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    Pregnancy

    The Pros and Cons of Cloth Diapering (Real Talk from a Former Fanatic)

    ByBrandi Jarrett March 13, 2022April 7, 2022

    Inside: You’re considering cloth diapers, but wondering if they are really worth the hassle? Then you’ll definitely appreciate this very honest discussion of the pros and cons of cloth diapering – from a mom who used both disposables and cloth diapers. Whether you’re raising a baby on a budget or looking to live more sustainably,…

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    Baby

    How to Get Things Done With a Clingy Baby: 13 Sanity-Saving Ideas

    ByKate Landry March 9, 2022November 25, 2023

    Inside: Surviving clingy babies can feel impossible, especially because you still need to do things like cook and exercise and shower (let alone work). To save your sanity, we’re giving you 13 ideas for how to get things done with a clingy baby. The struggle of trying to get stuff done with a baby… if…

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    Postpartum

    57 Self-Care Quotes for New Moms (to keep you going)

    ByJune Doran March 1, 2022December 28, 2023

    Inside: Taking care of yourself when you’re a brand new mom is HARD. That’s why we’ve compiled this list of self-care quotes for new moms who are EXHAUSTED – to remind you to let go of what doesn’t matter to make room for what does. New moms are the ones who need self-care the most,…

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    Baby Showers | Pregnancy

    17 Things to Do at a Baby Shower Besides Games

    ByKate Landry February 20, 2022March 27, 2025

    Inside: Looking for baby shower activity ideas that are NOT games? We’ve got you covered with plenty of things to do at a baby shower besides games (because let’s be honest – games are probably on their way out). As soon as the ‘We’re Pregnant!” announcement comes, it’s not long before the baby shower plans…

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    Baby Showers | Pregnancy

    Simple Baby Shower Food Ideas on a Budget

    ByAmy Thetford February 7, 2022November 19, 2025

    Inside: You want to host an amazing baby shower, but you don’t want to spend hours preparing or shell out a small fortune? We’ve got you! Here are tips to save money, plus several super simple baby shower food ideas. Planning a baby shower? The costs can add up quickly if you aren’t careful. And…

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    Pregnancy

    The Most Important Things to Discuss Before Baby Arrives

    ByJune Doran February 2, 2022February 28, 2024

    Inside: Co-parenting has incredible benefits, but getting on the same page about everything from sleep to chores can sometimes be a challenge. That’s why we’re sharing nine crucial things to discuss before baby arrives. The more you can have figured out before baby comes, the better! Having a baby can be one of the most…

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    Pregnancy

    Self-Care During Pregnancy: 9 Ideas That Are Super Basic & Inexpensive

    ByHillary Swetz January 24, 2022February 18, 2025

    Inside: Practicing self-care during pregnancy doesn’t need to be extravagant or expensive. The most basic self-care activities during pregnancy can be the most restorative practices that lay the foundation for a happier, healthier motherhood. Many women struggle to practice self-care during pregnancy, and that shouldn’t come as a surprise. It can be easy to lose…

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    Baby Registry | Pregnancy

    Should I Put Diapers on My Baby Registry? What to Consider First

    ByKate Landry January 18, 2022January 4, 2024

    Inside: Wondering if you should put diapers on your baby registry? Before you do, make sure to weigh the pros and cons (and there are a lot of cons). Because free diapers…well, let’s just say, they’re sometimes more trouble than they’re worth. Seems like a crazy question to ask, doesn’t it? Should I put diapers…

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    Baby

    What Baby Stuff Should I Keep? Clear Guidelines For Difficult Decisions

    ByJune Doran January 11, 2022November 25, 2023

    Inside: As your baby grows into a toddler, you’ll probably wonder at some point, “What baby stuff should I keep?” Make difficult decisions easier with this straightforward advice for everything from sentimental items to big, expensive baby items. Let’s face it: having a baby means you need a boatload of items that are in a…

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    Labor

    The Comfiest Going-Home Outfit for Mom After Birth (7 Items to Pack)

    ByAmy Thetford January 8, 2022December 28, 2023

    Inside: You’ve packed the rest of your hospital bag, including baby’s going-home outfit, but you’re wondering what you should pack to wear home from the hospital. We’re sharing seven must-have items for the comfiest going-home outfit for mom after birth. Because hey, you delivered a baby: you deserve comfy. A woman’s body is a beautiful…

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