finding beauty, confidence, and rest in motherhood
When I lay down at night … propped up between 1,00 pillows … I feel my little one wiggle around like crazy. It’s hard to think about falling asleep when all I want to do is focus on these little movements. Let me tell you, I’ve got a little night owl growing inside of me! […]
Between my infatuation with childbirth, babies and craft projects I have literally fallen in love with Design Mom. I read her everyday. Usually during a quick break at work when I need an upbeat refresher. Her family is adorable (she has 6 kiddos), her crafts are lovely, and some days I kind of wish we […]
That’s right … I already have one of my pregnancy projects complete. WOOHOO! I had a code for a free 8X8 book AND free shipping. I couldn’t pass it up. Plus, it feels hella good to have something checked off my list! Click here to view this photo book larger
Sunday Best – Augustana Just Say Yes – Snow Patrol Carolina – Matt Wertz
I’ve had a number of projects in the works for many, many months. I always blame their lack of completeness on the season of the year (I’ll get started on that this summer), work (once I get through the busy time), or laziness (I don’t care about projects … I would rather watch all six […]
My skin has been crazy itchy throughout pregnancy … legs, back, arms, hands, stomach … you name it, I itch it. So, when Mama Kimberly recommended skincare for baby’s sensitive skin, I jumped on it. It’s officially on my Target registry and I’m looking forward to giving it a try (for baby and maybe even […]
We are in the market for a baby carrier for this guy … 6 feet, 2 inches – 260 pounds – crazy buff shoulders I totally thought I would be the baby wearer and Dom would be the bag carrier/stroller pusher. But no, he is very much into the idea of toting baby around. How […]
I love the idea of drying baby’s clothes and diapers on a clothesline outside! The fresh air scent combined with preserving my washer and dryer for a bit longer are both quite enticing. Mama Darah even says it is great for sun-bleaching out stains. I better start praying for some extra sunny days in good […]
I met with Lucina yesterday for my monthly appointment. It went smooth as butter … baby is growing, I’m healthy, and we’re gearing up for the next milestone – OUR ULTRASOUND! Highlights of my appointment: I was scolded for wearing such high heels … they were just wedges, but I was encouraged to make the […]
My sister, M’Lissa, has been a mom for a little over a year now to my sweet nephew, Bishop. This girl has done her research and knows what she is talking about when it comes to baby necessities. So, naturally, I’m thrilled about her recommendation of Baby Bliss Gripe Water. Gripe Water is a herbal […]
I’m pretty tickled by all of you awesome advice about baby necessities. I would much rather rely on your mama wisdom instead of the registry recommendations. Keep the ideas coming as I’m going to start a “Mama Must Haves” section to feature things you suggest. If you have an idea, just e-mail me here!