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    Traveling with an Infant

    My brother Dustin and I in 2005
    Henry and I are heading to Florida for my brother’s graduation!

    Although little Henry traveled to more than 20 states in utero, this plane trip will be his first as a “big boy.” Matt won’t be going because tickets are simply too expensive and the timing is awkward.

    I’m a little nervous about how it’s all going to go down, but I’m excited. Here’s how I plan to make the process as smooth as possible:

    • I booked only non-stop flights. Since it’s only a 2-hour trip from Houston to Tampa, I figured it would be easier not to change planes.
    • I plan to
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    Birth To-Do List

    On Saturday, Matt and I hit the one-month mark until the official due date of our baby. I’ve never been one to buy into the idea of a “due date” because most babies don’t arrive on said date, but that’s what’s making me nervous. It would be perfectly normal and healthy for him to come in two weeks. Two weeks!
    I am feeling a little overwhelmed by the sheer number of things that I need/want to get done before he arrives. Some of the things on the list are absolute necessities (like get all the supplies we need for our home birth and pick a darn name). Other things will
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    Happy Holidays & A Happy New Year!



    My vacation has officially started! I have lots to get done before the holidays, most of which relates to finalizing the baby’s room (I promise a photo tour will be forthcoming!) and getting the binder together that will have all the information people need to best help out around the house once the baby is born.

    I’ll also be setting aside some time for reflection. At the end of every year, I like to look back and celebrate what I’m proud of, think about what I wish I would have done differently, and set my intentions for the year new. I use this form to guide my process, and then

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