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How To Get Out Of The House Fast With A Toddler and Baby

Right after having baby number two, our time to get out of the house more than doubled. Which can be expected when you start breastfeeding all over again. But one of the most frustrating things to me as a rusher is feeling like you're in dream-mode, trying so hard to run but not being able to move. So I've tried and practiced and come up with a few great ways to get out of the house within a half hour from wake up to in the car.

3 Ways to Add 15 Minutes to Your Day

In-Car Essentials For a Long Road Trip

So, to prepare for our long road trip, I’ve been doing some research and compiling a list of things and tips that will help us actually enjoy the drive and not go insane. Here’s that list:

5 Ways Becoming a Parent Has Made Me Stop Giving a Crap

"I must warn you, right after you have your baby, don’t look at Instagram for a while. Instagram is a lying devil. You’ll see mamas who look like they’ve just had a blowout at the salon holding their precious newborn in the hospital bed and you’ll be all “like, waaaaaat?????” You, on the other hand will look sweaty, tired, puffy, mushy, and- yes- still pregnant. After I had baby #1, I was worried that walking into Wal-Mart, people would stop to ask me how far along I was. “Uhhh, negative 2 weeks.” Then I had to tell myself, “Who gives a care.” Don’t look at them looking at you. You just worry about that gorgeous, precious baby you pooped out over there."

How I Defeated Codependency and Pornography Addiction

What’s a girl to do when she’s the only one she knows who struggles with pornography? I knew I couldn’t be the only one. But I still had no idea who to talk to or what to do. Not only that, but I found myself being terrified of being single and latched myself onto anyone who would show affection.

3 Ways to Make the Most of Family Time, Featuring the Best Bath Soap for the Whole Family

Sometimes the best family memories can be made in the littlest of moment! Make the most of family moments with Ph balanced, paraben free, and doctor recommended Ivory Bar Soap!