The Ups and Downs of Motherhood, an Incredible Journey

12+ Loving Gifts for a New Mom for Mother’s Day (from her Husband)

May 4, 2021 / By Celina / Lifestyle, Motherhood, Parenting / Leave a Comment

Mother’s Day is just around the corner, making any new mother feel all jittery and excited. However, being a first-time mom, your newborn cannot give you anything yet, so that’s where the husbands must step up! Here are some gifts for a new mom for Mother’s Day. *Disclosure: Some of the links below are affiliate links, meaning, at no additional cost to you, I …

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Baby Proofing Your Marriage (with Exercises)

February 13, 2021 / By Celina / Parenting / Leave a Comment

baby proofing your marriage, mom and dad cuddling with baby

Having a baby is not easy, and it can put even the strongest of relationships to the test. But some simple steps before and/or after having a baby can be the ultimate way to baby proofing your marriage to withstand even the worst of storms. So much emphasis is always put on saving a marriage …

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Free Baby Samples for Parents in 2021

January 26, 2021 / By Celina / Lifestyle / Leave a Comment

While we may do our best to get everything ready for our baby, we don’t always know which products will best suit us and our newborn. Thankfully, retailers and baby brands offer tons of free baby samples in 2021 so you can try out which ones you prefer! We have gathered all the best free …

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Everything You Need For A Baby, And Don’t!

January 20, 2021 / By Celina / Lifestyle / Leave a Comment

all the essential items you need for your baby

When getting everything ready for a baby, there seems to be an endless list of everything you need for a baby. Strollers, clothes, soothers, swings and so much more. So, get ready for the ultimate baby checklist pdf that you can print out for free! Hold on. Before we jump in, what is actually necessary, and what …

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What to Keep in your Breastfeeding and Diaper Basket

December 23, 2020 / By Celina / Breastfeeding / Leave a Comment

woman sitting in bed breastfeeding her baby

When you are preparing for the arrival of a newborn baby there seem to be a million things to do before they get here. Creating a breastfeeding and diaper basket being one of them. While I know not all women breastfeed and will find a breastfeeding basket necessary, I decided for those who are planning …

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I Was Told I Couldn’t Breastfeed… How I Proved Them Wrong

August 17, 2020 / By Celina / Breastfeeding / 4 Comments

During pregnancy, not once did I think about breastfeeding being a struggle or me having no milk supply. Everyone in my family had an easy time breastfeeding! And being the oldest of 6, it seemed so natural to my mother to breastfeed, I thought it would be a walk in the park. Boy did …

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How to Plan a Baby Shower on a Budget

August 6, 2020 / By Celina / The "Real Deal" / 2 Comments

Baby showers can get expensive, yet they don’t have to. So, how do you plan a baby shower on a budget? Well, we did the research and gathered everything for you! But I’ll let you in on a little secret first. Baby showers can be fun, but they can also be utterly boring. So, …

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9 Mind-Blowing Benefits of Extended Breastfeeding

July 8, 2020 / By Celina / Breastfeeding / Leave a Comment

Often, pediatricians recommend breastfeeding a baby until at least one year, but extended breastfeeding for over 2 years of age has become more and more popular. This is because there are many different benefits of extended breastfeeding. What are they? Well, let me explain… Here are the benefits of extended breastfeeding: Helps with nutrition Children …

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Solitude as a Mom: 4 Ways to Finally get Some Silence

June 24, 2020 / By Celina / The "Real Deal" / Leave a Comment

Silence, something every mother craves every single day. The ability to hear your own thoughts or the quiet ticking of the clock. Solitude as a mom seems like a far fetched idea, like something pulled out from a fairy tale. It was not that long ago that I found myself alone. In the car …

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Dream Feeding: What, Why, When and How

May 30, 2020 / By Celina / Breastfeeding / Leave a Comment

You are finding yourself waking up frequently at night because of a baby with a rumbly tummy. It’s getting tiring, it’s getting draining, and you are feeling desperate. Dream feeding is here to save the day! No literally, it will. Think of dream feeding like topping off a gas tank before a long trip, except you are …

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