Dana
Dana grew up in Indiana and attended Indiana University, where she met her husband, Max. Following graduation, they moved to Chicago and then Madison, WI, where they welcomed their son, Theodore a.k.a. Teddy, in October of 2011, before settling back in Indianapolis and having their daughter, Marlowe in January 2016. Dana is a former science teacher and children’s and family yoga instructor. She has a passion for health, education, home renovation, donuts, and all things mom. In her free time she enjoys exploring all that Indy has to offer with her family. For more of her ramblings, you can visit her personal blog danajump.wordpress.com
8 Things You Should Know Before You Have Kids
It's Saturday night at 9pm, which means my husband and I can finally turn the TV to something other than Daniel Tiger or Frozen. I'm attempting to have a real conversation with him for the...
Why You Should Eat As A Family :: Dinner Call and the #BillionDinners Challenge
I'm not a meal planner. I don't love cooking and trips to the grocery store are the bane of my existence most days. I'd describe mealtime in our house as "rushed" and eating together...
What NOT to Say to A Pregnant Woman
Pregnancy brings with it a lot of changes, which is to be expected when you're growing a human in under 10 months. Change is simply a necessary part of the process and one that...
No, I Don’t Want A Girl
I don't need a girl. I'm not hoping or praying for a girl. We weren't trying for a girl. A girl will not complete my family or mean that we are done having children.
Whew,...
Meatless Meals the Whole Family Will Love
While I'm not a vegetarian, our family tries to incorporate a few meatless meals throughout our week for multiple reasons. Not only have I found that we all eat healthier when I swap meat...
Breastfeeding When Everything Seems To Be Working Against You
My son Teddy and I had trouble breastfeeding from the start. He wouldn't latch in the hospital despite my receiving help from three different nurses and two lactation consultants. After 24 hours he still...
Nursing In Public and Why the Brelfie Matters
Last week on the Today Show, Kathie and Hoda discussed their disapproval of the brelfie (breastfeeding selfie) on their segment "OK! Or Not OK". Hoda explained that she preferred to keep those moments private...
What You Need to Know About Your Body and the Diet Industry
Last week, I was made aware of a new phenomenon known as the “Dad Bod.” If you haven’t heard of it (you definitely will), the “Dad Bod” is a specific physique that is a...
A Family Guide to Visiting Indianapolis
With so many kid-friendly attractions in Indianapolis, your family is sure to find something everyone will enjoy in The Circle City! We've compiled a list of our favorite places to eat, things to do, and...
Baby Fever Mind Games
There are some women who, shortly after the birth of their child, they are ready to do it all again. I was not one of them. As much as I thought I understood what...