Nursing Diaries (Part Two)

“Nursing Around the Clock”After giving birth some moms may opt to have their newborns spend some time in the nursery, while they catch up on sleep.  But, I wanted my baby with me 24/7.  It wasn’t because I didn’t trust the hospital staff.  I wanted that time to nurse and bond with my baby.  It…

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Irene Takes Me Away From Princess!

I’ve been tracking Hurricane Irene for some time now.  So, I wasn’t surprised when I was asked to report to work this weekend.  Irene continues to move up the east coast and is expected to make landfall in New York early Sunday morning as a category 1 hurricane.  The good news is that once Irene hits land,…

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Princess’s 1st Birthday Celebration

 The weather will be taking a turn for the worse as Hurrican Irene moves up the east coast, I am so happy that my hubby and I scheduled Princess’s birthday celebration last week.  Had it been a week later, we would be in serious trouble.  The weather was perfect last Saturday.  Although it was a…

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Happy Birthday Princess!!!

I can’t believe it’s been a year!  My baby girl turned one at exactly 9:11 PM Wednesday.  I am so happy and I feel so blessed to have her in my life.  I know that I may vent about her teething and sleeping issues.  But in all honesty, I wouldn’t trade being a mom for…

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Biracial Parenting: The Things People Say

I’m sure you’ve heard that “kids say the darndest things.”  But after a recent experience, I think the same can be said about grown folks.  When a child says whatever comes to mind, it’s usually deemed as being precocious or cute.  I’m sure you’ve also heard the saying, “if you don’t have something nice to…

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Change is On the Way!

Just like every other morning, I woke up moments before my little Princess.  I really think she’s aware of the exact second I open my eyes.  It’s the same thing when I get home.  She knows when I walk through the door.  Then she’s wired up and ready to play, and I’m exhausted and ready to hit…

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YMM of the Week!

I am featured in Young Moms in Motion this week! It’s a cool site that highlights positive moms doing positive things. Thanks YMM! Please check out the feature, when you have a sec.

Breastfeeding Diaries (Part One): First Time My Baby Latched On

Breastfeeding Diaries: “The First Time My Daughter Latched On” Before having my little Princess, I knew I wanted to breastfeed.  Why?  For the obvious reason of course, to get my pre-baby body back! Duh!  But seriously, breast milk is the healthiest for any baby and it’s the most cost effective too.  But, I was a…

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