It’s the time of year when we often hear, “Best Wishes for 2019.” It sounds really nice and desirable. Yet, what does this phrase really mean? And, what do you actually wish for in the coming year? I think it’s a good question to reflect on from time to time. Ask yourself: What do I…
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Parenting is an awesome responsibility, opportunity and challenge. Parenting requires a variety of skills and intentions as our children develop through many different phases. Most of us hope to have a deep and growing relationship with our children as they move through the phases of life and become who they are meant to be, but…
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Our mindset is extremely influential. It creates our filter on the world, impacts how we interpret the results we get, and even shifts the results that we do get. I was mindful of my mindset before and during my pregnancies, because, quite frankly, I knew at times that I didn’t have the most empowering mindsets….
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Those of you in Chicago, are you familiar with Bucktown Music? They have a fully developed and seamless program – specifically designed for kids – that guides your child easily through the stages of music development and learning. And, at the same time, their certified Kindermusik instructors guide you – the parents – through how…
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We all know that things are going to change after our babies are born. We just don’t know exactly how or how much. Deb Pocica, Childbirth Educator, helps expectant moms prepare for that postpartum period – logistically, emotionally, physically. In a postpartum session with Deb, you learn: What modern society is forgetting during the postpartum time…
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I’ve gotten to know Nichole Churchill at Radiant Heart Yoga (RHY) well as we’ve worked together on Advocate Sherman Hospital’s Empowered Pregnancy Program. (Nichole and I kick off the program with an evening of centering physically and mentally – tuning into your body and into your top values/priorities as a parent.) And, I’ve learned that…
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I’ve been following what Mindy Berkson and Lotus Blossom Consulting have been doing for years. They know their stuff, and they know how to explain “their stuff” to you in a caring and sensible way so you can navigate the surrogacy process in a way that really works for you and your family. Lotus Blossom…
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When you’re trying to get pregnant, it can affect all aspects of your life. Infertility often brings financial, emotional, and relationship struggles that can be exhausting and quite difficult to overcome. For some individuals and couples who are trying to build their families, surrogacy can be the answer to their prayers. For women who have…
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Moms are so great at sharing! I’ve been at 2 events lately – a Mom + Baby event for trying, expecting and new moms and the NPN expectant moms mingle – asking questions and encouraging moms to share the ups and downs of pregnancy and parenting, and I’m NEVER worried that no one will say anything! I…
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Ideas from an 8-year-old We’re trying a different summer camp, and the kids are not loving it. Now I know they are OK. They have interesting stories to tell, safety is a focus, and they are hanging out with a diverse group of friends. It’s also provided an opportunity for us to explore how to…
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