Oh, the dreaded "what's for dinner" question - as asked by me, not my husband. You see, I haven't been to the grocery store lately, and I really don't want to go tonight. Doing the dishes is also something I do not want to do tonight. But I'm hungry. And takeout is not an option. Because I'm trying to look fabulous, not frumpy. Mmkay? So, in procrastination of food … [Read more...] about The Dreaded “What’s For Dinner” Question
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Parenting Hack: How to Warm a Bottle and Get Your Caffeine Fix at the Same Time
As parents of tiny humans, we all know how difficult it is to get the day started. It's especially hard when you have a little person with an attitude like this: I mean, how exactly am I supposed to get ANYTHING done when something so cute and so sassy demands my attention? Well, it's a challenge. But there are things that need to be done. Like eating. Cleaning. Crying. … [Read more...] about Parenting Hack: How to Warm a Bottle and Get Your Caffeine Fix at the Same Time
Going Shopping Alone, at Target, with a Newborn
Ok, so maybe I didn't go "alone" because, technically, Clark was with me. But, truthfully, he wasn't much help. Actually, he was more of a nuisance. Tightly pressed against my belly and chest in his Beco baby carrier, Clark decided to grunt, squirm, and squeal when most inappropriate (ex: when I was trying to pick out panties. Embarrassing). Since I haven't purchased any … [Read more...] about Going Shopping Alone, at Target, with a Newborn
Should I Use Breast Milk to Treat an Eye Infection?
"Ha! There is no squirting milk in her eye! You are ridiculous! I am gonna go out on a limb here and say you must be first time mom that rushes your child to the dr for everything! Thanks for the laugh though!" The above quote is a recent attempt to shame me for suggesting that a new mom contact her pediatrician to treat her baby's eye infection. Yes, ladies, you interpreted … [Read more...] about Should I Use Breast Milk to Treat an Eye Infection?
KellyMom Strikes Again: Smoking and Breastfeeding
"First of all, a mom who can’t stop smoking should breastfeed." No, this isn't a joke or sarcastic remark. This is an actual quote from the "Breastfeeding and Cigarette Smoking" page on KellyMom.com. And it's just one (of MANY) reasons that women should stop trusting KellyMom as a valid resource for breastfeeding. I don't know why what I'm about to say is a … [Read more...] about KellyMom Strikes Again: Smoking and Breastfeeding