Pregnancy
Financial Wellness For New Parents: How Much To Save For Baby and Beyond
I wish I could tell you that family financial well-being was as simple as knowing how much to save for baby gear or finding affordable childcare, but with a little time and attention, it can totally transform those early years of parenting. Among new parents, over half regret not making critical financial changes during their […]
Our Top 30+ Pregnancy-Safe Skincare Products for Expecting Moms
Do you know that “pregnancy glow” many people rave about? We hate to be the bearer of bad news, but that’s not something that happens to everyone. Achieving a magical, mythical radiance while expecting isn’t as simple as you might think, nor is finding pregnancy-safe skincare you can trust. There are many things to keep […]
Maternal Mental Health Matters: Safe Antidepressants in Pregnancy
I have a strong history of anxiety, but when I was pregnant with my son Jack, I wasn’t medicated for it. I lost 4 pregnancies before Jack was born and, quite frankly, I was terrified to do anything while he was inside my body–speed bumps scared me; the idea of drinking a cup of coffee […]
Dressing Your Bump: Creating a Stylish Plus-Size Pregnancy Wardrobe
Listen, I know many people love shopping, but buying new clothes can be annoying and stressful, especially when dressing a quickly growing baby bump! As if finding the right items for your belly wasn’t challenging enough, finding stylish options for a plus-size pregnancy wardrobe can feel even more difficult! Society makes living in a plus-size […]
The Best Prenatal Vitamins for Pregnancy in 2023
Do you remember when you were a kid and the extent of your vitamin regimen involved a chalky chewable that resembled a cartoon caveman from the 1960s? Unfortunately, choosing your prenatals isn’t as easy as popping your morning Flintstone vitamins. So how do you choose the best prenatal vitamins for pregnancy and trying to conceive? […]
Baby on a Budget: A Frugal Mom’s Tips for Enjoying Your Baby’s First Year
With the price of baby goods on the rise, having a baby on a budget seems like an impossible task, but parents who avoid confronting these expenses are at risk of greater stress and anxiety. Taking charge of your baby budget and staying on track is not only a major confidence boost, but financial mastery […]
Sick While Expecting? Try These Safe Cold Medications for Pregnancy
Sometimes, we forget that “normal sick” is still a thing during pregnancy…at least I did! I was so focused on things like early pregnancy signs and basic morning sickness symptoms that I was slightly taken aback when I got a run-of-the-mill sinus infection. Let’s remember, though, just because we’re dealing with these like morning sickness, […]
Diaper Bag Essentials (What to Pack, Skip, and Never Forget!)
I still remember the thrill of packing my diaper bag for the first time while I was getting ready for our baby. It felt like such a huge milestone–she was about to actually be earth-side! I delicately gathered and organized every item I was sure our little one would need, along with a few goodies […]