Kristen Bergeron is a freelance writer from Florida. In addition to writing, she is a wife, mother of two beautiful girls, Hadley and Scarlett, and a part-time photographer. After overcoming infertility and having two successful IVF cycles, she’s made it a personal goal to help educate men and women on the realities of fertility struggles. She is passionate about supporting fellow women who are trying to navigate the complicated world of conception, pregnancy, and learning to be the best mothers we can be.
Am I Ready to Have Another Baby? 15 Questions to Ask First
Our second baby was a planned surprise. Sounds oxymoronic, doesn’t it? We knew we’d have to undergo in vitro fertilization (IVF) to get pregnant and weren’t sure how long the process would take. While I found myself asking the question, “Am I ready to have another baby?” I was also scared the first round or […]
50+ Popular First Chapter Books for Kids (Including Series’, Too!)
I had a heartbreaking realization the other day. My soon-to-be eight-year-old no longer seems interested in her beloved copies of books like “Goodnight Moon,” “The Very Hungry Caterpillar,” or even “Where the Wild Things Are!” Instead of reading her the stories I found during my quest to find the best books for babies and toddlers, […]
Our Top 17 Tips for Managing Stress While TTC
Sex is supposed to be fun… right? So, why is it that when we start trying to have babies, getting in the sheets suddenly becomes an all-consuming job instead of an enjoyable experience? It’s likely because most of us know little about managing stress while TTC (trying to conceive). Despite a seemingly endless collection of […]
TTC with Endometriosis: Is Starting a Family Possible?
I once read an article about how different people describe what endometriosis feels like. Dr. Sallie Sarrel, a pelvic physical therapist in New York and New Jersey, says this: “…Endometriosis pain is like a gut-wrenching bomb that goes off in your insides. Its shrapnel tortures you physically, emotionally, and financially forever.” If you’ve never experienced […]
The Witching Hour and Your Baby: A Survival Guide for Parents
In our house, the hours between 5 and 7 were a very witching time of night after our eldest was born. No, I’m not talking about demonic activity and exorcisms–I’m talking about nonstop screaming, cluster feedings, and a seemingly unappeasable newborn. Then again, when you’re in the thick of the witching hour with your baby, […]
What Are Baby Blues: Understanding Your Emotions After a New Baby
Picture this: you’re holding your new baby in the first couple of days after birth, and tears begin to fall. You have no idea why this is happening because nothing is technically wrong. While it would be easy to brush them off as “happy tears” that you just don’t quite understand, this isn’t always true. […]
15 Stylish Pairs of Maternity Work Pants to Rock During Pregnancy
During my pre-pregnancy days, I dreamed of the moment I’d get to dress my bump in adorable clothes. I couldn’t wait to buy flowy maternity dresses, form-fitting pregnancy tops, and a cute maternity swimsuit. What I forgot to consider is that I’d need to buy maternity work pants, too. And what I learned is that […]
Your Guide to the Best Maternity Pants for Every Situation
Please tell me I’m not the only person who HATES shopping for pants. I can go to the store and load up on shirts, dresses, and loungewear, but buying pants is the bane of my existence. And during pregnancy, maternity pants were no exception! While shirts and dresses are more universal, there are too many […]