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Pregnancy/Birth/Postpartum FAQs
Ya’ll! I am blown away! This pregnancy is flying by and every time I share that I am ___ weeks pregnant it just has me all in disbelief. I never expected ten years ago that I would be well into my fifth pregnancy. I seriously never even thought about my life as a “mom” and now that is all I think about. I love the chapter of life that changed me as a woman forever and I cannot believe that my oldest is seven years old. That means that I’ve basically been pregnant for the last 8 years since I’ve had them all so close in age. Derrek and I…
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Why I made a commitment to take CBD daily
For the last few months, I did an experiment on myself. I tried CBD during my postpartum because I felt like I was drowning. And guess what… it helped me remember that I knew how to swim. Never in a million years would I think that I would be sitting here, writing a love letter about CBD but here I am, a TRUE believer of what it can do for us because I have seen it first hand since my sixth baby was born. I’ll explain… my husband picked up A LOT of jobs this summer, I am thankful that he was able to do that to help us financially…
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Why Encapsulating My Placenta Was A Non Negotiable
When I had my first baby, I had no idea what was in store for me. I also didn’t know about the fourth trimester. This one is all about mommy. Alongside dealing with body issues like postpartum bleeding, cramping, sore and engorged boobs, it’s also a time to worry about maintaining sanity and resting so the body can heal. The next few months are crucial as a new or once again mom because they set the tone for YOU. When I first had Nolan, I had no idea about natural ways to fight post partum depression and remember nights/early mornings up with a crying baby wondering how was I ever…
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My Top 3 Favorite Nursing Bra Brands
I’ve nursed six babies. That’s countless hours that I’ve had to make sure there is easy access to milk. I think it’s pretty easy to say that investing in high quality nursing bras is important. Think about how often (if you’re nursing) you will wear one. Don’t worry, I’ll wait. With comfort and quality in mind, I’ve rounded up my all time top 3 favorite nursing bras. Each of these keep me from spilling out while remaining comfortable and breathable. I also like that they aren’t bulky and don’t make me feel like I’m wearing an old school padded bra like my grandma! Click this link to shop my favorite…
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Why I Suggest All Breastfeeding Moms Use a HAAKKAA
If you’re about to have a baby or just had a baby and nursing, then I strongly urge you use a HAAKAA milk catcher when you’re nursing. The HAAKKAA is made for breastfeeding and pumping moms. I’ve used it with my last three babies and WOW it has really been a major perk while postpartum and wanting to start a milk supply but not wanting to pump. It is perfect for those who have baby latched to one side, and are experiencing a let down on the other side. I always attach to my other breast while nursing and then take the collected milk and store it in the freezer.…
