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How to survive life with a newborn

Here’s your guide to survive all things new mom. Well, maybe not all things, but these are the most popular posts from MothersRest for prego ladies and mommas of newborns. All in one spot. First off, newborns like to poop...

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Why momma turns into the big bad, wicked witch of the west

“Look at my drawing of our family!” There was a PAUSE. Followed by my friend’s puzzled response: “Where’s the mommy?” “Oh,” her daughter replied, “She died.” #thanksDisney But don’t worry, Disney always offers up a female role model. She’s just...

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The secret to date night success

Some people claim that marriage sucks after kids. There might be some truth in that. Maybe just a little, teeny, tiny bit? Because: You haven’t talked to your partner in weeks. There are chores and work and baby stuff and...

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10 ways to use a fleece blanket

Look, I know you have, like, 50 baby blankets. Unless your great grandma hand-quilted them, you probably only need 7: one for baby to love on right now, three that baby has loved on (that are in the dirty laundry...

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How to be a Rock Star Dad

Ok, listen up, baby daddy! This advice applies to Valentine’s Day, Christmas Day, Mother’s Day, Birth Day, Anniversary Day. Instead of getting Miss Thang more stuff to dust, or flowers that will wilt or more bling to wear… Here’s what...

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It ain’t E.A.S.Y being the baby whisperer

Hey there, new mom! How many parenting books have you read today? Two? Five? None? If you answered none, you’re my new hero (or maybe you’re just too tired to cram words into your brain.) Also, I don’t believe you....

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Sleep when the baby sleeps

Ah, the old “sleep when the baby sleeps” advice. Who does that? Can you find 10 minutes in your day when sweetness is snoozing to catch up on some zzzzz’s? Can you commit to dropping everything to hit the hay?...

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Mommy Brain: how to fight the fog

You’ve got Mommy Brain, huh? Does this sound familiar? Your new bundle of joy (or old bundle of joy if your 5-year-old hates sleep, your partner snores, or your dog dream-barks) keeps waking you up at night. You never get...

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