When you get the news that you are expecting your first baby, time seems to stand still for a moment. Your mind moves to fast to even acknowledge the many thoughts that are flooding it. Those first few moments...
Hi, my name is Shannon Ogilvie and this is the story of my birth-experience with our first child, Matthew, now 3 years old. We made the decision to go for a natural approach, specifically the Bradley Method, after I...
There are two main reasons why I never even entertained the idea of not finding out the sex of any of our four babies ahead of time. They are: yellow and green.
But, very recently I learned about a LOCAL...
This post has been sponsored by Harmony Prenatal Test. At Dallas Moms Blog, we do not have an opinion whether prenatal testing should or should not be done; however, we're sharing one story of a contributor who chose testing...
The baby’s heart rate dipped with each contraction. I heard a beeping sound from my monitor, the doctor rushed in and said those words I really didn’t want to hear, “We’re going for an emergency C-section, now!”
Next thing I...
I never thought I would say this, but I think I’m ready to expand our family to baby number three.
Let me explain. With my first pregnancy, I was so sick in my first trimester that I literally said she...
BLOOM: A New & Expectant Mom Event in Dallas is taking place on May 11th, and we are getting ready to have an amazing evening with you mamas! Why should you attend BLOOM? We think the over $1,000+ in giveaways, sweets, and...
Whether you choose to deliver in a hospital, birthing center, or in the comfort of your own home, it's so nice to have a little background and hear about other women's experiences. We already shared your reviews of several...
I don't know for certain that I had postpartum depression (PPD). But, since 80% of mothers struggle with depression either before or after a baby's birth-- I'm guessing it's probable.
My story goes like this. I was 32 years old...
This week, the Dallas Moms Blog contributors have come together to create a series of posts inspired by so many moms who feel alone and lost in this role. We recognize that motherhood isn't easy, but as we get ready to...
As my husband and I watched our baby moving on the sonogram screen before us, hearing the familiar fluttering that filled the darkened room, we found it nearly impossible to digest what the specialist had just told us. "I advise that you...
Everybody's story is unique. Not better, not worse, just theirs. It's what makes us who we are. Our stories. This is mine - in all its guts, and not so much glory. Honest. I can't expect my clients to be honest with...
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Must-Visit Toy Stores in the Dallas Area
With prices comparable (or below) big box and online stores, these local stores are amazing mini-worlds perfectly suited for kids to explore, play, and let their imaginations run wild.
