Our 4 Month Sleep "Regression"
Some experts will call it a regression while others call it a progression. But why? I think it's important to say that one isn't better than
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Why I Left A 6 Figure Corporate Job
The last 2 years have been a roller coaster. If you've been following with me alongside my journey you know that more often than not,...
Beni’s Birth Story
They wheeled me off for an emergency c-section…
Book Repetition + Your Kiddos Brain
Did you know that reading the same book over and over again yields some amazing benefits to your little one?
Breastfeeding Weaning - Phase II
You may remember that I started weaning Stella from the middle-of-the-night feedings at 15 months postpartum. Once we tackled that, we...
Postpartum Sex and Intimacy Are Challenging
Let’s not get it twisted, sex isn’t the same thing as intimacy and sex after baby can be scary. I was super nervous.
Why Boredom Is Good For Your Kiddo
Is it okay for my child to be bored? The short answer; Yes! And let me tell you why. Free time leads to unstructured play, which is...
Another Baby-On-Board Gift Ideas
We’ve been talking about trying for baby #2 for a while now. 6/7 months to be exact, but then Covid hit and we decided to put that on...
Mom Guilt & How To Cope
I have to be honest. I need a break sometimes but I’m too proud to take it. I think Stella will cry and miss me. I think she won’t be as...
Balancing Breastfeeding with Work
Breastfeeding is already hard work and it can be pretty confusing deciding whether to continue it when returning to the workplace
Breastfeeding and Weight Gain
Breastfeed they said. You'll lose weight they said. Well, they were right. At least in my case. I did lose weight quickly, almost immedia
Your Baby's Digestive System & Solids
our child might be showing an interest in foods at an early age, but that does NOT mean that you should give them a taste. Their digestive s
Our 2-1 Nap Transition Journey
Once I figured out she was just transitioning and not being a cranky toddler who just didn't want to sleep, it made things much easier.
Breastfeeding Weaning - Phase I
On June 8th, I decided to stop breastfeeding at night in an effort for all of us to GET MORE SLEEP. I was always reluctant to do it before b
Proven Clean Beauty - Derma E
For years my skincare regiment has been to wash with an over-the-counter soft scrub gel and moisturize with coconut oil.
What I Actually Used from My Hospital Bag
In my 4-day hospital stay, all I really used while I was in bed was my phone charger.
Miku Baby Monitor Review
When I tell you we needed a new baby monitor, I mean, we REALLY needed a new baby monitor.
A Day In The Life of A Working/Breastfeeding Mom
I decided to write this very personal article to document what exactly a working mom who is breastfeeding and/or pumping goes through. I...
My Colugo Strollers Review
OK, so if you've been following my Instagram, you know that I recently reached out to my followers to get your thoughts on the best...
Is Not Sleeping Normal For The Breastfeeding Mama?
Wow! Time sure does fly by when you're having fun. It does so even when you're tired, struggling, and looking for encouragement. Time is...
World Breast Pumping Day
Every time I turn on my social media I feel like there is another day being celebrated for something. I don't participate in them all,...
My 10 Month Struggle
10 months of no sleep
Vaginal Health. Why It's So Important.
If you asked me two years ago if I would be talking about vaginal health, I would have told you to get lost. Yet, here I am getting ready...
Hand Compression To The Rescue!
I get asked all of the time questions like "how can I increase my milk supply"?, "how can I make my milk fattier"?, "how can I avoid...
How To Help the EBF Baby Sleep Better
by Ashley Rizzo Diaper is changed, jammies are on, baby is nursed, and now it’s time to get some sleep, right? Wrong! Before you know it,...
The 3 S’s of a Successful Bedtime Routine
Are you thinking, “it’s a bedtime routine, lady! How hard can it be?” I hear you, girl, but let me tell you, there is more to it than...
Pumping, Storing, & Transporting Breast Milk During Hurricane.
Pumping, Storing, & Transporting Breast Milk During Hurricane.
How To Protect Baby In The Sun
3 Quick Tips to Protect Baby In The Sun
How To Prepare To Go Back To Work After Maternity Leave
Going back to work has been a day I've been dreading since I gave birth to Stella. The unavoidable first day back to work. It's been...
To Cry It Out or Not To Cry It Out
Cry It Out Debunked
Our Bottle vs Nipple Struggle
It's late May and here we are almost 12 weeks in, you guys! Everything has been going so great. Stella is breastfeeding. I've been...
The Mother's Day Gift Guide That Never Expires
The Ultimate Mother's Day Gift Guide
Sleep Like a Kid
Did you know that May is Better Sleep Month? Neither did I until I became a mom and now sleep is always on my mind. I’m thinking, how can...
To Vaccinate or Not To Vaccinate
Deciding to vaccinate has been a big topic of conversation in my house since we decided to have a baby. You see, I grew up very...
8 Week Update. We Made it!
We are officially at the 2 month mark! Woohoo! Happy birthday baby! They say it gets easier from here. I am watching the clock. It's...
5 Simple Tips to Help Your Newborn Sleep
There’s not that much written about newborn sleep strategies because the reality is that sleep comes second at this stage, tailing behind...
The 4th Trimester. What They Don’t Tell You.
You’ve gone through 9 months of pregnancy. Some of us were lucky enough to have it easy. Others really go through it and sacrifice a lot...
2 Week Postpartum Update
It’s officially 2 weeks since this peanut graced our lives with her snuggles! It’s been a personal goal to #breastfeed her for at least a...
My Birth Story
I did it! I gave birth and I'm not as shaken as I thought I would be! Patting myself on the back right now. It's been one week and there...
What Moms Really Want on Valentine's Day.
It wasn't too long ago when I was furiously searching for that perfect outfit that hugged my hips just right, shoes that would not be...
My Birth Plan. Planning for Labor & Delivery
I'm about to pop! At least I feel that way at 36 weeks! I have so many questions about labor and delivery and have gotten som very...
My 32-Week Scare
We are in the home stretch my 4 F'ers! I am officially 32 weeks and I can feel my #babybump growing by the day with every stretch and...
Baby Registry Review
Okay so you're about to have a baby and you're in nesting mode. You've been researching which items you need and want and get...
How I Deal With Achy Muscles And Bones While Pregnant
Ok, so you've heard me say how everything is perfect and I'm so lucky to have such an easy pregnancy. While that is still true, I am...
5 Pre-Pregnancy Tips
If you've kept up with my Instagram stories, you have heard me talk about my journey and what I believe has led it to be a very easy and...
My Growing Belly Essentials
Every expecting mom needs some go-to essentials to keep her comfortable and moisturized. This morning I woke up and rolled over to side...
The Ultimate Holiday Gift Guide For New Moms
If you're wondering what to get the new mom or expecting mom, I put together a gift guide with some items that she is sure to love....
We're Preggo!
Yes, you read that right. We are expecting! Crazy to think how we are going to be parents in a few short months. This is a decision we...