Mom Talk

Becoming a mother is something that completed me. The are the stories that represent the most intimate parts of my life.

Pregnancy

Whenever I’m pregnant, I LOVE to research and learn about everything that is happening both to me and my baby. I am completely humbled by the experience of growing a tiny human inside of my body, and even through the varicose veins, stretch marks, and leg cramps, I relish every single moment.

What To Do When You’re Overdue

So here I am, 12 days overdue with baby #5, and of course I'm…
March 2, 2017/by Stacey Maaser
Embracing Motherhood 9 Tips for Getting Over First Trimester Morning Sickness and Tiredness

10 Tips for Getting Over First Trimester Morning Sickness and Fatigue

First trimester morning sickness (which doesn't just hit in the…
June 30, 2016/by Stacey Maaser

Pregnant with Baby #5!

With four children between the ages of 18 months and 6 years...girl,…
June 28, 2016/by Stacey Maaser
How to Get Rid of a Yeast Infection While Pregnant

10 Tips for Getting Rid of a Yeast Infection While Pregnant

If you are pregnant and have a yeast infection, put down the…
May 12, 2015/by Stacey Maaser
Why Pregnant Women are More Prone to Yeast Infections

Why Pregnant Women are More Prone to Yeast Infections and Gestational Diabetes

The real reason why pregnant women get yeast infections (or any…
May 12, 2015/by Stacey Maaser
Best Pregnancy Items

Best Pregnancy Item Must Haves

During my four pregnancies, these are the things that I loved…
April 19, 2015/by Stacey Maaser

Birth

Giving birth to each of my five children has transformed me into the person that I am today. Each birth story holds a special place in my heart that I will remember for the rest of my life.

Our Fifth Born: Jack’s Home Birth Story

The pain was excruciating beyond all measure of belief, yet I somehow managed to bring my hands up to the edge of the couch and buried my face in the cushions so that I could scream with reckless abandon.
March 15, 2017/by Stacey Maaser

Our Fourth Born: Julian’s Home Birth

The fear, the worry, the pain…I let it all go and went inside of myself where I was finally able to exhale. In that moment, I was rocked by a huge and powerful contraction and then felt a pop and a warm gush. “My water just broke!” I shouted.
December 3, 2014/by Stacey Maaser

My First Birth: An Epilogue About Dealing with the Pain

So hear I am, three days away from my due date with my fourth pregnancy, and I'm finally reading birth stories and thinking about how I'll manage the pain.
November 9, 2014/by Stacey Maaser
26 Ways to Calm a Fussy Newborn

Our Third Born: Ophelia’s Homebirth Story

When the next contraction came they said, “Ok, give one big push!” So I did, and then I felt the rest of the body slip out. I turned over and couldn’t believe the little miracle that was placed upon my chest.
October 12, 2013/by Stacey Maaser
Elliot's birth featured image

Our Second Born: Elliot’s Homebirth Story

One of my first words after the birth  was “That was sooo easy!!” because really, it was. I had been afraid that I wouldn't want any more children after this birth...but that was not the case!
October 12, 2013/by Stacey Maaser

Our Firstborn: Ruby’s Birth Center Story

I felt like I was going to panic. I didn't think I could handle the pain that was consuming me. Scott was crouched beside me with encouraging words. My body felt like it was being torn apart by a viscous source of unknown agony.
October 12, 2013/by Stacey Maaser

Postpartum

Taking care of yourself and your baby after birth is crucial. It is a very special time that should not be rushed and needs to be treated with tender care. The first three months after birth are essentially the “fourth trimester” and it is a world unlike any other. I have learned many helpful dos and don’t for this time in my experience.

Everything You'll Need for a Successful Postpartum Recovery

Everything You’ll Need for a Successful Postpartum Recovery

Giving birth is an amazing and empowering experience that will…
March 23, 2017/by Stacey Maaser

How I Survived Postpartum Depression

Let's be honest. Being a mom is hard. Being a person is hard.…
October 7, 2016/by Stacey Maaser
Best Advice About Having a Peaceful Postpartum Recovery

Best Advice for Having a Peaceful Postpartum Recovery

Giving birth is an amazing, spectacular, and tremendous journey.…
December 13, 2014/by Stacey Maaser

Breastfeeding

Yes, the general consensus is that “breast is best”, but that doesn’t mean breastfeeding will be easy. With my four children, I feel like I have been through just about every breastfeeding hump in the road. I researched viciously to find answers and wanted to share here what has worked (and not worked) for me.

12 Ways to Start a Good Breastfeeding Relationship with Your New Baby

While it is true that breastfeeding is natural, it doesn't mean…
May 22, 2017/by Stacey Maaser
Why I Won't Drink Coffee While Breastfeeding

Why I Won’t Drink Coffee While Breastfeeding

After being up in the night with my little ones, I used to feel…
April 30, 2017/by Stacey Maaser
Why Can't I Stand Nursing Anymore? A Tale of Nursing Aversion

How Nursing Aversion Led to the Weaning of my 15 Month Old

I was bombarded by a range of emotions when one of my favorite…
May 11, 2016/by Stacey Maaser
How to Identify and Treat Oral Thrush While Breastfeeding 

How to Identify and Treat Oral Thrush While Breastfeeding 

I remember nursing my six week old baby Ophelia, when I noticed…
May 19, 2015/by Stacey Maaser

How to Identify and Deal with Lip Tie and Tongue Tie

After having problems establishing a breastfeeding relationship…
January 12, 2015/by Stacey Maaser

Babies

After having our first baby, Ruby, we thought we had things figured out! Then along came Elliot, and we learned just how different two children could be. After now having five children, these are the things we’ve learned about sleep, teething, and all things baby related.

Baby Conversations Are an Important Part of Language Development

Baby Conversations are an Important Part of Language Development

Oral language development is a HUGE part of a child's development! But…
September 16, 2017/by Stacey Maaser

Jack’s Hair Tourniquet: One of the Most Traumatic Nights of my Life

Last night while we were sitting around the campfire with some…
July 2, 2017/by Stacey Maaser

26 Ways to Calm a Fussy Newborn

Trying to calm a fussy, or inconsolable, or screaming newborn…
April 30, 2017/by Stacey Maaser
Embracing Motherhood How to Establish a Bedtime Routine with a Baby (or What to Do When Your Baby Won't Nurse to Sleep Anymore)

Establishing a Bedtime Routine with a Baby Who is Used to Nursing to Sleep

I usually just like to nurse my babies to sleep, but at some…
May 17, 2016/by Stacey Maaser
Embracing Motherhood My 15 Month Old "Baby" is Still Not Sleeping Through the Night

My 15 Month Old “Baby” is Still Not Sleeping Through the Night

It's 2 o'clock in the morning, and it feels like my head just…
April 28, 2016/by Stacey Maaser
I'm Up in the Night to Nurse My 6 Month Old Every Hour...and I'm Okay with That

I’m Up in the Night to Nurse My 6 Month Old Every Hour…and I’m Okay with That

Now that this is my fourth baby (in the last five years), I really…
May 25, 2015/by Stacey Maaser
Everything You'll Need for a New Baby

Everything You’ll Need for a New Baby

This is the most comprehensive list of baby items that you'll…
May 6, 2015/by Stacey Maaser
How to Relieve Teething Pain

How to Relieve Teething Pain

Just when you think your baby is sleeping like a champ...teething…
April 19, 2015/by Stacey Maaser

Do Amber Teething Necklaces Really Work?

There is a lot of uncertainty about amber teething necklaces.…
April 19, 2015/by Stacey Maaser
How to Make an Allspice Teething Necklace

How to Make an Allspice Teething Necklace

When I see my little ones go through teething pain, it just breaks…
April 17, 2015/by Stacey Maaser

Me, Myself, and I

These are the things I think about, the emotions I feel, and the stories that make me who I am. Yes, much of who I am right now is tied into being a mother, but I am also a wife, a mother, a friend, a daughter, a thinker, a philosopher, a researcher, a wonderer, and a life long learner. I love reflecting on who I was, who I am, and who I will be.

How Organizing My Home and Life is Helping Me to Overcome Anxiety

How Organizing My Home and Life is Helping Me to Overcome Anxiety

I'm not going to lie, the last two years have been rough. Yes,…
August 3, 2018/by Stacey Maaser
Embracing Motherhood I Need to Take a Break

I Need to Take a Break

It's good to know when to let some things go...
February 21, 2016/by Stacey Maaser
Embracing Motherhood It's Time to Stop the Mommy Wars

It’s Time to Stop the Mommy Wars!

After watching this viral video about the Mother 'Hood, it really…
November 11, 2015/by Stacey Maaser
Embracing Motherhood The Story of How I Became a Stay at Home Mom

The Story of How I Became a Stay at Home Mom

I worked full time until my children were 6 and 18 months old,…
September 4, 2015/by Stacey Maaser
How I've Found Happiness as a Stay at Home Mom

How I’ve Found Happiness as a Stay at Home Mom

Being a stay at home mom has been the hardest and most rewarding…
July 15, 2015/by Stacey Maaser
Getting Married

How True Love Began

When I think about what makes our marriage of almost ten years…
March 30, 2015/by Stacey Maaser
my five year old daughter outside wearing a winter coat and a serious look on her face

What Happened When My Daughter Told Me She Only Half Loved Me

Ever since our fourth child has been born, I've kind of been…
March 24, 2015/by Stacey Maaser
My Number One Priority as a Mom

My Number One Priority As a Mom

The most important thing to do with your children isn't teaching…
January 16, 2015/by Stacey Maaser

These Are the Best Days of Our Lives

There are two ways we can look at the different stages in our…
October 22, 2013/by Stacey Maaser

Who’s Got Time For a Blog?

I am the wife of an amazing husband who works so hard for our…
September 3, 2013/by Stacey Maaser

Hi, I’m Stacey Maaser,

author of Embracing Motherhood! I am a stay at home mother of 5 with 7 years of teaching experience and a Master’s degree in Curriculum and Instruction. I am passionate about teaching my children, feeding them healthy food, learning the truth about things (not just what is popular opinion or counter culture), and sharing what I’ve learned and experienced with others. Thanks for stopping by!

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