Five Things You May Not Know About Midwifery
Disclosure: Our partners at Fairview Health Services are passionate about educating and supporting women throughout their pregnancies. Learn from Certified Nurse Midwife Karin Marshall, CNM, APRN, of Fairview – Paul Larson Clinic...
The Cute Baby with the White Tongue: How We Cured Thrush
by Amber Harder
A few days after my son was born, I noticed that his tongue was looking rather white. I figured that it was just some leftover milk…but it didn’t seem to go away. As...
The Empty Room: A Man’s Journey to IVF
After two frustrating, but transformational years trying to have a baby, my wife and I have just begun IVF. The best we’ve felt in those two years has come through...
The Dark Days of Sleep Deprivation
by Amber Harder
I knew having kids would impact my sleep, so it was no shock to me when we brought our daughter home at 11 months old via International Adoption that we dealt...
11 Best Apps for Moms
Apps, how did we live without them?! Do you momma’s use apps to juggle your never ending to-do list? If not- think again. For all you busy moms out there that...
Wine and Tantrum Pairings: Summer Break Edition
The graduation season is upon is–from preschool to college and everything in-between. The wonderful summer filled with family trips and lots of fun quality time together can commence. Right? Not...
It Takes a Village: How We Chose Milk Donation
by Leah Pihlaja
“Formula or Breastmilk?” “Is she breastfed?” “Do you nurse or are you pumping?” These three questions are what I’m asked countless times when introducing my youngest to friends, family, coworkers...
Baby’s First Playlist
by Daci Platt
While I was pregnant with my daughter, the song “Take Me to Church” came out. I followed its ride from The Current, to SNL, and eventually to ubiquity. While I was...
Asking for Help
by Cari Dugan
I’ve never liked asking for help. I mean does anyone really? When my kid’s were really tiny, (all three under five-tiny), life was crazy and chaotic. I honestly could have...
Baby Swimming Tips to Keep Kids Safe & Mamas Sane
by Kate Awsumb
It’s like the transition from carefree grabbing your keys and running out your door to the rigmarole that is preparing to leave the house with a baby. Swimming with a wee one is...
Kids Through the Chaos
by Kim
Well, here I am sitting on the floor under my kitchen table. My yoga pants are wet with soapy water and crumbs from meals past are stuck all over me....
10 Must-Haves for Your Child’s Medicine Cabinet
by Leah Pihlaja
In every family, it seems as if sickness strikes when we least expect it. Take a look at this list of our family’s top ten must have items we keep...
