Wednesday, November 30, 2011
favorites
Lets talk favorites...
First, pregnancy and then baby boy boat shoes PRIOR to his arrival (I always love the pre and post lists)
Pregnancy...
I LOVE fruit! Grapes and strawberries are the best but for some reason bananas and apples don't appeal AT ALL. I drink organic milk like its my job and as someone who typically only drank milk with chocolate chip cookies, this is a big change. I love orange juice and Honey Bunches of Oats Cereal (we buy the family box). Juicy Fruit gum is another favorite and makes my think of my grandmother each time I chew it! I do love a little ice cream but a spoonful is plenty... just a taste. I have enjoyed reading some great books about pregnancy and all of the things people "forgot" to tell you about this process. And finally, tums... I love them.
Now for items for the little one...
1. Pampers - diaper of choice for now!
2. Bonkie swaddle - so soft, so snuggly and so EASY!
3. Little Giraffe blanket - again, so soft, so snuggly and will be perfect for chilly Winter. Packed and ready in the hospital bag.
4. Dr. Browns bottles - everything I read and everything I have heard RAVES about these bottles even for babies who primarily nurse. we shall see!
5. hooded pottery barn kids towel - could it be cuter? our little guy will be snuggled in the adorable frog
6. aden and anais anything! - the blankets, burp cloths and bibs are SO SO soft, snuggly and PRACTICAL
7. whale tub - Our best little buddy EG loves hers and we know that baby boy boat shoes will too!
8. puj tub - genious for newborn bathing and traveling... Naples what?!
9. sophie for the bath - the perfect bath toy
10. chicco key fit caddy - the car seat snaps in perfectly, its chic, rolls well and EASY to fold... did I mention it only weighs 8 pounds?
11. regular Sophie - apparently the best toy in the world...I know Lilly and Murphy like to hear it squeak
12. Chicco key fit 30 car seat - safe, reliable, chic, easy to carry, snaps into bases and key fit caddy with ease and did I mention safe?!
13. navy blue BOB revolution WITH handlebar console - with the car seat adapter our little one can go on great walks and once he is a little bigger can bop right in the stroller, the shocks are amazing, it handles beautifully and the cup holders are perfect for any type of beverage.
After we meet our little one and test all of these products we will update again with our "after" favorite list!
TTFN
First, pregnancy and then baby boy boat shoes PRIOR to his arrival (I always love the pre and post lists)
Pregnancy...
I LOVE fruit! Grapes and strawberries are the best but for some reason bananas and apples don't appeal AT ALL. I drink organic milk like its my job and as someone who typically only drank milk with chocolate chip cookies, this is a big change. I love orange juice and Honey Bunches of Oats Cereal (we buy the family box). Juicy Fruit gum is another favorite and makes my think of my grandmother each time I chew it! I do love a little ice cream but a spoonful is plenty... just a taste. I have enjoyed reading some great books about pregnancy and all of the things people "forgot" to tell you about this process. And finally, tums... I love them.
Now for items for the little one...
1. Pampers - diaper of choice for now!
2. Bonkie swaddle - so soft, so snuggly and so EASY!
3. Little Giraffe blanket - again, so soft, so snuggly and will be perfect for chilly Winter. Packed and ready in the hospital bag.
4. Dr. Browns bottles - everything I read and everything I have heard RAVES about these bottles even for babies who primarily nurse. we shall see!
5. hooded pottery barn kids towel - could it be cuter? our little guy will be snuggled in the adorable frog
6. aden and anais anything! - the blankets, burp cloths and bibs are SO SO soft, snuggly and PRACTICAL
7. whale tub - Our best little buddy EG loves hers and we know that baby boy boat shoes will too!
8. puj tub - genious for newborn bathing and traveling... Naples what?!
9. sophie for the bath - the perfect bath toy
10. chicco key fit caddy - the car seat snaps in perfectly, its chic, rolls well and EASY to fold... did I mention it only weighs 8 pounds?
11. regular Sophie - apparently the best toy in the world...I know Lilly and Murphy like to hear it squeak
12. Chicco key fit 30 car seat - safe, reliable, chic, easy to carry, snaps into bases and key fit caddy with ease and did I mention safe?!
13. navy blue BOB revolution WITH handlebar console - with the car seat adapter our little one can go on great walks and once he is a little bigger can bop right in the stroller, the shocks are amazing, it handles beautifully and the cup holders are perfect for any type of beverage.
After we meet our little one and test all of these products we will update again with our "after" favorite list!
TTFN
Sunday, November 27, 2011
patience. peace. calm.
Thought for today... "slow down, savor each moment, and really live in the moment."
I read a beautiful passage this morning that I am taking to heart and enjoying these last few days before our little one arrives... I am switching my mind set from "come on already, we want to meet you!" to "you will come when you are ready and there are plans that have already been made for you. your name is known, your birth date is known, even your birth weight and length. the Lord even knows how many hairs will be on your sweet little head. so I will be patient, peaceful and calm knowing that we will meet you soon... our sweet little son."
I read a beautiful passage this morning that I am taking to heart and enjoying these last few days before our little one arrives... I am switching my mind set from "come on already, we want to meet you!" to "you will come when you are ready and there are plans that have already been made for you. your name is known, your birth date is known, even your birth weight and length. the Lord even knows how many hairs will be on your sweet little head. so I will be patient, peaceful and calm knowing that we will meet you soon... our sweet little son."
Tuesday, November 22, 2011
our bags are packed...
We are ready to go!
Baby boy Luther could arrive any day!!! The official "due date" for baby Luther is only 13 days away, so full term little one could arrive any time. We are continuing our weekly Dr. appointments and are finishing getting our home ready for his arrival! Boat Shoes wins "dad of the year" award already with his installment of the car seat and coordination of car seat with strollers... both the BOB, which we adore already, and the Chicco keyft Caddy that is the perfect "snap" for our car seat.
Pictures to come soon of the nursery and all of this precious little boy's parties in anticipation of his arrival. He is one blessed little boy!
A hot topic for many... WHAT to pack in a hospital bag~ So, I will list here what we think we need BEFORE going to the hospital and then assess again after to see what we REALLY needed! (this is a compilation of dear friends, family members and blogs so here we go...)
Things for Boat Shoes:
-cheezits
-sweet tarts
-comfy shorts and shirts for delivery room
-running shoes and socks
-toiletries
-small digital camera and charger (not fancy pants camera initially!)
-ipod touch with pandora... for ALL of us!
Things for Flip Flops:
-comfy socks
-adorable Tory Burch slippers
-monogrammed cotton robe to wear over ugly hospital gowns!
-nursing tanks
-nursing "supplies"
-toiletries including shampoo and conditioner in hopes of a warm shower
-flip flops for that warm shower
-going home outfit
-2 magazines
-thank you notes and Starbucks gift cards for my lovely nurses who I know will be lovely :)
For baby boat shoes:
-On the Night You Were Born book
-soft bunny lovie
-1 navy blue snuggly blanket for pictures
-beautiful white knitted blanket made by grandma flip flops when I was born
-3 precious Kissy Kissy outfits for photos in the hospital
-1 going home Kissy Kissy smocked outfit and snuggly blue bunting for over adorable outfit
-page from his baby book for footprints
Baby boy Luther could arrive any day!!! The official "due date" for baby Luther is only 13 days away, so full term little one could arrive any time. We are continuing our weekly Dr. appointments and are finishing getting our home ready for his arrival! Boat Shoes wins "dad of the year" award already with his installment of the car seat and coordination of car seat with strollers... both the BOB, which we adore already, and the Chicco keyft Caddy that is the perfect "snap" for our car seat.
Pictures to come soon of the nursery and all of this precious little boy's parties in anticipation of his arrival. He is one blessed little boy!
A hot topic for many... WHAT to pack in a hospital bag~ So, I will list here what we think we need BEFORE going to the hospital and then assess again after to see what we REALLY needed! (this is a compilation of dear friends, family members and blogs so here we go...)
Things for Boat Shoes:
-cheezits
-sweet tarts
-comfy shorts and shirts for delivery room
-running shoes and socks
-toiletries
-small digital camera and charger (not fancy pants camera initially!)
-ipod touch with pandora... for ALL of us!
Things for Flip Flops:
-comfy socks
-adorable Tory Burch slippers
-monogrammed cotton robe to wear over ugly hospital gowns!
-nursing tanks
-nursing "supplies"
-toiletries including shampoo and conditioner in hopes of a warm shower
-flip flops for that warm shower
-going home outfit
-2 magazines
-thank you notes and Starbucks gift cards for my lovely nurses who I know will be lovely :)
For baby boat shoes:
-On the Night You Were Born book
-soft bunny lovie
-1 navy blue snuggly blanket for pictures
-beautiful white knitted blanket made by grandma flip flops when I was born
-3 precious Kissy Kissy outfits for photos in the hospital
-1 going home Kissy Kissy smocked outfit and snuggly blue bunting for over adorable outfit
-page from his baby book for footprints
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