Since having Eleanor the question I get asked most often is “how is life with two?”. I’ve struggled to find a straightforward answer but after seven months I think I’ve finally figured out how to answer. First, I’ll say that it’s both easier and harder than I expected. Easier because I have more experience and … Continue reading Life With Two
October is Pregnancy and Infant Loss Awareness Month, with the 15th dedicated as a special day of remembrance. While it has been a year and a half since I miscarried, it is still something that I carry with me. Like any loss, the grief never really goes away. There are days that it creeps back … Continue reading Pregnancy Loss Part 3: The Grief Doesn’t Go Away
When I was expecting Jack I had several moms recommend different diaper brands or diaper subscriptions and truthfully I never really gave them any thought or looked into them. My mom always used Huggies and I never considered using anything else out of familiarity. This time around I decided to do a little research and … Continue reading Diaper Subscriptions
I spent a lot of time planning and prepping my hospital bag for my delivery with Jack. And in true Taylor fashion, I definitely over packed. I didn't touch most of what I packed in part because I was an overwhelmed new mom who was only focused on her baby and figuring out motherhood and … Continue reading What I Packed in My Hospital Bag
Hi everyone! It has been a LONG time since I have shared a blog post. Truthfully I have really missed it but if I have any free time its usually spent showering or napping because thats just newborn life. Although its been nearly 6 weeks since Eleanor's arrival so I suppose she really isn't a … Continue reading Introducing Eleanor Ray (And Thoughts on Life with Two)
Its no secret that pregnancy can be uncomfortable. Lots of aches and pains as your body is growing and changing can make your day to day activities a bit more challenging or exhausting. There are days where I desperately look forward to crawling into bed to rest, but then I'm only met with the challenge … Continue reading Better Sleep During Pregnancy
We were going to keep it a secret until baby's arrival but we decided we just couldn't wait. Plus, Jack was anxious to tell anyone and everyone whether he is going to have a brother or sister. So here it goes! Baby Cannon is a..... GIRL! We are so excited to share that we will … Continue reading Baby Cannon is a….
Jack turns two tomorrow. TWO. How have I been a mom for two years now? I truly don't understand how it is even possible. I've spent the past couple weeks going through photos from these first two years and it is truly mind-blowing to me how quickly he has changed and grown. Before kids you … Continue reading Two Years of Motherhood
Hi friends, happy Tuesday! We have some exciting news to FINALLY share with you all. We are expecting another baby due this June! I'm 18 weeks as of today and so happy to share our secret. After miscarrying nearly a year ago it took me a while to feel comfortable sharing our news with anyone. … Continue reading Baby On The Way
One of my biggest challenges since becoming a mother has been balancing everything, especially time for myself. Even a year and a half later I still struggle to find balance sometimes. But I've learned that taking time for ME is important to help me find the energy, patience and motivation to balance everything else. Today … Continue reading Making Time For Yourself as a Mom
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