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Every time I think I’ve made my very last baby related purchase someone tells me about a product that peaks my interest. On the docket today… baby legs. If you aren’t familiar, (I had no idea prior to a recent conversation with a new mom), baby legs are leg warmers for infants and children. They … Read more
My husband requested a glider and ottoman for the baby’s room. We were offered rocking chairs from both sets of future grandparents, but my husband really wanted a more comfortable place to rock and read to the baby. This has been his one and only request for baby gear. I wasn’t so sure we needed … Read more
In preparation for the chaos that might ensure after the little one arrives I have successfully prepared two enchilada dinners, one large lasagna, three servings of beef chili, four servings of an Indian inspired chicken dish and four servings of cooked/cubed chicken which can be thrown into pasta dishes with little work or effort. The … Read more
I was wondering if any of the moms out there could help me decide what to pack for the hospital. The little one is due in just under five weeks and I’m not sure if I should buy a nursing night gown or simply bring along a top and shorts. I think a nursing nightgown … Read more
I really wish I knew how to knit or sew. When I was in high school I bought a bunch of patterns and made cotton, summer dresses for myself. I did a decent job with the clothes that didn’t require buttons or zippers, but the second something more complicated came along in the design my … Read more
I dropped a wad of dough on a few more baby related items tonight. In essence I purchased a few last minute essentials I thought we needed to gather before the baby arrives. If all goes well I plan to put the baby to sleep in a co-sleeper that will attach to the side of … Read more
When I created the initial list of pregnancy and baby related expenses I considered medical care, hospital stays, nursery furniture and general baby care items like diapers and clothing. I didn’t create a budget for myself, but I did review prices and use coupons whenever possible. One thing I did not consider adding to the … Read more
A quick search on the website of my health insurance provider estimated the costs of a vaginal hospital birth at $13,193. The average cost for a cesarean delivery is listed as $18,308. That’s actually a lot less than I would have predicted, but a lot more than I’d like to pay. Now that I’ve picked … Read more
Somehow or another my husband and I have never gotten around to writing a will. We have a fair amount of properties and assets at this stage in our lives, but we’ve never taken a pen to paper to determine what to do with them if something happens to us. With a little one on … Read more
Last night my husband and I found ourselves wide awake at 3 o’clock in the morning discussing the soon-to-be arrival of our first child. Although the little one isn’t due until October we’re already trying to figure out how best to prepare for those first few weeks of long days and sleepless nights. My ever-so-understanding … Read more