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Katie Williams

Katie is a stay-at-home mom of one (age 1) and a dog mom of 2. She is the author of Pieces of Cake Blog, which primarily focuses on topics related to motherhood and parenting. Her adjustment to motherhood and struggles with breastfeeding have inspired a lot of her content.

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A baby is breastfeeding, held closely by a person wearing a light blue and white striped shirt. The baby's eyes are closed and one hand rests gently against the person's chest, embodying the warmth and connection celebrated in breastfeeding affirmations.

20 Breastfeeding Affirmations You Need to Say

Breastfeeding
A person with shoulder-length hair cradles a newborn wrapped in a white blanket while sitting on a chair, softly humming lullaby songs. The room contains a baby playpen and other baby items. The image is in black and white.

15 Popular Lullaby Songs and Their Origins

Babies (3 - 11 months)
Five women are gathered at a baby shower with delightful baby shower themes. One woman, wearing a blue dress, is visibly pregnant and covering her mouth in delight. Another woman is holding a gift box. The area is decorated with balloons, a 'BABY' sign, and a 'Let the adventure begin' sign.

11 Popular Baby Shower Themes for Every Style

Baby Showers

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A baby is breastfeeding, held closely by a person wearing a light blue and white striped shirt. The baby's eyes are closed and one hand rests gently against the person's chest, embodying the warmth and connection celebrated in breastfeeding affirmations.

20 Breastfeeding Affirmations You Need to Say

Breastfeeding
A woman is sitting on a bed using a breast pump, dressed in a black top and grey skirt. The pump is attached to both breasts as she adjusts the machine with her left hand. For those looking for pumping tips, note the teal lamp and white nightstand in the background, creating a serene atmosphere.

15 Tips To Make Pumping Suck Less

Pumping
A woman wearing glasses, a long-sleeved shirt, and jeans is sitting on a couch, holding a baby in her lap. She looks at a laptop screen with a hand on her forehead, appearing concerned. The baby also looks at the screen attentively—an everyday moment for career moms balancing work and family.

Career Moms Face More Hurdles Yet are Expected to Perform the Same

Motherhood
A young woman and an older woman sit together on a couch. The young woman leans her head on the older woman's chest and smiles, while the older woman has her eyes closed and an arm around the young woman's shoulders. Both appear content as if seeing each other through new eyes.

I Now See My Mother Through New Eyes

Motherhood
A working mom is sitting at a wooden table, holding a phone to her ear with one hand while a young child is on her lap using a laptop. A white mug is placed on the table in the foreground, capturing the essence of her daily routine. The room is well-lit with a large window in the background.

A Good Daily Routine for Working Moms

Parenting Tips
A woman and a young girl, both wearing aprons, are preparing food in a kitchen. You can be a great mom and create lasting memories as the girl reaches into a jar while the woman holds a small bowl. Various vegetables, including bell peppers and tomatoes, are on the counter next to a salad bowl.

You Can Be a Great Mom And Still Do These Things

Motherhood
A woman sits at a desk with a hand on her chin, focused on a computer screen. A child climbs over the back of her chair, touching her shoulder. The desk holds various small toys and craft items that remind you of life before you became a mom. The room is softly lit with a mix of natural and artificial light.

It’s Okay to Miss Who You Were Before You Became a Mom

Motherhood
A struggling breastfeeding mom with blonde hair, wearing a blue shirt and gray pajama pants with colorful designs, is lying on her side in bed nursing an infant. The bedding includes a star-patterned blanket and several white pillows.

To the Struggling Breastfeeding Mom: You’re Not Alone

Breastfeeding
A navy blue keepsake box is displayed open, revealing compartments with baby items, including a stuffed bunny, baby shoes, ultrasound photos, and folded clothes. Adjacent is a closed white memory book titled "The Story of You" in gold font—one of the best baby books to cherish.

Best Baby Books and Journals

Newborns (0 - 2 months)
Five women are gathered at a baby shower with delightful baby shower themes. One woman, wearing a blue dress, is visibly pregnant and covering her mouth in delight. Another woman is holding a gift box. The area is decorated with balloons, a 'BABY' sign, and a 'Let the adventure begin' sign.

11 Popular Baby Shower Themes for Every Style

Baby Showers
A person with shoulder-length hair cradles a newborn wrapped in a white blanket while sitting on a chair, softly humming lullaby songs. The room contains a baby playpen and other baby items. The image is in black and white.

15 Popular Lullaby Songs and Their Origins

Babies (3 - 11 months)
A group of six women stand around a table filled with baby shower food ideas, including cupcakes and a large cake. One woman in the center, who appears to be pregnant, is being celebrated. The women are smiling and holding drinks, surrounded by pastel-colored decorations.

Baby Shower Food Ideas

Baby Showers
A woman is sitting on a couch, cradling a baby wrapped in a blanket in her arms. She looks serene as she embraces the "breast is best" philosophy. The cozy living room has beige and yellow pillows on the couch, with a dining area and chairs visible in the background.

‘Breast is Best’ Can Be More Harmful Than Helpful

Formula-Feeding
A baby wearing a striped onesie sleeps on the chest of an adult who is lying down. The adult's face is partially visible, and their hand is gently placed on the baby's back. The partner's presence makes the scene feel special, exuding a calm and intimate ambiance.

7 Ways to Make Your Partner Feel Special and Helpful After Having a Baby

Postpartum Tips
A person with an afro hairstyle stands against a plain background, wearing a bright yellow t-shirt. They have their right arm raised with their palm facing outward, as if signaling to stop or halt. Their expression seems to say, "Stop asking women.

5 Reasons To Stop Asking Women When They Are Having Babies

TTC
A woman with blonde hair, the perfect mother, sits on a bed in a well-lit room, holding a baby in her arms. She wears a dark green dress and a wristwatch, appearing to look down lovingly at the baby. The background features white curtains.

There’s No Perfect Mother, Letting Go of the Illusion

Motherhood
A woman holding a newborn baby stands at her front door, smiling and chatting with her houseguest who is holding a bouquet of flowers. The setting appears to be a residential area with a brick exterior wall in the background.

How to Deal With Houseguests as a New Mom

New Moms
Three adults and three children are sitting on a blue couch in a brightly lit room. Two adults hold a child each, while another child sits unassisted. A mother helps raise the cheerful atmosphere as framed pictures adorn the wall and a patterned rug lies on the floor. They are all smiling.

5 Reasons It Takes a Village to Raise a Mother

Motherhood
A premature baby lies in an incubator in a neonatal intensive care unit. The baby is connected to medical tubes and monitors, and is wrapped in white blankets. The image, possibly reflecting concerns about the U.S. Premature Birth Rate, is seen through a circular opening, likely part of the equipment.

The U.S. Premature Birth Rate Report Card 2021

Newsworthy
A woman sits on a couch holding a baby and looking tired. The living room is cluttered with baby items, laundry, and papers. A laundry basket filled with clothes is on the floor, and a baby car seat is nearby. Despite the chaos, it’s clear she’s not a bad mom; she’s just overwhelmed.

You’re Not A Bad Mom If…Common Misconceptions That Need to Stop!

Motherhood
A pregnant woman in a hospital gown sits on the edge of a bed in a labor and delivery room. She holds her belly with one hand and rests her other hand on the bed railing. Medical equipment and monitors are visible in the background.

8 Hacks to Know Before Going Into Labor and Delivery

Birth Tips
A pregnant woman in a striped dress sits on a bed, cradling her belly with both hands. The room is softly lit, and there are flowers in the background on the right side. In the third trimester and over it, she gazes off thoughtfully. The photo is in black and white.

12 Signs You’re in Your Third Trimester and Over It

Third Trimester
An adult and a child are brushing their teeth in a bathroom, the child sitting on the counter while the adult stands beside them. They both hold toothbrushes in their mouths, embodying the daily routine thoughts of a stay-at-home mom. The background features a window and neatly stacked items.

7 Secret Thoughts of a Stay-at-Home Mom

Motherhood
A woman, dressed in a dark robe, sits in a chair by a window, holding a baby wearing a green hat. The background is softly lit by natural light. In the foreground, there's a breast pump with bottles placed on a surface—an intimate scene possibly hinting at an identity crisis.

Identity Crisis of Motherhood: You’re Not “Just A Mom”

Motherhood
A person rests in a hospital bed with eyes closed, holding a newborn baby who is wrapped in a blanket. The baby is lying on the person's chest, also asleep. This serene moment captures them meeting my rainbow baby for the first time, with a blurred hospital room setting in the background.

Meeting My Rainbow Baby Was Pure Magic

Motherhood
A woman is sitting on a bed, holding a baby in her lap while looking at her phone, possibly checking tracking apps. The room is bright with natural light, and a white crib is visible in the background. The woman is casually dressed, and the scene suggests a calm and relaxed moment.

Best Baby Tracking Apps for Busy Moms

Parenting Guides
Close-up of an adult and a child holding hands outdoors, symbolizing support through life's challenges. The adult on the left wears a light sweater and blue jeans, while the child on the right sports a white shirt. Sunlight filters through in the background, highlighting a green grassy area.

As Much As I Want To, I Can’t Protect My Child From Life’s Challenges

Parenting Tips
A newborn baby is peacefully sleeping, swaddled in one of the best swaddles—a white blanket with gray stripes. The baby is wearing a light blue knitted hat. The background is softly lit, creating a calm and serene atmosphere.

5 Best Swaddles to Help Comfort Your Newborn and Baby

Parenting Guides
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