Erik has hit his first growth spurt. Just two weeks old, he wanted to nurse almost on the hour last night and through the morning. I know there's a good reason for this; the demand will help increase my supply. But needless to say, I'm a bit groggy today....and sore. My new mama breastfeeding blister was just beginning to heal but after the marathon last night......ouch! And I feel like I was basically robbed of any meaningful sleep. But, of course, it's up and at 'em the next morning, no matter Continue Reading
Woodland Owl Bird’s Nest Necklace Review and Giveaway
If you wanted to display your love for those closest to you right near your heart, what would be the perfect way to do this? How about a custom-made bird's nest necklace, with jewel-tone beads that signify anything you desire - the number of children you've been blessed with, or perhaps their birth months? Or what about a pair of beads to represent you and your husband? My friend Jessica crafts these lovely nest necklaces and offers them through her online shop, Woodland Owl. She was kind Continue Reading
Bumgenius 4.0 Pocket Diaper Review
I really should have tried the Bumgenius pocket diapers a long time ago, but instead it took me over four years! The Bumgenius 4.0 One Size Stay Dry Pocket won Diaper of the Year from Padded Tush Stats so that's a pretty glowing recommendation. We snagged a Bumgenius 4.0 in the "mirror" color, which is a really pretty aqua. I opted for snap closure since we use the heck out of our diapers and they get passed on to the next in line! The Bumgenius 4.0 has the same soft, stretchy tabs that I love Continue Reading
Our Baby Came Early…..and Here’s the Birth Story!
Friday was a tough day for me. I was having a lot of contractions and a feeling of constant pressure that wouldn't let up. I was in town with all five children running errands and very eager to be DONE and just get home. Our baby was not due for another 10 days so I figured this was just another "warm up." I have a lot of those days at the end, and it's a real drag. Turns out it was the real thing this time. We made it back home at 5:30 and I was confronted with a dilemma. The children Continue Reading
Stomach Virus: Tips from the Trenches
I have mixed feelings about fall and winter. Thanksgiving and Christmas are my favorite holidays, and I love hot drinks, soft snowfalls and getting cozy in front of our wood stove.....but I despise the sickness that comes and goes all throughout the season. It disrupts school, causes many sleepless nights and grouchy days and can get costly, too (Kleenex, medicine, extra laundry, doctor visits, etc.). Stomach viruses are on my naughty list. But thankfully, they resolve pretty quickly. Here Continue Reading
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