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Five Ways Motherhood Changes Your Career

October 6, 2021momonthegoinholytoledo

If there is one thing that being a new mother teaches you, it’s that there is more to life than you ever thought possible. There are a lot of changes that occur once you become a parent, and one of them is what happens to your career. Being a new parent is overwhelming and the shock of birth followed by maternity leave can give you a lot of time to think about what you want to do. Some mothers don’t go back to their day jobs after they have children because their perspectives have changed. They might not want the 9-5 anymore, because spending time at home doesn’t have enough of a balance anymore.

Planning A Fall Family Camping Trip? Tips For A Stress-Free Break

October 6, 2021October 6, 2021momonthegoinholytoledo

Fall is a fabulous time of year to plan a camping trip with friends and family. With temperatures more tolerable and the leaves changing color, there’s nothing like exploring the great outdoors. If you are planning to go camping and you’re keen to keep stress at bay, here are some top tips to take on board.

Common Questions (And Answers) For New Mothers

October 4, 2021momonthegoinholytoledo

No matter how much you prepare, you’ll always have questions once you bring your newborn home from the hospital. Don’t worry—no one expects you to know everything. Doing your research and asking for help are both part of the parenting process. In fact, many new mothers have the same burning questions about their babies’ health and habits. Remember to always consult your pediatrician or other trusted healthcare provider when you need to. In the meantime, explore these common questions (and answers) for new mothers.

5 Ways To Improve Your Experience at the Airport

October 4, 2021momonthegoinholytoledo

Racing through the airport with your kids to catch a flight can be a headache. Thankfully, there are numerous things any mom can do to make the process easier. Whether it’s a trip to another country or a few states over to visit family, you’ll want to avoid as much airport misery as possible. Try these ways to improve your experience at the airport and get your trip off to a great start.

Could You Do Better Teaching Your Child About Different Cultures?

October 4, 2021momonthegoinholytoledo

Most parents prioritize teaching their kids to both understand and engage with different cultures through common tactics like regular family trips abroad. Unfortunately, with safe family vacations still very much off the cards, many children are quickly falling behind in this respect, and many parents are realizing that they could do way better to expose their children to cultural differences, even at home.

Is a Birth Plan Necessary for You To Have?

October 3, 2021momonthegoinholytoledo

A birth plan is meant to help guide your physicians, loved ones, and even yourself during delivery and for a few days afterward. While we can’t always decide how our baby comes into the world, feeling confident that our voice is heard and our needs are being met as much as possible makes the hospital stay a more pleasant experience.

Still, many parents choose to go without and play it by ear in the delivery ward. Let’s discuss what a birth plan does and doesn’t do to help you answer the question, “Is a birth plan necessary for you to have?”

5 Household Items You Can Recycle To Get Cash Back

October 3, 2021momonthegoinholytoledo

When you are looking into tidying up your home, you might want to think about recycling some of those items instead of tossing them in the trash. These are five household items you can recycle to get cash back.

10 Symptoms Of High Stress That Show You Need A Break

October 1, 2021momonthegoinholytoledo

Everybody knows that today’s world is a stressful place to live in, by anyone’s standards. We are all experiencing huge shifts, personally and in our communities, due to the coronavirus pandemic, political changes and environmental changes too. Every family has moments of stress and worry, and these things can’t always be helped.

Improving Personal Productivity At Home – A Helpful Guide

September 28, 2021momonthegoinholytoledo

Being productive at home can be a tough job for the best of us, because when returning from our jobs, or after looking after our families and keeping our households running all day (which is productivity in itself), doing more through life-planning, financial management, and charting our future can be tough. This goes twice if you work from home, which does require a certain amount of personal grit to accomplish.

Tips for Helping Children Navigate Life Changes

September 28, 2021September 28, 2021momonthegoinholytoledo

Growing up isn’t always about playtime and smiles. In fact, children are very inquisitive creatures and often have questions about life. As parents, we mustn’t ignore these questions because they’ll help kids become more stabilized adults. Along with answering their questions, it’s a parent’s responsibility to help little ones deal with change. Read these tips for helping children navigate life changes if you’re nervous about having the conversation.