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The Postpartum MVPs No One Talks About (But Absolutely Should)

Everyone tells you what to pack for the hospital. Nobody tells you about the magical first shower at home or the little things that make 2 a.m. feedings so much easier.

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The Big Girl Room Reveal: DIY Disasters, Prime Day Deals & One Very Happy Toddler

We transformed our toddler's nursery into a timeless pink big girl room before welcoming Baby #2 AND did it on a real-life budget(ish)! Come along for Addy's room reveal, our DIY wins (and fails), favorite finds, and why making the transition before baby arrived was so important to our family.