Working Mother Guilt

October 26, 2018

I went on leave today. At 39 weeks I just could not physically deal with being at work any longer. Constant pain, constant exhaustion, constantly having my work life together but home was a wreck. I just couldn't do it anymore. How on earth am I supposed to roll up to the hospital and have a baby when I feel like nothing is done. It's not how I live. I'm very much someone who needs things done,...
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Meal Planning Monday

October 22, 2018

This week I was able to bring my pregnant self to meal plan for 3 nights. Couldn't really go farther than that. But hey, it's better than last week and the pre made Sam's Club meals we bought. [What is Meal Pinning Monday?] MPM is how I meal plan for our little family. I once spent a lot of time searching the web and my recipe books hunting for new recipes and ideas for what to cook...
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Life Lately

October 19, 2018

Lafayette Moms Blog had it's first Mom's Night Out this month. It was an absolute blast to hang out with these ladies all day. Even if I had to take my big ole belly home early to rest. If you live in the area I highly suggest you go next year, or even to our events throughout the year. If for any reason alone... the swag bags are amazing.  Southfin Southern Poke opened this week in Lafayette...
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What's in My Labor Bag

October 17, 2018

I have a few essential items in my hospital bag this round, but what I'm really gearing up for is what's in my labor bag. So here are a few essentials to get me through the tough labor times ahead... whenever on earth that goes down! 1. Yoga Ball Also called a birthing ball. It helps to open your hips and doing hip circles and bouncing can help get baby in place. It's really the only comfortable...
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Southern Wedding Gifts

October 12, 2018

Today's guest post is all about Southern wedding gift ideas. I have to say, these are pretty spot on for what to get when you don't know what to gift someone!  Giving wedding gifts is a challenging task and can be even more confusing if you need to follow certain traditions such as they have in the south. You want your gift to be on point, memorable and truly make a statement with the...
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36 Weeks or Commonly Known as 36 Years Pregnant

October 9, 2018

Let's face it. If I didn't take a photo in the bathroom with wet hair there would be no photo.  36 Week Pregnancy Update Size: Baby B is about the size of a tray of lasagna (thanks Ava) and at our ultrasound last week the baby was weighing about 6 lbs.  Due Date: November 2 (measured for Nov 6 at the ultrasound, but they aren't changing it).  Heartbeat: Last...
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3 Key Ways to Prep for Your Big Day

October 4, 2018

Today's guest post is all about wedding prep! But honestly these tips would work for any big event you have coming up.  Getting married can be one of the greatest adventures that you decide to embark on. This is because it’s a lifelong commitment that is likely to be full of surprises, twists, and turns. In light of this, ensuring that your big day turns out as close to perfect as possible is...
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