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  • Twin Due Date Calculator for Twin Pregnancy
    Are you pregnant with twins but not sure when you’ll deliver due to different types of identical twins being delivered at different times? I’m a mom of identical MoDi Twins and I created this twin due date calculator to help you determine what to expect!
  • Gifts for Babies Under 1 for Learning and Play
    Are you looking for fun gift ideas for babies under 1 that will be fun to play with and help them learn? I’ve got some great toys for babies your little one is going to love!
  • Printable Daily Infant Report Sheets for Twins
    Having a printable daily infant report for your twins where you can keep track of both of them on one page is a HUGE help! Whether you’re a stay-at-home mom, nanny, daycare provider, or child care center, this daily report is a great way to keep
  • Important Tips to Help You During the First Year with Twins
    Are you wondering how you’re going to survive the first year with twins? It’s ok, I was too, and somehow I made it, postpartum depression and all! Below I have gathered up some of my helpful tips for those early days, weeks, and months!
  • Fun Children’s Easter Activities and Gluten Free Easter Recipes
    Are you looking for some fun Children’s Easter Activities? Here are some of our favorite children’s Easter activities, books, and moments to share throughout the Easter season. I’ll also share our favorite gluten free and dairy free Easter recipes!
  • How I Discovered I Have Hashimoto’s in Addition to Hypothyroidism & What I Did To Feel Better
    Have you recently been diagnosed with Hashimoto’s Disease and are wondering where to go from here? Here is my Hashimoto’s story and the resources I suggest which have really helped me on my Hashimoto’s journey.
  • 10+ Things You Don’t Need For Twins
    Having twins isn’t cheap and there are many things that you don’t need for twins, or any babies really. Below I’ll detail what you don’t need for twins and why.
  • Dairy Free Breastfeeding Diet Made Easy
    Learning that your baby is reacting to dairy when you’re a breastfeeding mom is a lot to handle. If you have to start a dairy free breastfeeding diet, I’m here to help, and make it easy!
  • A Comprehensive Guide of What to Buy for Twins
    Wondering what to buy for twins? Are you pregnant with twins or buying for someone who is? You’ll want to see the posts below regarding what we actually used two of for our twins and what we found we only needed one of, or didn’t need at all!

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As a mom of identical twins and a son two years older, I have gained invaluable experience in the realm, and chaos, of parenting. With a Master's Degree and Education Specialist Degree in School Psychology, I spent years as a school psychologist, helping children navigate through their educational and emotional challenges. Now as a stay at home mom and professional blogger, I combine my areas of expertise to help you in your parenting journey.