Monthly Archives: August 2010

Colic and the Breastfed Baby

Posted on August 31, 2010 by carrie

If you’re new here, you may want to subscribe to my RSS feed. Thanks for visiting!Here’s another great question from a reader: What is the best suggestion you have for a colic baby that is breastfed? photo credit: iskir Colic … Continue reading →

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To My Husband, On Our First Anniversary

Posted on August 24, 2010 by carrie

My Dear Z, I want you to know how much I appreciate you and all the things you do for our family. This might sound odd, but I’ve been thinking of that young woman you dated before you met me. … Continue reading →

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These Eyes

Posted on August 19, 2010 by carrie

She is still my baby. She is spunk personified. She has a dimple in her left cheek. And two beauty marks. Just in case you get lost. Couldn’t you get lost in these eyes?

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Big Sister

Posted on August 16, 2010 by carrie

Today it’s just me and my girls. The boys are spending the night with Grandma and little Z is at school. Ilana Rose is very enamored with her baby sister Ruby Zofia. Obviously the feeling is mutual. I love the … Continue reading →

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10 Month Old Nursing/Sleeping Issues

Posted on August 15, 2010 by carrie

I got this email from a friend and thought I would post it here in case anyone else had some ideas for this mom. Dear Carrie, Aidan (not his real name) is almost 10 months and I am still nursing. … Continue reading →

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Homeschool, 2010-2011

Posted on August 9, 2010 by carrie

1:35 pm. It’s quiet time. The kids are in their beds writing in their journals and reading books. photo credit: jimmiehomeschoolmom The 12 year old has done vocabulary (he’s studying Latin and Greek root words) and sign language. The 9 … Continue reading →

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Handy Spray Review

Posted on August 6, 2010 by carrie

While I was pregnant, I was contacted about reviewing the Handy Spray. In a nutshell, Handy Spray is a hand-held “bidet” that hooks right on to your toilet and doesn’t require a plumber to install. It took my husband about … Continue reading →

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Wordless Wednesday: Ruby Grins

Posted on August 5, 2010 by carrie
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Review: Motherlove Birth and Baby Oil

Posted on August 5, 2010 by carrie

Motherlove Birth and Baby Oil Review submitted by: Kirstan Graham Motherlove Birth and Baby Oil is an organic apricot oil with a touch of lavender for multiple uses throughout pregnancy, birth and baby’s tender years. The oil itself is light … Continue reading →

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Natural Moms Podcast #142

Posted on August 5, 2010 by carrie

My guest this week is Dr. Michal Regev. She is a Registered Psychologist and a Registered Marriage and Family Therapist.  Her website is at http://www.drregev.com/ Our topic is mood disorders and depression during pregnancy. We discuss why women get depressed … Continue reading →

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