Awhile back, I stepped out on a limb and shared my parental concerns with my toddler daughter. I discussed my frustrations with her language development and then spoke about the FREE statewide program I turned to — Early On Michigan. In that post, I also mentioned how we would have the choice on whether we should […]
12 Tips for Natural Childbirth {One Mom’s Experience}
Birth sticks with a woman, remaining in her bone and her flesh as an embodied memory long after the baby has left her womb. – Pamela E. Klassen When I posted on my Facebook that Miles was born, I contemplated whether or not I should add that it was a drug-free birth. I went back […]
My Hair Donation To Wigs 4 Kids
There is no denying it — each of us has had cancer impact our lives in some way or another. This week I had a new reason to say screw cancer, because two family members were diagnosed with it. Like most of the world, I loathe cancer. I hate that it hurts so many people, and I really hate […]
Our Newborn Photo Session with Deanna Spivey Photography, Metro Detroit Photographer
I often like to stand on my soapbox and tell moms-to-be a few things they should consider getting with a new baby. Skip the $500 strollers and the heaps of things you may never use — get a great camera, a great rocking chair, and a photo package for the baby’s first year of life, or […]
Miles’ Birth Story: Third Child Charm
Last Wednesday I went in for my midwife appointment at 40 weeks, 5 days. She swept my membranes for the third time. THIRD time’s a charm, right? I was dilated to 4cm and 80 percent effaced. But where was my baby?! After she reassured me it would be literally a day or two, I went […]
To My Son Before You Are Born
To My Son {Before You Are Born}, In a few weeks {perhaps even days}, we’re going to meet for the very first time. You’re likely going to cause me an incredible amount of pain and then you’re going to make your grand entrance into the world and fill a section in my heart where I […]
My Maternity Photo Shoot with Deanna Spivey Photography, A Metro Detroit Photographer
Awhile back, my friend Deanna of Deanna Spivey Photography, asked if she could take maternity photos for me. My initial response was “no thanks” — simply because I’d just rather have photos of my family, not me, around my house. And let’s face it — this is my third baby, so it’s not exactly like […]
35 Weeks Pregnant
When you’re a third time mom, it’s kind of hard to get those cute belly pics without a mini photo bomber. Related: I am too big and hot to do my hair, so waves and ponytails is likely what you will see from here on out 😉 35 weeks pregnant?! Oh man. My heart just […]
Letter To My Husband: Our Marriage, Six Years Later
Photo by Lara Douglas Photography My Love, I can’t believe we have been married six years today. To many, this may not seem like much, but according to divorce statistics, I’d say it hopefully means we are in it for the long haul. {According to stats, 20 percent of marriages end in 5 years.} Isn’t […]
Where I Hope To Grow In My 30s {Happy Birthday To Me!}
Today is my 30th birthday and despite a surprise pregnancy altering my view of how exactly I would celebrate, I am determined to live it up in the decade ahead! I have grown SO much during the past 10 years and I look forward to continuing to refine myself more during the next 10 to create Lauren: Version 3.0. […]
A Pregnant Lady, Hudsonville Ice Cream and Detroit Tiger’s Baseball
I just ordered a Detroit Tiger’s maternity T-shirt because… I am throwing the first ceremonial pitch at the Detroit Tigers game next Friday, June 13th {versus the Minnesota Twins} on behalf of one of my favorite Michigan brands, Hudsonville Ice Cream! When the company asked me to do it, my first instinct was to say […]
24 Weeks Pregnant
Oh man! Time is starting to fly and I am trying to squeeze in every possible major task I can before baby comes. We have been SO busy turning our home upside-down and purging things, painting all of our kid bedrooms and taking adventures as a family! Speaking of adventures…We are heading to Myrtle Beach […]
When Your Child Is “Behind.” My Experience With Early On Michigan
A few months ago, I heard something that was a bit of a shock from our pediatrician. She was worried that Karina {then 18 months old} may be behind with her language development. She told us to wait until 20 months, and if there wasn’t a lot of improvement, to give Early On Michigan, a […]
My 2014 Springtime Favorites
IT’S SPRING! OK, while this phrase seems to be meaningless here in Michigan this year, it’s still fun to think about, right? I have to say, I am certainly digging all the pastels I’m seeing in stores…and I’m not one to typically be drawn to pastels. Clearly it has been a LONG winter. Today I’m […]
…And Then There Were 5
My mom always told me the best blessings are unexpected…I think it was her way of justifying my surprise arrival into the world. I can officially now say I believe it. Right before Thanksgiving, I found out I was pregnant. We had planned to have three children, but I was planning on waiting at least […]
Winter Favorites
This post contains affiliate links. That didn’t sway my decisions at all — promise! I’ll admit it: Winter isn’t my favorite season, but it does have some charm to it, right? Like the way the snow sparkles in the sun. And kids look all cute bundled up with rosy cheeks. I admit, after that, I […]
Breastfeeding At 17 Months
This post is about my breastfeeding journey. Please know I support you no matter how you choose to feed your child. This is just something that has been a huge part of my life lately and I need to write it out 🙂 Lately I’ve noticed a trend among family and friends, and heck — […]
12 Days of Happy
For the post below, I am linking up with fellow Michigan blogger Parsimonious Pash for her 12 Days of Happy! During the holiday season, it’s easy to get wrapped up in the silly things: When you might find time to shop, or wrap gifts {does anyone want to wrap mine?}, how you can find time to squeeze […]
NickMom #MotherFunny Things My 3-Year-Old Says
OK, we all know kids say the darnest things. I knew this going into motherhood. What I didn’t know was how funny it would be to hear your kids get absolutely mind blown on a daily basis. I’m so excited to share some of my NickMom MotherFunny moments! Kinley is at such an awesome age — 3. […]
A Cider Mill, A River, and A New Walker
Today was the perfect cool fall day and we decided to head to the cider mill for some cider and donuts after a long few days filled with teething and hardcore potty training. It started off as an amazing mother/daughters day with complete with giggles, sweet treats hot-from-the-oven, and just soaking in the beauty of […]
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