Our family is growing at the end of the summer, with the anticipated arrival of our fourth baby. We are so excited to see how our family changes with the addition of this new little one! We currently have...
Special thanks to Rachel Clarke Photography and Marchele J Photo for capturing all of the beautiful photos of the evening.
Our second annual Bloom event was a ton of fun and filled with numerous resources for parents and babies. Moms,...
If you want to stir up some controversy, just make a statement about what a mom-to-be should (or should not) do in terms of exercise while she is pregnant. Arguments ranging from "Crossfit for every pregnant mama!" to "everyone...
Remember adolescence? Raging hormonal shifts. Rapid physical growth and development. Significant changes in roles, responsibilities, and expectations. Reconfiguring social support with family and friends. As a society, we generally understand these changes and make reasonable accommodations for young people...
The Fourth Trimester
I remember the first time I heard the term "fourth trimester": the 12 weeks following childbirth. I was right in the middle of it myself, and thought, "Yes! That's a brilliant term to describe what's going on with...
Birmingham Moms Blog is thrilled to announce that we are bringing Bloom back to our city for the 2nd year! We are linking arms with the City Moms Blog Network {our parent site} as well as 60+ other Sister...
Pregnancy is hard. Period. Even a “text book” pregnancy with no complications is challenging. I knew this from my first go-round but, as the last weeks of my second pregnancy fade away, I now know what a “hard” pregnancy...
On September 28, 2016, my husband and I were shocked to learn that our son was expected to be much bigger than average, like 95% big. It was my due date and I had been praying for over a...
What's a Doula?
First of all, you may be reading this and wondering what in the world a doula even is. Don't worry, I didn't know either, but I'm here to fill you in . . . and to tell...
Like a good scout . . .
I was prepared. In the weeks leading up to my due date I did all I could to be equipped for bringing my son into the world au naturel. Bradley Method? Check. Ina...
In + Around Birmingham
The Ultimate Lake Martin Getaway
Something for everyone
If you are looking for a family getaway that includes great views, water, hiking, and fun activities for everyone, look no further...
