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2019 Orlando Christmas Bucket List

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15 Holiday Volunteer Opportunities in Orlando

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Seasons 52 Root & Vine Menu + New Fall Favorites

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How To Prepare for a Storm When You Don’t Have Money to Spare

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Taste! Central Florida: Eating & Giving Back – GRAB YOUR TICKETS!

10 Best Parks in Florida To Visit Year Round

Most Interesting Orlando Museums: A Visitor’s Guide

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10 Reasons Daytona Lagoon is the Best Florida Water Park

7 Best Florida Beach Towns To Visit This Year

5 Best Weekend Trips in Florida (on a budget)

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Where to find the Best Brunch in Disney Springs

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6 Fun Places To Take Kids During a Heat Wave

10 Best Toddler Activities in Orlando (that aren’t Disney)

10 Cheapest Things to Do in Florida With Kids

6 Exclusive things to do at the 2019 Epcot Flower & Garden Festival

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8 Must-Try Sweets, Treats, and Drinks at Epcot’s Flower & Garden Festival

Why you should choose the Central Florida Zoo for a Birthday Party

Seasons 52 Review & Valentine’s Day Deals

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Nothing prepared me for how I’d feel about being

Nothing prepared me for how I’d feel about being a mom of two. I came home with my new baby and instantly felt the mom guilt. I didn’t want my toddler to feel left out or confused about why mommy wasn’t giving him attention. I knew I’d be too tired to do the things we used to do together. ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ Now that we’re almost a week into this new family of ours, I realize that we can adapt to anything. I’m taking advantage of any moments I can get with my two-year-old, including our naps together — which we’ve both always cherished. ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ The best advice I’ve received for becoming a mom of two is to continue to give the oldest child all my attention, while tending to baby’s needs. Thank you @summerlendavis for that. 💙 #motherhoodunplugged #unfilteredmotherhood #mothersonlove

Nothing in life has been more rewarding than seein

Nothing in life has been more rewarding than seeing my 2 year old smile at his baby brother for the first time. •Insert sobs here• 💙🤱🏻 #newsiblings #motherhoodunfiltered

I’d like to introduce everyone to our newest add

I’d like to introduce everyone to our newest addition: Cassian Julius Santos. He was born at 3:07am, weighing 6lbs 14 oz, 19 1/2 inches. It was an unmedicated birth that took only one push! 😅 Mommy is recovering from a 4th degree tear and Cassian is a breastfeeding machine! 💙 Our family is complete. #motherhood #motherhoodunplugged

As we wait for our baby boy to make an appearance,

WE ARE ON BABY WATCH! I’ll be 38 weeks on Weds a

WE ARE ON BABY WATCH! I’ll be 38 weeks on Weds and while my induction of labor isn’t scheduled until 7/22, I am 4-5cm dilated. Last Monday I was 3cm so my body is progressing and labor could begin any day now. Keep us in your prayers! I’m excited to meet our sweet boy. 💙 ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ In case you missed it, here’s my latest blog post about being pregnant during a pandemic: https://butfirstjoy.com/pregnant-during-a-pandemic/

Pregnancy always seems so glamorous and at times,

Pregnancy always seems so glamorous and at times, like during this shoot with @kossinacreative, it is. ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ However, during a pandemic — pregnancy isn’t necessarily fun. From no support at doctor’s appointments to feeling absolutely forgotten, I’m sharing all the things we haven’t talked about in regards to pregnancy during this COVID mess. ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ Visit butfirstjoy.com or click the link in my bio! ____ 🤰🏻🥺 #covidpregnancy #pandemicpregnancy #9monthspregnant #thirdtrimester #pregnancyproblems

(ad) Trolls World Tour is now available on 4K, Blu

(ad) Trolls World Tour is now available on 4K, Blu-ray, and DVD! To celebrate, I was sent a package FILLED with Trolls-tastic goodies! #TrollsWorldTour

Today we honor the dads and my husband is truly th

Today we honor the dads and my husband is truly the best father I know! He shows authentic compassion and love to our son. His love for him knows no bounds and it shows in the little things he does for him each and every day. I’m so honored to be married to such a man and to be bringing a second son into the world with such an incredible role model and guide in his life. ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ For all the dads who are there physically and emotionally for their children, I give you my thanks. You are breaking cycles and setting examples that our children so desperately need and deserve. No matter the kind of father figure you are, you deserve a special day just for you but more importantly, you should be noticed and recognize year round. Stay strong, vulnerable, and open with our children. We’re all counting on you. #fathersday2020 📸: @kossinacreative