6 tips for traveling while pregnant

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Over the years I’ve traveled a lot. Maybe not big, expensive trips, but lots of road trips with the family. And since I’ve had seven kids in 13 years, it’s not unusual for me to be pregnant while traveling. It seems that with our chaotic lives during this last pregnancy especially, I logged a lot […]

best tips for visiting Disneyland while pregnant

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Our last couple of visits to Disneyland included a little stowaway. This wasn’t the first time I’ve visited the happiest place on earth while pregnant. My ever-expanding belly reminded me all there is to do at Disneyland while pregnant! In fact, I think the availability of safe rides and fun things to do is one […]

prenatal screening–what you need to know

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As a parent you want the best for your child. Like a Boy Scout, you also want to “be prepared”. This is why moms often get the reputation of having Mary Poppins bags full of anything you might need, ever. From gum to sunscreen to spare socks, we’ve got it all. However, this desire to […]

giving birth during a global pandemic-how I feel about it

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A lot of people have asked me about how I’m feeling being so pregnant during the current state of things. Followers on social media have sent me messages, friends have checked in, and strangers at the store are all quick to voice their concern. I’ve thought many times about getting on Instagram and addressing all […]

sciatica pain during pregnancy and what to do about it

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30 DAYS UNTIL MY DUE DATE! Thirty. Days. This is not a drill people! Although every one of my pregnancies has been different there wasn’t anything really surprising about this time around. Bigger belly, check. Shortness of breath, check. Sciatica pain, check. Sciatica pain during pregnancy is something I’ve dealt with before but I feel […]