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Pregnant During a Pandemic: The Things We Don’t Talk About

5 Benefits of the Philips Avent Soothie Snuggle Pacifier Set (Giveaway)

How To Make Coasters With Cricut Joy Infusible Ink Transfer Sheets

How To Talk To Children About What They See on the News

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How To Choose a Breast Pump + Tips to Pump Successfully

Chili Cheese Dog Casserole (Low Carb) Recipe

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All The Things I Miss About Breastfeeding (& what I don’t)

How To Make Baby’s First Easter Special

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Health & Fitness

10+ Best Sites for Virtual Workouts to Do From Home – on the cheap!

When Moms Say ‘I Need a Break’ – This Is What We Mean

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30 Ideas for a Family Date Night At Home (Free Challenge Printable)

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Chicken Fajita Casserole (Low Carb) Recipe

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Health & Fitness

Emergency Quarantine Checklist – Everything You Need to Survive Isolation

Leftover Corned Beef Reuben Casserole (Keto–Friendly)

21 Day Minimalism Challenge (Free Printable Checklist)

50+ Ways To Express Love to a Spouse Based on the 5 Love Languages

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20 Romantic Valentine’s Day Quotes For Husbands

10 Intense The Rhythm Section Movie Quotes

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I just realized that I never shared a photo of our

I just realized that I never shared a photo of our new bundle of joy! Meet sweet baby boy, Cassian. He’s a great sleeper and nurses like a pro! Mama got lucky with this boy. ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ I also want to share that my husband gifted me a HUGE polka dot blanket from @bigblanketco instead of flowers, as a labor gift. I think it’s the perfect way to celebrate a new addition to the family. Seriously, the blanket it almost bigger than our whole sectional lol. As a collector of throw blankets, this one takes the cake! Good job, hubby! 👏 #unfilteredmotherhood #motherhoodunplugged

ad • A goal I had for the summer was to finish m

ad • A goal I had for the summer was to finish my son's superhero room! Thanks to @officialcricut – we're almost there. ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ I found some cute buckets to store little toys and shoes and wanted to customize them! Using my Cricut Joy and the Cricut Design Space, I made these fun Superhero Comic Bubble vinyl decals to match his room! I'm sharing the free file on my blog today, along with a step-by-step tutorial so you can cut and layer these decals at home! ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ Check out my Insta Stories today to see the buckets in his room! _____ 💥😍 #cricutjoy #cricutathome #cricutcreated #marvelkid #comicbooklover https://lnk2.io/wtYXh6R

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