Parenting - The Frugal Ginger

How to Soothe a Baby with Colic

June 18, 2015 by hewella1 1 Comment

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I have mentioned before that I had a baby with colic. My daughter had colic for the first 6 months and it was one of the most trying times in my life. I have never felt so helpless and like I was failing at being a mom. Looking back I realize that there was nothing I could do but try to soothe her. I became an expert on how to soothe a baby with colic. If you are a parent struggling, know that you are not alone and that it will get better. In the meantime, try some of these methods to see if they help both you and your baby.

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How to Prevent a Messy Snack Time with Toddlers

June 13, 2015 by hewella1 11 Comments

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Having a toddler can be one of the most wonderful and aggravating times as a parent. My 17 month old is really learning her limits. She pushes me just far enough and when I am about to lose it, she looks at me with those big brown eyes and looks as adorable as can be. One of the things I am not liking is how messy snack time with toddlers can be. Luckily, I have come across a few items that have really helped me out. The last thing I need is something else to clean!

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How Becoming a Mom has Changed Me

June 11, 2015 by hewella1 2 Comments

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Becoming a Mom can bring on a lot of emotions. It is scary, exciting, overwhelming, wonderful, and intimidating all at the same time. A lot of things have changed since my beautiful little girl came into this world. Some of the changes were expected while others were not. My outlook on life has completely changed and so has the meaning of certain words. Becoming a Mom has changed me for the better.

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Top 10 Nursing Essentials I Couldn’t Live Without

June 10, 2015 by hewella1 6 Comments

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I will be honest and say that I did not have an easy time nursing my baby. It was a struggle for both of us. There were some nursing essentials that made the process a lot easier for both of us though. Some of these things I used daily and couldn’t live without. I had registered for a lot of my nursing essentials but there were some things I didn’t even think I would use and really wish I had thought of them beforehand. I hope this list helps you get prepared for your little one’s arrival.

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5 Tips to Help Lose the Baby Weight

June 3, 2015 by hewella1 10 Comments

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I remember that feeling when I was 9 months pregnant. I had gained 40 lbs, I looked down at my HUGE belly and thought, “How am I ever going to get my body back?” The truth is that you may not get it back exactly like it was but you can get pretty darn close. We are not celebrities and don’t have the time to workout all day like they can so what are normal people to do? I have 5 tips to help lose the baby weight that worked for me. I hope they can help you too.

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