Monthly Archives: January 2012

7 Things Never to Say to a First-Time Mom Under 25

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If you follow over on Facebook, you saw the article I posted called 7 Things Never To Say To A First-Time Mom Over 40. I think it’s important to recognize that mothers on all points of the spectrum can feel insecure and offended — not just us. But I also decided to make a list…

Best Baby Monitors

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If you’re hunting around for the best baby monitors, I did the extensive testing for you. Check out the feature on Babble.com for my favorite picks — including a couple that blew my mind a little bit. These definitely aren’t your mother’s baby monitors. (Also check out the intro for important buying information.)

It’s Up To You

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A Few Of My Favorite Things

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1. Zuzii Bijou Baby Boots; 2. IWAS+WILLBE Conquest Necklace; 3. aden + anais bamboo swaddles; 4. blabla Red Bird Dream Ring; 5. Lovely Love My Family from Tuesday Mourning; 6. Mamaroo Bouncer; 7. Go-Pod Exersaucer; 8. Magnificent Baby magnetic baby clothes; 9. Hevea Teether Enjoy the rest of your weekend, everyone. Justin and I have been sicker than…

What REAL Moms Look Like

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Last week I wrote an Early Mama Facebook status: “Every time I hear a 20-something say ‘Ugh, this makes me look like a mom,’ my blood slightly boils.” I get what they mean, right? Jill Taylor from Home Improvement, with poofy short hair and high-waisted “mom jeans.” Minivans filled with soccer gear, padded shoulder blazers,…

Do You Follow?

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Facebook    *    Twitter    *    Instagram    * Pinterest Some weeks the posting is spotty here — you know, life, work — but I’m pretty much always ^^^^. What’s there, you ask? Giveaways (!!!) Relevant (and not-so-relevant) articles and links to check out Conversations with other “early mamas” Photos, photos, photos, and more…

Reason #21: Let’s Stay Home

I know this is hard for a lot of people to understand, considering my age and the young-ness that I “settled down” — but I have partied. Kind of a lot. I went to bars long before I was legally allowed. I lived in a college dorm. I even lived in several apartments (5!) —…

The Best Advice.

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