Nine months sounds like a long time, but it can be a whirlwind for pregnant women preparing for the day when their baby boy or girl arrives. In the days that follow, new mothers will learn how to change...
The summer came and went for many, not fast enough for some, or way too fast for others — no matter which it was for you, it’s time to gear up for some one-on-one fun with your littles. Back...
Looking for places to go, activities, and things to do for Spring Break (or anytime really)? We have compiled a list of posts to provide you with a comprehensive guide for road trips, day trips, or fun activities and...
Baby showers are simply a given, and although I am a mother, I sometimes have no idea what I should gift the expectant mom. Frankly, I have forgotten what items I loved during the newborn stage, and as time...
Before marriage, before kids, my husband and I made the first major commitment of our life together when we brought home our puppy, Annabelle. We were both so in love with that sweet little ball of fur, and like...
The doctor came into the room to discuss the scans that had been done earlier that same day. He introduced himself to us, sat down, and began to go over everything. When he looked up, we made eye contact,...
There’s a great quote from Valerie Harper that I really love: “Motherhood is a miracle no matter how it comes to you.” For me, it came through adoption.
From the time I was a young girl, I felt drawn to...
As childbirth educators, one thing we've realized is that expectant couples eagerly preparing for the birth of a baby have a lot on their minds! They take classes to prepare for labor, breastfeeding classes, and even classes to learn...
My friend Meg recently posted a picture of her and her mother on her first day of Kindergarten. The picture was so sweet--you could tell it was from a different era. It was fun to see how her mom, and...
My family has always taken the need for children to learn to swim seriously. It’s no secret that according to the CDC, drowning is responsible for more deaths among children ages 1 to 4 than any other cause aside...
I can never talk about the struggles of motherhood or pregnancy without starting out by saying I absolutely love and adore my children. Their precious existence outweighs any hardship this chapter of life may entail. Quite frankly, when I...
Spotted Stork is a locally owned baby boutique nestled in a cozy pink cottage on 1st Avenue North in Jacksonville Beach. When owner Julie Wintz envisioned Spotted Stork, she kept several things in mind: she wanted to "offer distinctive and...