My three children were born by caesarean section. The first was an emergency c-section at midnight, and the second and third were scheduled. But...
Breastfeeding isn't something I've really talked about, even though it's been a huge part of my life the last five years between two kids....
When I announced my pregnancy last year, a number of people—mostly strangers—reacted to the news with a peculiar and somewhat rude question:
“Don’t you think...
Being pregnant is all about the wait and the anticipation for what is to come. Here I am, pregnant with our third and final...
February 7th-14th is Congenital Heart Defect Awareness Week. 1 in 110 babies are born with a heart defect and I didn’t realize this until...
Self-deprivation is the ultimate gift for moms (really anyone, but especially moms). Deprivation? At the holidays?! Yes! But it’s probably not what you think. ...
Indianapolis Moms Blog is thrilled to announce the launch of tickets sales and all the amazing details for Bloom :: An Event For New and Expecting...
This is the first in a series "Indy Mom Strong", profiling mothers who have overcome obstacles and struggles in the midst of motherhood. Share your...
People often ask what it is like to have an open adoption with my son’s birth parents. There are often questions of whether I...
I had a miscarriage 5 days ago. I didn't have cramps, I didn't bleed, and I had no clue. I went to my doctor,...
Breastfeeding moms all know that feeling of your baby starting to cry and frantically looking around for the best place to feed. I’m a...
For couples who have experienced infertility or loss while trying to have a baby, or for same-sex couples that want a biological child of...
I wanted to breastfeed my son, but I didn’t want it to rule my life. There I said it. I wanted to give my...
It’s 3:00 a.m.
My toddler just woke up screaming for me.
I am acutely aware of my large belly and swollen feet as I drag my...
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Guide to 500 Festival Family Events and Activities
Join the 500 Festival for a month filled with community, connection, and celebration. There’s nothing quite like the month of May in Indianapolis, and...
