Marissa Vicario

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My Breastfeeding Journey

Photo credit: The AB View Photography Nobody ever told me just how hard breastfeeding can be (and many conversations I've had with new moms these past ten months confirm that nobody told them either). For that reason, I want to be totally transparent and honest as I share my - very long - story. But before I do, I also want to make one thing perfectly clear - FED IS BEST. You must do what … [Read more...]

Lovevery Review + Discount Code

When I was pregnant, I swore I wouldn't let subscription boxes suck me in, but indeed the Lovevery Playkit did. Much to my surprise, I'm actually happy about it! Keep reading for my Lovevery review + discount code for $12 off your first play kit. LOVEVERY DISCOUNT CODE: LOVmFz There comes a time in your child's life when you realize that making silly faces and singing lullabies isn't … [Read more...]

One and Done

Photo credit: The AB View Photography One of the topics that comes up constantly among my new-Mom friends is when everyone is going to start trying for Baby #2. For many people, having more than one child is a given. So much so, in fact, that when I tell people we're finished having children they say things like, "it's too soon to know" or "you may still change your mind." After three years … [Read more...]

How to Stock a Healthy Pantry for the New Year

This post is sponsored by NOW Foods. All opinions are my own This year absolutely flew by! I spent much of it being pregnant - or preparing to become pregnant and now that it's behind me and I begin to welcome in a new decade, I'm dotting my Is and crossing my Ts to make sure my pantry is stocked to set me up for the healthiest year possible. In my opinion, there's no better way to start a new … [Read more...]

A Quick Guide to Whole Grains

This post is sponsored by NOW Foods. All opinions are my own. Ten years ago when I became a Health Coach, grains were in and almost every product on the health food store shelves boasted a healthy-promoting "made with whole grains" label. Then the tides changed and everyone shunned grains and cut carbs. Now, you can find your favorite foods made sans grains - from grain-free breads to tortilla … [Read more...]

What It's Like to Have a Baby in the NICU

Valentina Antonia's Birth Story  My Third Trimester My Second Trimester Gender Reveal: It’s a …  Our Big Island Babymoon  My First Trimester Our Infertility Journey: We’re Having a Baby!  Our Infertility Journey: The IVF Decision Our Struggle with Infertility  Many people have asked me what it's like to have a baby in the NICU. Every parent's experience is different based … [Read more...]

Valentina Antonia’s Birth Story

Photo Credit: Bella Baby Photography If you missed my previous updates, you can catch up here:  My Third Trimester My Second Trimester Gender Reveal: It’s a …  Our Big Island Babymoon  My First Trimester Our Infertility Journey: We’re Having a Baby!  Our Infertility Journey: The IVF Decision Our Struggle with Infertility  The day started like any other Sunday. … [Read more...]

My Third Trimester

If you missed my previous updates, you can catch up here:  My Second Trimester Gender Reveal: It’s a …  Our Big Island Babymoon  My First Trimester Our Infertility Journey: We’re Having a Baby!  Our Infertility Journey: The IVF Decision Our Struggle with Infertility  When I started writing this post, I had just started my Third Trimester. Honestly, I never thought … [Read more...]

My 3 Favorite Fall-Inspired Sakara Life Recipes

Now that Fall is here and cooler weather has moved in, all I want to do is feel cozy and eat nourishing food. I've always loved the Sakara Life meal delivery program for its abundance of leafy greens and wholesome ingredients, but these 3 fall-inspired Sakara Life recipes set the greens aside and put the focus on grounding root vegetables, fiber rich whole grains and in-season produce.  EXCLUSIVE … [Read more...]