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What’s Wrong: Living with a Mystery Diagnosis

Blog Post· Noah's Journey

9/26

It has been over two years since we started the journey to a diagnosis for Noah. It has been scary and full of tears, pain mixed with joy and celebration. Over the last two years he has had countless blood tests, two MRIs of his brain, two EEGs, two cardiac Echos, two EKGs, and hundreds of hours of ... Read More about What’s Wrong: Living with a Mystery Diagnosis

What’s Wrong: Mystery Diagnosis

Blog Post· Noah's Journey

10/5

Following Noah’s specialty appointment with Neurology I went from thinking he was just on his own path to wondering “what’s wrong with my baby”! I was terrified and desperately searching for answers. Time was racing by and he still wasn’t talking, or walking. Because several of the tests ordered ... Read More about What’s Wrong: Mystery Diagnosis

Quality Time Cooking with Kids

Blog Post

8/1

Raddish Kids Cooking Club Considering everything going on with baby Noah, I have been searching for opportunities to spend quality time with my oldest son Luke. Sometimes I worry he will feel ignored or left out. Between doctor appointments and therapy sessions, lately Noah has been ... Read More about Quality Time Cooking with Kids

My Rainbow Pregnancy

Blog Post· Noah's Journey

7/25

If you are in the middle of a rainbow pregnancy and feel scared and anxious, then know that I’ve been there.  And I want you to know that having a beautiful rainbow baby—as I did—is worth all the fear, anxiety, pain, tears, rollercoaster emotions you are currently going through. After losing ... Read More about My Rainbow Pregnancy

Milestones: When to Ask Your Doctor

Advice· Toys and Development

7/20

As parents we are always asking ourselves if our children are growing and developing properly. But instead of telling you all the fun milestones they will be doing, I want to give you a resource for when to speak with your pediatrician. Speak to your doctor if your child: 2 months ... Read More about Milestones: When to Ask Your Doctor

What’s Wrong, Journey to a Diagnosis

Blog Post· Noah's Journey

7/12

Noah has always been on his own schedule.  He put me through a slow progressing 14-hour labor before deciding he was suddenly ready to appear with no medical staff in the room! He was on his own schedule smiling for the first time at 12 weeks, he didn’t sit until he was over 7 months old, and ... Read More about What’s Wrong, Journey to a Diagnosis

Baby Registry Essentials: What I Wish I Had Put on my Baby Registry

Baby Gear· Blog Post· Most Popular· Product Reviews

7/10

A Pediatric Doctor's Expert Opinion Having a baby can be overwhelming, but creating your baby registry does not need to be. Here are baby registry essentials, the best options available that have been used and loved by a pediatric physician, what more could you ask? This post may contain ... Read More about Baby Registry Essentials: What I Wish I Had Put on my Baby Registry

Taking your own Newborn Photos

Blog Post

7/3

Taking photos of a newborn can be tricky, but it is so rewarding to look back on those precious moments. Plus, in these uncertain times it is helpful to know how to capture these priceless newborn photos yourself. I am a fan of very simple, natural photos so I did not need an elaborate set-up. To ... Read More about Taking your own Newborn Photos

Teething Remedies: 5 Tips to Help Your Teething Baby

Advice· Teething

6/27

A teething baby is hard, there is no way around it, and all babies go through it. Unfortunately it seems like it lasts forever. Beginning for most between 4-6mo and continuing until 24+ months old! Sometimes with no substantial breaks between teeth. The key to making teething bearable is being ... Read More about Teething Remedies: 5 Tips to Help Your Teething Baby

LovEvery: Learning Problem Solving

Product Reviews· Toy Reviews

6/19

Box 6: The Thinker (Months 11-12) As baby is quickly transforming into a toddler this box has everything to stimulate their problem solving skills. Complete with baby's first wallet including cards and wooden coins for baby to zip and carry. A beautiful wooden box that has a sliding top to teach ... Read More about LovEvery: Learning Problem Solving

Anti-Racism Resources

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6/13

Racism is a world wide problem. We need to do better. We need to BE BETTER! I am not an expert on the subject, but I wanted to give you some resources to help from people whom have spent far more time doing research on the subject. I will continue to add to this post as I find more excellent ... Read More about Anti-Racism Resources

LovEvery Blocks: The Best Blocks

Product Reviews· Toy Reviews

6/12

My favorite childhood toy is wooden blocks, we own several sets but this colorful set by LovEvery is the most versatile and complete I have seen. From building towers, to villages for little peg people, to sorting shapes, stringing beads, and making a pull wagon. This set has it all! I love that all ... Read More about LovEvery Blocks: The Best Blocks

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I am sad the Christmas season is ending, there is I am sad the Christmas season is ending, there is so much magic watching children experience all the beautiful joy 💕 
Isabella was a little uncertain about Santa this year. She LOVED talking to him but didn’t want to sit on his lap for more than 30 seconds. Noah on the other hand was his biggest fan. Luke is learned why all the Santa’s look different 😅
All my life my heart longed for a baby girl. This All my life my heart longed for a baby girl. This precious girl has changed and grown our family in all the best ways. I can hardly remember what life was like without her strong firey personality in it.
Motherhood has been hard, so incredibly challenging, but it is also the most incredible journey I have ever been on! 

Pictured in the @bravadodesigns Beaucoup nursing bra, very comfortable and supportive enough to wear all day.
It happens so quickly, the beautiful Fall colors a It happens so quickly, the beautiful Fall colors are disappearing and winter’s cold temperatures are taking over Georgia. Just last week we were making leaf piles and wearing shorts. Now we hide in doors under blankets and search for ways to entertain tiny balls of energy. 
Sweet Isabella woke up in the wee hours with her first stomach bug. My heart breaks for her. What are your favorite ways to heal upset tummies? And to entertain siblings stuck indoors?
It has been a busy week! Luke started 1st grade an It has been a busy week! Luke started 1st grade and Noah returned to his special needs preschool (he goes 2 days/wk). 

This year I really struggled with the decision between homeschool and public school. For so many reasons my heart lies with homeschooling, but in the end we chose to let the boys choose and they both desired to be with their friends in public school. 

What type of schooling have you chosen for your kids and why?
As the parent of a child with a rare medical diagn As the parent of a child with a rare medical diagnosis, going to the doctor is very uncomfortable. While Noah is doing extremely well his specialist ends all her sentences with phrases like “for now” or “at the moment”. It’s like she refuses to even hope that he will thrive. Yes, realistic expectations are important, but the facts are that Noah’s genetics are exceptionally rare and nobody knows what he will accomplish. 
So today I choose joy, joy that he is still with us, joy that he is catching up in every way, and JOY that I am blessed to be his mama and learn so much from him. 
#musculardystrophy
A few months ago Isabella turned 1 year old! She i A few months ago Isabella turned 1 year old! She is bright, beautiful, hilarious, and compassionate. She says “mama”, “dada”, “hi”, and “bye”. Her brothers adore her and love making her laugh. Bella is still a great sleeper, and eating is her favorite. She is starting to take her first steps and we are excited to watch her grow! 

When did your babies walk?

(I took these photos at 12mo old, but my phone has been having technical difficulties and I couldn’t post them.)

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I am sad the Christmas season is ending, there is I am sad the Christmas season is ending, there is so much magic watching children experience all the beautiful joy 💕 
Isabella was a little uncertain about Santa this year. She LOVED talking to him but didn’t want to sit on his lap for more than 30 seconds. Noah on the other hand was his biggest fan. Luke is learned why all the Santa’s look different 😅
All my life my heart longed for a baby girl. This All my life my heart longed for a baby girl. This precious girl has changed and grown our family in all the best ways. I can hardly remember what life was like without her strong firey personality in it.
Motherhood has been hard, so incredibly challenging, but it is also the most incredible journey I have ever been on! 

Pictured in the @bravadodesigns Beaucoup nursing bra, very comfortable and supportive enough to wear all day.
It happens so quickly, the beautiful Fall colors a It happens so quickly, the beautiful Fall colors are disappearing and winter’s cold temperatures are taking over Georgia. Just last week we were making leaf piles and wearing shorts. Now we hide in doors under blankets and search for ways to entertain tiny balls of energy. 
Sweet Isabella woke up in the wee hours with her first stomach bug. My heart breaks for her. What are your favorite ways to heal upset tummies? And to entertain siblings stuck indoors?
It has been a busy week! Luke started 1st grade an It has been a busy week! Luke started 1st grade and Noah returned to his special needs preschool (he goes 2 days/wk). 

This year I really struggled with the decision between homeschool and public school. For so many reasons my heart lies with homeschooling, but in the end we chose to let the boys choose and they both desired to be with their friends in public school. 

What type of schooling have you chosen for your kids and why?

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