Pregnancy Week 38

Here we are two weeks from our EDD! Hopefully you aren't too bored with all my pregnancy updates, but these are my last few days or weeks so they will be over soon (then you get to hear about Shelby ) I had a great 38 week appointment. Based on feeling Shelby from the out... Read More

Get Ready for Baby: Our Finished Nursery

Finally at 38 weeks we have everything completely done! All clothes are washed, all diapers are prepped, all bedding and blankets done. Everything is put away and ready to go! I have even (almost) finished my birth center bag. Shelby's bag is done, snacks are packed and t... Read More

Pregnancy Week 37

Well I am not sure how many pregnancy updates I'll have, but with my luck miss Shelby will wait until the last minute to come! I fully expect to be pregnant for a few more weeks. My appointment last week went great. Still n weight gain, bp is good, no swelling and Shelby ... Read More

Wordless Wednesday: 36 Week Belly Comparison

At this point I can tell that Sarah was much bigger than Shelby. I also dropped around 36 weeks with Sarah and I am still carrying Shelby higher.... Read More

Packing our Birth Center Bags

With the girls I packed the clothes they would wear coming home from the hospital in my over night bag. I knew the hospital would provide a lot of the stuff we would need for baby, like wipes and diapers, blankets even a baby hat. But with a birth center birth we bring every... Read More

Post Newborn Cloth Diaper Stash

I posted about what I have in my Newborn Diaper Stash. Weren't those covers cute? Now, for after the newborn stage I wanted to mostly go with OS (one size). These will go from around 10 pounds to 35 pounds. So basically will last until potty training.  I still would like ... Read More

Pregnancy Week 36

Hello 9 Months! I can not believe we are in the home stretch! Now we count down the days until Shelby decides to make her entrance! I had both my girls at 39 weeks and I am kinda hoping Shelby does the same, but as my friend Tamra said, "God has picked the perfect day... Read More

My Newborn Cloth Diaper Stash

When I was trying to decide if I wanted to cloth diaper baby #3 or go the disposable diaper route it took me a long time to decide. I knew that with cloth diapers it would be more work, but not by much. Even with my older kids when I'd change them, poopy diapers would be ... Read More

Guest Post: 2012 Krispy Kreme Very Important Blogger Summit – Day 2 #KKVIB2012

When I was asked to join the Krispy Kreme Very Important Blogger Summit, I was honored to be asked but being 35 weeks pregnant I knew it would not be smart of me to travel. I thought this would be the perfect opportunity to have a fellow blogger go in my place! I knew the... Read More

Wordless Wednesday: 35 Week Belly Comparison

I thought it would be fun to compare my baby bump with Sarah and Shelby! I am a little surprised at how much I look the same with both babies. I just hope this doesn't mean Shelby will be 8 pounds, she definitely doesn't feel feel big.   Oh and I was pregnant ... Read More

My Pinterest Finds

When I first learned about Pinterest I really had no idea how addicting it would be, nor some of the cool things I found! I have always been fascinated with decor, foods, and crafts so I couldn't wait to jump on the band wagon and "pin" it out! A few of the things I w... Read More

Pregnancy 35 weeks

87% of my pregnancy is complete! Last week of month 8! Then we start our 9th month, 2 weeks until full term! Although I have a feeling Shelby will wait until close to her due date to come! At my 35 week appointment my midwife did say that Shelby had flipped! We will st... Read More

Get Ready for Baby: Udder Covers *Giveaway ends Feb. 29th*

For those of you breast feeding moms out there finding products that will be useful for nursing and allow you to discreetly nurse in public can be a challenge, not to mention can cost a fortune! When I came across Udder Covers I was so excited. Not only are the nursing co... Read More

Get Ready for Baby: Leading Lady Nursing Bras *Giveaway ends Feb. 28th*

When I was introduced to Leading Lady I figured what the heck, I'll try out a nursing bra. I had no idea how much I would love the Sport Wirefree Nursing Bra. Who knew a bra you could buy at Wal-Mart would be so comfortable and had a flattering fit? Not to mention the pri... Read More

Get Ready for Baby: HALO SleepSack Swaddle

Dr. Charles Price, pediatric orthopedist at the Winnie and Arnold Palmer Hospital for Children and director of the International Hip Dysplasia Institute, has reported a direct connection between incorrect swaddling and hip dysplasia. “Swaddling an infant has many positive ef... Read More

Free Baby Carriers at Seven Slings

Use Promo Code "VALENTINE" at SevenSlings.com TODAY! It's as easy as 1-2-3!  1.  Go to SevenSlings.com. 2.  Click on "Shop Now" and select any baby carrier you like, be sure to visit the sizing page to get the correct size. 3.  Once you have made your selec... Read More

Get Ready for Baby: Kushie’s Cloth Diapers

When I decided on Cloth Diapering it was a big decision. I really wasn't sure where to start, or what I needed. I spent months trying to figure out which cloth diapers we should try and use. I decided that I would get a variety of different brands and styles and try them all... Read More

Yummy Lemon Squares Recipe

Growing up I always looked forward to my Grandma's Lemon Squares. I loved the gooeyness of hers and the lemon tartness was....mmmmm. So I wanted to find a recipe that was easy to use, and of course... Read More

Easy Gingerbread Cookies Recipe

Gingerbread Cookies they are a must have cookie for the Holidays! But my problem is no matter what Recipe I have tried they always end up hard and crispy. I hate hard Gingerbread Cookies. After many d... Read More

Russian Tea Cakes Recipe

My father in law's favorite cookie is Russian Tea Cakes which are also known as Mexican Wedding Ball Cookies. So every year for Christmas I make him he very own batch. These cookies are super easy ... Read More

Easy Sugar Cookie Recipe

I am not a Sugar Cookie fan. In fact I usually stay away from them, but I knew that the girls would have fun decorating them and what is Christmas without some Sugar Cookies? Now I wanted to use an ea... Read More

Coconut Candy Ball Recipe

Ever since I was little I grew up helping my Aunt make Coconut Candy Balls. This year I did the recipe slightly different and they came out perfect! It has been a tradition to make them every year and... Read More