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I bent over today and felt my growing belly filling up a bit more space than I remember feeling a couple of days ago. A little catch in my back and that old familiar round … Continue Reading →
The United States has had negative, that is below replacement level, fertility rates since 1971! 2006 is the first year we birthed enough children to actually grow our population without … Continue Reading →
It seems that we continue to be derelict in our blogging duties. We have had a month (or two) of intense business travel and our family dynamic has changed as well. … Continue Reading →
I recently had 4 impacted wisdom teeth extracted as well as a 5th tooth pulled that was a problem root canal. Getting your wisdom teeth out is always something on … Continue Reading →
Momma is down for a short time, recovering from wisdom teeth removal. While she was out, I “cleaned” up some of the web hosting stuff…. oops. That is why there … Continue Reading →
I recently ran across my baby book and found a breastfeeding instruction sheet that the hospital had given to my mother when I was born. This was back in the … Continue Reading →
Here are the Recommended Dietary Allowances (RDAs) of some nutrients for nonpregnant, pregnant, and nursing women between the ages of 25 and 50. Non-Pregnant Pregnant Nursing (to 6 mos.) Calories … Continue Reading →
I read this really awesome birth story and thought I would post it. Thanks Carolyn for giving me permission to use your story on my blog. Many prayers and blessings … Continue Reading →
Actually this is Annabelle amid our books. Annabelle is almost 3 weeks old and only has one book so far — A is For Annabelle by Tasha Tudor (thanks Carpenters … Continue Reading →
In my last post about post-partum afterpains, I forgot to mention two tips my midwife informed me about that will help prevent or decrease postpartum afterpains. 1.) Keep your bladder … Continue Reading →