Sunday’s Best Linkup – #248

Welcome to Week 248 of Sunday’s Best Linkup – #248.  We will be taking a break this week while I moan the loss of my Aunt.  We are having her Celebration of Life service today, and I just need a break.  We lost my mom 4 months ago and this is her baby sister.  It has just worn me out.

We will return October 18 with the final week of The Witching Hour.  Thanks for your understanding.

 

Sunday's Best Linkup - #34

 

 

Power Floss Dental Water Pic Review

 

I was given the opportunity to purchase the Power Floss Dental Water Pic at a discount in exchange for a review.  If you make a purchase I may be compensated; however, there will no charge to you.  Profits from any sales from my blog are used to maintain Mother 2 Mother blog.

 

 

Power Floss Review

 

 

Now, lets get to the review.  So, I’ve been eyeing a water pick for a long time; however, I just didn’t want to spend hundreds of dollars and not be happy with one.  After all, a water pick is personal and many people probably wouldn’t be happy receiving one second hand.

As a result, I decided to give the Power Floss Dental Water Pic a try.  The price was reasonable, and if I wasn’t happy it wouldn’t be a big deal if I discontinued using it.  Rinsing with mouth wash can remove particles of food between my teeth even after brushing.  And, my dental hygienist swears by water pics along with an electric tooth brush.  Besides, who doesn’t want a beautiful smile and healthy teeth.

 

First, I want to discuss the packaging for the water pick.  It arrived without a box/package.  The packaging was bubble wrap. The site does inform consumers that the water pic will be shipped without the packaging.  So, know that before ordering.

 

 

power floss water pic

 

Next, how easy the Power Floss Dental was to use.  The water pic simply uses air and water to remove particles of food.  You simply fill the reservoir to the max line with water or mouth wash.  Place the cap back on and pump the flosser until water flows.  Pushing the blue button on the top of the flosser gently will do the trick.

 

 

 

The flosser uses no cords or batteries.  That makes me happy because there’s one less electrical device that I have to worry about on my counter.  That’s always a plus for me.  I also love that the button to activate the flosser is large as shown in the picture below. Water or mouth wash is all you need.

 

water pic

 

The water pic is great for teens who have braces.  My daughter wore braces, and it was difficult to brush and or floss with the wire.  It’s also great for anyone who has sensitive gums, periodontist disease or just healthy oral hygiene.

 

 

water pic

 

Using the water pic can be tricky.  I hit the button at the wrong time and water splashed onto my mirror.  Besides that one incident, it was easy to use.  I just had to concentrate and remember to keep my mouth closed while using it.  The reservoir holds enough water or mouth wash for one use.  Once I had enough water in my mouth, I swished it around to grab any dislodged particles of food and went back to flossing until the flosser was empty.  I rinsed with mouth wash to finish my routine.

In conclusion, I highly recommend the Power Floss Dental Water Pic.

 

Personal Gift Ideas for New Parents

Becoming a new parent isn’t easy. While the arrival of a new baby is often celebrated with baby clothes and toys, a few gifts for the parents can be appreciated too.   Today, we’re sharing a few parenting and shopping tips on personal gift ideas for new parents.

 

 

gift ideas for new parents

 

Takeout Coupons

For those evenings when cooking a meal feels like too much of a chore, takeout coupons can come in handy. You can find Delivery Wow coupons online that allow the user to choose the restaurant that they’d like to order from. This could offer more freedom than buying vouchers for a specific restaurant.

 

Laundry Service Vouchers

Laundry piles up quickly when you’re a new parent. Vouchers to a laundry service could be a great gift for outsourcing this responsibility. Some laundry services will clean and dry your laundry for you and drop it off at your door. See if there are any of these services in you area and whether they’d be willing to offer vouchers.

 

A professional photoshoot

A professional photoshoot could be an opportunity to get some beautiful newborn pictures for the parents to treasure for years to come.  Or, it could be a chance to get a picture as a whole family. Look out for companies such as Glow Portraits that specialize in this type of photography and see if you’d be able to book a photoshoot.  Some photographers may even be able to offer vouchers that allow the parents to choose the best date for them.

 

Baby Journal

A baby journal can be a great gift to record all of their baby’s firsts. Like a professional photoshoot, this can offer lasting memories to look back on. You may be able to find baby journals in your local maternity store or online.

 

gift ideas for new parents

 

Luxury Coffee/Tea

A selection of luxury coffees and teas could be a small gift that could be appreciated. Coffee could be necessary for getting by on low sleep, while herbal teas could be useful for destressing. Look for special blends online.

 

Bath Bombs

Every new parent can benefit from a relaxing bath now and again. Bath bombs could help to make bath time more luxurious. Lush is one of the most popular companies for scented bath bombs and luxury bath products and could be worth looking into.

 

gift ideas for new parents

 

Spa Treatment

For the ultimate gift, you could even consider booking spa treatment. Consider offering to babysit while they get pampered at a nearby spa clinic for the day or book a home massage if you think this would be better.

 

We hope that you enjoyed our personal gift ideas for new parents.  Pick one or two, and make a new parent happy.  They deserve to be pampered too.

 

 

 

 

Sunday’s Best Linkup – #247

Welcome to Week 247 of Sunday’s Best Linkup – #247. We’re continuing our The Witching Hour theme. So, we’re looking for all things relating to Halloween. This includes DIY costumes, recipes, crafts, decorations, tablescapes and more. Blow the dust off those old posts and share them. Also, we’re looking for parenting, SEO, cocktails, DIY, makeovers and more are welcome too. Additionally, we’ve added a new category, Mom Needs a Cocktail. So, we will be featuring cocktails and/or mocktails of the week. If you have cocktail or mocktail recipes you would like to share, we welcome them!    

 

Sunday's Best Linkup - #34  

 

 

Additionally, we also welcome other recipes, crafts, DIY, home makeover, gardening tips, SEO & blogging information, sewing projects, patio and deck makeovers, front porch makeover ideas, organization tips, ideas for backyard hot dog roasts, and more. Anything goes on Sunday’s Best Linkup – #247, as long as it’s family friendly. And, you may linkup as many posts as you would like. Furthermore, be sure to tell your friends, they will want to join the Sunday’s Best Linkup too.

So, each week your hosts will select their favorite post. The posts will be featured the following week. Also, an image from your post will be used on our linkup the following week along with a link back to your blog. As a result, be sure to check back to see if you’re a Sunday’s Best Featured Blogger. All Featured Bloggers will have their posts pinned to Rhonda’s Sunday’s Best Pinterest Board and Kim M. pins the weekly featured bloggers to her Sunday’s Best Pinterest Board too!

Also, the post with the most clicks will be the Reader’s Choice post(s). We will be adding the winner to our Sunday’s Best Linkup featured bloggers.

All posts linking to Sunday’s Best Linkup – #247 will be promoted on Twitter. The Post With the Most Clicks will be selected. Monthly Themes will feature a post each week as well.

Contact rhonda@mother2motherblog.com or email one of our other hosts if you are interested in co-hosting.

 

Your Sunday’s Best Linkup Hosts Are:

Rhonda at Mother 2 Mother Kim at Life in a House Brittany at A Mama Tale

 

Here are the rules, please connect with us on social media before you leave or subscribe to/follow our blogs:

Mother 2 Mother: Please like Rhonda’s Facebook Page, follow her on Twitter;, Google+, Pinterest, BlogLovin, or subscribe/join her blog on the right sidebar before you leave.

Kim from Life In A House: Please like Kim’s Facebook Page, follow her on Twitter;, Google+;, Pinterest;, Bloglovin;, or Instagram; before you leave.

Brittany from A Mama’s Tale: Please like Brittany’s Facebook Page, follow her on Twitter, or Pinterest before you leave. Snag a Button!

Most importantly, please help us grow by placing our button on your sidebar. So, please let your readers and followers know by placing the Featured Blogger banner on your site.

 
 
 
Also, your readers may want to join the Sunday’s Best Linkup too! For those who have a Link Party list/directory, please add us. We appreciate your help in promoting the linkup with Re-tweets and shares. Now, let’s party!
 
 
 
Rhonda selected Fall Flower Pot Scarecrow  from Chas Crazy Creations  
 
 
 
 
fall decor ideas
 
 
 
Kim selected Low Carb Keto Chicken Parmesan  from Healthy Helper Blog 
 
 
 
 
Keto Recipes
 
 
 
 
Brittany selected Peanut Butter Pumpkins from The Kitchen Is My Playground  
 
 

peanut butter pumpkins

 

 

Our Post Extraordinaires

 

Witches’ Hat and Broom Sticks  from Claire Justine  

 
 
Halloween Food Ideas
 
 
 
 
 
and
 
 
 
 
 
 
Halloween Food Ideas
 
 
 
 
 
 

Favorite Theme Post(s) – The Witching Hour!

 

Painted Spoons for Halloween  from Across the Blvd.  

 
 
halloween ideas
 
 
 
 
 
and
 
 
 
Hocus Pocus Halloween Printable  from Across Clean and Scentsible   
 
 
 
 
halloween printables
 
 
 
 
and
 
 
 
 
 
 
halloween activities for preschoolers
 
 
 
 
 
and
 
 
 
DIY Jack Skellington Pumpkin  from The Scrap Shoppe Blog 
 
 
 
halloween pumpkin ideas
 
 
 
 
 
 

Mom Needs a Cocktail

 

halloween cocktails

 
 
 
 
Last, congratulations to the featured bloggers on Sunday’s Best Linkup – #247! All of the posts were great, and we deeply appreciate each of you participating on Sunday’s Best Linkup. We have so many great posts that it gets difficult to choose a featured blogger. Finally, your hosts would like to invite all of you back to link up your post(s) again. We could select your post next week!
 
Finally, while you’re here take a minute to visit these great blogs. It’s a great way to meet and connect with new bloggers. Be sure to PIN or share any posts that you like, we all appreciate a little love and be sure to connect with others on social media.

 

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How to Buy a Bed With a Mattress Included

Buying a bed is not an easy challenge.  After all,  your bed is the focal point of your bedroom.  So, it is importance that you buy something you love. Furthermore,  beds can be expensive.  And, most of us do not have an endless pit of money to spend on such things.  Getting the right balance between quality, style and price can be a tricky.  One of the best ways to save money is to look for beds with the mattress included. So, today I’m sharing shopping tips on how to buy a bed with a mattress. Here are a few tips on what to look for:

 

how to buy a bed

 

 

There are numerous companies who offer a deal on beds that include a mattress.  The key to finding the best beds is to find the best company. If you opt for a credible and high-quality company, you will benefit from a top bed at an affordable price.

The same goes if you are looking to buy a crib for your little one. You can read this crib mattress size guide for more information so that you can get a better idea of what you are looking for.  A benefit of buying a crib that comes with a mattress is that you don’t have to worry about whether the mattress fits or not.  There is nothing worse than buying furniture pieces and finding that they do not fit in your home.  So, aside from the cost benefits, there is also the convenience factor that is associated.

You want to buy a bed with a mattress, but how can you tell if a company is a good one or not?  There are several ways in which you can get a good indication as to the credibility of a bed company.   The first sign will be your initial contact with the company.  Look for the following criteria:

  • the friendliness of the staff
  • their willingness to make your inquiry top priority and
  • their determination to find a bed that you want not a bed they simply want to get rid of

 

In addition to the way the staff interacts with you, you can also gage the credibility of the company by discovering their experience.  Obviously, the longer the company has been in the industry the better. This is because they will have the knowledge, experience, and insight to deal with any queries, issues or requests. Furthermore, they are likely to have built up a lot of contracts in the industry.  And, will probably offer a wider range of beds. They will also have the tools and knowledge to advise you on which beds they think will be best suited for you.  And, you know that they will be talking to you from experience, thus you can trust what they say.

 

how to buy a bed

 

 

You should also do a quick search online to see if there are any discount codes available for the company you are thinking of purchasing from. After all, this is another way to make your money go further.  And, today the Internet has proven to be very beneficial when it comes to finding discounts and saving money.

Finally, in order to determine the reputation and credibility of a company you need to discover what previous customers think about their goods and the service.  Open up Google and search the name of the company in question. Do not open their website, instead, open relevant forums whereby people can voice their opinions freely.  The company is likely to only post positive feedback on their own webpage. People will post their experiences of dealing with the company on forums.

Implement these tips on how to buy a bed, and you will find the best company offering cheap beds with a mattress included.  Doing your research will pay off, and ensure you end up with quality furniture without having to pay expensive costs.

 

Rainbow Quotes to Empower Women

Today, I’m sharing empowerment tips for women using rainbow quotes so you can find the sunshine after your storm.  Somewhere Over the Rainbow Skies Are Blue.  Judy Garland singing that song touched my soul long ago.  Patti Labelle took my love for rainbows to a new level when she did a remake of the song.  That song taught me to look up and search for a rainbow after a storm.  I’ve had found many along my journey.  And, each time that I found one I was able to find beauty, focus, and a peace where I stood.

 

rainbow quotes

 

 

Many of us don’t want to deal with the storms in our life.  Storms bring rain, thunder, lighting, flooding, and mud.  Many can be violent and cause disasters.  Even so, it’s a good time to be thankful for your blessings, to reflect on your life, become a better person, become more helpful, and the list goes on.

 

motivational quotes

 

We don’t think about what God uses to create a rainbow.   If life was all sunshine, we would never grow in our walk.  There would be nothing to stretch us and position us to endure life’s hurts and pains.

 

Maya Angelou

 

We all go through disappoints and painful events in our life.  Remember that a kind word, a phone call or just being there in silence for someone can make a big difference in their life.

 

empowerment quotes

 

 

Having your parade rained on doesn’t have to have a tragic ending.  Look up and search for the rainbow.

 

 

 

motivational quotes

 

Take control of you.  Stop waddling around in a shade of blue.  There’s other colors that will life your spirits and make happy or at least feel better about whatever is happening in your life.  Blue is my favorite color, but I also love yellow.  It makes me happy, red makes me feel powerful and purple relaxes me.  Figure out what colors transform your moods and try them on when you’re feeling blue.

 

rainbow quotes

 

 

This is truly one of my favorite quotes.  One size doesn’t fit all, so if you’re empowered by a variety of colors and things I say more power to you.

 

 

empowerment quotes

 

 

I love that the world is not black and white.  Life gives us every color in the rainbow, and that’s how I strive to see it.

 

 

empowerment quotes

 

This is another one of my favorite rainbow quotes.  Getting distracted or losing our way is not uncommon.  Furthermore, we can become narrow minded.  Take the time to stop and smell the roses on your journey and enjoy the colors of the rainbow.  Life is short, and we only get to live it once.

You may also like:  Assertiveness Empowerment Quotes 

 

Sunday’s Best Linkup – #246

Welcome to Week 246 of Sunday’s Best Linkup – #246. We’re continuing our The Witching Hour theme. So, we’re looking for all things relating to Halloween. This includes DIY costumes, recipes, crafts, decorations, tablescapes and more. Blow the dust off those old posts and share them. Also, we’re looking for parenting, SEO, cocktails, DIY, makeovers and more are welcome too. Additionally, we’ve added a new category, Mom Needs a Cocktail. So, we will be featuring cocktails and/or mocktails of the week. If you have cocktail or mocktail recipes you would like to share, we welcome them!  

 

 

Sunday's Best Linkup - #34

 

 

 Additionally, we also welcome other recipes, crafts, DIY, home makeover, gardening tips, SEO & blogging information, sewing projects, patio and deck makeovers, front porch makeover ideas, organization tips, ideas for backyard hot dog roasts, and more. Anything goes on Sunday’s Best Linkup – #246, as long as it’s family friendly. And, you may linkup as many posts as you would like. Furthermore, be sure to tell your friends, they will want to join the Sunday’s Best Linkup too.

So, each week your hosts will select their favorite post. The posts will be featured the following week. Also, an image from your post will be used on our linkup the following week along with a link back to your blog. As a result, be sure to check back to see if you’re a Sunday’s Best Featured Blogger. All Featured Bloggers will have their posts pinned to Rhonda’s Sunday’s Best Pinterest Board and Kim M. pins the weekly featured bloggers to her Sunday’s Best Pinterest Board too!

Also, the post with the most clicks will be the Reader’s Choice post(s). We will be adding the winner to our Sunday’s Best Linkup featured bloggers.

All posts linking to Sunday’s Best Linkup – #246 will be promoted on Twitter. The Post With the Most Clicks will be selected. Monthly Themes will feature a post each week as well.

Contact rhonda@mother2motherblog.com or email one of our other hosts if you are interested in co-hosting.    

 

Your Sunday’s Best Linkup Hosts Are:

Rhonda at Mother 2 Mother Kim at Life in a House Brittany at A Mama Tale

 

Here are the rules, please connect with us on social media before you leave or subscribe to/follow our blogs:

Mother 2 Mother: Please like Rhonda’s Facebook Page, follow her on Twitter;, Google+, Pinterest, BlogLovin, or subscribe/join her blog on the right sidebar before you leave.

Kim from Life In A House: Please like Kim’s Facebook Page, follow her on Twitter;, Google+;, Pinterest;, Bloglovin;, or Instagram; before you leave.

Brittany from A Mama’s Tale: Please like Brittany’s Facebook Page, follow her on Twitter, or Pinterest before you leave. Snag a Button!

Most importantly, please help us grow by placing our button on your sidebar. So, please let your readers and followers know by placing the Featured Blogger banner on your site.

 
 
 
Also, your readers may want to join the Sunday’s Best Linkup too! For those who have a Link Party list/directory, please add us. We appreciate your help in promoting the linkup with Re-tweets and shares. Now, let’s party!
 
 
 
Rhonda selected DIY Flower and Vegetable Garden Row Markers  from Fluster Buster
 
 
 
flower garden markers
 
 
 
 
 
Kim selected Dollar Tree Pumpkin from Kippi At Home  
 
 
 
dollar tree crafts
 
 
 
 
 
 
Brittany selected Smoothie Bowl  from Claire Justin  
 

 

smoothie recipes

 

 

 

Our Post Extraordinaires

 

Best Witches  from Whispers of the Heart 

 
 
 
 
Halloween Tablescapes
 
 
 
 
and
 
 
 
Apple Cinnamon Layer Cake  from Bird’s Party
fall cake ideas
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 

Favorite Theme Post(s) – The Witching Hour!

 

DIY Halloween Lights  from Pillar Blue Box 

 
 
 
 
 
and
 
 
 
Halloween Tabletop Gauze Ghosts from Across the Blved.  
 
 
 
Halloween Crafts
 
 
 
 
and
 
 
 
Vintage Halloween Postcards from Picture Box Blue  
 
 
 
 
 
Halloween Printables
 
 
 
and 
 
 
 
Halloween Wreath – Splat from Deb Bees Buzz
 
 
halloween wreaths
 
 
 
 

Mom Needs a Cocktail

 

No feature this week.  Check back next week.  

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Last, congratulations to the featured bloggers on Sunday’s Best Linkup – #246! All of the posts were great, and we deeply appreciate each of you participating on Sunday’s Best Linkup. We have so many great posts that it gets difficult to choose a featured blogger. Finally, your hosts would like to invite all of you back to link up your post(s) again. We could select your post next week!
 
Finally, while you’re here take a minute to visit these great blogs. It’s a great way to meet and connect with new bloggers. Be sure to PIN or share any posts that you like, we all appreciate a little love and be sure to connect with others on social media.

 

You are invited to the Inlinkz link party!

Click here to enter

 

 

5 Financial Planning Tips Parents Should Consider

Proper financial planning can save you a lot of stress and headaches.  Taking the right financial planning steps can also help protect your family.  Furthermore, it can provide a secure and stable future. Most parents know how to save money and pay down debts.  But, if you really want to empower yourself and provide your family with long-term financial peace of mind, consider these financial planning tips:

financial planning tips

 

Shop Online for Your Life Insurance Policy

As HavenLife describes, a life insurance policy is “a contract between you and a life insurance company that helps protect your loved ones financially if you pass away.”  Fortunately, the task of buying life insurance is made simpler by shopping online.  You can compare rates and purchase a policy without leaving the comfort of your home.  And, you use insurance calculators to figure out exactly how much coverage your family needs.  Finding the right life insurance can provide peace of mind.  It can also provide a huge relief for your family during a difficult time.  For example, it can help pay funeral expenses, medical costs, and even cover lost income.  Also, consider taking care of other estate planning steps for your family.

 

Earn More Money With Your Emergency Fund

Savvy parents know the importance of savings.  You can use online calculators to determine how much you need to save for common family goals.  Your goals can be raising a baby to purchasing a new car.  In addition to saving for the expected, you should also be saving for the unexpected. Having enough saved for up to 6 months of expenses in an emergency savings fund can eliminate stress from unexpected illnesses or other financial burdens.  So, consider keeping your money in a high-interest savings account.  Furthermore, you should understand how interest on savings accounts can benefit you.

financial planning tips

 

Start Saving for Your Retirement Before College

Recent surveys show that more than half of all parents in America are saving for their kids’ future college tuition before they begin saving for their own retirement.  While saving for college can provide stability for your children, they may end up having to support you during your retirement years.  So, do yourself and your children a favor by saving enough to keep yourself financially secure during retirement.

 

 


 

 

Invest in Real Estate for Your Children’s Future

Buying a home can come with some pretty incredible perks.  For example, tax breaks, consistent housing costs, and equity.  These perks can benefit your children as well.  If you can swing it, an investment property can be an even smarter way to provide financial security for your family. In fact, buying an investment property first can help you create a passive form of extra income.  It can be used buy a first home or pay off debts.

 

Consider Padding Your Income With a Side Gig

If investing in real estate is out of the question right now, there is still a fairly simple way to add some extra income to your family’s budget: Get started with a side gig. Second jobs are becoming increasingly popular as an added source of income.  That’s because working a second job typically involves flexible hours.  Also, many jobs can be performed remotely which can be beneficial for time-strapped parents. If you want to bulk up your budget, think about driving for a rideshare company, taking online surveys from home, or searching for other side job opportunities.

You’re used to going the extra mile to provide a life of happiness and health for your family. Do the same with your financial planning by taking some extra steps.  With a little more effort and implementing a few of these financially planning tips, you can ensure a brighter financial future for your children and your family.

Tips for Preparing for Home Births

First, deciding on a home birth is a huge step.  So is preparing for a home birth.  As a matter of fact, you shouldn’t take it lightly. Although home births are still relatively rare compared to hospital births, more women are opting for home births.  Some reasons include having more control over the birthing process and not having to drive to the hospital during labor.  Whatever your reason, we’re sharing empowerment tips on preparing for home births.  

If your due date is drawing near, you need to prepare your home in order to make your home birth smooth and complication-free.  Here are the necessary steps that you need to take to prepare for a home birth:

 

 

home births

 

 

Step 1: Find a Midwife

The most important step in preparing for home births is finding the right midwife to help you through the process. Think of your midwife as your birthing coach, your partner, your medical assistance, and your assistant, all rolled into one.

A certified midwife is someone who has undergone medical training and has a license to practice midwifery in your location. In the United States, it is necessary for a midwife to have passed the certification process of the American College of Nurse-Midwives in order to practice and assist women during home births.

Step 2: Prepare Your Home

After you have chosen your midwife, the next step is for you to physically prepare your home for your home birth. You need to pick the right room where you will give birth. The room must be spacious and roomy, and free from clutter. Make sure to clean your home thoroughly; you might even consider getting professional cleaning services to ensure that your home is as clean as possible. If you have pets around, you should consider getting them boarded during your home birth so that they don’t get underfoot when the birth is on-going.

Step 3: Prepare Other People in Your Home

It is also important to prepare everyone else who lives at home with you. If you have a spouse or a partner, make sure that they feel included and essential to your home birthing process. This is also applicable to other children you might have.

Home birthing can be a difficult experience for a spouse or children who has never seen a birth before. It can be helpful to attend live birth classes so that they know what to expect during your own home birth. You can also help them by giving them tasks to do during the birth itself.  This can include providing encouragement for you or providing fresh water when you need it.

 

home births

 

Step 4: Have All the Essentials Ready

Before your home birth, you should have all the essentials ready and close at hand so they are available when you need them.  Here are some of the basic items that you will need:

  •       Disposable pads
  •       Peri-wash bottle
  •       Disposable underwear (preferably mesh)
  •       Birthing/exercise ball
  •       Gauze
  •       Gloves
  •       Alcohol

If you are unsure what else to add to your essentials checklist, you should consult with your midwife to ask what else you might need.

Step 5: Draw Up a Home Birth Game Plan in Case of an Emergency

In general, home births are just as safe as hospital births if you go through the proper planning and preparation.   However, there are times when emergencies can happen, and you should be prepared for this eventuality. You should have the number of the nearest hospital ready, as well as a way to get there. You should also have an emergency kit prepared as well.

Certified midwives do have the necessary training to deal with most common emergencies that can occur during a home birth, but if there is a need for medical equipment or procedures in a hospital setting, you need to be able to get to a hospital as soon as possible.

 

 

home births

Step 6: Prepare For Your Newborn’s Needs

Once your baby is born, you will need to provide for them to keep them warm and comfortable. Here are some of the items that you will need for your baby:

  •       Comfortable baby gown
  •       Newborn beanie or hat
  •       Newborn diapers
  •       Baby wipes
  •       Swaddle blanket

Step 7: Prepare for the Mess

A lot of people envision a home birth to be messy and bloody affairs, but if you prepare properly, you can avoid making a huge mess. In fact, if you have a highly-efficient and experienced midwife, you won’t be making much of a mess at all. However, you can still help with making the cleanup as quick and easy as possible. Make sure to lay down a large waterproof plastic sheet on top of the area where you will give birth, and have a supply of towels and disposable pads nearby.

 

 

Sunday’s Best Linkup – #245

Welcome to Week 245 of Sunday’s Best Linkup – #245.  This is the first week of our The Witching Hour theme. So, we’re looking for all things relating to Halloween.  This includes DIY costumes, recipes, crafts, decorations, tablescapes and more.  Blow the dust off those old posts and share them. Also, we’re looking for parenting, SEO, cocktails, DIY, makeovers and more are welcome too. Additionally, we’ve added a new category, Mom Needs a Cocktail. So, we will be featuring cocktails and/or mocktails of the week. If you have cocktail or mocktail recipes you would like to share, we welcome them!  

 

Sunday's Best Linkup - #34    

Additionally, we also welcome other recipes, crafts, DIY, home makeover, gardening tips, SEO & blogging information, sewing projects, patio and deck makeovers, front porch makeover ideas, organization tips, ideas for backyard hot dog roasts, and more. Anything goes on Sunday’s Best Linkup – #245, as long as it’s family friendly. And, you may linkup as many posts as you would like. Furthermore, be sure to tell your friends, they will want to join the Sunday’s Best Linkup too.

So, each week your hosts will select their favorite post. The posts will be featured the following week. Also, an image from your post will be used on our linkup the following week along with a link back to your blog. As a result, be sure to check back to see if you’re a Sunday’s Best Featured Blogger. All Featured Bloggers will have their posts pinned to Rhonda’s Sunday’s Best Pinterest Board and Kim M. pins the weekly featured bloggers to her Sunday’s Best Pinterest Board too!

Also, the post with the most clicks will be the Reader’s Choice post(s). We will be adding the winner to our Sunday’s Best Linkup featured bloggers.

All posts linking to Sunday’s Best Linkup – #245 will be promoted on Twitter. The Post With the Most Clicks will be selected. Monthly Themes will feature a post each week as well.

Contact rhonda@mother2motherblog.com or email one of our other hosts if you are interested in co-hosting.

 

 

 

Your Sunday’s Best Linkup Hosts Are:

Rhonda at Mother 2 Mother Kim at Life in a House Brittany at A Mama Tale

 

Here are the rules, please connect with us on social media before you leave or subscribe to/follow our blogs:

Mother 2 Mother: Please like Rhonda’s Facebook Page, follow her on Twitter;, Google+, Pinterest, BlogLovin, or subscribe/join her blog on the right sidebar before you leave.

Kim from Life In A House: Please like Kim’s Facebook Page, follow her on Twitter;, Google+;, Pinterest;, Bloglovin;, or Instagram; before you leave.

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Rhonda selected Cheese Danish  from Fluster Buster  
 
 
 
simple dessert recipes
 
 
 
 
 
Kim selected Dollar Store Pumpkin Makeover  from Across the Blvd.  
 
 
fall crafts
 
 
 
 
Brittany selected Websites for Kids to Play and Learn from Mom Succeeds 
 

education websites for kids

 

 

Our Post Extraordinaires

 

Cheesiest Kid’s Crescent Dog Bone from Janine Huldie  

 
 
kids fun foods
 
 
 
 
 
 
and
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
unique center piece ideas
 
 
 
 
 
 

Favorite Theme Post(s) – Hello Fall!

 

Fall Tiered Tray  from Amy’s Creative Pursuits  

 
 
 
fall decor
 
 
 
and
 
 
 
DIY Leaf in Frames from The Boondocks Blog  
 
 
 
 
 
fall craft ideas
 
 
and
 
 
 
Fall Harvest Tablescape from The Little Yellow Corner Store  
 
 
 
 
fall decorating ideas
 
 
 
 
and
 
 
 
Leaves Are Falling Tablescape from Whispers of the Heart  
 
 
fall decorating ideas
 
 
 
 

Mom Needs a Cocktail

 

Tequila Mule from Craft Beering

 
 
cocktail recipes
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
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