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Week 33: Life doesn’t stop because you’re pregnant

by Angela Holland posted in Mom Stories At 33 weeks, the fact that life continues to move forward, while I feel like I’m slowing down is becoming increasing apparent. As I walked through the grocery...

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10 things you’re really thinking at the doctor’s office

by Angela Holland posted in Mom Stories Remember your first prenatal OB visit after you found out you’re pregnant? You’re ushered into the exam room and told to remove your clothing from the waist...

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Week 34: Will I ever truly feel ready for this baby?

by Angela Holland posted in Mom Stories As week 34 comes and goes, I'm more than physically ready for baby number two to make his appearance. Yes - I know it's still a bit early to be thinking this...

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5 things I wish I knew before having a C-section

by Angela Holland posted in Mom Stories With my first child, I decided not to develop a birth plan. Sure, I thought I might try for a natural childbirth without drugs, but I wasn’t ruling anything out....

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Week 35: Why I chose to have two kids close together

by Angela Holland posted in Mom Stories With week 35 nearly under my belt, the realities of impending birth are creeping up on me. Most importantly, how I’ll handle an 18-month old and an infant is...

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Mom + work + pregnant: How do I do it all?

by Angela Holland posted in Mom Stories As a working mom who is pregnant with a second baby, my days can be hectic, tiring and sometimes, down right difficult. I envy the moms who can do it all and...

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Week 36: Keep your comments to yourself

by Angela Holland posted in Mom Stories Week 36 is almost over, and for that I'm grateful. I'm at a stage in pregnancy when grocery shopping has now become a challenge. I'm tired from walking around...

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Can't sleep, can't eat, can't move - due date must be near

by Angela Holland posted in Mom Stories I tried to shave in the shower yesterday. Apparently, I didn't remember that as you round week 37 trying to shave your legs should be considered an Olympic...

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Week 37: Loving my new baby and firstborn equally

by Angela Holland posted in Mom Stories For some reason, being in week 37 of my pregnancy makes everything feel very urgent. Knowing the baby could come at any time gives me a slight sense of relief,...

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Week 39: Last chance to tackle my pre-baby bucket list

by Angela Holland posted in Mom Stories I'm officially one week away from delivery. While the opportunity to enjoy a pre-baby bucket list of BIG, fun activities like a babymoon and tackling that...

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New revelations of a second-time mom

by Angela Holland posted in Mom Stories Our family was blessed last week when we welcomed a new addition — a baby boy joined his 17-month-old big sister, and our world just became that much better (and...

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5 things I miss about pregnancy and 10 things I don’t

by Angela Holland posted in Mom Stories Being fresh out of what felt like a never-ending pregnancy can make you reflective. I now have a beautiful daughter and a perfect, new son, and I’m feeling...

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WIN: $200 Visa Gift Card with Huggies Little Snugglers

by Angela Holland posted in Products & Prizes This post is part of a sponsorship with Huggies. Earlier this week, I left the house thinking I was being a crafty mama. I threw a couple of Huggies...

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'Arms up' swaddle means more sleep for babies?

by Angela Holland posted in Products & Prizes I received a Swaddle Up sample for the purpose of this review. The opinions below are my own. In true newborn fashion, my little guy decided to be the...

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WIN: $200 VISA Gift Card with Huggies Wipes

by Angela Holland posted in Products & Prizes This post is part of a sponsorship with Huggies. The stage of a kid’s life when you’re more than ready for potty training to begin and they aren’t...

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Maternity Style: 3 Denim must-haves for the mom-to-be

by Angela Holland posted in Products & Prizes This post is part of a sponsorship with Destination Maternity. To see other posts in this series click here and here. The moment a pregnant women...

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Make Your Baby Registry Wish Come True with Huggies!

by Angela Holland posted in Products & Prizes This post is part of a sponsorship with Huggies. Armed with a massive ‘must-have’ list, I strolled the aisles of the store determined to get my baby...

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Maternity Style: Wardrobe staples for the working mom-to-be

by Angela Holland posted in Products & Prizes This post is part of a sponsorship with Destination Maternity. To see other posts in this series click here, here and here. Any working mama-to-be can...

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Ergonomic Swaddler Means More Restful Sleep for Baby (Giveaway)

by Angela Holland posted in Products & Prizes This post is part of a sponsorship with Ergobaby. The National Sleep Foundation tells us that by two years of age, a child will have spent more time...

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Week 31: How much maternity leave is best?

by Angela Holland posted in Mom Stories As week 31 rolls around, I’m starting to really think (OK…I’m starting to dream) about taking my maternity leave. With baby number one, I worked until the day I...

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Pamper yourself before Pampers are all you can think about

by Angela Holland posted in Mom Stories In the weeks leading up to childbirth, most expectant mamas could use a little pampering. Let’s be honest — we’re cooking, cleaning, paying bills and generally...

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Week 32: Don't worry, Baby, I'm writing it all down

by Angela Holland posted in Mom Stories For me, week 32 feels like a milestone.  I’m not sure exactly why, but knowing I’m really in the final stretch of pregnancy always gets me excited. Then, I sit...

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Don't judge: I'm choosing not to breastfeed

by Angela Holland posted in Mom Stories When I started packing my hospital bag, a few unusual items made their way in — powder formula, bottles and baby water. Why? I’ve already made the decision to...

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