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Hello Spring Giveaway

Hello and welcome, “It’s giveaway time at Katherines Corner and I’m co-hosting, this time it is about a Spring Door Mat and $50 Cash!!

I love hosting Katherine’s Giveaways, there’s always something fun to look forward to throughout the year, one each month!!

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March 18, 2021

Maintenance Tips To Help You Prepare for a Home Birth

If you are pregnant or an expecting mother, you might be considering having a home birth. It’s important to know how to prepare for labor whether you plan on having your baby in the hospital or at home. We will focus on things to think about if your birth plan includes your child being born at home on the big day.

1. Take classes or read books on home births.

As soon as you realize you want to have a home birth versus a hospital birth, it would help if you started reading up on the process. From hiring a midwife to preparing your home with necessary supplies, you will want to be well versed in what you can expect before, during, and after childbirth. Many hospitals offer free birthing classes such as prenatal massage and Lamaze to help with pain during labor and delivery.

Of course, you can’t know exactly what will happen on your due date, but if you anticipate anything that might occur, you will be better prepared at the moment.

2. Maintain and repair faulty appliances around your home.

If you plan on having a home birth, you will want to make sure all necessary appliances in your home are up and running in good condition. You might be surprised how a properly running furnace, dishwasher, washer, air conditioner, and dryer will come in handy on the big day.

If you suspect something is wrong with a major appliance, such as your HVAC system or furnace, you should get it checked out as soon as possible. For example, if you have smells continuously coming from the vents in your home, you should contact an HVAC technician to come to check it out in advance of your due date.

3. Connect with a reliable midwife.

Having a midwife and/or doula to attend and assist in your home birth is one of the most important steps of the preparation process. A midwife will help you prepare for childbirth, provide prenatal care, provide technical expertise during labor and delivery, as well as provide postpartum care and support.

If you haven’t chosen a midwife for your home birth, be sure to check online and see who is available locally. Having a midwife close to your home is important so they won’t have to travel far when you go into labor. They should also have some backup plan if things don’t go as smoothly as you anticipate during labor and delivery.

4. Finish any incomplete home renovations.

If you have any home renovation projects that aren’t completed, this is the perfect time to get them done. Not only will you feel more organized while preparing for your home birth, but you will have fewer things to worry about when the time comes.

It’s a good idea to try to get home renovations completed as early in the pregnancy as possible because many projects can be risky in the second and third trimester. Renovations such as painting, laying hardwood floors, and moving large appliances are risky in the later stages of pregnancy.

5. Make a postpartum care plan.

Most expecting mothers focus on prenatal care and childbirth when they are preparing for the big day. There is something many people call the fourth trimester of pregnancy, which is the postpartum period. You will want to prepare for things like breastfeeding, caring for a newborn, sleeping situations, and their first trip to a doctor’s office for a newborn checkup.

Many mothers describe the fourth trimester as trying, exhausting, and a big learning experience for both baby and mom. Everyone parents newborns in different ways, so try to find out what makes you comfortable while caring for your baby.

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March 18, 2021

Portable Air Conditioners – All You Need to Know!

What-You-Need-To-Know-About-Portable-airconditioners Knowing where to start with choosing a portable air conditioner for your home can be a daunting task. As with all big purchases, a google search can often throw up more questions than answers, and it is about trying to pick through the different marketing and sales tactics to find the best solution for your needs.

Balancing cost and performance are the juggling act that you somehow need to achieve. Making the wrong choice can leave you with a poor machine that is not in warranty. In the event of any problems, you then risk being left with a decision to write off the unit and start again, or to pay for repairs out of your own pocket.

When portable air conditioners are a great fit

During hot summers, homes and offices can become uncomfortably hot places. If you rent your space or it is unsuitable to install a permanent air conditioning system, a portable air conditioner can be the ideal workaround.

This short article will help you to select the best option for your home or office. It will look at the main considerations you should make, and the things to look out for when making your choice.

The technicalities of portable air conditioners

One of the first things to check when making your decision on the best portable air conditioner is its energy rating. As a rule of thumb, cheaper models tend to need around 1000 watts per hour to function, while better and more energy efficient alternatives tend to be closer to 800 watts per hour.

In short, the better the unit you buy, the more chances that it is more energy efficient. This means that you get better bang for your buck in terms of cooling capacity compared to the amount of energy required.

The workings of portable air conditioners

One of the major advantages portable air conditioners have over fully installed versions is that they do not require ventilation. They operate by pulling in warm and hot air in the room and passing it through damp pads that cool it down. This then also serves to make the water evaporate, thereby reducing the air’s temperature even further. Cool air is then dispersed around the room using a fan.

While it is not essential for the operation of portable air conditioning units, placing them next to a source of ventilation, doing so has some benefits. Greater energy efficiency can be achieved by running your unit close to a door, vent or window that can serve as a source of clean air.

Getting the most from your portable air conditioner

One of the best ways to get the most value from your portable air conditioner is to ensure you pick the right model to suit your space and requirements.

Choosing the cheapest model will likely mean that you struggle for performance and warranty; choosing too small could mean your unit struggles to keep a medium or larger space cool; and choosing a unit that is too large for your space could mean you are saddled with a noisy and unwelcome addition to your home.

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March 18, 2021

Tips for Improving Your Baby Sleep Patterns

Correcting-Babies-Sleep-Pattern Most new moms change their schedules after giving birth. That’s because of the crazy sleeping habits of their newborns. Unfortunately, babies’ systems don’t understand that mothers are deprived of sleep. Your baby may be awake when you want them to sleep and sleep when you want them to be awake.

Fortunately, you can change this schedule. It all starts with buying the right sleeping gear for Love To Dream.

Here are other things that can help you enhance your baby’s sleeping partners:

Creating A Rhythm

Your baby should sleep for at least sixteen hours every day, though in stretches of few hours at a time. This pattern may be erratic initially, but a regular sleep schedule can streamline it.

At about four months, babies can sleep for at least five hours during the day and ten hours at night. You need to make an effort to instill this rhythm in them when young because, like adults, babies also have circadian rhythms.

When they’re born, babies’ circadian rhythms aren’t synchronized with the 24-hour day and night cycle. It may take some time to help the babies get in sync with the cycle. Research indicates that your baby is about to adapt quickly if you give them the right environmental cues.

During the day, expose your cute one to natural daylight and involve her in the hustles and bustles of daytime activities. However, when darkness comes, shield your baby from artificial lighting. If you expose her to lighting for longer, her brain will delay the onset of sleepiness.

Settle Your Baby Before Bed

The hour leading to bedtime should be a time of emotional assurance, happiness, and security. Your baby won’t sleep well if she’s irritated or anxious. Therefore, before bedtime, ensure she feels secure and loved.

You also need to minimize their stress levels. Interestingly, babies get more distressed when their parents or caregivers are distressed. Soothing and reassuring your baby can help to counter the negative emotions. Some studies show that parents who soothe their baby’s emotions reported fewer infant sleep problems. This technique will work for you, whether you’re sharing a bedroom with an infant or they’re sleeping elsewhere. Kids sleep well when parents and caregivers are responsive and sensitive.

Use Bulbs That Don’t Emit Blue Wavelengths

Eliminating sources of electronic light when there’s darkness will make your baby sleep quickly. Unfortunately, a total blackout isn’t a realistic option. You may need the light to perform other activities like cooking, reading, and preparing for the next day. If you have other kids, they may also require the light to do their homework.

Luckily, not all light wavelengths affect the circadian rhythm. White light from incandescent and fluorescent bulbs will disrupt your baby’s sleep patterns. However, research shows that it’s the blue part of the spectrum that causes such trouble. If you can block it, you’ll reduce the adverse effects that light exposure brings. Low-watt amber bulbs are perfect for your baby because they don’t produce blue wavelengths.

The Bottom Line

Your baby’s sleep pattern doesn’t have to trouble you if you know how to correct it. Following these tips can lessen your nighttime stress and improve your baby’s sleep patterns.

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