Pregnant Pauses Blog
From Closing Table to Front Door: The Steps That Settle It All
You’ve just closed on a home, and the weight of the keys in your hand feels electric. The excitement is real, but so is the responsibility. In the days right after closing, what you do next matters—not just for your house, but for your family’s safety and peace of mind. These steps aren’t about endless […]
Going Back to School Before Rejoining the Workforce: Advice for Stay-at-Home Parents
Rejoining the workforce after years at home raising children is no small decision. The thought of returning to school first can feel equal parts exciting and overwhelming. You might picture yourself sitting in a classroom or logging in late at night after bedtime stories, wondering if it’s worth the effort.
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I am pleased to announce that the Pregnant Pauses website blog is up and running.With this blog, I will be able to provide up-to-the-minute information to keep you in the loop with what is happening with Pregnant Pauses. This will include, but is not limited to, new...
Preparing for the Little Arrival
Preparing for the Little Arrival by Christine Cohen (www.momlifesavers.com)preparing for the little arrivalYou’re having your first child and the ‘nesting’ instinct hits, and you head out to stock up on baby supplies. Standing in a baby store, you find yourself faced...
Happy Mother’s Day! (and a few things you should know…)
Happy Mother’s Day!(Or, how to handle disappointment and guilt on Mother’s Day)By Melissa CaddellAhh, Mother’s Day! That one day a year moms get to sleep in! And get served breakfast in bed! And feel all honored and pampered!(If you’re already laughing, I can only...
3 easy ways to celebrate Memorial Day with a baby
By Melissa CaddellLooking for some fun ways to celebrate Memorial Day this year? We’ve got tips to make some great family memories that even the littlest family member can enjoy with parades, picnics and patriotism!Parade!Nothing says ‘holiday’ like a parade. Most...
Birthing Experience Not What You Expected?
Birthing Experience Not What You Expected?I can relate! I thought by my 3rd pregnancy, I was a veteran at having babies. My first two pregnancies were quick and easy. Before my 3rd I even secretly thought I was some kind of baby having super hero.But I was not. I...
Top 10 Things You Never Thought You’d Do As A Mom… But Totally Do:
10. I never thought I would let my child have a pacifier for so long. Once teething was a part of our lives so was the paci. At age 3 we were at her pediatricians office for an intervention. Later that night she discovered her thumb. She sure loved her pacifier.9. Use...
11 Quick Tips About Maintaining Your Health During Pregnancy
1. Keep moving. Walk everywhere. If you're already very athletic you are at somewhat of an advantage. But for those of us who can be sedentary I can't stress enough how important it is to get moving. A simple walk can help lower stress, keep weight manageable and help...
10 Things Every New Mom Should Tell Herself EVERYDAY
10. You will not always be this tired! It might not seem like it now, but eventually your baby will fall into a sleep rhythm. My baby goes back to sleep just fine some nights and I find its ME who is wide awake lol.9. Your baby wont always be this age, enjoy it while...