Sep 30, 2008 Posted by Amanda

Mommy and Baby Halloween Costumes

(If you are looking for Mommy to be Halloween Costumes, click here) October is my favorite time of year. Not only because the leaves are changing and its starting to sprinkle but because its time to get scared and dress up. Since this is the first year I will have a small sidekick I have been brainstorming some costume ideas. Below is a list of my ideas so far. Do you have any to add? Lobster and a... read more

Sep 30, 2008 Posted by Amanda

How to: Make an Easy Cheesecake

I made this cheesecake over the weekend with a crushed oreo cookie crust. It was delicious. I say was because we have pretty much eaten the entire thing and it’s only Tuesday. For some reason nibbling all those bites with the refrigerator door open have added up. I blame it on the fact that eating an entire pie that way doesn’t feel as bad as serving up a whole piece! Easy Cherry Cheesecake... read more

Sep 30, 2008 Posted by Amanda

Mirena – I Got It

I got Mirena yesterday. It was not bad at all. I did a lot of research on it before hand. (You might want to read my post on the pros and cons of the Mirena IUD/IUC.) The procedure took about 5 minutes total and didn’t hurt. Yesterday, after it was put in, I had a few period-like cramps but nothing Motrin couldn’t handle. I woke up this morning feeling fine. So far so good. My only issue is... read more

Sep 23, 2008 Posted by Amanda

Mirena IUD Birth Control – To get or not to get?

Do you have or are you considering getting Mirena or another IUD? Let us know about it in the comments! Since Lily was born I have become progressively more worried about the possibility of getting pregnant again. Obviously the pill doesn’t work for me and, short of tubal ligation, there are only a few other options. When you are breastfeeding you can only take the mini pill. The chances of getting... read more

Sep 16, 2008 Posted by Amanda

How To: Give a Baby Massage

Baby Massage is a relaxing activity that parents can do to bond with their baby. It is just one of the ways parents can communicate love through touch. Several studies also show that massage supports positive infant development and growth. Following are the many benefits of infant massage. Physical benefits of Baby Massage: Increases blood flow and circulation. Strengthens the immune system. Stimulates... read more

Sep 12, 2008 Posted by Amanda

How To: Comments for Blogger.com Users

I’ve been noticing a trend with blogger.com users (users with website addresses that are example.blogspot.com). By default the system only allows people with a blogger account or a sub domain blog to post comments. A sub domain blog would be something like example.wordpress.com or example.typepad.com. So how do you let anyone with a regular domain name (like mine) post a comment? Go to Settings >... read more