September 29, 2015
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BUN IN THE OVEN: Things overdue pregnant women don’t want to hear
My sister-in-law is preparing to give birth to her second child. She’s almost 40 weeks and it’s very obvious she’s ready to get on with it.
BUN IN THE OVEN: Why having another baby is a good idea
Today, I’m not talking to that two to three, or three to four type of mother. I’m talking about the ‘almost;’ new mom that is inevitably and absolutely gaga, goo-goo, and smitten with their child. The type of mom that never knew how amazing motherhood would be and is completely astonished at how quickly that, “Oh, I’m going to have my baby on my schedule” mentality goes out-the-door.
BUN IN THE OVEN: What's in your diaper bag?
I remember being a first-time mom and not having a clue about what I needed to put in my diaper bag.
Bun In The Oven: Essential must-have items for any mom
There are a lot of infant and maternity products on the market that all claim to be must-have items, but not all of what they promise holds true.
BUN IN THE OVEN: Are you ready for potty training?
If you cringe at the words ‘potty training’, don’t worry, you’re not the only one.
Learning to breastfeed
Some women are born with the determination to have kids and some women play it by ear. Some women know exactly what type of mother they want to be, if they will breastfeed or not, and other women take it one day at a time. And both approaches are perfectly fine.
BUN IN THE OVEN: And the winner is...
Have you ever failed in life, and if so, what did you learn from it? This was the basis of the final question at Sunday night’s Miss Universe Pageant in Manila.
BUN IN THE OVEN: Trends that are keepers
The world has changed drastically over the last decade or so. The way we think and choose to raise our kids, the ideals we subscribe to, and the things we value as important have somewhat changed as well.
Bun In The Oven: Positive thinking
The beginning of every year is a good time to put new things into place; to start something with no excuses that will make a positive difference in your life.
BUN IN THE OVEN: Christmas joy
What is it about this time of year that makes you feel like you have to wrap up and put away all of the loose ends of this year? For me, I never want to bring the untidy and stressful stuff into the next year, so it makes sense to want to clean things up a bit.
BUN IN THE OVEN: Organise and plan - keys to a stress-free Christmas
IT IS hard to believe that another year has come, and almost gone.
BUN IN THE OVEN: Lactation and the importance of support
Some women are born with the determination to have kids and some women play it by ear.
BUN IN THE OVEN: Get creative with these cool Christmas traditions
The holidays are all about family and traditions.
BUN IN THE OVEN: Happy Fall, ya’ll!
There are a several times in the year that make me super excited. And if you’re anything like me, you may concur with these dates.
BUN IN THE OVEN: Are you OK?
For a couple weeks now I have used and heard these three words over and over, “Are you OK?” I started many conversations with these words.
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You know this word well. Chances are you’ve heard or read over and over in the last few years. People talk about it, and it’s all the rage right now, kind of like how yoga, gluten-free, dairy-free, GMO are. It’s that other ‘G’ word – gratitude – and it makes some of us very anxious.
BUN IN THE OVEN: Be the light
Most people think that power comes in some sort of big boom of light; a giant roll of thunder, something huge and substantial is needed to create this giant of a word – power. Truth is, power comes in all shapes and sizes, and it doesn’t have to be a giant affair of sorts, but a small gesture of kindness and truth can have the same effect on a person’s life as all the power in a strike of lightning.
BUN IN THE OVEN: Five things to embrace your child’s uniqueness
Thankfully we live in a world that is starting to embrace, or at the very least becoming more tolerant, to differences.
BUN IN THE OVEN: Top 10 things pregnant women worry about
Pregnancy is great, amazing and life-changing. But there are a few not so pleasant things that come with being pregnant and giving birth. Women read all about the scary things that can happen, the embarrassing, and not so pleasant things as well.
BUN IN THE OVEN: Six parenting tips to live by
Parenting is the hardest job on earth. And not just because it requires your full attention at all times, but because it’s the only job that no matter how challenging it gets, you can never quit!
BUN IN THE OVEN: Back-to-school – Kid-friendly lunch box ideas
Thank goodness school is back in session! Whew, is it just me, or does summer feel like the longest time ever?
BUN IN THE OVEN: Taming the tantrum
You walk into a store to find a beautifully put together young mother with her toddler shopping in the store. All seems well until the little person starts throwing a fit.
BUN IN THE OVEN: Recovery after birth
New moms often face many challenges just after giving birth. Every birth journey is different, but all of them are challenging, exhausting and involve some sort of recovery time.
Amazing body changes during pregnancy
Pregnancy is an amazing time in a woman’s life. There are so many new things happening with her body, both physically and emotionally, and it’s hard to keep up with all that is going on.
BUN IN THE OVEN: New mom surprises
There are many things that we are taught when having children for the first time. Most of this information comes from family, our doctor, or books that we may have read. But after giving birth, there are a few things that may surprise you about the glorious parenting journey.
BUN IN THE OVEN: New mom tips to ignore
Everyone knows that life is exhausting and overwhelming for a new mom. Let’s face it, everything is uncharted territory, and a lot of the time new moms will rely on friends and family that have been down the parenting road before for advice.
BUN IN THE OVEN: Bonding with Dad
In honour of Father’s Day this past Sunday, I thought it would be appropriate to discuss dad bonding with baby. Surely, the men aren’t interested in reading about all of these women and mother conversations, but you may be surprised to know that some men actually feel a little left out during the whole pregnancy journey.
Preparing for your maternity photos
Maternity photos are a beautiful way to celebrate and remember an amazing part of your life, and it’s becoming the norm, as common in pregnancy as the baby shower.
BUN IN THE OVEN: A few of the best children’s books
When I was a child I had a several favourite books, and now well into my 30s, and with my own children, I still remember those books.
BUN IN THE OVEN: Four ways to promote happiness in your life
In life it is sometimes it’s hard to look at things from a “glass half full” perspective. Honestly, I think most of us do try to live our lives every day with that attitude. Sometimes we accomplish that, and sometimes we don’t. But the good thing about having a bad day is that most of us make up our minds to not stay in that mind-set for any length of time.
BUN IN THE OVEN: The joy of having #2
When you become a mom for the first time it’s life-changing, isn’t it?
BUN IN THE OVEN: Show me your best side
They say that “beauty is in the eye of the beholder”, and yes, we all have things that we like and find attractive in others.
BUN IN THE OVEN: Three things every woman wants to know
It’s funny how most men think women can be difficult creatures. Sure, we’re emotional, sensitive, pondering human beings, but we’re not that complicated.
BUN IN THE OVEN: Questions you should never ask a woman who has just had a baby
It’s a challenging time for women shortly after giving birth. Not only are hormones still running amok, but having to deal with the trauma of birth, especially all of the body changes, is not fun. Adjusting to life with a newborn is not always seamless, even for a seasoned parent. Pair that with the lack of sleep, and it can become very overwhelming.
BUN IN THE OVEN: Maternal and child health
This month’s special area of focus for Rotary is maternal and child health. Rotary is an organisation dedicated to helping people around the world and within their own local communities: “1.2 million neighbours, friends, and community leaders who come together to create positive, lasting change in our communities and around the world.”
BUN IN THE OVEN: Partying while pregnant
Partying while pregnant sounds like an oxymoron I know, but inevitably at some point during your pregnancy you’ll be invited to an event of some kind which involves dancing, drinking and having boat loads of fun, or not, considering your extra weight and sometimes balance issues. Feels a bit like being humpty dumpty; I get it!
BUN IN THE OVEN: Beauty and strength
If you want to find a great quote, look to Maya, she’s got thousands of them; meaningful, poignant and significant for pretty much any topic.
BUN IN THE OVEN: Five reasons why being a mom is the best job in the world
It’s easy to sometimes take things for granted. Life moves super fast and we’re all pretty busy, especially if you happen to be a mom.
BUN IN THE OVEN: Family mealtime
I grew up in a family that ate meals together most days of the week, but for sure we ate together every Sunday for dinner. It was a family tradition that both sides of my family maintained for generations. My mom’s family ate Sunday lunch, and my dad’s Sunday dinner, which considering how many siblings my dad had, was no easy feat.
BUN IN THE OVEN: Unanswered prayers
I’ll be honest, I’m not a huge country music fan, but the likes of Taylor Swift, Carrie Underwood and Lady Antebellum have made country music much more mainstream in my opinion.
BUN IN THE OVEN: Stress-free infant travel
Travelling for many people is stressful. Add an infant or toddler to the picture and it’s enough to make even the most seasoned parent anxious.
BUN IN THE OVEN: Zika and maternal health
Microcephaly is a word most of us up until a few weeks ago had never heard of before. A seemingly uncommon and rare condition caused by the Zika virus has created a panic in the Americas, especially for women who are pregnant or planning to become pregnant.
BUN IN THE OVEN: Five things to make your kids feel special
It’s hard to keep things going in a world that moves at the speed of light. Being a working mom, a single mom, any mom, is challenging.
BUN IN THE OVEN: Bedtime blues
It can be very tiring taking care of an infant; many sleepless nights and fatigue can catch up with you.
BUN IN THE OVEN: Five tips to stiffen your New Year resolve
HAPPY New Year! Can you believe its 2016?
BUN IN THE OVEN: Dear Kids, I’m sorry I can’t be there for you
Life moves so much faster than we wish sometimes. Between daily responsibilities and the expectations we place on ourselves, finding the “sweet spot” when it comes to balance is really hard. It’s easy sometimes to feel overwhelmed, overworked and never enough. There are many days I think, “Kids, I’m sorry I can’t be there for you.”
BUN IN THE OVEN: Don’t worry, be happy
The Christmas holidays are here and before you know it, a new year will be here too.
BUN IN THE OVEN: Make time and plans for a happy Christmas
Don’t blink! Christmas will be here sooner than you know it.
BUN IN THE OVEN: A time to be truly thankful for so much
THIS WEEK is Thanksgiving and although I’m not an American, I do celebrate Thanksgiving as if I were.
BUN IN THE OVEN: The secret 'M' word
The secret “M” word is miscarriage. Like postpartum depression, miscarriage is not openly talked about; not with our peers or even our family sometimes. In the aftermath of a miscarriage I imagine that it’s a dark and lonely place, and it’s unfortunately riddled with guilt and shame.
BUN IN THE OVEN: Weaning with love
Choosing to breastfeed is giving your baby the best start at health in life, but it is a labour of love as there can be challenges and trying times in the beginning, but sticking to it will come with big rewards in the long run.
BUN IN THE OVEN: Take a ‘babymoon’
You may be tired of thinking and hearing about all the things to do before baby arrives.
BUN IN THE OVEN: Things overdue pregnant women don’t want to hear
For some being pregnant for 40 weeks is more than enough. By the end of the third trimester a lot of women experience lots of discomfort. They’re feeling heavy, their mobility has slowed, some have very swollen feet, they’re probably finding it very difficult to get comfortable when they sleep or they can’t sleep, and they’re still plagued with the dreaded heartburn.
BUN IN THE OVEN: Five things you’re unprepared for after having a baby
There is something satisfying about pre-planning and preparing for things when you are about to have a baby.
BUN IN THE OVEN: The best parenting advice I ever got
A growing belly welcomes much more than just the pregnancy glow. From the second you announce your pregnancy, so many people, not just close friends and family, will offer you their words of wisdom on how to take care of both yourself and your growing baby during this delicate time.
BUN IN THE OVEN: Tips to keep a positive outlook when you’re having one of those messy days
We all have those days where nothing seems to go right. When one thing – and it’s usually something small – sets the tone and mood of the day and little things keep going wrong, it causes extreme frustration.
BUN IN THE OVEN: Why I put my kids on a detox
I love technology. I’m an iPhone, iPad kind of girl; sorry Android lovers! Nothing allows me the sense of freedom like my device. If I feel like redecorating or trying out a new recipe, within seconds I’m browsing, searching and connecting to programmes that allow me to be inspired and get creative.
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