5 Best Places to Buy Maternity Clothes
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5 Best Places to Buy Maternity Clothes

ByMariel

So, let’s just put this out there… I’m currently pregnant with my 7th child and it was a total surprise.  I had actually given away all of my maternity clothes that I had collected on my 6-baby-way.  I really, really thought I was done!  But, God had something else in mind for me.  This little girl coming my way is meant to be and we can’t wait to meet her. There are actually 7 kids in my family and 7 in my husband’s family, so it’s kind of fun to carry on the tradition.  We love big families!

Anyway, back to my point.  Maternity clothes.  I’ve bought sooooo many over the past 15 years and now I’m buying them all over again.

Connecting with Older Kids – 15 Tips to Try (she: Veronica)
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Connecting with Older Kids – 15 Tips to Try (she: Veronica)

ByVeronica

Many parents don’t enjoy their older kids as much as they could. Why? Because older kids can be SO HARD! But I also think it’s because they just can’t figure out how to connect with them. When you find those things that you can do, I promise you will thoroughly enjoy those older kids of yours! Well…maybe not all the time. 🙂

I thought I’d share some simple tips with you. Please be mindful that some may apply to your kids, and others might not. Each child is different, and each parent is different. But, don’t give up. They want to be connected with you. They want to feel loved by you and WANT you to understand them.

Not in the mood? Do it anyway!
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Not in the Mood? Do It Anyway! (she: Lindsay)

ByLindsay

One of the hurdles we can face when trying to do things, accomplish things (ANY “things”) is being in the mood. If all it takes to turn a lousy day into a great one is a little dinner party and a phone call, why would you ever choose to have a lousy day? Even better, why would you let someone else have a lousy one?

The people who need you need you to fix their mood, even when you don’t feel like it. And we need you to learn to fix your own mood so you can be the one who fixes the rest of us.

Diaper Hacks Every Mother Should Know ~ www.orsoshesays.com
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5 Diaper Changing Hacks Every Mother Should Know

ByRebecca

My fourth baby just turned two months old, which means he’s babbling and smiling all over himself … especially when he manages to get his poop out! The faces that he makes when he’s working on a poop are hilarious.

THOSE faces used to stress me out with my first baby, but with my fourth I realize it’s just what babies do. And pooping is serious business for them! It’s one of a baby’s three main purposes in life, aside from eating and sleeping.

Kari is sharing 7 baby shower tips to help you host an amazing gathering for any new mom-to-be. Don't miss out because these are genius! www.orsoshesays.com #babyshowertips #babyshower #partyplanning #nurserydecor
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Baby Shower Tips and Tricks – Be The Hostess with the Mostest!

ByKari

Hello again all! It’s Kari here from Paper Wings. I hope that summer has blessed you with lots of family fun and adventure! As we wrap up Summer-time, I thought I’d share some baby shower tips in case you find yourself hosting one! These 7 hacks can help inspire and take the pressure off any host, veteran or first timer alike.

be your best self
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Be Your Best Self – Fill Your Bucket (she: Veronica)

ByVeronica

For me personally, I love to give. I love to serve and help and be busy doing good things. I love taking care of my family and making sure they have what they need. Those things are important to me because they are important things! BUT…we must be willing to stop and take care of ourselves as well. When we get so wrapped up in taking care of everyone but ourselves, eventually what we will have to give may not be enough.

parenting a strong willed child
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Parenting a Strong Willed Child – Learning to Love Tate (he: Dan)

ByDan Jacobs

Tate’s existence is a beautiful and unique thread woven into the tapestry of my life. At times I can’t see that, nor do I appreciate it because I am standing too close to the art. When I take a few steps back, I realize just how brilliant and precious his addition is. I am thankful for a merciful and loving God who at times gives me glimpses of his limitless love. I am thankful for His patience with me as I parent the souls of His precious children. I love my little Tater-Tot! I am so glad that he is a part of my life. It is my hope that someday he will say the same about me.

Motherhood Quote
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Children, Motherhood, & Life ~ Sunday Sunshine #10

ByMariel

Happy Mother’s Day to all you women out there!  For today’s Sunday Sunshine, I wanted to share with you a couple things… First, a favorite and very special moment from my week.  If you follow me on Instagram, you got to see this already.  If not, here’s the scoop (as shared on Instagram): Yesterday was one…

These cute bun hairstyles for girls will have you running for your combs and hairspray! #cutebunhairstyles #bunhairstyles #hairstylesforgirls #ldsblogger #lds #mormonblogger #mormon www.orsoshesays.com
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Cute Bun Hairstyles for Girls – Top 5 Picks!

ByBecky

These Top 5 Cute Bun Hairstyles for Girls will have you running for your combs and hairspray! These are some of our tried and true go-to styles for school mornings or playful weekends. As a kid I LOVED doing my sister and friends’ hair. I taught myself how to french braid on a doll, then graduated to my (poor guinea pig) sister, and I finally get to play with my daughter’s hair! Since she’s the only girl, she gets the full brunt of my love for all things hair.

Photographing kids
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Photographing Kids – 10 Tips for Taking Successful Blog Pictures (she: Cami)

ByCami

I often get asked how I get my kids to pose for pictures, especially when they are often for my blog. Children don’t generally love being asked to sit still and smile, or stand just a certain way while we snap picture after picture in their face. They would much rather be off playing, I assure you. The thing is, for general life capturing moments – it really is best to take pictures that represent the moment as best as we can. However, being a blogger, I am often after a certain shot and trying to showcase an item as best as I can on a wiggly, impatient child. Photographing kids like this can bring many challenges for the mommy behind the camera.

GhostTunes, Garth Brooks’ New Single & Giveaway

GhostTunes, Garth Brooks’ New Single & Giveaway

ByRebecca

I have my high school friend and then my husband to thank for introducing me to country music and for turning me into a fan! There’s just something genuine and approachable about country music, especially older country music. My husband loves “classic” country, and of course that means he has a lot of Garth Brooks’ music. I was excited to tell him (and you all) about Garth’s brand new single, “Mom.”

“Mom” is a very moving song about a conversation God has a with a little baby who’s headed to Earth to meet his/her mother. The lyrics of the song describe what a mother is, and it’s incredibly touching. I challenge you to listen to it and not cry.