I spent the night of September 15 with tears streaming down my face. I was holding our last baby -- MY last baby -- on the eve of her first birthday. In addition to the usual "oh-my-gosh-my-baby-is-getting-older-where-has-the-time-gone" feelings, I...
Today I light five candles in honor of our five babies born into heaven. It has been almost three years since the first time we lost a baby and barely a year since we lost our little girl. I...
Meet Sean. He is my fourth (and final) baby. He is so adorable, right?!
He is nine months old now. He laughs a lot. Smiles a lot. Sleeps a lot when he feels like it. He is one happy little...
Dearest Friends and Family,
Thank you for loving me and accepting me without even meeting me. My parents kind of have to do that, but you have a choice. And I am grateful that you chose to like me. I...
In Part 1 of "Basking Babies Supports Moms," I shared why working with Angela Swieter with Basking Babies, LLC is a win-win for any new or seasoned mama. In Part 2, I shared my personal experience with Angela's assistance...
In Part 1 of "Basking Babies Supports Moms," I shared why working with Angela Swieter with Basking Babies, LLC is a win-win for any new or seasoned mama. In this post I'll share my personal experience with Angela's assistance...
I shared our big news with you all in my post last month -- this eggo is preggo for the fourth time around and we couldn't be more excited! However, I would be lying if I told you we...
I knew it would be one of the more labor-intensive decisions I would make as a parent. I wanted to take my time, do research, ask friends questions and for recommendations, and find just the right place for my...
August 1-7 is World Breastfeeding Week, and the theme for 2015 is Breastfeeding and Work: Let's Make It Work!
There is only one time a year when I am willingly ready to resemble a cow. And you can bet there's...
August 1-7 is World Breastfeeding Week, and the theme for 2015 is Breastfeeding and Work: Let's Make It Work!
I don’t think anyone will tell you that breastfeeding is easy. Sure, it gets easier, but I wouldn’t say that it’s ever...
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Summer Programs at The Little White Schoolhouse
Keep your kids engaged with learning during the summer with Jump Start at The Little White Schoolhouse in Ankeny, Iowa. It is designed to...
