The Parentologist

Let’s Talk About: Advice I Give All New Moms

Whether you are about to have a baby, just had a baby, or are a seasoned mom, you can apply the suggestions below to your daily lifestyle. And when I say “new mom” it means any mom that has a new baby, whether it is your first baby or subsequent baby. No matter where you are in your motherhood journey,… Read More

Let’s Talk About: A New Way to Set Goals This Year

Happy New Year!! Whether you believe in making resolutions, making affirmations, or making goals, it is time to be proactive!! Life passes us by so quickly and we need to actively take advantage of the time we have to accomplish what we want in our lifetime. And it’s never too late to start. Even though the first day of the… Read More

Let’s Talk About: The Baby’s Homecoming, My Recovery, & Our First Month Home

The Baby’s Homecoming Even though I had a c-section, I was released from the hospital less than 48 hours postpartum. I was showing signs of a quick recovery and the baby passed all of his required tests. And I wanted to be home with my toddler as I hadn’t been away from her this long before – especially overnight…. Read More

Let’s Talk About: Babywearing Benefits and Safety Tips & Solly Baby Wrap

I unfortunately didn’t do much babywearing with my first baby and it was something I regretted so when I became pregnant with my second baby it was a priority for me to have a baby wrap for him from birth. The fourth trimester is a time for mom and baby to be physically close, which also enhances emotional growth and closeness…. Read More

Let’s Talk About: My Gluten-Free Journey and The Milk Pantry

I have officially been gluten free for seven years now. I became gluten free before it was even well known, a trend, or even a “thing.” I had a sensitive stomach my entire life but lived with it because what other option did I have? It was never bad enough that I had to go to the doctor and eating… Read More

Let’s Talk About: Diaper Bag Essentials and Fawn Design

Before I had children, I used to get excited about flowers and jewelry, and now that I am a mom, I am ecstatic when I get a new diaper bundle in the mail and when I capture a photo with both of my children looking at the camera. And recently, I got especially giddy when my new diaper bag arrived… Read More

Let’s Talk About: Why I Switched to Tom’s of Maine Long Lasting Deodorant

If you read my post in October about my experience with breast cancer, you know that after my diagnosis, I completely switched to products that were free of various chemical ingredients, like aluminum, to improve the wellness in my life. It was my choice to have more of a natural lifestyle and one of the first products I changed was… Read More

Let’s Talk About: My Birth Story

Every birth story is unique, miraculous, and beautiful in its own way. Whether it’s a water birth, a home birth, a hospital birth, or a belly birth, it is a tremendous accomplishment for any mom to conceive, carry, and birth a baby. No matter what way your baby arrives into this world, mothers should be commended for the dedication and… Read More

Let’s Talk About: Inviting Toddlers to Help You with Household Tasks

My toddler is constantly asking to help me. Whether it’s cooking, cleaning, or organizing, she wants to do what her mommy does as much as she possibly can. It’s true that some things are much easier and quicker when I do them myself but there is such pride and joyfulness in her heart when I say “yes” and let her… Read More

Let’s Talk About: Top 30 Hospital Bag Essentials You Never Thought Of Before

The last time I packed a birth bag for the hospital, I brought way too many items that I never used. I was determined this time around to only bring the essentials that I needed. So I sat down and made a comprehensive list of these items and wanted to share them with you in case it gives you any… Read More