Baby’s First Easter can be about more than a pretty dress and tiny bunny ears for a few cute pictures. This first year as a mommy truly celebrating holidays has suddenly become a ton more important, and although I’ve collected a few bunny books, I wasn’t sure how to really celebrate Easter in a fun … More 10 DIYs for Baby’s First Easter
Spring is my favorite season for fashion. I love the brighter colors and lighter fabrics! As a mama who likes to keep up with the trends, I decided to spend my afternoon researching this years hottest spring and summer style trends. But while scrolling through Harpers Bazaar and Elle, I wondered how practical these trends … More Maternity Spring Fashion Trends on a Budget
Supplies: Glitter Glue Lace & Ribbon Foam Stickers Scissors Elmer’s or Hot Glue Additional Decorating Supplies Suggestions: Sticker Rhinestones Clear Nail Polish – To coat and seal glitter glue onto sole of shoe. 3D Butterfly Stickers Fairy Dress-Up Shoes DIY Step 1: Measure and cut four strips of lace to fit the straps of the … More How to Make Your Toy Dress-Up Slippers Glam
Last week my cousin gave birth to her first baby girl! The whole family was gushing over the sweet newborn pics on Facebook and dissecting which parent she looks more like. I also noticed so many comments from family and friends that told the new mom and dad to “enjoy her while she’s this little”. … More Then vs Now: A Comparison Between Life with a Newborn and Life with One-Year-Old
Gender neutrality, gender reveals, grey and yellow baby gear, and they/them pronouns have become a *must discuss* for new parents. For a year, I helped raise a baby strictly gender neutral. This entailed they/them pronouns and a very plain/mix-matched wardrobe. When we were out and people asked, “Boy or girl?” we’d respond, “Just a baby.” … More Why We Play Neutral But Don’t Dress Neutral
The waiting room to visit our midwives might as well have been a Saturday on a jungle gym compared to the silence and stillness of the perinatal waiting room. You should expect most other mothers to not be far along in their pregnancies, as many will be induced before reaching full-term. You should expect people … More Peace-of-Mind for Your First Perinatal Visit
From the time Blake was around six months, I set a goal for the both of us to have him sleeping in his own room when he was a year old. Unfortunately, it felt like the time between six months and a year went by in an absolute blur. When Blake was around 9 months … More Transitioning from Co-Sleeping to Toddler Bed
I’m pretty sure I started planning my son’s first birthday party a few months after he was born. There were just so many cute themes and ideas I had stumbled upon on Pinterest, and I couldn’t wait to get started. However, when I delved deeper into those gorgeous Pinterest parties, I noticed how over-the-top expensive … More Throwing a Pinterest-Worthy 1st Birthday Party on a Budget
Dear Blake, I’m writing this on my phone as you literally sleep on top of me. I can feel your little heart beat against me and see your little chest rise and fall with each breath. But your legs pour down along mine and your thick mass of hair tickles my cheek. A year ago … More A Letter To My Son On His 1st Birthday
This is a fun afternoon activity for mommy and baby that makes something beautiful you can treasure yourself or gift to your loved ones. I originally was just making these for Scarlett’s two closest baby friends, but now I’m making some for the rest of my family. By simply switching up the type of frame, … More Mommy & Me Picture Frame Craft
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