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– Ask a Real Mom – The Postpartum Season No One Prepares You For
April 30, 2024
Our Ask a Real Mom series typically focuses on the fun and exciting aspects of motherhood, like our favorite products, time-tested tips, and must-have toys. However, those first few weeks of motherhood can feel anything but fun and exciting; they’re some of the most challenging and vulnerable days of a woman’s life. The worst part? […]
Baby Registry Favorites – Everyone is Adding These
April 11, 2024
As a first-time mom, I will admit that creating a baby registry from scratch was an overwhelming endeavor. I spent countless hours researching brands and educating myself on BPA-free bottles and the difference between muslin and bamboo swaddles. While most of my research was fueled by raging pregnancy hormones, it wasn’t until I was swimming […]
– Ask a Real Mom – A New Mom’s Guide To Keeping An Organized Home
March 28, 2024
Motherhood comes with a vast array of challenges: whether it’s figuring out how to get your little one to sleep through the night or how to sneak more vegetables into your picky toddler’s diet, one does not escape motherhood without having to face a few obstacles! One of the more challenging hurdles I’ve had to […]
– Ask Cheryl – Should I Register and Host a Shower for My Second Baby?
March 26, 2024
Today’s question comes from a second-time mom who wonders about the etiquette of creating a registry and hosting her own Sprinkle. What’s appropriate, and what’s not? Hello Cheryl, I have a question regarding a baby registry and shower. I am having my second baby (a boy) and I have a daughter who is one. We […]
Lots of Guests? Plan a Drop-In Baby Shower!
March 19, 2024
If you find yourself getting ready to plan and host a baby shower with an extra large guest list, consider hosting a drop-in shower. Also known as a “come and go” shower, this kind of baby shower is like an open house where guests can stop by to celebrate the mom to be. It’s a […]
– Ask a Real Mom – How to Prepare Yourself for a New Baby
February 22, 2024
As I was preparing for the birth of our first child, I relished the advice of seasoned mothers and grandmothers. From “sleep when the baby sleeps” to “prioritize date nights,” I filed each piece of advice into an ongoing mental list. It wasn’t long until their advice, my to-do list, and my belly were growing […]
Six Social Media Rules for First-Time Parents
February 8, 2024
Before giving birth to our son, I considered myself to be an open book when it came to sharing aspects of my life via social media. Whether it was sharing our pregnancy announcement just mere days into my second trimester or snapping the perfect photo to announce our son’s name and gender to our loved […]
5 Spring-Inspired Baby Shower Themes
February 1, 2024
As the old English Proverb states, “April showers bring May flowers”…or in this case, March or April baby showers bring May, June or July babies! If you’re hosting a baby shower this spring, we have everything you need to throw a bright and sunny baby shower! Whether you’re on the hunt for a theme, invitations, […]
– Ask a Real Mom – What Do You Really Need for a Second (And Third!) Baby?
January 25, 2024
With an 18-month-old in one hand and a positive pregnancy test in the other, the nerves and the excitement were hitting at the same time. I was thrilled to be growing our family, but nervous at the thought of how I was going to handle having two little ones. After we announced our pregnancy on […]
Why You Need an Amazon Baby Registry & Our 8 Must Haves!
January 16, 2024
Speaking from personal experience, receiving a positive pregnancy test can elicit a vast array of emotions. Whether this is your first pregnancy or you are a seasoned mother, preparing to welcome a new family member can feel like an exciting yet overwhelming mission! Riding in like a knight on a white horse is everybody’s favorite […]
– Ask a Real Mom – How to Survive the Witching Hour
December 28, 2023
Listening to your baby cry and not knowing what to do can be one of the hardest parts of being a new mom. However, it’s even more difficult when you start to notice a pattern: those endless tears start flowing every evening around the same time. This challenging time of day for your little one […]
5 Tips for Planning a Fabulous Co-ed Baby Shower
December 19, 2023
The baby shower traditions you know and (possibly) love got their start during the “baby boom” of the 1950’s and ‘60’s. A lot has changed since the 50’s, and we think it makes sense that the baby shower traditions should change too! While some still prefer the traditional “girls-only” shower, we’ve noticed a trend toward […]
10 Cute Ideas for Announcing Your Pregnancy on Social Media
December 14, 2023
One of the toughest parts about finding out you’re expecting is keeping the news “hush-hush.” At least, that was a challenge for me! I wanted to shout it from the rooftops as soon as I knew a little one was on the way! Our modern version of “shouting it from the rooftops” is hitting “post” […]
– Ask a Real Mom – Grandparent Essentials
November 30, 2023
Whether your parents live around the block or across the country, chances are your children’s visits to their grandparents will be among some of their earliest and fondest memories! Thankfully, we live only minutes from my mom, known to our kids as “Sittu.” We’ve dubbed her house “Sittu School” because it’s decked out for a […]
Gifts We Love for a One-Year-Old
October 28, 2023
I know every parent tells you that “The days are long, but the years are short”, but I never really believed it until I actually became a mom. Now, on the cusp of my firstborn turning one (AHH!), I can attest to the fact that the last year was the fastest, craziest, sweetest of my […]
Navigating the Holidays with a Newborn
October 26, 2023
To The Mom Navigating The Holidays With A Newborn, As the song says, “It’s the most wonderful time of the year!” But if you’re entering the holidays with a brand new baby, this merry season can feel a little more complicated. My son’s due date was November 21st, and I remember thinking to myself that […]
