Showing posts with label baby. Show all posts
Showing posts with label baby. Show all posts

Monday, October 20, 2014

Gender Reveal

Our baby officially arrived.....well some time ago, but it's been a while since I posted anything here. God blessed us with a bouncing baby boy!!  We had him at home.  YES!  You read that correctly....a Home Birth!  It was an amazing experience. 

Those first few days and weeks proved challenging, as any postpartum time will be.  We had to go in for an echocardiogram and daily weight checks.  All three kids caught a cold.  It was very scary to hear our newborn with a cold.  Hearing a newborn choke is something I hope that none of you ever experience.  At one point, I slept about two hours in a 48-hour period because I was giving him saline drops and constantly suctioning him.  I was afraid of falling asleep and not hearing him if he needed me.  We made it through all of the illnesses.  Then, my computer broke.  I was putting together the Thursday blog hop and my computer just stopped working.  All of the proverbial balls that I was juggling just came tumbling down.  I took it as God telling me that I needed to take a break.  I decided to exhale and enjoy my new life.

I have written this post in my mind so many times and wasn't sure how to start back up.  Then it occurred to me to just write it.  A reader once told me that my regular readers would always be here to read my blog.  That encouraged me to write this after so much time off.  My goal in writing this blog has always been to give you a place to find positive encouragement.  I appreciate that I have received it from you.

As for positive encouragement: for those of you that emailed me privately, asking how I was doing - THANK YOU!!  It is humbling to know that with all of the blogs, websites, and day-to-day activities going on in your days that you took the time to see how my family and I were doing.  Again, thank you.  I appreciate you beyond words.

I truly hope you will come back and see what is in store.  What has been going on with you?  I would love to hear from you.


Karina
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Tuesday, January 21, 2014

Favorite Baby Scents - Add Your Two Cents

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Words escape me to describe the exciting anticipation of a new baby joining our family.  As we stock up on some baby items, I couldn't help but think of those very popular baby smells that some of the products evoke and that we have come to associate as "baby smells."  Actually picking a product because of the scent became a funny moment at the store.  It also sparked a delightful debate about whether or not those "baby smells" were enough reason to pick a particular brand or product over another.

So, what do you think?  What are some of your favorite scents for babies?  What are some of your favorite scents for yourself?

Karina

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Monday, November 25, 2013

Baby Gifts Made in the USA

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Eco Friendly Cotton
Baby Blanket
One of the most precious moments spent with our babies happens during 'nuggle time.  Every snuggle requires a baby blanket.  This one is also eco-friendly - a plus when hugging your baby with it.

Kanoe Baby Hammock
For moms and dads looking for sleepers that are made in the USA, I introduce to you the Kanoe Baby Hammock.  This baby hammock works almost like a double snuggler.  If you've ever been in a hammock, you know that it wraps around you without being constricting.  This operates under the same concept.  So wrap your little ones and then snuggle them in the hammock.  Note: The fabric is from India.

Baby Moccasin - Fuchsia/Lime
Baby Moccasin - Royal Egg Blue

Baby shoes complete a baby's outfit so nicely. Having flexible shoes also makes it easier when they are still learning to walk and a bit wobbly.

Long Sleeve Onesie
With the cold weather in full effect in some parts of the US, this long sleeve onesie helps keep baby warm.  Being made of 95% organic bamboo and cotton also makes it soft and cozy against baby's delicate skin.


Gibout BigBlox™
These plush toy blocks work well for babies learning to stack, build on or climb on.  Being made of minky fabric makes them soft and safe for baby to tumble on and as a beautiful decorative piece in your nursery.
Organic Jingle Me Seahorse
Babies love to have toys or small stuffed animals as security.  This little seahorse acts as a teething ring and rattle also.

What's on your baby gift wish list?  What would you add to this list?  Let me know your thoughts.  If you like this list, let your friends know.


Karina
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Tuesday, October 15, 2013

Pregnancy and Infant Loss Remembrance Day


At 7pm (your local time), light a candle and let it glow for one hour.  Leave your headlights on in remembrance of the babies we have lost.  You can read more about this day in this post.

Karina
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Friday, October 4, 2013

Giving Back in October - Open Your Karma Bank



Thank you for reading this post.  I know that it has been a long time since I have posted a Giving Back post.  It has not been for lack of wanting to.  This month's charity represents a cause that is very near and dear to my heart.  As much as I would love for it to be to yours also, I hope it is not from personal experience.  This month's Featured Charity is Remembering Our Babies.

Tuesday, October 1, 2013

Cutest Baby Photo Contest!


Attention Parents!

Want to see your baby win a photo contest?

The Meal Stork wants you to enter your babies in their

Cutest Baby Photo Contest.

You could win 5 free chef-prepared meal gifts from The Meal Stork.

Consider this: Each of their gifts serves 4-6 persons so if you are the winner,
you will receive A LOT of food.

Did I mention they are chef-prepared meals?  A chef cooks for you!

You bouncing baby joys must be 18 months or younger at the time of entry.

The contest ends this Sunday, October 6, 2013 at 11:59pm EST and


public voting begins at 8:00am EST on October 8, 2013.

Here is the entry link:  www.themealstork.com/contest

Good Luck!

Karina
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