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the ULTIMATE list of tips for new parents
I decided to ask all my IG friends and followers for their biggest parenting tips that they would share with new parents and I’ve put them all here for you to read! This has got to be the best mix tape of parenting tips and tricks and I just love all of them!
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YOU NEED THESE FOR YOUR SCHOOL-AGED KIDDOS
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hospital bag packing list for my second child
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my postpartum tips & recovery products for a new mom
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5 things my 2 year old is loving lately
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5 of my favorite maternity must haves
Now that I’ve experienced a pregnancy where my 3rd trimester was in the summer and another with a winter 3rd trimester, I can officially say that as long as you have a couple solid staples, your maternity wardrobe doesn’t have to change that much from one pregnancy to another. Sure, you may need a new jacket or bathing suit for the expanding top and bottom portions of your body and maybe a couple new pairs of shorts, but aside from the things below, I’ve been utilizing my current closet full of layering options!
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10 slow cooker recipes to try this winter!
I love slow cooker recipes for so many reasons but the ultimate reason is that I can throw a bunch of ingredients into a big, hot bowl that gets cooked all day and I may have to check on it once or twice to stir, shred, or add the last ingredient. AND THAT’S IT!
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3 things on my 39th birthday wish list
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10 FUN SUMMER BUCKET LIST ACTIVITIES FOR LITTLE KIDS
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VALENTINE’S DAY WALMART + TARGET SNACKS
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MY WW SHOPPING LIST AND TIPS TO STAY ORGANIZED
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WINTER 2020 BUCKET LIST
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50+ HOLIDAY LETTERBOARD IDEAS & INSPIRATION
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25 GIFTS UNDER $50 FOR HIM
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25 GIFTS UNDER $50 FOR HER
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5 FAVORITE FALL RECIPES
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THE BEST ANTI-CAKE SMASH THEME!
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FALL 2020 BUCKET LIST
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HALLOWEEN COSTUME GUIDE 2020
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