5 Surprising Symptoms and Remedies of Teething

March 21, 2018October 22, 2024
by Jessica Whitney

Before I was a mom I knew a few signs of teething. I knew if your baby was abnormally cranky or really drooly he would probably be popping out a tooth soon. If he was chewing on everything and wanting cold foods, there was likelihood of a tooth. I even knew that ear infections and fevers were likely symptoms of teething as well. But after having Little One and Little Two I found out some surprising symptoms of teething as well as remedies to help.

When Little One was getting his first teeth, I thought he was sick or that he was just warm from over heating. But these symptoms of teething are surprisingly common among kids.

New Mom Survival Guide

3 unavoidable truths about postpartum recovery

March 14, 2018January 18, 2019
by Jessica Whitney

Oh, my, what a precious bundle of joy you have brought home. After navigating the first car seat challenge, you’ve made it home safely with baby. Now what?

There are many things that you COULD do in the first few days and weeks and plenty of people will give you advice, but my number one advice for the first few weeks home with a newborn is:

Keep it simple.

New Mom Survival Guide

Postpartum Series: Your Post Baby Body

March 12, 2018December 19, 2018
by Jessica Whitney

This article is the third in a series that talks about the unavoidable truths of the postpartum period after baby arrives! Throughout the series I provide actionable tips and guidance to navigate this joyful but sometimes difficult stage in life.

If you are still pregnant, you probably have a lot of expectations and hopes and dreams about what life will be like after your baby is born. You are probably looking forward to NOT being pregnant anymore. You’re ready for the heartburn to go away, and you’re ready to be able to sleep on your stomach.

New Mom Survival Guide

10 Helpful Tips to Cope with Newborn Sleep Deprivation

March 5, 2018November 18, 2024
by Jessica Whitney

Are you ready for the lack of sleep that comes with a newborn? The goal of this post is to give helpful tips to new moms to prepare for the first few weeks after a baby is born, both mentally as well as physically! Being prepared mentally can help you in the long-run to successfully cope with newborn sleep deprivation.

P. S. Are you expecting? Are you anxious about labor and delivery? Leave you anxieties at home (instead of bringing them in your hospital bag).

This Free Prenatal Online covers things you’ll experience during labor and delivery. And you can take it right from home, which is why I wanted to share it with you guys! I know my readers love ease, convenience, and saving time! Read more about the free prenatal class!

Motherhood + Parenting

How to achieve goals when you’re ready to quit…

February 28, 2018December 21, 2018
by Jessica Whitney

To the goal-oriented mama: How to achieve goals when you’re ready to quit

I’ve been struggling with some of my goals so far this year. I’m sure I’m not the only one! Specifically, I haven’t been working out like I originally said I wanted to! Yes, I realize I’m pregnant. Yes, I realize I have two kids that I’m at home with, which makes it difficult to find time for myself. But when I set my goals at the beginning of the year, I thought it wouldn’t be too difficult to meet them. I mean come on! If fitness is supposed to be a priority in my life, then working out three times a week for 30 minutes shouldn’t be a big deal?!?

Simplify Mom Life

How my kids teach me simplicity

February 23, 2018August 18, 2018
by Jessica Whitney

How my kids teach me simplicity

It’s been raining non-stop for the last week, and I haven’t seen the sun in days. That must be why I’m reminiscing and dreaming about summer!

Last summer my parents rented an RV to go camping in San Antonio. While my dad was getting a new battery for our camper, the kids and I wandered over to the nearby lake.

Within seconds they found sticks and leaves and other small objects to throw into the lake. And I nearly had to drag them away when my dad was ready to go because they were having so much fun!

New Mom Survival Guide

2 bedtime routine examples for babies and toddlers

February 22, 2018August 18, 2018
by Jessica Whitney

2 bedtime routine examples for babies 5+ months old and 2-3 year old toddlers

As a young mom, I was always learning new things about how to take care of my (almost) 5 month old baby boy, Little One. Every day was and STILL is a new adventure, a new challenge, a new opportunity to grow as a parent. One of the challenges of having an infant is how do you teach you baby it is time to say “night, night”? How do you convince them that since the sun is down, they should lay their head to rest???

Letter Series

A love letter to my ‘soon-to-be’ middle child

February 12, 2018October 10, 2024
by Jessica Whitney

A love letter to my ‘soon-to-be’ middle child

Dearest Little Two, the words that come to mind as I start this letter are, “You are my sunshine…” You make us so happy and smile each and every day.

You are filled with joy for life and a beautiful humor that keeps us laughing. One of my favorite quotes from you is, “Mommy, you wanna hear a funny joke?” And you proceed to tell us the three jokes you know. Are you sure you’re only two? More like two going on seven.

Letter Series

A love letter to my oldest child

February 10, 2018October 10, 2024
by Jessica Whitney

Oh, Little One. You are the one that made me a mommy. Before I had you, I didn’t know what love could really feel like. The deep, earnest everlasting love took me by surprise.

The moment I heard that first cry, a sob arose in my throat and I stared adoringly into your fresh new face. As the nurses went about their duties and the doctor pushed on my belly, I was oblivious and uncaring of the noises around me. I was caught up in your adorable smile, teeny nose, and fuzzy eyes trying to look at me.

Morning Routine

3 unexpected + invaluable benefits of waking up early

February 2, 2018June 4, 2025
by Jessica Whitney

In 2017, I made it one of my New Year’s resolutions to start waking up early and to get up before my kids. I realized that something needed to change and that I needed a new way to start my day. I was often grumpy, frustrated, impatient, and overall not a pleasant person in the morning. I wasn’t able to enjoy my kids in the morning, and I wasn’t able to be grateful for the precious moments I could spend with my kids before work.

To the goal-oriented mama: How to achieve goals when you’re ready to quit

How my kids teach me simplicity

2 bedtime routine examples for babies 5+ months old and 2-3 year old toddlers

A love letter to my ‘soon-to-be’ middle child

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