A few months back, I read a post on social media that said something like “You only get 18 sweet summers with your children, this is one of those 18. Remember that.” I thought about that for a minute, and thought back wondering if my summers had changed after high school…I guess they had, though … Continue reading The Last Days of Summer
I’ve always had a love of reading, ever since I was a little girl, so it’s not surprising that I’d want my own little one to love books too. For that reason, and also because I think you’re never too young to get lost in a good book, I’m constantly growing her own little library. … Continue reading Building a library, one book at a time
When it comes to baby wearing there are plenty of options, in both structure and style. You can wear your babes with a sling that uses a built in ring, a wrap that you tie, or your classic click and snap carrier. I’ve tried them all, and at first often switched between our Cuddle Bug … Continue reading 5 ways baby wearing makes life easier
I have always had a love for the classic carriage style stroller, but when it came time to pick out our own baby stroller the classic carriage just wasn’t a realistic option. I mean, baby’s things were already taking over our little apartment and buying a carriage stroller meant that we’d have to have more … Continue reading Stroller Love: Evenflo Pivot Stroller
Ah the holidays. That beloved time of year where families come from near and far to get together and celebrate. It's a time for cheer, good food, and the yummiest of wines. A time for road trips and cramped guest rooms and, well, panic as you wonder how you're going to get through it all … Continue reading Prepping for a Holiday Road Trip
As a Florida native, hurricanes don't generally make me shake in my boots...that is until now. I want to say it's because of Allie and this strong urge to keep her safe. I want to say it's because Hurricane Irma is the stronger storm to brew on the Atlantic, well, ever. I want to say … Continue reading Weathering the storm, baby and all
Vaccinating your baby is one of the most important decisions you’ll face as a new parent, whether you choose to do it or not. If you decide not to, then you might spend a lot of time worrying about your kiddo being around lots of people and what air borne diseases they might contract, and … Continue reading The Vaccine Dilemma
It feels like a lifetime has passed since I turned 30 last summer. I now have a laughing, loving, drooling bundle of joy that I adore more than I could have ever imagined. My dream job turned out to be less than a dream, and my company turned out to have less than interest in … Continue reading Turning 31 – Happy Birthday to Me
I don't think I've partied on the 4th for a few years now, and I don't see that changing much. By party, I mean drink and light fireworks and all that comes with that. Last year this was around the time that I found out I was pregnant. I was just trying to figure out … Continue reading Happy Birthday America
I can't believe that the Tampa Baby Expo is in just a few weeks. I've been trying to contain my excitement since I bought tickets last month and now that we're just 19 days away, I can't hold in my excitement anymore. And yes, I'm counting the days...plus (in case you didn't notice) I added … Continue reading Baby Expo Here I Come
365 is the number of days since I first found out about you. 7 days is how long I spent in our new apartment getting ready for you. 24 days is how long I waited in the hospital for you to arrive. 23 hours is how long I was in labor before agreeing to a … Continue reading A Year in Reflection
After 24 days of doctors and nurses, a few scares, and lots of planning the day had finally come. The fetal specialists came in one last time to let Jason and I know that I would be taken down to labor and delivery that night to get ready for the induction process. I didn’t realize … Continue reading Allie’s Birth Story
