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Playing in the Rain with Your Toddler

February 22, 2023

Do you remember the feeling of jumping in puddles and feeling the cool rain on your face as a child? It turns out that letting your toddler play outside in the rain can be a fantastic way to boost their physical and emotional health.

Baby M knows that if it’s warm enough, a little rain isn’t going to keep us from getting fresh air and grass stains.

While it may seem counterintuitive to encourage your little one to go outside when the weather is less than ideal, there are plenty of reasons why playing in the rain can be a great idea. In this post, we’ll explore the benefits of letting your toddler play outside in the rain, and provide tips for making it a fun, safe experience for everyone. So grab your rain boots and let’s dive in…

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Surviving Sleep Deprivation as a Stay-at-Home Mom

February 20, 2023

Being a mom is one of the most rewarding experiences in the world, but it can also be one of the most exhausting. I didn’t understand just how tired I would feel. From late-night feedings to early-morning wake-up calls, the demands of motherhood can leave you too feeling like you’re running on fumes.

Sleep deprivation is a common reality for many moms, but that doesn’t mean you have to suffer through it. In this blog post, we’ll share some tips and strategies for surviving sleep deprivation as a mom, so you can feel more rested, energized, and ready to take on the day.

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How to Survive Your Toddler’s Blood Test

February 19, 2023

How do you survive your toddler’s blood test and make sure they have the best experience possible?

What could be more fun than taking a toddler for their annual blood test? I can think of at least 7 million things I would rather do. Today we’re getting into why toddlers need blood tests and how to make the experience as emotionally and physically painless as possible.

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If you are taking your baby for their first blood draw, head over to my previous post How to Survive Your One-Year-Old’s First Blood Test.
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How to Survive Your 1-Year-Old’s First Blood Test

December 9, 2021

Is it time for your baby’s first year check up? Then it might be time for baby’s first blood test! I’m writing this post because I recently had to take Baby M for her first blood test and it was SO hard to find a post with all this information rolled into one!

Here are some helpful answers to common blood test questions as well as some tips to make the procedure as painless as possible.

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