Why I Trust Avent Baby Bottles for My Breastfed Baby

September 5, 2016 by Marissa 6 Comments

Why I Trust Avent Baby Bottles for My Breastfed Baby (this post contains affiliate links)

Why I Trust Avent Baby Bottles for My Breastfed Baby

I have had quite the journey when it comes to feeding my babies. My oldest was breastfed for three months but then was switched to formula when I had to go back to work. My second baby had a very difficult time breastfeeding from the start, and was fully on formula by a week old (that’s a much longer story for another time). My third baby breastfed for 10 months, but had a bottle of formula now and again. My fourth baby is still breastfeeding, but has a bottle of pumped milk whenever I am not available to breastfeed. [Read more…]

My Top 10 Must Haves for a New Baby That Will Last Longer Than a Few Months

September 1, 2016 by Marissa 14 Comments

Top 10 Must Haves for a New Baby That Will Last Longer Than A Few Months

My Top 10 Must Haves for a New Baby

This Top 10 Must Haves for a New Baby is on behalf of Diapers.com.

As a mom of four kids, I know what baby products are necessary to make your parenting life a breeze and to keep you sane. And you don’t need as much as you think, especially in the first few months of life! By the time I had my fourth baby, I knew exactly what I needed…and didn’t need…to keep my baby healthy and happy in the first few months of life.

Even though I’m just focusing on the first few months, my favorite baby products are those that last more than that. Most of these baby products I list below can last well into the toddler stage, making them well worth the money you’ll spend on them.

This is my list of my top 10 must haves for a new baby: [Read more…]

Stylish Nursing Tops from Udderly Hot Mama: The Whimsical Wrap Nursing Top

March 20, 2016 by Marissa 4 Comments

Nursing Tops from Udderly Hot Mama

If you are breastfeeding or pumping, it’s essential to have quality nursing clothes. They can make breastfeeding or pumping much easier when you are comfortable, but let’s face it: many nursing tops aren’t all that stylish. And if you were to try to wear your pre-pregnancy clothes, many of those aren’t breastfeeding-friendly.

That’s why I was grateful when Melanie from Udderly Hot Mama® contacted me for a review! I already had an Udderly Hot Mama nursing scarf, so adding a nursing top to my collection was a must.

Nursing tops that are stylish AND functional from @udderlyhotmama? Yes!! #breastfeeding Click To Tweet [Read more…]

Bittersweet Moments at the End of My Last Pregnancy

December 25, 2015 by Marissa 1 Comment

Bittersweet Moments at the End of My Last Pregnancy

The end of any pregnancy can be bittersweet. You realize that in the last few weeks that it might be the last time you feel the kicks and jabs of the baby inside you. You realize that your life is about to change in a really, really big way. You realize that while you’re excited to finally be done with pregnancy ailments, that it was those ailments that helped keep your pregnancy going and helped your body transition into motherhood.

But this is my last pregnancy. I’m feeling these moments a bit more these days. [Read more…]

Using a Postpartum Belly Band During and After Pregnancy for Support

December 6, 2015 by Marissa Leave a Comment

Postpartum Belly Band

Postpartum Belly Band Review (This post contains affiliate links)

Pregnant bellies and backs often need support, especially in the third trimester. As the baby inside of you grows, you carry more weight in the front which pulls on inner ligaments and affects your lower back. After pregnancy, all of those ligaments and muscles need support, like from a postpartum belly band, to get back to where they were (or at least close to where they were).

During all of my pregnancies, I would either use a belly support band or a ring sling to wrap my belly. During these last few weeks of my pregnancy, I was given the chance to review the Mamaway Postpartum Band, which has been such a relief to me! [Read more…]

BabyGuy Box Review November 2015

December 4, 2015 by Marissa Leave a Comment

November Baby Guy Box Review

My November Baby Guy Box finally came, and I can finally post my November Baby Guy Box Review! I ordered the Baby Boy Box, even though we’re Team Green and don’t know if Baby #4 is a boy or girl yet. I figured the Baby Boy Box would be more gender neutral, and I believe I was right.

Here’s what was inside: [Read more…]

Purple Laurel Classic Hands Free Pump Bra Review

November 9, 2015 by Marissa 9 Comments

Hands Free Pump Bra Review (This post may contain affiliate links)

Purple Laurel Classic Hands Free Pump Bra Review

If you have pumped breastmilk before, you know how it can tie up your hands for a while, leaving you to only sit there until the pumping is over. Luckily, there are such things as hands free pump bras to help out!

Thanks to Purple Laurel, I was able to bring you this Classic Hands Free Pump Bra review (and giveaway below!). I was really glad they contacted me about this review since I’ll be breastfeeding and pumping again really soon once Baby #4 arrives! [Read more…]

Hospital Bag Checklist: What You Should Bring to the Hospital When Having a Baby

November 6, 2015 by Marissa 2 Comments

Hospital Bag Checklist

What You Should Put in a Hospital Bag When Having a Baby

Hospital Bag Checklist: What You Should Bring to the Hospital (This post may contain affiliate links)

Getting ready for labor and delivery? Congratulations! Time to pack your hospital bag. I’ve packed a hospital bag four times, so I have a pretty good idea of what you should put in a hospital bag when having a baby, and of course, what you should leave out.

Here’s my list of what you should put in a hospital bag (with a free printable underneath!). The entire list assumes you are expecting a natural childbirth, but it can be adjusted for c-section mamas too.

Find this printable at the bottom of this post! [Read more…]

What Kind of Baby Carrier Should I Buy? How to Choose a Baby Carrier

October 9, 2015 by Marissa 1 Comment

What Kind Of Baby Carrier Should I Buy?

What Baby Carrier Should I Buy? Benefits of Babywearing (This post contains affiliate links)

Are you new to babywearing and don’t know where to start? Wondering what kind of carrier you should buy? Here I will answer your questions about the different kinds of carriers and how they are used, plus the awesome benefits of babywearing.

Not sure what kind of baby carrier to buy? Start here!! #babywearing #wearallthebabies Click To Tweet [Read more…]