Today I want to share the story of my own pregnancy. I’m Hilary — I’ve been a labor nurse since 2001. In 2008 I was experiencing infertility. We’d been trying to have a baby for over 2 years and weren’t really sure what was in God’s cards for us, but we also had 2 boys […]
Freebies for New Moms: Free baby stuff for expecting mothers
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This post will share freebies for new moms & expecting moms. These free baby things for expecting mothers are often by mail too! No trip to the store for these pregnancy freebies! These freebies for new moms will have you seeing smiles. While some come by mail and do require shipping a lot are SO […]
Vaginal Discharge During Pregnancy
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Discharge in pregnancy is almost like a crystal ball to a lot of ladies. We’re going to talk about color, consistency and how it relates to the changes your body goes through during pregnancy. Vaginal Discharge During Pregnancy First off – let’s talk a bit about why pregnancy discharge is different than regular discharge. During […]
What does a contraction feel like? Includes BloomLife Monitor Coupon & Promo Code
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What does a contraction feel like? We’ll talk about what to feel for — as well as a way to monitor your contractions & track them from home with the BloomLife Monitor (and a BloomLife promo code). What does a contraction feel like? I spent MUCH of my first pregnancy wondering WHAT the big day […]
A Peek Inside the Nurse’s Brain
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A nurse’s day is long. Often extremely rewarding, but ALWAYS exhausting. Today, I want to give you a peek into my day, but also where my brain is as we extend through a twelve-hour shift, with my new bff — my patient(s). 07:00 we glide out of the break room. Fresh blood is on the […]
True Labor Contractions: The signs of real labor
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True labor contractions give some signs that labor has started. We’ll talk how to time early contractions and what to watch for know you have real labor contractions — AND what to do if you’re sent home from the hospital in early labor. True labor contractions have some definite signs of labor approaching. Of course, […]
Signs You’re Going into Labor: Besides contractions, what to watch for?
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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 for contractions, but what are the other signs you’re in labor BESIDES contractions? Boom! Labor happens. One minute you’re making out with your baby daddy, and the […]
Pregnancy Emergencies
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Pregnancy can have a lot of complications, but today I want to talk about pregnancy emergencies. These are obstetric emergencies that a good hospital is trained to handle, but with some care from you — we can make sure it doesn’t get this far. First off — how do I know all of this? Well, after […]
Second Baby Checklist: Get prepared for #2 (or more!)
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Each new baby brings a new list of baby needs.. Let’s give you a second baby checklist (that also works for any baby after #1) to help you in preparing for your second baby. Stay tuned for the new wife analogy! You thought having your first baby was hard? Bringing baby two home (or […]
Should You Hire a Doula? – Pros and Cons from an L&D Nurse
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Should you hire a doula? Using a doula has many pros and cons. We’re going to talk the advantages and disadvantages of hiring a doula and if you really need one, or if they will be a waste of money. What is a Doula? A doula is someone you hire to get you through […]
