I had no idea how much would be expected of my kids starting at birth. From the day my babies were born I’ve been required to fill out questionnaires at each well visit to make sure they’re developmentally on track. Not to mention the endless parenting websites that offer weekly birthdate-timed developmental newsletters. I’m mostly …
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Handmade Pacifier Clip Review
I’ve been fortunate to meet some really sweet friends since we moved to Minnesota, and I’m thrilled to have the chance to tell you about one of them today. Her name is Abby and she is quite possibly one of the most sincere and thoughtful people I know. She blesses me with encouragement constantly and …
My Pregnancy & Postpartum Workout
When I was newly pregnant with my first baby, I remember feeling nervous about how my body would respond and change. Working out has always been a priority to me, not only because it helps me to maintain a healthy weight, but more importantly because of how it makes me feel. Exercise is my happy …
Tulip Festival 2014
Hello everyone. It’s been ages since I last published a post! Next time I decide to have a flash headband sale followed by a garage sale the next week someone please remind me I’m nuts! I think I’m finally all caught up and ready to get back to my ordinary routine which hopefully means more …
Headbands For Sale
Good morning! If you follow me on social media, then you probably noticed yesterday that I made an announcement about opening a headband shop! As many of you know, making headbands for my twin girls has become a fun hobby for me. I’ve learned a lot over the last year and love experimenting with new …
Finding Freedom From The Comparison Trap
Comparison. This word has the power to suck the joy out of motherhood. I experienced it for the first time shortly after I had my firstborn. While I was in the thick of feeling clueless as a first time mom, I started to research what I should be doing during each stage and when I …
It’s a . . .
On Friday afternoon, Jake and I went in for baby #4’s 20 week anatomy scan. As we walked into the clinic so many emotions overcame me. The last time we went in for a 20 week ultrasound, we found out I was pregnant with twins. That was by far the most overwhelmed and surprised I’ve …
Easter At Home
We had a lovely Easter weekend at home! Well, I guess it didn’t start out great. Jake and I both came down with some sort of stomach bug late last week which completely took us out. We spent Friday and Saturday taking turns watching the kids while the other slept. Strangely, we both had horrible …
5 Steps To Prioritizing Self Care
Happy Thursday, my sweet readers! Today I’m guest blogging over at Fellow Passengers, sharing my thoughts about prioritizing self care! Rachel and I met at a mom’s night out a few months ago in no other place than in the bathroom! It was a divine meeting, as we soon realized we both had a toddler …
For The Days When I Don’t Feel Good Enough
I don’t know how things start out in your house on Sunday mornings when you want to get to church, but around here it’s the last thing from feeling like a day of rest. Whenever we have to be anywhere at a specific time with our crew, it’s stressful and chaotic. It seems like no …