Celebrate Life!

On June 24, our country celebrates the first anniversary of the Dobbs ruling which overturned Roe v. Wade. While many of us celebrated the ruling in 2022, others wondered what the decision would mean for women in crisis: for women experiencing unplanned pregnancies, for single women with no support system, for women wondering what they should do next and how they would manage a job or school with a baby.

At One by One, our goal has always been to walk alongside pregnant and new moms – without judgment - throughout their pregnancies and at least until their children turn one. Our mentors offer friendship and support, teach moms how to meet their babies’ safety and developmental needs, and share parenting and life skills lessons. Most of all, our mentors are there to remind every scared mom she’s not alone – because One by One is right there with her.

Indoor Summer Fun - Activities for When Your Kids Need a Break from the Elements

Summer is here! School’s out, and your kids are excited for freedom and lots of time to play. You’re looking forward to getting outside…. until the first heat wave hits or that low pressure system settles in with days of rain. How do you channel your kids’ energy and excitement when they need a break from the sun, the heat, or the rain?

We have some great ideas for easy and inexpensive indoor fun for the kids – and the whole family – that will keep you from driving each other crazy. (And just between us, we slipped a little bit of learning into these ideas, too!)

Virtual Mentors Help New Moms across the U.S.

At One by One, our mission is to mentor and educate new moms to parent well. We provide in-person mentoring in Memphis, Dallas/Ft. Worth, San Antonio, and a few smaller communities in Mississippi, Tennessee, and Kansas. But what if you’re not in one of those locations? We launched a virtual mentoring program earlier this year to support moms across the US who don’t have in-person mentoring opportunities or who can’t meet in person due to various hardships, and we’re looking for women to serve as mentors. Does virtual mentoring appeal to you? Let’s look at how the program works.

What Moms Really Want for Mother's Day

Mother’s Day is just around the corner; are you ready?! If you’re still looking for the perfect gift for your mom, check out what our guide to what moms want – and don’t want – for Mother’s Day.

A recent poll shows most moms want either free time to relax or enjoy a hobby or quality time with family for Mother’s Day. Our gift guide covers some ways to make free and family time extra special.

The Many Benefits of Volunteering

“I thought I was signing up to help a new mom, but I ended up being so blessed to be a part of my mom’s life and this ministry!”

What is it about volunteering that makes us feel we’re the ones being served? Turns out, there are lots of benefits to volunteering! In honor of National Volunteer Month, we’ve listed several benefits of volunteering along with ways you can volunteer with One by One if you have a heart for helping new moms.

Keeping Christ in Easter: When Your Kids Get too Excited about the Easter Bunny, Follow These Tips to Redirect Their Attention to the Cross

As Easter nears, kids get excited about the Easter Bunny, Easter baskets, and Easter egg hunts. And who wouldn’t? After all, these are fun traditions! But we need to remind our kids that Easter is not about eggs and baskets; it’s about Jesus’ death and resurrection. To help you remind your kids of the importance of Easter, we’ve created a list of fun activities you and your kids can do to keep their focus on the cross.

Co-Sleeping: What It Is and Why You Shouldn't Do It

“Co-sleeping” with your baby has become a hot topic (again!). If you’re on TikTok, you may have seen videos from moms saying they love co-sleeping with their babies. But you’ve also likely seen videos from moms (and dads) warning of the risks of co-sleeping; sadly many of these parents have lost their babies due to co-sleeping.

A recent survey revealed that about half of parents co-sleep with their babies – even when they know the risks. There are a number of reasons parents desire to co-sleep, but experts say the risks are simply too great especially because there are no proven benefits to the practice.

Let’s take a look at reasons parents co-sleep, the associated risks, and safer alternatives. (As with any health issue, if you’re concerned about your baby’s sleep, talk to your pediatrician.)

Mom Lessons from a NFL Quarterback Moving: Forward after a Setback – Even if it’s Just a Bad Day

If you’re one of the 113 million people who watched the Super Bowl last month, you saw Eagles quarterback Jalen Hurts deliver a record-setting performance in a close loss to the Chiefs.

Before you get worried that we’ve become a sports blog instead of a mom blog, hang on! It’s what Jalen Hurts said AFTER the game that we’re going to talk about. And we’re going to use his words to help us be better moms when we face setbacks - even when our setbacks are just crazy, frustrating days.

We're Going Virtual! One by One is now able to serve women all across the US!

Nationwide, 4 out of 10 children are born to single mothers. Many of these moms weren’t expecting to become pregnant and are facing pregnancy and motherhood alone – without the support of family or their babies’ fathers. But what if we could provide a trained mentor to each one of these moms? A mentor who would offer friendship, support, parent education, and other resources the mom might need? A mentor who would let the mom know that she’s not in this alone. A mentor who will be there with her at least until her child turns one. Now we can.

Winter Play Spaces - Kid Activities for when You Need to Get Out of the House

The winter doldrums have officially set in. Your kids are stir-crazy with cabin fever, and you are too! You need some fun, indoor entertainment – but you also need to get out of the house. We’ve got you covered. From totally free to can cost a few bucks, you should find plenty of ways to entertain the kids here.

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Indoor Winter Fun - Keep Your Kids Occupied when it's too Cold or Rainy to Play Outside

Christmas has come and gone; your kids may already be over playing with new toys, but the weather outside is still frightful. What’s a mom to do? We have some great ideas for easy and inexpensive indoor fun for the kids – and the whole family – that will keep you from driving each other crazy. (And don’t tell, but we slipped a little bit of learning into these ideas, too!)

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Wanting to Spend More Time with the Lord in 2023? We Have Tips to Help You Achieve Your Goal

Who can believe it’s already 2023? And who’s making resolutions this year? Studies show fewer of us are making resolutions – and even fewer are keeping them! Do you feel it’s easier to remember to write 2023 instead of 2022 than it is to keep a resolution? We’re here to help – especially if you have a resolution to spend more time with the Lord this year.

Whether your goal is to spend more time reading the Bible or to focus more on your prayer life, there are things you can do to set yourself up for success. Check out these 10 tips – and let us know in the comments which ones work for you and any tips you have that we left out!

Mom ResourcesCindy CurryJanuary 4, 2023mentor, mom, parenting, christian, resolution, new year, God, time with God, Grow faithComment

Keeping Christ in Christmas - Teaching Your Kids the True Meaning of Christmas

It’s Christmas time! Ok, maybe it’s ALMOST Christmas, but doesn’t it seem like everyone is putting out Christmas lights, decorating trees, and shopping already? And our kids are here for it all, right?!

For many, Christmas is the “most wonderful time of the year,” and it’s so easy to get caught up in the shopping, cooking, decorating, parties, and various outings that come with the season. As much fun as it is to do “all the things,” as a Christian mom, do you ever feel something is lacking? Are you looking for ways to keep Christ the center of Christmas – and to teach your children the true meaning of Christmas?

It can seem like a daunting task, but it can be done! Here are 10 easy things you can do this Christmas time to help your kids and your family focus on Christ as you celebrate the season.

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Being Thankful at Thanksgiving - why we should all focus on gratitude

With Thanksgiving on the horizon, many of us are beginning to think of all the things we have to be grateful for. While we may include different things on our lists – and our lists may change from year to year – most adults will agree that in 2022 in the United States, we have a lot to be thankful for.

But what about our kids? Are we making an effort to instill in them a sense of gratitude? Kids can have a reputation for being self-centered and selfish, but they can also be some of the kindest, most generous people. And when we teach our children to be thankful, you’ll be amazed at how often they will be the ones to remind us of just how much we have to be grateful for. Let’s look at 10 things you can do to help instill a sense of gratitude in your child.

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The Importance of Prenatal Care - Part 2 What to Expect at Your Appointments

In our last blog – Part 1 of the Importance of Prenatal Care – Why Should You See a Doctor? – we looked at 10 reasons you should make sure to get early and regular prenatal care. If you didn’t read that post, be sure to check it out! For the tl;dr crowd, here’s the takeaway: Early and regular prenatal care improves the chance you will have a healthy pregnancy, and a healthy pregnancy is one of the best ways you can promote a healthy birth!

Now, let’s talk about when to see your doctor and what to expect during your visits. If you use a home pregnancy test to confirm your suspicion that you may be pregnant, call your doctor to schedule your first prenatal appointment as soon as you see that + test sign. You should schedule your first doctor’s appointment no later than 8 weeks after your first missed period. Here’s a look at how often you’ll see the doctor and what to expect when you get there.

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The Importance of Prenatal Care Part 1 - Why Should You See a Doctor?

So you just found out you’re pregnant – congratulations! As you make your list of family and friends to call, don’t forget to add your doctor! Yep, your doctor should be one of the first people you call with the news. Why? Early and regular prenatal care improves the chance you will have a healthy pregnancy, and a healthy pregnancy is one of the best ways you can promote a healthy birth!

Let’s look at 10 reasons you should make a doctor’s appointment as soon as you see that + sign on your pregnancy test. (ps – keep reading for information on affording prenatal appointments if that is a concern.)

Cindy CurryOctober 20, 2022pregnancy, prenatal, pregnant, prenataldoctor, healthy pregnancy, healthy baby, obgynComment

Claim the Future: How You Can Claim the Future You Want for Yourself and Your Child

Mom ResourcesCindy CurrySeptember 27, 2022future, let love lead, moms, babies, Bartholomew Orr, child's futureComment

Church Nurseries: How to Know When It's Time to Take Your Child and What to Look for When You Do

You’ve had your baby, all is going well, and now you’re ready to return to church. But what does that mean for your little one? Do you keep him with you during service, prepared to make a quick exit if he cries or needs a diaper change? Or do you drop her in the church nursery for a volunteer to watch while you participate in the service?

Some parents prefer to keep their babies with them in service as long as they can; others prefer (or need - especially if they have a role during the service) to drop their kids off as soon as they can. So what should you consider before dropping your child off at the nursery? Here’s a short list of things to look for in a church nursery and a few things you can do to make it easier on the staff when you drop-off your child.

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Day Care Drop Off: How to Pick a Facility to Care for Your Little One

As schools start up for the new school year, you may be thinking about the need for daycare for your little one. About 70% of primary care givers work outside the home, but according to a 2019 survey, half of families have difficulty finding childcare. Why is it so hard to find good care?! There are so many options: daycare centers, in home care, family babysitters, nannies, and even au pairs. But, there are so many things to consider when trying to decide who will watch your baby while you’re away at work!

Since daycare centers are the most popular option, let’s take a look at 10 things you should consider before you enroll your child.

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Finding Joy in the Mess of being a Mom

Do you remember how you felt when you found out you were pregnant? Nervous? Yep. Scared? Probably at least a bit – especially if your pregnancy was a surprise. But excited? Absolutely! Then, after the initial excitement wore off, did it start to feel like your baby would never arrive?

If you’re like many moms, you fill the long months between learning you’re pregnant and your baby’s arrival with anticipation. You can’t wait to meet your little one, and you often imagine all the sweet, peaceful, and meaningful moments you’ll share!

But then your baby arrives, and you discover that among the coos, cuddles, and sweet little cries lie sleepless nights, unexplained fussiness, and more laundry than you could have imagined possible for someone weighing less than 10 pounds. And then a new kind of waiting can creep up. You “can’t wait” until he sleeps through the night. You can’t wait until her first tooth comes in, she doesn’t need a bottle, and she can eat solid food. You can’t wait until he can sit, crawl, then walk. And you really can’t wait until she talks and potty trains! But we can appreciate - and find joy - in parenting in the mess (and end up with some great stories to tell!).

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