Category: Pregnant
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I’ll be honest—this whole “having a baby” thing is a lot. Between the checkups, nursery prep, and keeping up with everyday life tasks, my brain has been swimming. And one piece of advice I kept hearing from experienced parents? “Pack your hospital go bag early.” So I finally sat down and researched what actually needs…
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The countdown is on—just six weeks until our baby arrives! I keep hearing people say, “You’re never fully ready to become a parent,” and that’s starting to feel more real every day. My partner and I have done our best to prepare. I’ve learned a lot through Instagram accounts from other parents, pediatricians, and birth…
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When my partner and I took a labor and delivery class, we learned how important it is to understand the process—not just for peace of mind, but to recognize when it’s time to go to the hospital. We learned that there are three stages of labor and birth. And within the first stage, there are…
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Important Note: I’m not a medical professional—just a parent-in-training learning everything I can before my baby arrives. This post is meant to encourage awareness, not to replace proper medical training. If you’re interested in learning infant CPR, I highly recommend taking a certified class through the American Red Cross, American Heart Association, or a local…
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Everyone keeps telling me the same thing: “Get your sleep now—because once the baby comes, it’s gone.” And while I know they mean well, hearing that over and over kind of freaks me out. So I’ve been doing what I do best when I’m anxious—I research. I’m preparing ahead of time for the sleep deprivation…
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If there’s one thing that’s been keeping me up at night (even before the baby arrives), it’s worrying about safe sleep. I’ve read enough to know that newborns need a very specific sleep setup to be safe, but honestly? The advice can feel overwhelming fast. So I’ve been working on a simple checklist—something I can…
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When I first found out I was going to be a parent, I imagined all the sweet, peaceful moments: cuddling my newborn, watching them sleep, feeling that overwhelming love. And then reality hit. What if I mess up? What if I’m not good enough? What if I’m just… not cut out for this? If your…
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If you’re anything like me, the moment you found out you were going to be a parent, your brain probably went into a full-on panic spiral. (“Wait, they’re going to hand me a tiny human? With no manual?”) Yep, same here. I’m still in the thick of preparing and learning all of this newborn stuff…
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Becoming a parent is exciting… and a little terrifying. As a first-time parent, I quickly realized there are about a million baby products out there. I wasn’t even sure what half of them were for (what even is a nasal aspirator?!). So, if you’re like me—researching “what to put on a baby registry” while tired…
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Becoming a new parent comes with a long checklist—diapers, bottles, baby clothes… and yes, figuring out how you’re going to get around safely and efficiently with your little one. Whether you’re heading to doctor’s appointments, grocery runs, or coming home for the first time together, having the right transportation gear makes a huge difference. So…