So....I'm finally getting around to sharing Annabelle's newborn photos. And it only took me 4 months! She looks so tiny here! I just want to squeeze her. Third babies are the BEST. All photos were taken by Anne Jansen Photography. Hudson is such a great big brother! He wanted noting to do with this photo session though. Both ... Read More
Archives for July 2017
Easy Baking Day
We have been soaking up every moment of this big guy being home with us this summer. Just one more summer until he's off to kindergarten. I can't even believe it. One of our favorite activities to do together is bake cookies. Normally I make the cookie dough from scratch but since I have ALL THREE kiddos home with me we've been using ... Read More
Simple Counting Game for Preschoolers
Hudson amazes me every day with how much he is learning and growing. Sometimes I just stop and stare at him….I can’t believe how fast he is growing! He’s not quite old enough to start kindergarten in the fall….so we’ve decided to send him to a “young fives” program at the same school he’s been attending for the past two years. He’s so ... Read More
Colorful Picnic for Two
Sometimes these two just slay me. For the most part Hudson and Sadie play really well together...and I just love it! We've been having a pretty laid back summer. We are taking a break from swim lessons and ice skating lessons and just trying to enjoy some time with each other. Hudson has been going to "summer school" two mornings a week at a ... Read More
5 Things Every Pregnant Mom Should Know
After having three babies, I’ve learned a few things about pregnancy. I’m far from an expert though….in fact, the more kids I have the more I realize I have absolutely no idea what I’m doing. And that’s okay! I did learn a few things that every pregnant woman should know: 1. Drink lots of water. When you are pregnant it’s so important to stay ... Read More
Princess Popcorn
This post is brought to you by Disney Junior. It’s no secret that princesses have officially taken over our house. Sofia the First is Sadie’s most favorite princess. This girl is straight up obsessed with “Princess ‘Phia” as she calls her…and it’s just the cutest thing ever. She got a few princess dresses for her birthday and they are all she ... Read More
Lake Life Essentials
This is a sponsored post written by me on behalf of Hyland’s Earache Drops. The uses for Hyland’s products are based on traditional homeopathic practice. They have not been reviewed by the Food and Drug Administration. We are LOVING our summers at the lake. Both of the big kids love hanging by the water, playing outside, going on boat rides, ... Read More
Annabelle’s Birth Announcements
There's just something about birth announcements. A fresh new baby. A new start. The little face. The tiny toes. I just can't handle it! The fact that this is our last baby really has me feeling all the feels! I finally sent out all of Annabelle's birth announcements so it's time to share them with all of you. I turned to Tiny Prints via ... Read More
Girls Just Want to have Tea Parties!
I try to spend a little one on one time with each of my kids every day. Even if it's just a few minutes of reading a book, playing a game, or making something together. I want each of my kids to know just how special they are. The other day Sadie and I had a little mommy daughter tea party. And it just warmed my heart. Sadie spends a lot of ... Read More
5 Ways to Create “Me Time” as a Busy Mom
As a busy mom, it's hard to make time for myself. It's easy for my days to become long and stretched thin and exhausting. I'm sure so many of you can relate. When I do have some alone time it's often spent running errands for my family or cleaning the house. But if I've learned anything from raising three little ones it's that a burned out mama is ... Read More