Right now you must be wondering what on Earth BELA is. It stands for Birth Equity Leadership Academy. I'm not sure when it happened or even why [I'm so fortunate] but I became a HealthConnect One BELA Leader sometime at the beginning of this year. HealthConnect One is the national leader in advancing respectful, community-based,… Continue reading BELA Retreat
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Toddler Wearing: Full Buckle vs. Onbuhimo
A question often asked: Which one do I prefer for toddler wearing? If you know me AT ALL (or at least follow me on social media), I'm sure you can answer this all by yourself. Yes, a full buckle. But I will explain why. Also, please keep in mind that these are my personal preferences… Continue reading Toddler Wearing: Full Buckle vs. Onbuhimo
Review – Soul Slings Jacquard Woven Wrap
Hi, yes, me again with yet another awesome Soul Slings review. Except that this time I'm just gonna do a "mini" review. Read on to find out why. This lovely wrap is called Lavender Corallium, it is a variation of the original Corallium which is also gorgeous. According to the website a size 6 (like… Continue reading Review – Soul Slings Jacquard Woven Wrap
Same carrier, different babies
Due to my kids' age right now, this is only possible with some carriers and not all of them. For the purpose of this post I will only be comparing the versatility of both a woven wrap and a ring sling. RING SLING I LOVE ring slings. Like seriously they're a must. Now with Joaquín… Continue reading Same carrier, different babies
Review – Little Zen One
Yes, this review is about the store and not the item bought per se, although that's coming too. Little Zen One is a small, mama-run, business that is proud to offer you baby carriers + accessories that are Fair Trade, Local + Organic [info taken from their website]. If you know me AT ALL, you know that… Continue reading Review – Little Zen One
2018 Baby latching tips for breastfeeding – The visual guide from the experts
This post is for all new moms who tend to breastfeed properly. And when we say properly we mean 2 things: Breastfeed exclusively for the first 6 months without adding formula or water, "vitamin D and medicine is accepted." Breastfeeding as long as you can "1-2 years besides the solid foods." But all over the… Continue reading 2018 Baby latching tips for breastfeeding – The visual guide from the experts
Review: Ergobaby Omni 360
Hi everyone, this carrier was sent to me for a review a LONG while ago but thanks to the hurricane, not having electricity and/or internet connection and then me being pregnant, I'm reviewing it now. Sorry! Not to be confused with the All Position 360, The Ergobaby Omni 360 is marketed to be used from… Continue reading Review: Ergobaby Omni 360
Last-Minute Christmas Shopping List – Toddler Toys Edition
Ok, I know, SUPER last-minute but here is a list of what I actually bought my two year old for Christmas. Notice how I didn't specify boy or girl 'cause these are just toys and seriously what is up with that? So.. back to toys for two year olds, I recently re-did his room (maybe… Continue reading Last-Minute Christmas Shopping List – Toddler Toys Edition
A Crunchy Mom’s Perfect List of What to Buy When Pregnant
cloth diapers cloth wipes a ring sling convertible car seat I think that's it! In all seriousness, I'm expecting my third and can only think of ALL the things I thought I needed for my first, and even my second, and that I literally just threw my money away on! Please keep in mind that… Continue reading A Crunchy Mom’s Perfect List of What to Buy When Pregnant
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