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Make Travel with Baby Easier [Best Baby Travel Tips]

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Traveling with a baby can strike fear into the hearts of even the most experienced parents. Whether it’s a brief road trip or a transatlantic flight, so many unknowns [and so much anxiety!] are involved in the process. Our first “big” trip with Colton was to Disney World, and I learned so much from just that one trip. Since we got that first trip out of the way, things have gone so much smoother. [Hopefully I’m not jinxing myself by saying that!] If you’re planning travel with your little one, read on for my best tips on how to make travel with Baby easier…

Toddlers, Babies, Home, Pregnancy

How to Design a Sibling-Friendly Nursery

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When we found out Baby Blair was on the way, we knew we’d have to do some rearranging. Previously, Colton was using what is now Blair’s room as his playroom. I didn’t want Colton to feel too displaced, plus I knew we’d all be spending a lot of time in the nursery anyway. So, I began thinking of how to design a sibling-friendly nursery…

Babies, Gifts, Toddlers

Grocery Shopping with a Newborn and Toddler

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I used to think it was scary to take one child grocery shopping. Then I had two.

Going to the grocery store is one of my least favorite errands. Add two kids in the mix and… yeah, not interested. But my family has to eat, so I had to figure out a way to get everyone to and from the store with minimal complaint. If you’re facing the prospect of grocery shopping with a newborn and toddler, read on for my best survival advice.

Babies, Gifts, Pregnancy, Toddlers

The Best Baby Sleep Hacks from a Mom of 2

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Sleep. Is there anything a new parent wants more? Sleep deprivation is real, mamas. I know, because I’m in the thick of it right now [so please pardon any typos, alright?]. But after having two babies, one of which had severe reflux, I’ve picked up a few baby sleep hacks along the way. Here are my best tips on how to get a baby to sleep…

Babies, Pregnancy

VBAC Success Story [Baby Girl’s Birth Story]

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We are overjoyed to share that our sweet baby girl is here! Blair Karmen was born on July 20, 2017 at 5:07 p.m after 18 hours of labor. I’ve always enjoyed reading birth stories, and now I want to share my own VBAC success story. Blair’s birth was exhausting, redemptive, and oh so amazing. Here is the story of Blair’s journey to the world.