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Why going back to work was good for my son and husband’s relationship

by Stephanie 1 Comment

Why going back to work was good for my son and husband’s relationship

I didn't want to go back to work after the birth of my son. I wanted to stay home with him with all my heart, but unfortunately my husband and I couldn't afford it. My husband had just graduated from college, but hadn't found better employment, leaving me as the primary breadwinner. I didn't actually mind the whole 'working' part, but I couldn't imagine leaving my son everyday. At 4 months old, we … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Natural Parenting, Personal & Family Tagged With: Ethan, father, father son, huband, maternity leave, paternity leave, son, work

Ethan’s Birth Story

by Stephanie 7 Comments

Ethan’s Birth Story

My baby boy Ethan was born August 18, 2015; 7 pounds, 2 oz; 20 inches long. I was convinced that we were going to be late. My maternity leave started on my due date (August 17th, 2015), and I had been running errands, and premaking the weeks dinners all day. I had my 40 week checkup that day and I was 50% effaced, 2 CM dialated. My doctor offered to sweep my membranes, but I declined. My … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Personal & Family, Pregnancy & Birth Tagged With: birth, birth story, pregnancy, son

About Mama Hippie

Hello, I'm Stephanie. I live in the United States with my husband, and 3 kids under 4. We're a cosleeping, babywearing, cloth diapering family. more?

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