Tag: siblings
Bringing Baby into a Blended Family
In January of 2016, we welcomed our little miracle into this world. And I don’t use the word miracle lightly. His arrival was preceded...
Second Child Syndrome
When I was pregnant with Second Kid, I would have mild panic attacks when trying to fathom how I could possibly love that child...
Birth Order Doesn’t Matter as Much as We Think
I have three kids. I can officially say that I have a first, middle and youngest child. The mothering I do for my 1-year-old...
We Hired a Sibling Doula
I've had three babies.
All of my extended family lives out-of-state, all over the country. When I went into labor with the first, I didn't...
Big Sibling Bags
When my son was born, I put together some fun things for my daughter to do while she waited for her baby brother. When...
Diary of a #girlmom
November 2014
We are getting ready to welcome our second daughter. Two girls. Sisters. Never in my wildest dreams did I think that I'd have one...
That’s a Good Way to Kill a Baby
When my elementary school aged kids were little, all the responsibility for their safety in our household fell to me.My childproofing skills were a.m.a.z.i.n.g.
I had...
Everything You Need to Know About Being a Firstborn
To my firstborn son:
In just a few months, Lord-willing, you will have a baby sister! We are all excited for her arrival, and we’ve...
Diaper Bag Entertainment for the Busy Toddler
Fact: I love my diaper bag. Go ahead and add that to the list of things I never thought I'd say before I had...
Parenting with an Age Gap
When I first became a mother nine years ago, it was a bit of a surprise. Okay, it was actually a HUGE surprise! Having...
New Kid on the Block: Introducing a Sibling
Bringing a new baby home for the first time is uncharted territory. You go through the 100-point checklist to make sure everything is ready at...
Sister, Sister
I'm 6 months pregnant and have yet to feel like I've done anything to get prepared for this new baby. My husband and I...
What’s Up With the Second Kid?!
My older son, Max, loves to hear about the moments when he and his little brother were born. He knows that he was almost...
“Can I Spend the Night?” (on Cultivating Sibling Friendships)
My husband and I have been very fortunate in that both of our children go to bed easily. (See my advice on putting kids...
Are You Finished Having Kids Yet?
How many kids do you have?
When will you have your next?
Oh good, you got your girl - you can be done now, right?
Do any...
