by Amy | Mar 17, 2015 | List, My Family, Pregnancy
Pregnancy is an emotional time. There are happy tears. Sad tears. Scared tears. And “I don’t even know why I’m crying” tears. Maybe it’s one of these 40 reasons: 1. It’s Tuesday 2. That commercial with the babies/puppies/baby puppies came on 3. Your partner forgot to...
by Amy | Mar 9, 2015 | List, My Family, Parenthood, Pregnancy, Siblings
You’d think I’d be less scared to have a baby the second time around. I already know what labor and delivery feel like, how to care for a newborn, and that my life will never be the same. I’m not a true veteran like Michelle Duggar, but at least I’ve done this before....
by Amy | Jan 19, 2015 | List, My Family, Pregnancy
Those of you who knew me when I was on bed rest with Viv will not believe I am glorifying it now (I hated it!). But the grass is always greener. I’d give anything to lay down right now! Most moms will tell you that pregnancy bed rest blows. You’re stuck home...
by Amy | Dec 16, 2014 | List, My Family, Vanity
Loyal Readers: I wrote the following post for mom.me. When I write for that site, they judge me based on number of views. So if you want to read my bra story (because it’s funny!) please do, but if you don’t have time and want to help a girl out, just...
by Amy | Nov 4, 2014 | List, My Family, Parenthood, Pregnancy
As I unpack onesies and organize chew toys in preparation for my next baby, I’m having flashbacks to my first time raising a newborn. Embarrassing flashbacks. Given what I now know about babies and kids, I can’t believe I made so many rookie mistakes. I’m sure I’ll...
by Amy | Oct 29, 2014 | List, My Family, Parenthood
When my daughter was born, I bowed out of an exciting and lucrative career in television production because I wasn’t ready to leave her. I couldn’t figure out a way to do TV part time, so I settled into being a stay-at-home mom who sometimes writes (while wearing a...
