If you decided to go with a Disney themed baby nursery, then you are not alone. Disney movies are full of imagination, detailed artwork and amazing quotes that have inspired many beautiful baby nurseries. There are hundreds of baby nursery ideas but Disney has a special place in my heart from my own childhood. Growing …
Before I had my first baby, my friend who was one year ahead of me in motherhood sat me down and dished out everything about that first year. As a first time mom I didn’t really appreciate it as much as I should have because honestly, no amount of shopping or nesting could have prepped …
The United States as a whole has the worst maternal mortality rate of any first world country, but as far as Black women are concerned, we have completely failed. Black women have a maternal mortality rate that is 3-4 times higher than White women during pregnancy, childbirth and postpartum in the United States (CDC). As …
Before your baby arrives, there is a long checklist of things that need to be done. In addition to packing that hospital bag, here are some things to do before your baby arrives that will both ease your mind now and make the newborn period a little easier. The third trimester can also be tough …
With how much stuff I brought to the hospital when I had my first child, I am still surprised at how much I wished I had packed in my hospital bag. And it was all so disorganized, I couldn’t find anything. With my second baby, I was way more prepared. Not only did I bring …
Making a baby registry was one of my favorite parts of being pregnant right along with decorating the nursery. In addition to picking out adorable cute baby things, I needed real tips on how to decide between a 4 in 1 carseat vs. an infant click-in carseat. Or that you might want to consider an …
Once labor and delivery (congrats new mom!) is over, you will be holding in your arms the precious little stranger who will be yours to take care of for the next 18 years. It’s pretty daunting, and new parents understandably have so many questions and anxieties. My favorite part of being a pediatric nurse and …
Whether you are planning a hospital birth or a home birth, an epidural or no epidural, labor can be long and exhausting. It is physically, mentally, and emotionally demanding. While some women do have fast labors, there is no guarantee. First births tend to take longer (even days sometimes) especially if you have to be …
It felt like the only advice I got to prepare toddler for new baby was to get my toddler a gift from baby. Which was great… for helping me through the first five seconds of parenting two. When your second arrives, the hardest part will be your older child. You already know how to care …
From the registry and nursery to medical appointments and hospital tours, there is so much to do during pregnancy. While I tried to use my time wisely while pregnant, I missed out on getting a lot done because I simply didn’t know what to do. Here is the list of tips that will help you …