In today’s post, I want to think with you about something that’s a bit controversial, and that is consuming your placenta. Whoa! Stick with me here! Even `tho this sounds….well…..weird, there is more here than meets the eye. Yep. I’m talking about consuming part or all of that big, bloody, blobby thing…
Today, I want to talk to you about something that I’m really passionate about, and that’s getting more sleep! As you might know from some of my other posts, my youngest daughter is nothing like my first daughter when it comes to sleeping. Nothing like her at all and it’s been a…
Today we are going to be talking about ice diapers and padsicles. Hurrah! For those of you who don’t know what ice diapers and padsicles are, let me lay it out for you. After a vaginal birth , your nether regions are going to be really sore. I didn’t know about…
Hi! I want to talk to you about something we’ve already discussed, but I wanted to go into more detail. A few weeks ago, we shot a video about things that were important to do like after baby preparation. There were four things I listed; meals, time off for your spouse,…
“Don’t punish your kids.” As a dad, my reaction to this one-liner I heard recently was a thoughtful, “Uhhh …..what???” But months later, I find I am still fascinated by this point….and the significant counterpoint that follows. As I have meditated on this, I have come to believe that punishment of anyone…
In today’s post, I want to tell you about bed-sharing and co-sleeping and what has worked for us. Sleep Options for Infants There are several options for sleeping infants. Baby can sleep in a crib. Baby can sleep in a co-sleeper in your room, attached to your bed or maybe set…
Before we go any further, I do have to tell you guys that I am obviously A) not a doctor, B) not a specialist, C) not a pro. I have two kids. These are some of the tips I’ve learned and used, but I am by no means a doctor.…
In today’s post, I want to suggest some ideas about how we moms can prepare our guys to have a successful time with baby so we moms can get out of the house. Because it’s really important even if you’re just going to run over to the grocery store or Michael’s,…
This is part three of our short series on “Loving Our Kids on Purpose.” Ideas shared in this series of blog posts and YouTube videos comes from a book by Danny Silk with that title. It’s available on Amazon and from Danny Silk’s website. Steve and I purchased the workbook and…
Today, I want to discuss part two of our short series about loving our kids on purpose. This is the book that we have been reading, Loving Our Kids on Purpose by Danny Silk. There is an accompanying workbook. You can find both on the LOKOP website. Making Good Choices is What We Want…
