I want new parents to get everything that they need, but as soon I get in that baby section, my brain stops working properly and there’s a lot of mental squeals and daw’s, sniffing and maybe even some crying. So here are some practical gifts that will keep you out of the baby section and mom will be for give you for [even be grateful that] you veered from the registry.
Read MoreThis day was cold and rainy- one of the first really cold days of the season and these poor babies did do their best for me. Lydia wore a mustard maxi skirt that couldn’t have looked better in the orchard and everyone was perfectly coordinated to match her [because I’m a mom, too, and I KNOW everyone’s outfits were planned around Lyd’s killer lace and maxi digs]
Read MoreThere are so many sacrifices made that no one tells you about in becoming parents, but the suffering of your partnership; lack of communication, closeness, and intimacy are things I had no idea would change in my marriage. I NEVER dreamed that a baby could build an invisible wall between what my husband's and I relationship once was and what it would become. Plus, it's such a gradual change that it's almost undetectable until the wall is completely built. Allow me to share my experience.
Baby A didn't come in with her dukes out, but after a quick first pose, she made sure that everyone in the room knew she was boss. After nearly peeing on my camera, pooping on her mama [twice!] and spitting up and peeing on her set up, it was safe to say this baby girl was in charge.
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