do wrong to none.

I think I’m taking a break from here for awhile. I don’t update or share much besides some pictures...

Thu, 23 May 2013 23:26:02 -0500

I think I’m taking a break from here for awhile. I don’t update or share much besides some pictures occasionally and there’s only really a couple people that talk to me anymore.

If you want another way to keep in touch, feel free to contact me.

I have a lot on my mind.. I wish I could find the words or feel comfortable sharing. Thinking...

Thu, 23 May 2013 23:24:51 -0500

I have a lot on my mind.. I wish I could find the words or feel comfortable sharing. Thinking about reevaluating some of the relationships in our life. I have the most amazing daughter and I only want people in her/our life that feel the same way. I also wish I could meet some people that understand this greatness I get to experience of being a mom.

Peyton lately. It’s been 13 weeks of truly magical...

Thu, 23 May 2013 22:32:11 -0500

Peyton lately. It’s been 13 weeks of truly magical moments, love her so much!

Well, I turned in my resignation letter last week, my last day will be June 13. My boss wanted...

Tue, 21 May 2013 14:44:54 -0500

Well, I turned in my resignation letter last week, my last day will be June 13. My boss wanted someone full time for this position, which is understandable so I’m just working a little to help out. I’ve worked half days for 4 days and it already stresses me out to be away from Peyton. It didn’t seem too bad last week when Wyatt was watching her. And this week she’s with Wyatt’s aunt but it still makes me feel so anxious, especially after the tornadoes in Moore, OK and hearing about all those sweet babies that won’t be going home with their parents. Ugh, can’t wait to get home!!

Oklahoma weather

Mon, 20 May 2013 19:17:20 -0500

So thankful that us and all of my family in Oklahoma are safe. We’re paying close attention to the weather tonight. Holding my baby tighter and kissed her a dozen extra times.. can’t imagine how those families are feeling. My heart goes out to my fellow Oklahomans that have lost their homes and loved ones to these tragic storms.

2 & 3 Month Baby Favorites

Mon, 20 May 2013 17:06:20 -0500

It is absolutely true that you don’t really need much for a baby aside from diapers, clothing, and a car seat but here are a few products that have been so great.. and it’s actually changed quite a bit since the first month list.

Bebe Au Lait Nursing Cover. This is my mommy must have for on the go breastfeeding. I’m honestly one of those people that would feed my baby anywhere and not care but I like to be considerate of weirdos that find it offensive.

Fisherprice Animal Krackers Jumperoo. Peyton still enjoys her play mat quite a bit but she really wants to be upright these days. She’s really getting a lot of use out of this. When we first started using it she had to have a couple big books under her feet to make it jump but now her little feet reach the floor and she LOVES making it bounce. It’s funny to not only watch her but to listen to her little squeals of delight when she’s in it and playing with all the toys. (These are expensive so I’d recommend borrowing or buying used. We had taken some duplicate baby shower items back and bought this.)

Fisher Price Infant to Toddler Rocker. This has taken the place of the rock n play sleeper. It’s light enough to pick up and carry around the house. She didn’t like this at all the first month but we tried again a little after 2 months and she loves it. I put her in this when I cook, shower, or am cleaning or doing laundry.

Sophie. No words to describe how much we love Sophie, she is awesome. Well worth every penny you spend on her (but hopefully you get her as a gift, like we did). Hands down one of the best toys!

Ring Links. Such a simple toy. She likes to grab the rings, move them from one hand to another, and (of course) put them in her mouth. They are easy to throw in the diaper bag or put on the carseat.

Carseat toys. I just pull the handle up and make sure the toys are in her view and she is set to go.

Mirror. It’s so adorable to watch her look in the mirror. She smiles and coos at that cute baby.. little does she know, it’s herself.

Trumpette socks. A must. This is definitely not something I would have spent my money on before knowing how great they are. My sister bought her over a dozen pairs of these.. not only are they adorable with lots of cute designs but they fit perfect and stay on!! She kicks so much so these are perfect.

Video Monitor. I’d definitely register for a video monitor, it’s wonderful. It is so much more calming to look at your baby and see exactly what they are doing rather than just listening. Also, she likes to wake up but then go right back to sleep so it’s nice to peak in on her for awhile before going in there to get her. We have two cameras, one in her nursery and one in our room when she takes naps.

Canon Rebel T4i. It is soo worth it! Wyatt and I both knew we wanted to buy a nice camera before having a baby to capture everything and save on hiring a photographer. No one thought it was a good idea for us to spend so much on a camera, until they saw what amazing pictures it took. Now everyone is asking Wyatt to take pictures and my sister and both of my sister-in-laws went and bought the same camera.

A few helpful tips/advice:

I pack my diaper bag for every situation that could come up but I never carry it anymore. I throw a couple diapers, wipes, and Sophie in my purse and leave the diaper bag in the car, in case it’s needed.

Again, stock up on diapers while you’re pregnant! Read about what I did on my other post. We still haven’t had to buy any diapers or wipes and won’t for a LONG time.

Don’t be in denial about your babies age or size in clothes. Peyton had a lot of outfits that I thought looked huge and were a bigger size than what she was wearing at the time but I tried them on her and they were a perfect fit.. some were close to being too small.

Stuff we no longer use from the first month:

Fisher Price Rock n’ Play Sleeper. I’m actually sad she no longer likes this but we still got lots of use out of it. She just likes to be more upright now and prefers to take naps in bed.

Swaddle Blankets

Stuff we still love from the first month:

Boppy.

Skip Hop Studio Diaper Bag.

Lansinoh Manual Breast Pump.

Munchkin Disposable Changing Pad Cover.

Play Mat.

Chicco Cortina Keyfit 30.

Little Noses Saline Nose Spray.

Flatfold Cloth Diapers as Burp Cloths.

Pampers Swaddlers and Luvs. Pampers Sensitive Wipes.

Onesies. Lots of them.

3 months old today.. she is growing and changing and I...

Sun, 19 May 2013 16:14:25 -0500

3 months old today.. she is growing and changing and I can’t figure out how on earth time is going so fast.

ps. Wyatt is getting good with our camera.

To the moms:

Sat, 18 May 2013 06:11:39 -0500

To the mom who’s breastfeeding: Way to go! It really is an amazing gift to give your baby, for any amount of time that you can manage! You’re a good mom.

To the mom who’s formula feeding: Isn’t science amazing? To think there was a time when a baby with a mother who couldn’t produce enough would suffer, but now? Better living through chemistry! You’re a good mom.

To the cloth diapering mom: Fluffy bums are the cutest, and so friendly on the bank account. You’re a good mom.

To the disposable diapering mom: Damn those things hold a lot, and it’s excellent to not worry about leakage and laundry! You’re a good mom.

To the mom who stays home: I can imagine it isn’t easy doing what you do, but to spend those precious years with your babies must be amazing. You’re a good mom.

To the mom who works: It’s wonderful that you’re sticking to your career, you’re a positive role model for your children in so many ways, it’s fantastic. You’re a good mom.

To the mom who had to feed her kids from the drive thru all week because you’re too worn out to cook or go grocery shopping: You’re feeding your kids, and hey, I bet they aren’t complaining! Sometimes sanity can indeed be found in a red box with a big yellow M on it. You’re a good mom.

To the mom who gave her kids a homecooked breakfast lunch and dinner for the past week: Excellent! Good nutrition is important, and they’re learning to enjoy healthy foods at an early age, a boon for the rest of their lives. You’re a good mom.

To the mom with the kids who are sitting quietly and using their manners in the fancy restaurant: Kudos, it takes a lot to maintain order with children in a place where they can’t run around. You’re a good mom.

To the mom with the toddler having a meltdown in the cereal aisle: they always seem to pick the most embarrassing places to lose their minds don’t they? We’ve all been through it. You’re a good mom.

To the moms who judge other moms for ANY of the above? Glass houses, friend. Glass houses.

12 weeks old and cuter every day, her personality is shining!

Tue, 14 May 2013 20:32:39 -0500

12 weeks old and cuter every day, her personality is shining!

She sit at the table with us, for dinner. lol

Tue, 14 May 2013 00:03:19 -0500

She sit at the table with us, for dinner. lol

#mancrushmonday every monday, because he loves me and our...

Mon, 13 May 2013 16:38:04 -0500

#mancrushmonday every monday, because he loves me and our daughter with all his heart. 💕

Love them both, more everyday!

Sun, 12 May 2013 23:12:01 -0500

Love them both, more everyday!

a grand adventure is about to begin: what it means to be a mom

Sun, 12 May 2013 21:54:55 -0500

a grand adventure is about to begin: what it means to be a mom:

wonderrlove:

when you become a mother, you discover a brand new kind of love that you’ve never experienced before. a new person suddenly comes before you in EVERYTHING. there is no honeymoon period - there are tears, poop, difficulty feeding, and little sleep within the first couple of hours. she throws up in…

THIS

words of affirmation

Sun, 12 May 2013 11:37:07 -0500

My husband speaks my love language. This morning he gave me a card saying how much him and Peyton appreciate me. One line in particular, “You have been wonderful in all aspects of your life, but being a mother to our child seems to be what you were meant for.” I’ve often felt this way and feel so blessed that he does too.

Thanks to Peyton, I am more me than I have ever been before. She...

Sun, 12 May 2013 07:38:16 -0500

Thanks to Peyton, I am more me than I have ever been before. She has taught me so much more about myself, about life and the things that matter most. Being her mother feels like the most amazing privilege I’ve ever been given.

Even in the midst of joy and celebration of my mom and being a mother, my heart aches for those...

Sat, 11 May 2013 11:27:11 -0500

Even in the midst of joy and celebration of my mom and being a mother, my heart aches for those around me who have lost a mother or a child and those who so greatly desire to be a mother. I know you grieve deeply on Mother’s day and I’m thinking about you all!

A few pics Wyatt took for Mother’s Day. THIS is what...

Fri, 10 May 2013 23:54:12 -0500

A few pics Wyatt took for Mother’s Day. THIS is what happiness is.

She’s been working really hard trying to figure out how to...

Thu, 09 May 2013 08:14:02 -0500

She’s been working really hard trying to figure out how to get that thumb in there.

I’m the luckiest.

Thu, 09 May 2013 03:09:47 -0500

I’m the luckiest.

Trying to remember that this Optometry school experience is just one part of our life, not our life...

Wed, 08 May 2013 09:48:20 -0500

Trying to remember that this Optometry school experience is just one part of our life, not our life in its entirety. You’d be surprised how easy it is to forget that. We’re down 2 years and only 2 more to go! I think it’s hard for people to understand that even as important school is, our daughter will always take priority.