About a Boy
After months of selflessly loving her sweet little baby boy, just imagine Alanna’s delight in hearing him utter his very first word. But who gets all the glory? Yes, isn’t it ironic…
She Had to Go
Think sleepless nights, baby proofing and splattered peas all over the floor were challenging times? Alanna meets up with the next toddler challenge, the dreaded P word… say hello to potty training.
Feel Like Ick
Remember the days of warm soup, feather comforters and movies to help cope with a cold? Well, Alanna discovers there is little room for self-pampering with two kids in the mix…
Alanna’s Mama…
This mother breaks the world record… but for what? Alanna, you’re hilarious – and I certainly hope your mother agrees or else you’d better pony up a very large Mother’s Day present indeed!
Yes, I Scrapbook…
Some scrapbooks are so beautifully crafted, with photos and memories laid out in perfect form. Others, well… let’s just say they’re going through a careful planning stage. Alanna explains…
Shakin’ It
Who said motherhood had to steal your groove? Alanna rediscovers her dance moves and unleashes her inner diva with arms flailing! But is the world really ready for this hot mama?!
A Cure for the Common Whine
Is there a cure for “but, mommmmm?” As whining catches on among siblings, Alanna decides she’s had enough and decides to start a campaign to find a cure!
Just Another Wet Shirt
“Excuse me ma’am, but I believe you’ve sprung a leak!” Alanna dives back in to the world of new motherhood, around-the-clock breastfeeding and a laundry basket full of wet t-shirts.
Three Kids and Counting…
Oh what a difference a few trips to the delivery room can make! The first might be a big production, but by the third Alanna is in and out before they can tie her gown on…
Keepin’ It Clean…
Men and their automobiles. Is there any relationship more sacred? Add a pregnant mama like Alanna to the mix and you can bet there will be trouble…
Hair Today, Still None Tomorrow
“Oh, that’s such a beautiful baby! Is it… a boy?” No matter how pretty and pink the picture, why is it most people assume hairless babies are of the male variety? Alanna just won’t have it anymore…
So Long Sisters…
Pregnancy changes things, and not always for the better. Alanna says goodbye to a pair of friends she’ll miss dearly from now on. Not for the faint of heart…
A New Generation of Holiday Hunters
Looks like the tables have turned! Better beware. As Alanna discovers, we’re not the only ones snooping around for our Christmas presents this year. The next generation is well on its way!
Who Said it Gets Easier?
With one child, it’s hard to imagine chasing two or three around and being pregnant at the same time – but people do say that with every addition it gets easier. Is that really true? With her third child on the way, Alanna puts the saying to the test…
