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      • Breastfeeding
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Homemaking

Cleaning Tile Floors with Vinegar & Water: A Deep Clean Method

by Ivy B May 29, 2023
May 29, 2023

Though I like to find the easiest ways to make my homemaking simpler, every now and again I have to put some effort in.  One of my favorite methods is…

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More than 30 fabulous freezer meals for new moms. Make these freezer meals before baby arrives. Get your bulk shopping down and plan some pre baby freezer meals and spend more time enjoying postpartum life with your new baby
Food

30+ Great Postpartum Freezer Meals for New Moms

by Ivy B May 27, 2023
May 27, 2023

Spending the time preparing postpartum freezer meals was THE smartest things I did during my second pregnancy.   Make-ahead freezer meals for moms to make while pregnant saves time preparing food…

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Pregnancy

What You Should Know Taking an Epidural During Labor

by Ivy B May 17, 2023
May 17, 2023

Trying to decide whether or not to take the epidural during labor? Please Don’t Take It!  This is what you should know about the risks of the epidural during labor.…

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Pregnancy

7 Facts to Consider Before an Elective Induction of Labor

by Ivy B May 17, 2023
May 17, 2023

Over your pregnancy? Baby is late? You’ve begun to ask “Can I ask to be induced?”  When there’s no medical need for induction of labor, the elective induction for convenience…

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Baby Sleep Tips

Want to Know How to Get Baby to Sleep (Longer)? Check Out Our Tips

by Ivy B May 16, 2023
May 16, 2023

One of the most searched questions from new moms is How do I get baby to sleep? If you want to know how to get baby to sleep at night and longer,…

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ToddlersEntertainment

Over 30 Indoor Activities for 3 Year Olds To Have a Blast Indoors

by Ivy B May 7, 2023
May 7, 2023

How can you beat the mundane while staying home with little ones?  Check out these fun indoor activities for 3 year old toddlers to help breathe new life to your…

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Natural Birth

This is How to Prepare for Natural Birth: A Complete Guide to Homebirth and Hospital Birth Naturally

by Ivy B May 4, 2023
May 4, 2023

Your preparation for natural childbirth will be off to a good start with our helpful guide. If you want to know how to prepare for natural birth, we discuss what…

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SAHMEncouragement for MomsMom Life

Over 30 Fun Hobbies for Stay At Home Moms

by Ivy B May 4, 2023
May 4, 2023

Offering a little encouragement for moms who need to feel like they’re more than just a mom! Break out of boring routines and do something you enjoy! Get some inspiration from…

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Parenting TipsBooks

7 Important Benefits of Reading for Kids

by Ivy B May 3, 2023
May 3, 2023

2020 created havoc in our lives, didn’t it? Well, including relaxing the mind, there are other benefits of reading for kids. In 2020, my kids started school … finally! My…

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Parenting TipsLife Lessons

Should Kids Have Chores? Yep! And Here’s Why…

by Ivy B May 3, 2023
May 3, 2023

Don’t think kids should have chores? Some research tells us 10 good reasons kids should have chores and the life lessons they’ll learn about being responsible. If you have children,…

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How to breastfeed in public more confidently and comfortably. Tips to overcome uneasy feelings about breastfeeding your baby publicly | www.sahmplus.com
Breastfeeding

How To Be More Comfortable Breastfeeding in Public

by Ivy B April 27, 2023
April 27, 2023

Don’t think you can breastfeed in public comfortably?  I’ve got a few tips to help you overcome uneasy feelings when breastfeeding in public. No matter your schedule, you’ll likely find…

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Encouragement for Moms

What Makes a Good Mom? Check Out These 5 “Good Mom” Quotes

by Ivy B April 26, 2023
April 26, 2023

Do you sometimes feel like a bad mom? These 5 “good mom” quotes perfectly define what makes a good mom by offering encouragement for moms who may feel like they’re…

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Baby Sleep Tips

How to Deal with Sleep Regression

by Ivy B April 11, 2023
April 11, 2023

Want to know how to deal with sleep regression? We’ve got the tips you need to get your baby’s sleep back on track and to get the rest you need.…

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Baby Sleep Tips

Why Does Sleep Regression Happen?

by Ivy B April 11, 2023
April 11, 2023

Sleep regression is a common phenomenon among babies. Why does sleep regression happen? We explore 7 possible triggers to be aware of. Understanding these causes can help you to take…

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Baby Sleep Tips

Sleep Regression Ages: What’s Common?

by Ivy B April 11, 2023
April 11, 2023

If you don’t want to be caught off-guard when a sleep regression is on the horizon, you’ll appreciate knowing the most common sleep regression ages in your baby’s first year…

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About Me

Hi, I'm Ivy!

Ivy B is a SAHM blogger at SAHM, plus. You can expect to find parenting, marriage, travel, and review posts.

I'm a wife and stay at home mom to 2 amazing (high-need) kids. I spend my days trying to figure out how to do this parenting thing and still get everything done. But, I'm more than just a mom.  I'm here to share my secrets for women who are looking for ways to give time to themselves, their husbands, and their kids.  Click here to learn more about SAHM, plus...

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