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A test that I didn't even know existed saved my child's life. September is Newborn Screening Awareness Month, and here is my story.
On July 15, 2014, I gave birth to my first child. Delivery went okay and we had...
Almost three years ago, my life was changed forever. My oldest daughter, Ella, came into the world, kicking my own world off of its very predictable axis and sending us on a new adventure. Me, not knowing what in...
The below questions are all things that people have said to me in the past few weeks. Every time it reminds me that I should be 24 weeks pregnant right now:
"When are you having another baby?"
"Your daughter's...
You asked for mom hacks this month, so I’m bringing you five of my favorites! A few minutes wasted here and there throughout the day can steal so much of your time. Here are some ways I’ve found to...
Fall is popping up here and there and we are all for it! One of our favorite late-summer traditions is visiting a Michigan sunflower farm, picking a gorgeous bouquet (if available), and getting a few pictures of our kids.
With...
It's summertime and the heat, rain and mosquitoes have been here! I've found myself putting on my OT {occupational therapist} hat to come up with fun, creative, and engaging indoor activities for our four-year-old.
This time it's because the weather...
Written by: Christine Derengowski
Can we put the question "are you their grandparent?" in the same DON'T ASK category with "are you pregnant?"
With so many people starting their families later in life, there is a new offensive assumption being made-...
Making the most of your small camper space...can you relate?
You’ve heard the term “everything but the kitchen sink”? Well, that’s how I pack for a trip.
My husband likes to use the term “we roll heavy” and now even has...
Hi! I’m Jodie, a new contributor for Mid-Michigan Moms and a Galactosemia advocate thriving on transparency. I was born and raised in Saginaw. Since graduating from Central Michigan University {Fire Up, Chips!}, I have worked full-time in the world...