What a Difference a Year Makes
Last Christmas we were praying for a baby, as we had been for quite some time. I remember crying out of frustration but still trying to remain strong and make rational decisions.
Goodnight Kisses
Every night I kiss my sweet baby boy goodnight and think about how blessed we are to have him in our lives. I kiss my baby and almost instantly all the stress from the day leaves my body
A Nursery For Baby
When my pregnancy started to become more and more problematic, I knew there was a strong possibility that I would need to stay in the hospital long-term before birth. I was right! But one goal that I was determined to accomplish before Dawson arrived was finishing his nursery.
Finding Formula – Part Three
That brings us to Dawson’s latest formula, we are currently trying Elecare. Elecare is essentially broken down to the “true elements”. It is an amino-acid based formula as opposed to being milk-based
Aspiration & Adding Cereal to Bottle
Becoming a mommy is one of the best things that have ever happened to me in life. But the second (and I do mean the exact second) Dawson was born, I learned two things that continue to shape this parenting thing for me as I go along. So, here they are, in order:
Finding Formula – Part Two
As first time parents we were unsure what to think or do. Of course we had received tons of advice, some unsolicited, from family and friends. Many thought that we were exaggerating Dawson’s tummy issues
Finding Formula – Part One
I’ll be the first to admit, when I realized I would not be able to breastfeed I was filled with so many different emotions. It was a loss that I would have to grieve, a connection that I would not be able to create with my sweet baby boy. But on the other hand, there was also relief.
Champagne Taste, Beer Budget?
We love champagne, but hey, who doesn’t? It’s bubbly, and sparkly and tasty and comes in a pretty fun to open bottle! However, having a baby and currently only one income has managed to change some things for us financially.
Mommy’s Not so Dirty 30
Back in October we celebrated my 30th birthday, as a family. Initially, I’d planned on being on a beach in Jamaica, in a hammock, drinking all of the Rum Punch and Pina Coladas that my heart desired. Funny how plans change, because when I first held my sweet baby boy I knew there was no way I would be leaving him so soon.
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