I remember quite clearly a discussion I had with Julie before Chloe was born. We were talking about how we’d raise our kids – the attitudes we’d take, our style of parenting. I said to Julie: “Don’t
Continue reading“Enjoy these early days. They go so fast” Ha. If I had a nickle for every time someone said that to me in the newborn days. In fairness, some people didn’t know my daughter had colic.
Continue reading“Is He a Good Baby?” As a new mother of a seemingly “good baby” I was happy to answer this question. “Oh Yes he is! He doesn’t cry very much… mostly he just sleeps in my lap
Continue readingSometimes I really wonder how we made it through. Sometimes I look back on those days and wonder how I managed to come out on the other side with my sanity and my marriage intact. But here we are, 2.5
Continue readingI don’t think I can just sit here and write an overview of what those first several months were like. Because I don’t think there are words that can accurately articulate the day to day torment.
Continue readingUsing positive labels to describe our spirited child is not only good for them, but it can actually change the way we perceive their behaviors, and even the way we feel about them. If we are constantly
Continue readingMy daughter is now 7 months old, born after years of infertility. She was conceived through IVF after several attempts with all kinds of methods. In October of last year my cervix had opened prematurely
Continue readingI get defensive when it comes to my experience with my newborns. My daughter Abigail had colic, and my son, Zachary, we called Abby-lite in the early days. He was as fussy as a baby can be without being
Continue readingI am a stay at home mom to Lauren (15), Jacob (2) and Lucas (7 months). My first 2 babies were a dream; I thought I knew how to take care of any issue that came along…until Luke arrived. He was great
Continue readingFor mothers and fathers who are trying to cope with a very colicky baby, the best thing you can do to lower your frustration and anxiety is to accept your child for who she is. Sounds easy enough, right? Who
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