It was my understanding that everyone was pretty much on the same page that maternity leave in the U.S. is hard. It's basically Mom Boot Camp, and just when things start improving- you've gotten the hang of breastfeeding, your baby is smiling at you (like, really happy to see you, not passing gas), and you're … Continue reading Destination Maternity Leave
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Breast Pump vs Actual Baby as Travel Buddy: A Scientific Review
Babies cry. Breast pumps don't. Babies are cute. Breast pumps aren't. These are among the various factors you may consider if you are ever lucky enough to be in a position to choose between taking along a nursling or a pump as your air travel companion. I've broken down the pros and cons of each … Continue reading Breast Pump vs Actual Baby as Travel Buddy: A Scientific Review
This summer…
This summer, I spent time outside nearly every day, taking my kids to the park, the library, the splash pad, swimming lessons, or wherever. Last summer I was stuck inside a lot, looking out the window a lot, nursing my fussy, red-faced newborn, and I was super sad and wanting to go outside but also … Continue reading This summer…
Workout Wednesday Vol. 20: When Rest is the Answer
A few weeks ago, I decided to stop working out. If you've ever broken up with someone you loved because you knew the relationship wasn't healthy and/or sustainable and/or he stalked you, and though he never threatened you, your dad and brother did express the desire to inflict bodily harm on him... That's how it … Continue reading Workout Wednesday Vol. 20: When Rest is the Answer
This is not really a post about my kid’s poop
In the weeks following our our appointment with the allergist who told us Lady Bug has potentially life-threatening allergies to many common foods, I had a lot of nightmares. Also, we scheduled an appointment with a doctor at National Jewish, a world-class hospital in Denver considered to be among the best in the nation as far … Continue reading This is not really a post about my kid’s poop