As promised, here is the novel that is my baby girl’s birth story. :) Where ever to begin? The first week of our little one’s life was easily the hardest week of our lives. The moment she was born was perfect and magical, but it wasn’t long before she was taken away from us and we were absolutely terrified… [Read More]
Fall Baby Shower Brunch
October 17, 2017 · By · Leave a Comment
On the last day in September my mom hosted a beautiful fall baby shower brunch for me and baby girl. I got to help with the details which I love, and it went flawlessly. When we were discussing how to seat everybody, I mentioned how I’d seen short tables where people sit on pillows on… [Read More]
Sweet September Shower
October 17, 2017 · By · Leave a Comment
In September my hubby’s mom and step-mom threw a very sweet baby shower where I got to celebrate with lots of the lovely ladies on his side of the family. The weather was beautiful, and it felt like summer wanted to stick around just a little longer. There were lots of pink decorations, a gorgeous… [Read More]
37 Weeks
October 14, 2017 · By · Leave a Comment
How far along? 37 weeks, 2 days (posting this a couple days late) Total weight gain: 21 pounds Maternity clothes? Yep – loving leggings and cozy sweaters lately. I’m going to have to pull out my scarves again, it’s getting chilly! Sleep: It actually got better in the last couple days – weird right? Although last night sleep was… [Read More]
Baby {Girl} BBQ
October 12, 2017 · By · Leave a Comment
In early August we had a baby BBQ at our house with friends to celebrate our sweet baby girl. Other than super hot temps and smoke that had recently rolled into our valley, it went off without a hitch! I knew right away when we got pregnant that I wanted to have an event that included my… [Read More]
36 Weeks
October 9, 2017 · By · Leave a Comment
How far along? 36 weeks, 6 days Total weight gain: 19.5 pounds or so – will know for sure at my appointment tomorrow Maternity clothes? Yes, so happy to finally be wearing some of the fall maternity things I snagged months ago on sale! Sleep: Falling asleep is easy as pie, but I get up probably 4 times throughout… [Read More]
35 Weeks
September 28, 2017 · By · Leave a Comment
How far along? 35 weeks, 2 days Total weight gain: Almost 19.5 pounds Maternity clothes? Still mixing and matching maternity and regular. I’m not wearing anything maternity above. Sleep: I’m super thankful I can still fall asleep with no problem, even if I go to bed really early. I’m definitely feeling sore some nights though from sleeping on my… [Read More]
Our Maternity Pictures
September 26, 2017 · By · Leave a Comment
There were really only two things I wanted for our maternity pictures. I wanted them taken in a dreamy field with golden grass, and I wanted to wear a pink dress. Our pictures turned out exactly like I’d hoped – I love them so much! Our photographer, Charlotte Sabo Photography, did an amazing job. Plus, she’s one… [Read More]
34 Weeks
September 22, 2017 · By · Leave a Comment
HAPPY FIRST DAY OF FALL!!!! I hope you’ve had a wonderful Friday full of pumpkin spice and everything nice ;) I’ve got a homemade pizza in the oven, a pumpkin spice candle lit, and sweatpants on. Cozy fall Friday for the win. How far along? 34 weeks, 2 days (posting a day late) Total weight gain: 18+ pounds… [Read More]
33 Weeks
September 18, 2017 · By · Leave a Comment
How far along? 33 weeks, 6 days Total weight gain: About 18 pounds still that I know of Maternity clothes? Yep, and still some regular clothes too. Sleep: Falling asleep is a breeze. If only I could make it longer than 3 hours without waking up to pee… Best moments this week: Cheering on my little brother underneath the Friday… [Read More]