My marriage has been made stronger than ever I believe, because of one simple truth: No matter how much I love my son, I love my husband more.
If you have a baby on the way and are thinking, “I don’t know how I’m going to do it all,” these tips are written to encourage you.
Now that your role has expanded to that of a grandmother, I’m seeing a whole new side of your love, not just for my son – but for me. Through the challenging season of being a new mum, you were a constant source of clarity and calm.
It is our son’s first Christmas and he will not be getting any presents. The decision not to give him any gifts is based on wanting to be intentional about how we celebrate not just the holidays, but things like Birthdays too.
I’ve made it my personal mission to ensure T. Rex would read at least three books a day. After all, The American Academy of Pediatricians recommends that “doctors prescribe reading activities along with other advice given to parents at regular check-ups.”
It claims to restore the skin’s natural protective barrier and soften the skin with almond oil, jojoba oil and shea butter. Michelle Lim-Chua reports on how well this worked on her baby’s sensitive skin.
You may be surprised to learn that for someone who doesn’t consider herself “outdoorsy” my son T.Rex spends 50% of his waking hours, outside.
A big believer in letting her baby spend lots of time outdoors, Michelle Lim-Chua puts the gentle and organic anti-critter lotion to the test.
Pregnancy is something that happens to husbands, as much as women. From the moment I discovered I was pregnant, I watched as my husband became almost an entirely different person.
For mothers who have just had a baby, this “Clinically Proven” postpartum gel claims to firm loose skin and reduce puffiness all around. Contributor Michelle Lim-Chua tried this famous postpartum product for herself.
Here are the five tips and tricks, which I believe every soon-to-be mum should know and consider applying for a more comfortable experience at the hospital after the baby comes out.
Meet Sleep Bear, the cuddly plush toy created to help soothe babies with sounds proven effective by doctors. Contributor Michelle Lim-Chua decided there would be no better companion to tackle sleep training with.
Facebook COO Sheryl Sandberg starts her new book, Lean In: Women, Work, and the Will to Lead, by recounting the moment she first realised that pregnant women needed reserved parking.
My son turned two months old yesterday, yet nothing was posted online about it. Not a single photo, video or comment was seen or heard. Friends and family ask why there aren’t more pictures of my little one on Facebook, and I’ve always given the same answer: “I’m respecting his privacy.”
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