Time to Talk Postpartum Depression Heather Hopson March 15, 2017 Health, Wellness & Religion, Mom Dear Diary, Not long after I delivered my beautiful baby girl, I made several doctor's appointments. One with the pediatrician. Another with my OBGYN. And a third with a therapist. At a time when I should...
How Moms Can Be Educated, Prepared & Healthy Heather Hopson July 18, 2016 Health, Wellness & Religion, Mom This post was sponsored by Cleveland Clinic Children’s as part of an Influencer Activation for Influence Central. All thoughts and opinions are my own. Dear Diary, When I was pregnant, I prayed for a...
Why I Won’t Let My Daughter Listen to Lemonade Heather Hopson April 29, 2016 Health, Wellness & Religion, Mom 1 Comment Dear Diary, After Beyoncé broke the internet with her HBO special, my sister called me amazed—not amazed by the ingenious artistic direction, but amazed by the masses immortalizing the sultry...
Transitioning to Motherhood Heather Hopson February 26, 2016 Baby, Health, Wellness & Religion, Mom, Raising a Baby Disclosure: Diary of a First Time Mom is partnering with The Motherhood and Northwood Services to discuss what happens when you start something new and how you can balance work and family. Although compensated...
How Love Changed Me Heather Hopson February 14, 2016 Health, Wellness & Religion, Mom Dear Diary, Before I became a mom, I rarely hosted holidays at my house. In the past decade, I made Thanksgiving dinner twice and a Christmas brunch once. I can cook. I just don't like to cook, well...
How to be Organized and on Time Deborah Jerome January 31, 2016 Health, Wellness & Religion, Mom Here's how to be organized and on time. 1. Teach Teamwork From the time your babies begin to walk, the concept of teamwork can be instilled. They can help you pick up toys, clear the dishes from the...