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Signs You’re Going into Labor: Besides contractions, what to watch for?

PUBLISHED: August 1, 2022 | By Hilary Erickson

The signs of labor can be confusing.  The early signs of labor approaching can give you an idea for what's to come.  We all know to watch Continue Reading

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What to pack for Disneyland: Disney Essentials Packing List

PUBLISHED: July 31, 2022 | By Hilary Erickson

Let's talk about what to pack in your luggage for Disneyland Resort. I have a REALLY hard time learning to pack lightly for the Disney Continue Reading

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12 Best Hotels on S. Harbor Blvd Across from Disneyland That You Can SAVE MONEY On!

PUBLISHED: July 28, 2022 | By Hilary Erickson

Being closed to Disneyland is a HUGE perk. I totally agree. So, today I am going to share the top 10 hotels across the street from Disneyland. I Continue Reading

How to Use a Paper Planner Effectively Along with a Digital Planner

PUBLISHED: July 27, 2022 | By Hilary Erickson

Learning to use a paper planner, along with an online digital planner has so many benefits.  In this post I'll show you how to use a planner (and Continue Reading

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Can Women Drink Gatorade During Pregnancy? Can it prevent dehydration safely?

PUBLISHED: July 18, 2022 | By Hilary Erickson

Drinking Gatorade during pregnancy is something a lot of women consider in their attempt to stay hydrated and with good electrolyte levels.  Why Continue Reading

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How I Make Money — Episode 150

PUBLISHED: July 18, 2022 | By Hilary Erickson

Let's chat about how I make money as a content creator. Hi, I'm Hilary Erickson. I've been "blogging" since 2005 and I have taken it as a full Continue Reading

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Editable After School Checklist

PUBLISHED: July 17, 2022 | By Hilary Erickson

This perfect after school checklist will give your routine a template to make each day a little more organized (thereby making the morning routine Continue Reading

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Strep Throat — Episode 149

PUBLISHED: July 11, 2022 | By Hilary Erickson

Today we're chatting strep throat. What to watch for, what is likely strep or likely isn't... This episode was inspired by my post on strep Continue Reading

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Routine Things in Labor You Might Want To Refuse with Dr. Fran – Episode 148

PUBLISHED: July 4, 2022 | By Hilary Erickson

There are a lot of routine things that we normally just do unless you'd rather do something else. That doesn't mean you can't refuse them. It means Continue Reading

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Why My Kids Hate Me: And why that’s ok

PUBLISHED: July 3, 2022 | By Hilary Erickson

Feeling like my kids hate me is something I have started to expect. This article will help you avoid mistakes when those painful words come out. Continue Reading

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