I have had the honor of attending over one hundred and twenty five births in the last six years. Every time, it is as though I am witnessing a miracle before my very eyes. As I watched a baby...
My first pregnancy was about as perfect as it could be. I felt like a million bucks from the day we found out we were expecting. Healthy mom, healthy baby, and great reports at regular checkups meant a perfect...
I once lived in a world where my kids would always be healthy, not deal with chronic illness, and never pass away unexpectedly. Now I know differently. When I took our oldest son, James, to his first pediatrician appointment five...
We were so blessed to have Nikki from A Kneaded Escape at our New Moms Event in October! Many moms got to take advantage of a much-needed massage during the event, and we're so thankful to Nikki for providing a...
We were so blessed to have Ashley from Heeling Hands Massage Therapy at our New Moms Event a few weeks ago! Numerous mamas got to take advantage of a much-needed massage during the event and we're so grateful for Ashley's...
We recently celebrated our daughter’s second birthday. I am amazed at how quickly those two years have passed! It is true what they say… time really flies the older we get, and especially once we have kiddos. As my...
October is National Pregnancy and Infant Loss Awareness Month. This month recognizes and provides support for those families around the world who have suffered the loss of a baby to miscarriage, ectopic pregnancy, molar pregnancy, stillbirth, birth defects, SIDS,...
September is Baby Safety Month so I thought it was appropriate to share one of my favorite baby products - HALO SleepSacks! A Must-Have Baby Item An expecting mama is given oh so many pieces of advice early on in her...
Postpartum depression can be a really scary thing. I think it is becoming less scary because people are talking about it. Women are talking about what it felt like for them and how they got help. Men are talking...
Congratulations to you, Mommy-to-be!! Your stomach is growing in size, your legs are sore and swollen, you don’t sleep and you pee all the time; but BLESSED are you because you are growing a human being!! How amazing is...

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Shop the Just Between Friends Consignment Sale March 22-24

Iowa’s largest children’s consignment sale is happening this week at the 4-H Building at the Iowa State Fairgrounds! Whether you’re looking to save money on...