Ericka's Blog
Reflections and conversations on life
The Car is a Death Trap & Other Terrifying Newborn Thoughts
I've never fancied myself an "overprotective" person. I don't have OCD in any way -- and I'm not paranoid about getting sick, hurt or over-worrying about life-threatening circumstances. I didn't realize how much that would change when I had an actual, live human being...
Google Searches of a New Mom
One thing I have found hilarious is the amount of Googling I've done since I went into labor. I know, everyone says -- don't Google it! But -- what am I supposed to do, have a doctor on call 24-7? I haven't had any really bad experiences with what I have Googled,...
Expectation v. Reality: Labor & Delivery
Boy did I have some misconceptions about labor, delivery & parenting a newborn (that's part 2). I read multiple books and took a few classes but it is just as they say -- you don't know until you experience it. I found myself with several revelations over the past...
Jacob’s Birth Story
While it's fresh in my mind, I figured I'd get this online! So far, I'm certainly sleep deprived but don't feel like a zombie or anything. I'm sure it will catch up to me soon. This may be a little long but stick with me 🙂 As some of you know, I did NOT expect to...
Introducing Jacob Michael Sylvester!
I'm sure most of you caught it on Instagram or Facebook by now but Tuesday morning, I gave birth to the most perfect little boy ever! Jacob Michael Sylvester was born at 9:22am on Tuesday, November 17th, weighing 6 pounds 8 oz. after about 14 hours of labor from start...
Bold Almond Flavors to Die For This Winter!
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