little one is toppling […]

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