Karissa Whitman, Author at Baby Chick

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Karissa Whitman

Karissa is a boy mama who resides in sunny San Diego, California with her family - including their two big doggies! After facing many postpartum struggles with minimal support after her first son was born, Karissa grew passionate about helping new and expecting moms find the support & confidence needed to transition into the scary, yet exciting journey into motherhood!

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10 Ways to Throw a Fun Co-ed Baby Shower

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10 Ways to Prepare Your Family and Home for Baby Number Two

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How to Know If Your Child Can Benefit From Early Intervention

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Post-Labor Thoughts You May Experience

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Benefits of a Nursing Pillow: What You Should Know

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How to Prepare for Postpartum Life

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How to Survive Pregnancy Fatigue With a Toddler

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