It’s HOT and You’re Pregnant! Tips to Stay Cool!

by Building Families // May 22, 2013

As the mercury rises, so does your discomfort level. What’s a pregnant mom to do for relief? Run errands, go for walks, and do outdoor tasks in the morning or evening when it’s cooler. Stay indoors in the shade or... Continue reading →

Shannon’s Dr. Visit

by Building Families // May 21, 2013

Shannon is getting excited as we are in the last month of pregnancy!! Dr. Kong with Orange County Women’s Medical Group gave us the “thumbs up” that all is going well. Doesn’t Shannon look incredible?! We sure think so! Continue reading →

Do Your Kids Know How to Swim?

by Building Families // May 20, 2013

Each year, too many children are victims of drowning. Do your kids know how to swim? A good swimmer is one who can move through the water in an efficient and almost effortless manner. Does this describe your child? We... Continue reading →

A Mother Tells Her Daughter How She Came to Be

by Building Families // May 16, 2013

Hi Nancy, Hope you and all the boys are well!! Today we were driving home in the car and we went through the story of you keeping her in your belly for me! She was quite excited and said she... Continue reading →

Gorgeous Gals!

by Building Families // May 16, 2013

Jennifer pregnant with the baby girl she is carrying for her Couple was just radiant yesterday! Dr. May with OCWMG shared a story about one of his favorite trips to Paris, France and visiting the Eiffel Tower. Jennifer has never... Continue reading →

10 Neat Facts About Pregnancy That You May Not Know

by Building Families // May 15, 2013

Your Uterus Expands Up To 500 Times Its Normal Size A woman’s body is an incredible thing. Did you know the uterus enlarges up to 500 times its normal size? It can go from a couple of ounces to 1-2... Continue reading →

10 Best Foods for Pregnancy!

by Building Families // May 14, 2013

Eggs “It’s amazing what you get in one egg, and for only about 90 calories,” says Elizabeth Ward, dietitian and author of Expect the Best, Your Guide to Healthy Eating Before, During, and After Pregnancy. In addition to more than... Continue reading →

Greatest Gift of All

by Building Families // May 13, 2013

We wanted to share this beautiful note from Randi’s IP: “Thank you for the gift of life. Thank you for the tremendous joy our sweet baby girl has brought us. We prayed for an Angel and God gave us you.... Continue reading →

Mother’s Day 2013

by Building Families // May 10, 2013

Mother’s Day 2013 will be a day that I will remember with fondness for the rest of my days. My daughter, Jenny, is celebrating her first Mother’s Day this year! As moms, we do our best to prepare our children... Continue reading →

What is Your Favorite Mother’s Day Gift?

by Building Families // May 10, 2013

We asked our BFI staff to share their favorite Mother’s Day gifts. Here’s what they said! Carol: My favorite gifts were items the kids made when they were young. I remember Johnny making me a macaroni necklace with so many... Continue reading →