To be honest, Autumn has never been my thing. I prefer green trees sprinkled with blossoms, warm sunshine, and magenta toenails peeking out from my sandals. Costa Rica‘s weather is just fine with me. Although my kids may not see snow until they’re five, I want them to learn about the four seasons in fun,…
Proven Best Motivational Tool for Birth
Scripture verses are a powerful motivator during birth. Focus is everything when you feel like you just can’t possibly do it any longer. For both the natural home birth of my daughter and my son’s hospital birth, Scripture note cards were incredibly helpful to pull through the pain & remember that my Creator fashioned my…
Nursing in Church
Okay, I admit, I don’t exactly breastfeed in church services. I nurse in the church nursery. That’s not really the heart of this post, but naming my post “The Best Nursing Dress on the Face of the Planet” just seemed too long and a whole lot less controversial. I’ve shared with you about Seraphine Maternity…
How I Weaned My Toddler
Weaning is a subjective subject. Every family has their own methods, every child their own timing. Since I was expecting baby #2 and had no desire to tandem nurse, it was best for my toddler and I to sweetly & thoughtfully close the breastfeeding chapter of our relationship. This is how I weaned my toddler.
My Newborn Cloth Diaper Stash
It’s no secret I love cloth diapers. I’ve taught you how to save money on prefolds, choose & pack a cloth diaper bag, and how to deal with poopy diaper laundry. Today, it’s time to introduce you to my newborn cloth diaper stash.Before my first child was born, both my husband and I were sold…
Celebrating TWO with a Water Birthday Party
This weekend we celebrated two gorgeous years of little girl. Summer Elizabeth had a water-themed birthday party complete with 3 pools, water balloon yoyos, water painting, and plenty of watermelon. I’ll be featuring some water party games and activities soon, but meanwhile, here’s a peek into our water birthday bash.Summerbeth had her very FIRST CUPCAKE!…
Elijah’s Birth Story
My son’s recent birth was in a Costa Rican public hospital, a far cry from my daughter’s natural home birth. I still can’t believe I gave birth in a third world country, especially under free public care, but thankfully Elijah Josias’ birth went smoothly, despite my frustration with a handful of routine hospital procedures. I…
How to Swaddle a Newborn in a Swaddle Wrap
Did you receive any swaddle wraps at your baby shower? Chances are, you did. Swaddle wrap blankets are wonderful for calming babies by providing them a warm tight hug-like environment similar to their experience inside the womb.
I Love You Small
Dear Summie, I never want to forget how you are right now. Your wee small voice, the way you call out to me in the morning when you wake up, bright eyed out of bed, how you look at me with mischief in your eyes and say “no” when you’ve done something naughty, and how…
How to Use an Infant Prefold on a Newborn
I don’t know about you, but my budget requires I get a whole lot of mileage out of my baby’s cloth diapers. Even if you plan on using them for future children (like I did) I’d still recommend avoiding newborn sized prefolds and opting instead for the next size up, infant prefolds. With almost no…
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