The test results from my blood-work last week came back and almost everything is normal. The midwife said my hemoglobin levels have been progressively dropping and suggested I start taking an iron supplement. In addition to the iron supplement I’m trying to be more faithful in taking my prenatal vitamins (I suck at taking a…
As a mom of 2, soon to be 3 kids I can totally relate to the current “First Kid/Second Kid” Luvs video series. Before I had kids I thought “being a mom” would just come naturally but there were a lot of things that I did not expect. Mostly feeling overwhelmed with parenting options, products…
My boys are messy eaters, little monsters that devour their food. Kids can be messy little monsters and your messy little monster could help you win a Mini Murph prize pack. Papa Murphy’s is hosting a Mini Monsters photo contest on Facebook, and the grand prize is $1,000 Mini Murph prize pack. Upload a photo…
As Noah gets older I’m starting to notice huge differences between his personality and Jude’s. Obviously, they are different people with different personalities but what I’m starting to learn is that I’m not crazy. You see, Jude has always been a full-throttle, high-energy, spirited child. Joe and I have struggled with disciplining and teaching Jude…
If you are ever in Asheville, NC I highly recommend visiting Tupelo Honey Cafe, especially for their delicious breakfast! Goat Cheese Grits, Sweet Potato Pancakes and a whole lot of YUM! Tupelo Honey Cafe is a Nuveau Southern cuisine restaurant currently serving two locations in Asheville, NC (Opening a 3rd location this month in Knoxville,…
Each week I am posting encouraging and inspiring birth stories from friends and readers. If you have a birth story you would like to include please email me: jessica@thebkeepsushonest.com Today’s birth story is from my friend Martha at A Softer Side of Strong. ——- “That’s it, I give up.” I thought to myself after 8…
From October 14th through October 24th purchase 5 participating General Mills products at Kroger Stores, and receive a coupon for $5 off your next shopping order* (coupon printed at checkout)! We go through Cheerios like nobody’s business so I am excited about the opportunity to stock up AND save some money during the Kroger Buy…
Today is October 1st which means only a few weeks/days until Baby Lieb #3 will make his appearance. We are all hoping for an early arrival but if history is any indicator this guy will take his sweet time. At last week’s appointment the midwife said he is in position and measuring about 7lbs 9oz…
One of Joe’s friends sent me this story. (His family has been friends with the affected family for years and he is working hard to help spread awareness about postpartum depression and psychosis.) This is a horribly sad story but I know that so many women deal with postpartum depression and have a special place…
It was once thought that exercising while pregnant could be dangerous to the mother and/or baby, however over recent years studies have shown that exercise for pregnant women can be very beneficial. Exercise during pregnancy helps prepare the mother’s body for labor as well as maintains a healthy weight for the mom. Unless there is…
Each week I am posting encouraging and inspiring birth stories from friends and readers. If you have a birth story you would like to include please email me: jessica@thebkeepsushonest.com Today’s Birth Story is from Sandra of West Philly Mama. ——- Leading Up To The Big Day I was shocked when I made it to my…
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