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10 Reasons You Might Need an IV in Labor

PUBLISHED: December 27, 2022 | By Hilary Erickson

Getting an intravenous line or IV at labor and delivery is a pretty common occurrence for pregnant women during the birth experience. Why do you need Continue Reading

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PUBLISHED: December 22, 2022 | By Hilary Erickson

{This isn't really a blog post -- it's the Christmas letter we sent out to friends and family, because I think of our readers as family please take it Continue Reading

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Family Budget Example: Sample Budget for a Family of Five

PUBLISHED: December 21, 2022 | By Hilary Erickson

This real-life example of a family budget example will show a sample budget for a family of five family members -- real, hard numbers. We have been Continue Reading

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Weekly Cleaning Schedule Template: The Benefits of scheduling a clean home

PUBLISHED: December 20, 2022 | By Hilary Erickson

Are you looking to make a weekly cleaning schedule template? This calendar of household chores is a great stay-at-home mom cleaning schedule Continue Reading

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Best Pens for Planners: Favorite black pens for the Happy Planner

PUBLISHED: December 20, 2022 | By Hilary Erickson

Is there anything better than a new planner? Planners are meant for PLANNING, which means a lot of writing. This post is going to talk about the best Continue Reading

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The Best Postpartum Pajamas

PUBLISHED: December 20, 2022 | By Hilary Erickson

Finding a pajama set that you’ll find comfortable as a new mom is a must. Today we’re going to show you some of the best to put in your hospital Continue Reading

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My Christmas Gift to Myself — Episode 171

PUBLISHED: December 19, 2022 | By Hilary Erickson

This year I am giving myself a gift that I think will only help me more as we go into 2023. In this episode The Gap vs the Gain Continue Reading

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Pregnancy Calendar by Week: Your calculator to your pregnancy progress

PUBLISHED: December 17, 2022 | By Hilary Erickson

This is your pregnancy calendar to know what is going on by your pregnancy week. You will need the first day of your last menstrual period for Continue Reading

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What is the Best Age to Go to Disneyland?

PUBLISHED: December 16, 2022 | By Hilary Erickson

Are your children begging you to take them to Disneyland? Are you wondering what is the best age for kids to enjoy a Disney vacation? Taking young Continue Reading

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Noom Review: Is Noom Worth It?

PUBLISHED: December 15, 2022 | By Hilary Erickson

I recently finished 5 months with Noom. Why did I choose Noom, how did Noom work for me and how did Noom compare to weight watchers? Let's dive deep Continue Reading

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