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Adriana
Feb 5, 20222 min read
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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Adriana
Sep 22, 20215 min read
Beni’s Birth Story
They wheeled me off for an emergency c-section…
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Adriana
Jan 30, 20211 min read
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?
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Adriana
Oct 23, 20203 min read
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...
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Adriana
Oct 8, 20202 min read
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.
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Adriana
Oct 4, 20201 min read
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...
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Adriana
Sep 22, 20201 min read
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...
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Adriana
Sep 5, 20202 min read
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...
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Adriana
Aug 21, 20204 min read
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
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Adriana
Aug 14, 20202 min read
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
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Adriana
Aug 2, 20203 min read
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
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Adriana
Jul 2, 20202 min read
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.
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Adriana
Jun 16, 20203 min read
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
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Adriana
Apr 20, 20202 min read
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.
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Adriana
Apr 8, 20201 min read
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.
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Adriana
Mar 20, 20203 min read
Miku Baby Monitor Review
When I tell you we needed a new baby monitor, I mean, we REALLY needed a new baby monitor.
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Adriana
Feb 27, 20203 min read
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...
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Adriana
Feb 26, 20202 min read
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...
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Adriana
Jan 31, 20204 min read
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...
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Adriana
Jan 27, 20202 min read
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,...
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