Nurse Nap Nest

Feeling crafty? Here's one to add to your DIY project list...and to your toddlers toy bin!

Can we talk about realistic expectations for a minute? Why is it that moms are constantly being told to get their "body back" right after having a baby? This new bod may be different, but its stronger than I ever was before, so why go back? We ALL need to hear this at one point or another.. ... Let's embrace the new you, because taking care of your body, eating well and loving motherhood is way more important than any number on a scale. Stay Strong Mama #motherhood #momtruth #loveyourbody

It's World Mental Health Day today, But instead of jumping into the hashtag and muting those who have incredibly valuable things to say, all I have to say is: I'm thankful that I have support - physically, mentally and emotionally, and I hope you do too.... Stay Strong Mama #fallcolours #canadianthanksgiving #momwhoblogs #momblogger #mommotivations #boymom #canadianmom #givethanks #supportmoms #momstrong #momssupportingmoms

In my many years of travelling, I’m all about packing what I need and leaving the rest. Packing your hospital bag is no different! You do NOT need five suitcases full of stuff crammed into your hospital roombecause in reality, your body is all you need! The rest is just to make you comfortable. So keep it simple! Pack these essentials and keep it in the car so you're ready, whenever baby is.... #hospitalbag #babyontheway #labouranddelivery #newmoms

Starting solids isn’t as big of a leap as you might think It's a gradual process and one with a whole lot of sour faces attached. When my little guy started eating solids, I was so set on making my own baby food from the start. I steamed up a whole butternut squash, pureed it with my trusty blender and served it with love. ... He HATED it. So much for meal prepping! Honestly, every day is a hit or miss one day they might love something, while the next, into the dogs’ bowl it goes. Learn from my mistakes with these few tips to help with the early solid phase Link in Bio @nursenapnest 6 EASY TIPS TO STARTING SOLID FOODS #startingsolids #babywedleaning #babyfood #babyeating #babypuree #pureedfood #makeyourown #boymom #momadventures #momblogger #momlife #babytips #momtips #momproblems