I’ve never been a big believer in the whole “it takes a village” concept. Maybe it’s because I was a very republican high school...
The learning curve when going from a parent of zero to a parent of one is incredibly, indescribably steep. (So steep, I never understood...
Millennials and Gen Z love to break tradition. We are going to many weddings now without bouquet tosses and first dances. Gender-neutral names are...
But, the not so obvious benefit to 13 years between kiddos is the opportunity to learn from my mistakes. This, my friends, is the golden ticket. A crystal ball, if you will.
Behind every adorable, squishy, prized newborn is a woman learning how to tackle her new role of Mom. Don't forget about her. I have a...
I have had two pregnancies, deliveries, recoveries, and children. The two experiences could not be more different from one another. There’s lots of room...

Who’s on First?

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We recently shared the news with friends and family that we expecting a baby, expanding our family to five (six, if you count the...
Disclaimer: I am not a lactation consultant or a doctor. If you are having problems with breastfeeding, please seek help at your local La...
In part one of this series, I discussed the childbirth of my firstborn and how it colored my postpartum experience. It has also played...

The Waiting Game of Pregnancy

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Being pregnant is all about the wait and the anticipation for what is to come. Here I am, pregnant with our third and final...
The stick turning pink or in my case, the phone call from the nurse telling me I was pregnant after 2 long years of...
"New baby" and "depression" aren't phrases you commonly hear together. But, as, we know and have experienced, motherhood hits you in the face. While...
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End of the Journey

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Waiting and Thoughts of the Door to the Left I have always liked this office, the receptionist is ultra friendly, the magazines are always newer,...
While newly pregnant with our second daughter, I was gifted a large open-topped picnic basket in a beautiful teal paisley print. Besides our backyard...

In + Around Indy

Guide to 500 Festival Family Events and Activities

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  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...