Author: amullins

9 Breastfeeding Myths and Misconceptions

9 Breastfeeding Myths and Misconceptions

We’ve officially celebrated one year of breastfeeding and during that year, I’ve encountered so many myths and misconceptions about nursing.  It still amazes me that one of the most natural functions of the female body is so controversial and so misunderstood.  Don’t get me wrong, 

How You can Afford to Live Off One Income and be a Stay at Home Mom

How You can Afford to Live Off One Income and be a Stay at Home Mom

When I was pregnant with Weston, I had every intention of returning to work after my 12 week maternity leave.  I loved my job and financially, I didn’t really see any other way around it.  We had lots of student loans to pay, a mortgage, 

5 Creative Ways to Document Baby’s First Year

5 Creative Ways to Document Baby’s First Year

Let’s be honest, the days of the old school baby book are gone. No one has time for little stickers that say “baby’s first tooth” or “baby’s first food”. But, of course, we still want to capture all the fun and important milestones of baby’s 

Everything we Actually Used in Baby’s First Year

Everything we Actually Used in Baby’s First Year

When I was pregnant with Weston, I walked into one of those giant baby stores to buy a gift for one of my girlfriends.  The moment I stepped through those automatic doors and was greeted by a luxury stroller that was ON SALE for $900, 

6 Baby Sleep Tips for the Sleep Deprived Mom

6 Baby Sleep Tips for the Sleep Deprived Mom

Hi there, sleepy momma, rocking your baby who is wide awake as your frantically search Google and Pinterest for ways to get your sweet little bundle to close their eyes and go to sleep already.  You are not alone.  I believe scouring the internet for 

Strange Pregnancy Symptoms

Strange Pregnancy Symptoms

20+ Moms Share Their Unusual Pregnancy Symptoms When I was pregnant with Weston, I couldn’t believe how much my entire body was affected by growing a baby.  Every time I asked Doctor Google about a strange symptom I was experiencing, sure enough, it would pop up 

10 Unique Baby Gifts that are Sure to Please

10 Unique Baby Gifts that are Sure to Please

If you’re looking for a super cute gift for that sweet baby in your life, look no further. Here are some adorable gifts that are sure to get some oooh’s and aaah’s. Buff Baby Dumbbell Rattle Can you say adorable?  Watching a little babe hold 

What to Expect in the 4th Trimester

What to Expect in the 4th Trimester

The 4th trimester… you know, the one that no one talks about.  Maybe it’s because the 4th trimester isn’t as beautiful or glamorous as pregnancy, and maybe its because all of our focus instantly goes to baby (probably a combination of both), but moms, we 

Postpartum Fitness Routine – How to get Back in Shape after Baby

Postpartum Fitness Routine – How to get Back in Shape after Baby

Getting back in shape after having a baby isn’t easy. Anyone who tells you it is has been blessed with good genetics (if only we were all so lucky). While it’s difficult for many reasons, I promise you it can be done. All you need 

Pumping Tips and Tricks for the Breastfeeding Mom

Pumping Tips and Tricks for the Breastfeeding Mom

I have a love hate relationship with my breast pump, as I’m sure all breastfeeding mothers do.  I love it because it affords me the opportunity to leave the house without my baby, have a drink when I want to, let daddy take over the