Lori Kerrigan's blog

What is Embryo Adoption?

Posted May 26, 2010 - 09:14 by Lori Kerrigan

Planning, Conceiving, Pregnancy, Adoption

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Is it possible to experience adoption and pregnancy at the same time? Yes! Do you want to? This can be another big question in the “fertility challenged” couples journey to family. Exciting elements, concerns and resources for more information are highlighted here.

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Food Ideas for Toddlers

Posted April 16, 2010 - 06:57 by Lori Kerrigan

Nutrition

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Has your little one graduated to eating solids? Are you at a loss for what to put on his or her plate? Here are three easy steps and a list of food ideas for putting the fun back into feeding!

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1st Birthday Cake Recipes: Allergy-Friendly, Gluten-Free And Sugar-Reduced

Posted April 2, 2010 - 08:00 by Lori Kerrigan

Entertainment, Nutrition

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Planning a first birthday party can be fun, but what about the cake? What do you do if your child has a food allergy or if you are not too happy about all the sugar? Here are five taste test approved birthday cake ideas, all with a healthy or allergy free twist.

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Adoption Language: Clarifying Misconceptions

Posted March 25, 2010 - 05:54 by Lori Kerrigan

Etiquette

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The way adoption is viewed has changed over the years. The way we talk about it is still catching up. Here are a few helpful ideas for making this transition.

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Chatroulette: Social Networking Fun Or Predator Paradise?

Posted March 5, 2010 - 06:59 by Lori Kerrigan

Safety, Entertainment, Extra Curricular

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Chatroulette is the newest social networking sensation. Is it innocent fun, or a breeding ground for disturbing predator behavior?

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Parenting: Tips for Surviving the Day

Posted March 2, 2010 - 07:59 by Lori Kerrigan

Safety, Chores, Shopping, Entertainment

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Are your days at home with the kids feeling longer and longer? Are you getting less and less done? Take a look at these tips that will engage your kids and help you survive the day.

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The Duggars: How Many Is Too Many?

Posted February 10, 2010 - 02:00 by Lori Kerrigan

Conceiving, Pregnancy, Etiquette, Relationships

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Jim Bob and Michelle Duggar are parents to 19 children with no current plans to stop adding to their brood. How many kids are too many? And why do we care?

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Adopting From Haiti

Posted February 2, 2010 - 09:39 by Lori Kerrigan

Planning, Adoption

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Are you feeling a tug on your heart to help the many children left without a family in Haiti after the devastating earthquake? Adopting a child from Haiti may not be an option right now, but don’t let that stop your adoption or humanitarian efforts.

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Adoption Finalization Party Ideas

Posted January 21, 2010 - 09:00 by Lori Kerrigan

Adoption

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The finalization of an adoption is an exciting day for a family built through adoption! When deciding how to celebrate this special day, finding decorations, themes and invitations designed for this event can be frustrating. Check out these creative, special and fun ways to celebrate your family’s special day!!

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Making Tummy Time Fun

Posted August 3, 2009 - 16:12 by Lori Kerrigan

Entertainment, New Parents

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Is tummy time a dreaded occurrence in your home? Does spending time on your little ones tummy send he or she into fits of screams? Here are a few ideas that have turned our tummy time from a traumatic time, to the developmental time it is intended to be!

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Adoption: The Hospital Experience

Posted July 30, 2009 - 06:51 by Lori Kerrigan

Adoption

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Are you going through the adoption process? Is the hospital experience almost here? This exciting time can be full of many different emotions. Here are a few things I learned to make the hospital experience full of joy and as stress free as possible!

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Adoption Match Meeting: Making it Successful

Posted April 22, 2009 - 07:04 by Lori Kerrigan

Adoption

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It happened, you have a match meeting planned for a prospective adoption! Now what do you do to gain the most from this ever important meeting?

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Secret Thoughts of an Adoptive Mother - Book Review

Posted March 27, 2009 - 16:07 by Lori Kerrigan

Adoption

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Are you thinking about adopting, or are you in the process of doing so? Are you having thoughts about the adoption that you find difficult to discuss with others? Are you interested in adoption and not sure what the process entails emotionally? This book answers these questions and more!

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Adoption: Inducing Lactation So That Breastfeeding Is an Option

Posted January 31, 2009 - 08:13 by Lori Kerrigan

Planning, Adoption, New Parents, Breastfeeding

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Are you preparing to welcome a sweet baby into your home through adoption? Is, "can I breastfeed" one of the many questions that has come up? I was joyfully surprised to learn that there are many ways to answer this question that I once thought was never an option.

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Redecorating: Frugal and Family Fun!

Posted December 15, 2008 - 15:17 by Lori Kerrigan

Finances, Shopping, Entertainment, Wellness

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Are you getting ready to entertain for the holidays, but are feeling like your house is looking a little “frumpy”? Or are you ready to ring in the New Year, with a new “feel” to your old house? But…money is tight and the “decorating budget” is non-existent? What do you do...get creative!

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Dealing with Pregnant Loved Ones in the Midst of Your Infertility Battle

Posted November 19, 2008 - 12:38 by Lori Kerrigan

Planning, Conceiving, Pregnancy, Birth, Adoption

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Something is in the water, but apparently, you are not drinking it! Is another loved one pregnant while you stay "stuck" in the fertility challenged stage? These are five steps that help me when I get the call that once again, the "mommy club" has a new member, and I am still not invited.

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Adoption Ed. Class: Attachment Disorder, Adopted Child Development, Birth-Mother Relationships, and Adoption Resources

Posted October 26, 2008 - 13:39 by Lori Kerrigan

Planning, Adoption

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Adoption Education….more than educational? Here is a review of our adoption education & how it not only educated us, but encouraged us and changed our perspective on many adoption elements. Oh...and don't forget the "must have" resources that were presented to us.

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Becoming a Work-At-Home Mom: Avoiding Scams

Posted September 24, 2008 - 05:40 by Lori Kerrigan

Finances, Work Balance

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Are you trying to work-from-home? When searching for a work-from-home job one important thing to look out for is scams...if it looks too good to be true, it just might be!

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Preparing your (4 legged) baby……for baby!

Posted September 7, 2008 - 12:53 by Lori Kerrigan

Safety, Planning, Pregnancy, Birth, Adoption, New Parents

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It's time! A new addition is being added to your family tree, but what about the current baby in your life...the four legged canine kind? To make the transition easier on all members of the family, take a look at this list of getting your "baby" ready for baby!

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Adoption: What To Do After The Home Study Approval

Posted August 6, 2008 - 09:57 by Lori Kerrigan

Planning, Conceiving, Pregnancy, Birth, Adoption, New Parents

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Are you adopting? Have you finally completed the home study approval? Are you unsure of what to do in this time of waiting? It's time to celebrate and prepare!

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