Baby’s First Words

Baby’s First Words

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Lily had an appointment with her pediatrician a little almost two months ago. At every appointment they ask you things like "Is she rolling over yet?" or "Is she making mama or dada sounds yet?" When they asked if she was making mama and … [Read more...]

More Outrageous Breastfeeding Controversy

More Outrageous Breastfeeding Controversy

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I have shared my thoughts on breastfeeding in public before, however in light of recent events I definitely have more to say. Recently a woman was kicked out of a Hollister store for breastfeeding her child. Reports say she was sitting on a bench … [Read more...]

Going Back to Work After Maternity Leave

Going Back to Work After Maternity Leave

Lily and Me Photo 11.19.2012

We all knew this day had to come. I had to return to work! I started a new part-time job and had to leave Lily for a full eight-hour shift. I have been so busy lately I have not had much time to think about being upset over going back to work. I … [Read more...]

Each generation has something that gains acceptance eventually.

Each generation has something that gains acceptance eventually.

Lily and Me Photo 11.13.2012

My search for a part-time job continues. This week I have been to three interviews. In the past I have successfully obtained employment with every job I have interviewed for with the exception of one. I interviewed at a Harley Davidson retail … [Read more...]

New Mom Breast Feeding Woes

New Mom Breast Feeding Woes

Lily & Me 10.24.2012

I am just going to start out by saying, I had no idea how hard breast feeding was going to be! Of course I read it can be very frustrating, but that does not begin to explain the troubles I have had. The very first time I tried to breast feed Lily … [Read more...]

Enjoying Family Near and Far

Enjoying Family Near and Far

Lily & Me

Last week my husband and I had family visiting us.  Everyone was meeting Miss Lily for the first time. It is such a joy to see the happiness this little baby can bring to others.  It is hard to believe this little tiny person, who cannot even … [Read more...]

The High Cost Health Care “Business of Being Born”

The High Cost Health Care “Business of Being Born”

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The day before Lily's induction was scheduled I was relaxing at home. I was looking for something to watch on Netflix. I am not sure why I like watching documentaries, but I do! I was browsing through the documentaries and saw "The Business of … [Read more...]

Changes and Transformation As a New Mom

Changes and Transformation As a New Mom

Lily & Me

As a new mom of just over two months. I must say, I feel like I have undergone a huge transformation, a transformation which will continue for probably the rest of my life. It is amazing how we cannot predict these types of changes, but I guess it … [Read more...]

Returning to Work

Returning to Work

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Yes, the sad day when I will be returning to work is rapidly approaching. I have to go back to work the first week of November. Twelve weeks of maternity leave may seem like a lot but, it is not. I know some of you may not appreciate me saying … [Read more...]

Baby Weight Loss and Smiles

Baby Weight Loss and Smiles

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First and foremost, I would like to talk about the most exciting part of my week this week. Lily was 7 weeks old yesterday. This week she has started to smile! Since she has been born I kept saying, "I can't wait until she can laugh and smile." It … [Read more...]