When I was a new mom, the thing I wanted more than anything else was a working set of opposable thumbs. I wanted to...
I made it four weeks between appointments. Four whole weeks. Considering I found out about our pregnancy when I was just two weeks pregnant and...
When it came to finding out the sex of my babies, I found that I enjoyed waiting until birth to find out much more...
With all the things that could go wrong in a body, it's a real wonder that babies are born everyday.  Think about the journey...
  So here  you are on the verge of a new and exciting  journey in your life and even if you think you might be...
You know the feeling: You’re 5 weeks, 6 days postpartum, and you’re heading into your OB in the morning for the all-clear appointment. Your...
My second pregnancy was high risk but it took me more than a year to confront and internalize that rather basic fact. I acquired...
Recommendations provided here are not intended to replace conversations with your own medical care provider.  Sometimes, it doesn’t just take a village to raise a...
We are thrilled to announce that tickets to our 3rd Annual Bloom:: An Event for New and Expecting Moms are now on sale! *UPDATE: TICKETS...

Dear Baby Girl

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Dear Baby Girl, You both delight and terrify me. I have spent many a sleepless night wishing for you, and now that you're on the way...
There are many, ever-changing books, blogs, and websites on the topics of pregnancy, labor and birth, breastfeeding, and newborn/child wellness. Whether you are having...

What’s in a Name?

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As we come into the 30th week of pregnancy, my husband and I have many lists going. A list on things to get done,...
I don't know about you, but I love hearing other women's birth stories. I think there is something inside us as momma's that enjoy...
I just had our second daughter a few months ago, and I have been reminded of just how difficult life with a newborn can...

In + Around Vermont

The UVM Men’s Soccer National Championship Matters to Vermont Families

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Late into the evening on Monday, December 16, I lay in bed while my three kids were asleep, watching the Men’s National Collegiate Soccer...