Today we’re talking about post partum body changes no one tells you about. This post originally appeared on ElisabethMcknight.com in May 2017 when I was 8 months post partum with Adelaide. Westley is now 8 months old so it seemed appropriate this get a little refresh. We’ve survived with Westley almost as long on …
Best Pregnancy Splurges According to 100 moms
Today we’re talking about the best pregnancy products you can splurge on while you’re expecting. This post contains affiliate links. Pregnancy is such a beautiful time! And it can be a hard, exhausting, draining, hormonal, crazy time, too. If you’re looking for the best pregnancy splurges, I’ve got you covered. I asked over 100 moms …
11 Activities to Teach Kids Emotions (and build Emotional Intelligence)
Today we’re talking all about building emotional intelligence in toddlers and young kids. These activities are ways to spend time with your kids in a way that boosts their EI as they become more familiar and comfortable with their emotions and the emotions of others. Did you know there is something twice as important as …
Why Your Toddler Says “No” and How to Respond
Today we’re talking all about the toddler defiant “No!” phase and how to respond. This post was originally published back in 2017. The No Phase Last month it was like Lincoln fully embraced turning two and immediately switched into defiant toddler mode. One day he was agreeable, easily persuaded, and happy to go with the …
Easy Easter Traditions for Toddlers
This post is all about easy Easter traditions for toddlers. I’m updating it with a few more ideas. Originally published April 2017. Happy Easter weekend! Growing up, Easter was always such a special holiday and, while my kids are still too young to latch onto traditions, I’ve been savoring talking to Lincoln about why …
6-9 months baby feeding schedule and sample menu
Today I’m sharing a 6-9 month sample baby feeding schedule and menu ideas. Grab the free printable download to have on hand (put it on the fridge, screen shot it for your phone, whatever you want). Also, check out the 9-12 month feeding schedule here. Keeping a baby alive is hard enough without having to …