Confession of a third time mom: I still have a hard time stepping out of the room when I put my baby to bed. This was especially true for the first few weeks of bringing him home. The constant worry and wonder if everything is ok. I place my hand on his chest to make… Read More
I cannot believe it is August already! August is a busy month for us. We try to cram every little activity and adventure we want to do in this month and we get ready for back to school. This begins the long days for this mama as I try my best to pull together a… Read More
Happy Breastfeeding Week! This year the focus is on “sustaining breastfeeding together” which highlights the importance of supporting every mother in their journey with breastfeeding. Let the conversation be open about discussing not only the wonderful moments that come with breastfeeding but the not so pleasant ones. This will ultimately give mothers the support needed… Read More
As a third time mom you would think I would be a pro at everything that comes with raising a baby. Well I am definitely not. There has been new struggles and new worries with my third baby, Finnegan. One of those has been breastfeeding. It has not been easy but it is the one… Read More
Can you believe it? Back to school ads and commercials are happening already! I get it. Kids and parents all like to get mentally prepared to take on the new school year! Getting prepared early enough allows for an easy transition from summertime to school time! Back to school means something a little different to… Read More
And just like that…we have a six month old. Half a year this precious, sweet boy has graced us with his presence. I know as we parents always talk about time just flying by but my goodness, I swear it was just yesterday I was holding him for the first time. These six months have… Read More
Looking for a gift for a baby shower or for a baby that was just born? Want to find something different than what you find in big box stores? I know me personally I am always looking for fun gifts to give that for sure would not be a multiple! I complied a list of… Read More
I have a love/hate relationship with grocery shopping. I love when I get to go solo. I love when all three kids behave perfectly and allow for a successful shopping trip. I hate crowded stores. I hate when all three kids act like they have been hopped up on sugar for hours, leaving me in… Read More
Well it has happened, we have entered the dreaded teething stage. I was hoping we would just skip this stage all together. A mother could dream right? Well there is no skipping this one. I feel that this is the worst stage to experience. The irritability, the drooling, the trying to bite and chew on… Read More
Parenting three children can get messy. I feel as though I spend most of my days cleaning up after them. Whether it be picking up toys, scrubbing the dishes, sweeping the floors, or washing them up, I am constantly working to keep everything clean and in order in this house. There are many days where… Read More
Welcome to my blog! I am Kristen, wife to my always and forever Josh and mama to Annaliese and Madelyn... About Me
