Ashley Ziegler

Morrisville, North Carolina, Raleigh

Deputy Editor at Pregnancy & Newborn

Freelance Writer at Dotdash Meredith

Regular Contributing Writer, The Bump at The Knot Worldwide

My personal Twitter - all thoughts/opinions are my own

Articles

Pictures, Reasons and More

1 month ago | thebump.com | Ashley Ziegler

Got an appointment scheduled this week? You might get to see baby squirming around in your belly! Here, experts tell you what you’ll be able to discern on screen. save articleByAshley Ziegler,Contributing WriterUpdated Medically Reviewed by Kendra Segura, MD|Fact Checked by G. O’HaraImage: Nejron Photo | ShutterstockBetween regular checkups, bloodwork and routine tests, there are a lot of prenatal appointments to keep up with. Each visit is important, but they’re not always “fun,” per se.
How to Prepare for Breastfeeding

2 months ago | thebump.com | Ashley Ziegler

While you can’t prepare for everything, your nursing journey will go a lot smoother if you do your homework. save articleBy Ashley Ziegler, Contributing WriterPublished February 6, 2025NEW!Medically Reviewed by Kendra Segura, MD|Fact Checked by G. O’HaraImage: Iryna Inshyna | ShutterstockWhether it’s by stocking up on diapers, sanitizing pacis or washing every onesie and blankie in gentle baby detergent, being prepared can help calm expecting parents’ nerves before baby comes.
Hanson's 'Snowed In' Is The Absolute Best Christmas Album

Dec 4, 2024 | scarymommy.com | Ashley Ziegler

We all have those holiday songs where simply hearing the first few notes is enough to fill our souls with a unique sense of joy that you just don't get any other time of the year. Mariah Carey's iconic "All I Want for Christmas Is You," Andy Williams' "It's the Most Wonderful Time of the Year," and even "Merry Christmas, Happy Holidays" by 'NSYNC are among some of my personal favorites.
Ashley Ziegler, Freelance Writer

Nov 21, 2024 | instyle.com | Ashley Ziegler

Title:Freelance WriterEducation:Purdue University,Indiana Wesleyan UniversityLocation:North Carolina Ashley Ziegler is a freelance writer who has written for Verywell, Byrdie, Health.com, Romper, and various other publications. As a lifestyle writer, Ashley publishes content on everything lifestyle, from home, family, and kids, to fashion and beauty. After college, Ashley moved from her Hoosier-state home to North Carolina where she writes full-time and lives with her husband and two daughters.
The Developmental Pediatrician Shortage Is Real & It Came For My Daughter

Nov 20, 2024 | scarymommy.com | Ashley Ziegler

When you have a child with a disability or developmental disorder, one of the first steps of intervention is to begin assembling a team of specialists to support them. What that team looks like will vary by the child and their specific needs. My daughter has autism, for example, and her care team currently includes a special education teacher, an occupational/feeding therapist, and a developmental pediatrician. Building this support team hasn’t been easy.
I Know My Daughter Shouldn’t Be Her Sister's Caretaker, But It’s Happening Anyway

Nov 13, 2024 | scarymommy.com | Ashley Ziegler

The other day while I was putting my 8-year-old daughter, Eva, to bed, she let out a sigh, looked at me, and said, “Being a big sister is a lot of responsibility.” My heart immediately sank. This is a weight many oldest siblings carry, but I worry that Eva’s feels a little heavier because her little sister is autistic, which has required Eva to adapt in ways that, frankly, aren’t always fair.
I'd Give Anything To Watch My Own TV Shows

Nov 8, 2024 | scarymommy.com | Ashley Ziegler

I’m no stranger to sacrifice. Since becoming a mom, I’ve kissed goodbye to big things like time, sleep, my pre-baby body, and money, as well as smaller things like a bowl of cereal when there’s only a little bit of milk left in the fridge. It can be frustrating and even exhausting to feel like I’m constantly getting the crumbs, but most of the time it’s worth it. However, one thing in particular is wearing on me lately: freedom to watch my TV shows on an actual damn TV.
60 Gifts for New Parents That Helped Us Survive Those First Few Days With a Newborn at Home

Nov 4, 2024 | parents.com | Ashley Ziegler

Bringing a baby home is a wonderful experience, but it’s also hard to function when you’ve had no sleep, your hormones are all over the place, and you feel clueless. We get it. We’ve been there. That’s why we set out to find gifts for new parents that make their lives a little easier—for moms, dads, and any other caregivers looking after the new baby.
20 Years Later, 'Ella Enchanted' Is Still The Best Cinderella Adaptation

Oct 30, 2024 | scarymommy.com | Ashley Ziegler

The story of Cinderella has been around for centuries, but many of us in the modern world associate the story with the classic Disney version. You know the one: a young woman lives with her evil stepmother and two jealous stepsisters, who force her to toil away all day and try to prevent her from meeting (and marrying) Prince Charming.
Urgent Care Is A Whole Different Experience For A Kid On The Spectrum

Oct 25, 2024 | scarymommy.com | Ashley Ziegler

My daughter, Indy, had a hard fall at the playground over the weekend. I could tell her shoulder was in pain and couldn’t wait for a regular pediatrician appointment on Monday. And that meant we had to turn to a solution that filled me with dread: urgent care. That’s because Indy is autistic, and places like an urgent care office can be a total minefield.