by Olivia | Jul 28, 2014 | HAPPINESS
The inviting teal water washed over my feet as I hesitantly stepped deeper into the rolling waves. I was now knee-deep in the Gulf of Mexico, the farthest in I typically like to venture. You see, my life is speckled with irrational fears. I am reminded of them each...
by Olivia | Jul 24, 2014 | HEALTH
During our childbirth preparation session at the hospital, our instructor dedicated a whole evening class to it. Every pregnancy and childbirth book I read discussed it. Moms forewarned me about its potential. Even at the hospital after George’s birth, I was...
by Olivia | Jul 23, 2014 | HAPPINESS
This is Amanda’s final installment for the week (but not forever!), and I’m so grateful she agreed to write for the Heights! Thanks to you awesome readers for showing her so much love. My heart is full for you, amigos. 😉 My husband Joe and I have been...
by Olivia | Jul 18, 2014 | HEALTH
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by Olivia | Jul 17, 2014 | HEALTH
One of the strangest feelings I’ve ever experienced was the state of my midsection post-delivery. What was once occupied by a growing human who caused my organs to relocate was all of a sudden hollow. The lighten-ing feeling that accompanied this adjustment was...
by Olivia | Jul 16, 2014 | HEALTH
Y’all know how much I love my oils. Can’t get enough of them. Essential oils were, well, essential for me during the morning sickness of pregnancy and they were a top priority item in our labor bag. I promised you that I would detail what oils we used...
by Olivia | Jul 15, 2014 | HEALTH
Want to read more about pregnancy, labor, postpartum life, and newborn needs? Check out these posts: Best Pregnancy Books How to Relieve Pregnancy Swelling Our Labor Bag Essential Oils for Labor and Delivery Postpartum Care Kit Placenta Encapsulation How to Beat the...
