MOTHERHOOD FOR THE WILD + IMAGINATIVE
You’re pregnant! Congrats and get ready for a whirlwind of fun and excitement. For now, you’re sitting in your Doctor’s office for the first prenatal visit. The first visit is overwhelming. Several options regarding procedures, nutrition and different prenatal testing are laid on the table.
If you ask 100 pregnant women what is the worst symptom they deal with, the overwhelming majority will say back pain. As your baby grows, all your organs move and press in different areas of your body.
Your center of gravity changes and you often find yourself hunched over trying to compensate. Your hips widen and ache, along with the extra weight of the baby, placenta, increased blood flow and amniotic fluid. Pregnancy sounds fun, doesn’t it?
How have you progressed in this Co-sleeping to Crib period? Some mothers find themselves struggling with baby sleeping through the night. There little one wakes often and momma is TIRED!
If you find yourself in this situation, there are several elements that may be affecting your little ones slumber. Today we will address a few common issues regarding your baby’s sleeping comfort and how to remedy them.
Before we get into the details, you may wonder when is the best time to transition. If you have not already, be sure to read my Co-Sleeping to Crib article that highlights the best opportune times to transition from co-sleeping to crib based on your child’s developmental milestones.
READ THE ARTICLE » HERE «
For this part of the mini course, we are going to get into the details regarding this big transition and address the night as it might unfold.
Do you or someone you know, have trouble sleeping in hotels. It’s a foreign place. It’s not your bed. It’s not even your house. Well, this is how baby feels about their new crib. That big crib is a new place they are not used to. Imagine waking in a large box in a new place for the first time. You may find yourself shouting, “I’m Lost!!!” then proceed to shout until someone finds you.
Cover image courtesy of Dani Adams Barry Photography
If you are reading this, congratulations! You’re a Co-Sleeper or you are considering Co-Sleeping. Co-Sleeping is exceptionally beneficial to your baby. Contact with the parents not only encourages healthy development, it prevents SIDS.
Cover image courtesy of Dani Adams Barry Photography
Day camps are a staple in the Scouting world. They’re one of the best ways to finish a ton of merit badges at once, gain valuable skills, and spend time creating memories in the great outdoors.
If your child isn’t ready for day camp, though, it’s easy to have a less-than-stellar experience. If you want your child to have the best day camp experience possible, take a look at some of the tips we’ve put together to help you accomplish just that.
You have a bun in the oven. Well, like any good recipe, you need the right ingredients. Same goes for you and what you put in your body during pregnancy. You and your baby’s health are of the utmost importance during this time. This is why making sure your body has all the right “ingredients” is so crucial. The proper nutrition as well as the amount of vitamins and minerals you receive ensures that you and baby are healthy with all the key nutrients needed during pregnancy.
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The connection formed between a parent and a child during a fishing outing stays with you for the rest of your life. Those quiet moments spent along the shore or on the water give your child an experience that they’ll replicate with their children and so on for generations. Be sure to stay safe while creating these memories using these helpful tips on fishing with children.
guest post by: Adam Brown of Cast For Fish
Weekends are supposed to be all about some quality time with family and fun filled activities. Staying inside your home can get super boring for the kids and yourself. Therefore, make sure you step outside and take a breath in fresh air. There are so many activities you can do outdoors but when it comes to family, it means something special and something appeals the taste of all the family members. Particularly, doing those outdoor activities that have positive impact on body and mind’s health can benefit you and your kids while you are just having fun. You must be wondering which ones I am I am taking about exactly.