Tips for Breastfeeding

from the archives. originally posted 10.4.2012 &nbsp One of the things I am most passionate about when it comes to children is breastfeeding if at all possible. I know that in some cases it just does not work out- in fact, I came very close to giving up with my first. After spending 10 days […]

Having a Ball

This post is sponsored by Fruit Shoot Sports Drink, but all opinions (both of the drink and my awesome kids!) are my own. My kids are super, super active. I wish I had half their energy- it literally seems to never end. And in this Texas heat in which we reside, keeping them hydrated is […]

Top 5 Tips for Having a C-section

“My suggestion is that you have a c-section. That’s what I would tell my daughter in your situation,” my doctor told me when I was 38 weeks pregnant with my first baby. I’d just had an ultrasound showing that Landon weighed 11 pounds 4 ounces- with a full 2 weeks to go, and zero dilation! […]

Helping Others in times of Crisis

Our little boy Landon was born in May of 2005. He seemed like a perfectly healthy big boy. Ten pounds, ten ounces, to be exact. The first 24 hours of his life were like a dream, with lots of cuddling and kissing and visitors floating in and out.   However, the next day, his doctors […]

First Day of School 2014 Free Printables

It’s hard to believe that this summer is coming to a close. The first day of school 2014 is a mere three weeks away and our older ones will start 2nd and 4th grade. How did that happen?!? It’s been a nice long summer for us but we’re somewhat ready to get back in a […]

Life of the Party and Delicious Drinks!

Welcome back to this week’s life of the party! I hope you’ve enjoyed finding other fun bloggers to follow! From last week’s party, I’ve gathered up some delicious looking summery drink recipes for you! I’m not wanting to admit that summer is drawing to a close, so let’s draw it out with these, shall we? […]

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