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Formula Feeding on the Go: 5 Essential Tips from a Pro

Inside: Formula feeding almost always means more stuff – more bottles, more cleaning, more mess. But that does NOT mean you have to be house-bound to make it work! Use these 5 essential tips for formula feeding on the go to make running a quick errand or even traveling long-distance with your baby a BREEZE. …

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75+ Cute and Unique Baby Names (Different, but not Weird)

Inside: Looking for baby names that are different, but not weird? You’re sure to find at least a few solid contenders from this list of over 75 cute and unique baby names! Except for our first baby, deciding on a baby name was a struggle for my husband and I. We somehow instantly agreed on …

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20 Best Gifts for A Newly Pregnant Friend (that she’ll actually use)

Inside: Shopping for the perfect gift for a new mom-to-be? These are 20 best gifts for a newly pregnant friend – ones she’ll be sure to use and love! I remember when I found out I was pregnant for the first time. When you’re planning for it and waiting for it and hoping for it, …

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No Motivation During the First Trimester? Use These 9 Tips to Power Through

Inside: Are you six weeks into your pregnancy and all you can think is, “I don’t want to do anything?” You’re not alone! No motivation is an extremely challenging first trimester symptom that doesn’t get enough attention. Try these tips to help you power through – because unfortunately, you still have to get crap done, …

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What Does Postpartum Depression Feel Like? One Mom’s Story

Inside: If you think you have postpartum depression, you’re probably wondering just like I did, “What does postpartum depression feel like”? Here’s what it feels like now, and what it felt like at its worst point, from a mom with postpartum depression who is still experiencing residual symptoms. You never think you’ll be the one …

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How to Manage Pain During Labor: 4 Proven Options

Inside: Wondering how to manage pain during labor? Because you truly cannot predict how you will respond to pain during labor, nor the intensity of the pain, the best way to prepare is to learn about the four most commonly used options today. The wonderful thing about the world around us today is that you …

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How to Store Frozen Breast Milk: A New Mom’s Guide

Inside: Learn how to store frozen breast milk – get all the basics and helpful tips for pumping breast milk, freezing it to maximize storage space, thawing frozen breast milk and how to warm breast milk once it’s thawed. So you’ve figured out breastfeeding – you’re basically a rockstar. You can do hard things, mama! …

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Why I Quit Cry It Out (and I’m so thankful I did)

Inside: I tried Babywise parenting with my first child – schedule feeding, and especially Cry It Out (CIO). When my baby was five-months-old, I finally quit Cry-It-Out, and I’m so glad I did! I like steps. I love plans. And I really love control. And sleep, did I mention sleep? So when someone close to …

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How to Survive Your First Few Weeks with a Newborn

Inside: Your first few weeks with a newborn are magical and intense and exhausting all at the same time. Learn what you and your baby need most, plus 8 essential tips for surviving those first few weeks after birth. A few months ago I experienced what I hope will be my last first few weeks …

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Formula Feeding Tips and Tricks for the New-to-Formula Mom

Inside: Formula feeding tips and tricks from a mom who’s been there. Includes benefits of formula feeding, must-haves, common mistakes to avoid, and formula feeding tips that will make your life as a formula-feeding mama easier. Welcome to the world of formula feeding! Maybe you plan to use formula from day one, or perhaps you …

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