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Nine In; Nine Out

Eleanor the newborn squish

Just over 9 months ago, we welcomed Eleanorinto the world!   Today, while visiting a friend with a wee 3 week old, I was struck by just how much change happens in the first 9 months of life.  Our babies undergo more physical, mental, and emotional changes in that time than they [...]

My "No Poo" Experiment

First…my apologies for a rather long silence – I seem to be running in too many directions these days!  Pledging to make more regular posts – so hold me to it!  Now on to the post…

My hair…in the time of "poo"

I’ve been annoyed with my hair for some time.  The massive postpartum hair loss [...]

It's Potty Time!! A Tale of Haphazard Potty Learning

When Callum was born, I said we’d for sure do potty learning by 2.  And then he turned 2 and that seemed like a rather bad idea.  We were still without words at that point (which while words are certainly not necessary for PL, they do make the process easier I think).  And with little [...]

Giveaway Winners!!

We are excited to announce the winners of both our Twinkie Tush Cloth Diaper Giveaway and our Elizabeth Pantley sleep book giveaway. They are….

Twinkie Tush Cloth Diaper: Chrissy D.

Elizabeth Pantley’s The No-Cry Sleep Solution and The No-Cry Nap Solution: Jennifer P.

Congrats to our winners!!

We are hoping to offer more giveaways in the [...]

Becoming Mamas Gift Guide Extra: Black Friday Deals

Here are some Black Friday deals we wanted to pass along. And some of these might just be good deals that we’ve found. I hoped to make this a more comprehensive list, but holiday things are taking up my time I’ll update if I happen to get on here later.

Abby’s Lane – [...]

Becoming Mamas Gift Guide: Things that Build Fine Motor Skills

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Welcome to part 3 of the Becoming Mamas Holiday Gift Guide! Previously, we reviewed some favorite books and our favorite trucks and trains. This week, we review some of our favorite toys and items for building fine motor skills.

PlanToys 50 Construction Set

Yes, we are recommending more Play Toys! I bought this set for [...]

Phillipines: Gov’t gives incentives to health institutions with rooming-in, breastfeeding facilities

The Phillipines government is taking positive steps to improve the chances that a mom can breastfeed her child… Gov’t gives incentives to health institutions with rooming-in, breastfeeding facilities.

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PCBs May Weaken Kids’ Vaccination Response

Interesting research that shows higher environmental toxins might mean a weaker immune response to vaccinations…PCBs May Weaken Kids’ Vaccination Response.

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New study supports exclusive breastfeeding for first six months

Evidence that exclusive breastfeeding means less chance for infectious diseases in infants… New study supports exclusive breastfeeding for first six months.

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Flame retardants alter thyroid hormone in pregnant women

More evidence that endocrine disruptors are affecting pregnancies…Flame retardants alter thyroid hormone in pregnant women.

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