10 Best Water Bottles For Pregnancy Hydration

10 Best Water Bottles For Pregnancy Hydration

A Comparison of Ten Popular Water Bottles for Pregnant Mamas It’s no secret that staying hydrated during pregnancy is absolutely crucial, but – let’s be real – it can be quite a challenge.  Which is why I’m spilling the beans on the secret to hydration success: finding the best water bottle during pregnancy. Trust me,…

Can You Drink Collagen While Pregnant? Unveiling the Truth and Nourishing Your Glow

Can You Drink Collagen While Pregnant? Unveiling the Truth and Nourishing Your Glow

Collagen And Pregnancy: Benefits, Risks, & More Calling all radiant mamas-to-be! Wondering if you can continue to drink collagen while pregnant (without harming your baby)?  If you’re eager to maintain that pregnancy glow, this question has probably crossed your mind.  As a three-time mama myself, I totally understand wanting to nourish your body, yet make…

How to Bathe a Newborn Baby (With Umbilical Cord Still Attached)

How to Bathe a Newborn Baby (With Umbilical Cord Still Attached)

Everything You Need to Know About Baby’s First Bath at Home What‘s better than a freshly bathed newborn? (Not much!) But, while nothing can beat the scent of your baby’s just-washed hair, you might be a little apprehensive about the very first bath at home. Which brings us to today’s topic: how to bathe a…

17 Guilt-Free Starbucks Drinks for Pregnant Women

17 Guilt-Free Starbucks Drinks for Pregnant Women

What Can You Get At Starbucks When Pregnant? Can’t fathom life without your occasional Starbucks fix? Don’t worry, you definitely don’t have to go without, so long as you’re mindful about what’s in your drink. Which is the reason behind today’s post on guilt-free Starbucks drinks for pregnant women. Of course, your baby’s health is…

15 Gifts for New Moms That AREN’T for the Baby

15 Gifts for New Moms That AREN’T for the Baby

Things New Moms Need for Themselves After Birth (That Probably Aren’t on Her Registry) Today, we’re on the hunt for useful gifts for new moms that aren’t for the baby. Things new moms need for themselves, although they might not put them on their gift registry. Let’s be real: she deserves it. Because becoming a…

17 Best Hydration Drinks During Pregnancy (& What to Avoid)

17 Best Hydration Drinks During Pregnancy (& What to Avoid)

Safe Hydration Drink Options For When You’re Pregnant If you’re pregnant and parched, I know exactly how you feel – especially if you’re having a harder time than usual getting fluids down.  But we know that staying hydrated is crucial during pregnancy, and because there are so many beverage options available to us today, it…

9 Simply Charming Succulent Gift Box Ideas

9 Simply Charming Succulent Gift Box Ideas

Gifts for Succulent Lovers on Any Occasion With Mother’s Day just around the corner, I’m sharing a list of my favorite succulent gift box companies, so that you can simply choose your favorite and have it delivered right to her doorstep. (Or to your own door, of course!) It doesn’t get much easier than that!…

Can I Drink Hot Chocolate While Pregnant? Benefits, Risks & More

Can I Drink Hot Chocolate While Pregnant? Benefits, Risks & More

How to Safely Enjoy Drinking Hot Chocolate During Pregnancy Winter is just wrapping up here in Northern Minnesota, but a nice cup of hot chocolate is never out of season. (Just ask my four-year-old!) So, you’re craving something warm and sweet, but not sure if you can drink hot chocolate while pregnant. Don’t worry, you’re…

10 Fun Brain Development Activities for 2-Year-Olds

10 Fun Brain Development Activities for 2-Year-Olds

Simple Learning Activities to Do With Two-Year-Olds Toddlerhood is, by far, my favorite stage in the parenting journey (so far, at least!). This is an incredible time in our kiddos’ lives when they’re learning and growing like crazy. It’s seriously SO MUCH FUN watching the wheels turn in their little minds. Even at a young…