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When I learned that adult coloring was a new fad, I really didn't try hard at all to resist! I love to color for stress and anxiety relief, and just for fun too. Lost Ocean coloring book is one of the first I tried and I love it!
I am actually skipping a post today, I just wanted to come on here and wish all my mommy blogger friends a lovely Mother's Day! You are all wonderful! I am very thankful for my daughter who made me a mommy and fills my life with laughter and joy every day! ♥️
Goddess Garden Organics sunscreen is my #1 favorite organic sunscreen on the market. It is much healthier for you and your family than the popular chemical-based sunscreens, plus it is easy to apply! See my post for more details 🙂
A very thoughtful Mother's Day planned for me by my wonderful hubby, my first year of mommyhood. My daughter is two now, so this seems so long ago! I enjoyed my homemade crepes and mimosa, and at a later date even got to head to Salish Lodge for a Swedish Hot Stone Massage!
Reactive Airway Disease... what is it? If your baby is suffering from breathing problems, you may have heard the term "reactive airway disease" before. It basically means that your child's airways are delicate and breathing can be affected by many things such as cold weather and illness, and they may or may not have asthma. Asthma is not diagnosed until at least age two... something I did not know! This story is about our run-in with reactive airway disease that landed us in the hospital, and the amazing care we received from Children's Hospital in Seattle.
If you are a parent in the PNW or Seattle area, an annual membership at the Woodland Park Zoo is an amazing decision! The membership is extremely affordable and pays for itself in only a few visits. Even if you do not live directly in the city of Seattle, weekdays are a perfect time to visit with ample parking and minimal lines. I absolutely suggest a Woodland Park Zoo membership to any PNW families!
What the Easter Bunny is bringing my daughter this year. Some toddler Easter gift ideas, if you need them!
The “Terrible Twos”- oh how I have been dreading them. Mostly because my little baby girl has been such a sweetie, and I wish I could keep her little and precious forever. I joke with my husband that the day she decides to be mean and breaks my heart that I am going to …
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Etiquette for visiting the brand new mom and dad, either in the hospital or at home. Becoming a parent is overwhelming, and many family members and friends are so excited to see the new baby that they forget to treat the new mom and dad with respect. A few tips on setting boundaries and being polite during your first visits with the new parents!