We are all moved in to our apartment and have been busy crafting. From candy making to crocheting with the help of Pinterest. I hope I can post what we've made soon! If you want to see my latest crochet projects just check me out on Pinterest @truebrytt!
Saturday, December 13, 2014
Sunday, November 9, 2014
I'm Baack!
Hey everyone!
The last month has been CRAZY and we have a lot of people to thank for helping us out along the way. My little family and I have finally moved into our own little apartment. There are a lot of people that made this place into the home it is beginning to become.
We have also hit the toughest bump in the road, but we are making things work with the help of a few close friends and family.
During the move we have had a lot of down time and I spent some time on Pinterest (go follow me! @truebrytt).. It's not a bad thing. I've found some really neat things I can do with my daughter, recipes, crafts and of course organizing and decorating ideas. I want to share those with you here. And I know I promised my homemade babyfood "adventures', and I will get to that eventually (sorry!).
But I just wanted to update you all and let you know I'm still here!
Wednesday, September 3, 2014
Mommy Pinterest
As many of my friends know, I'm a pretty big pinner... You know, on Pinterest.
Over a year ago, I'd say...especially around the time I found out I was pregnant, I was on that app/site almost 24/7. And being a new mom to a now 6 month old, I haven't slowed down much.
But, like many of us on Pinterest (you can follow me here), we pin and pin but we rarely ever gather the materials needed for the projects. If you're like me, you organize your boards and find new ways to categorize your pins.
Since becoming a mommy, I've been pinning DIYs like crazy. And I have the imagination, motivation, creativity and means to actually try some of these projects out.
I did crochet a baby blanket for my daughter...was a great first attempt and I was proud of myself. I want to crochet more (we finally found my stash of yarn I SWORE I brought with me when I moved) and I want to try hand sewing. I made a pillowcase once...with a sewing machine. The second one went unfinished. Go figure.
But with all of that said, I have a lot of Mommy DIYs planned for the near future:
Taggie blankets and toys
Burp cloths
Pocket bibs
Since becoming a mommy, I've been pinning DIYs like crazy. And I have the imagination, motivation, creativity and means to actually try some of these projects out.
I did crochet a baby blanket for my daughter...was a great first attempt and I was proud of myself. I want to crochet more (we finally found my stash of yarn I SWORE I brought with me when I moved) and I want to try hand sewing. I made a pillowcase once...with a sewing machine. The second one went unfinished. Go figure.
But with all of that said, I have a lot of Mommy DIYs planned for the near future:
Taggie blankets and toys
Burp cloths
Pocket bibs
Sunday, August 17, 2014
More Mommy Recommendations
After I posted my last 'Recommendation' entry, I thought of even more products that I have found useful in the first few months of my daughters life.
The first few items are clothing items that were useful, especially for diaper changes. Who wouldn't love that?
These are a personal preference, so I'd suggest getting just a couple of each to see if you find yourself 'Loving' or feeling 'Meh' about them.
Sleeper Gowns
For some it is 'hit and miss'. For me, I loved them. I feel my daughter grew too fast to keep wearing the ones I had, plus the weather here in the first 3 months of her life were crazy! Cold then hot. Gotta love Ohio!
Sleep Bags
For me these were a LIFE SAVER! When the weather was just cold enough for layers, these were the PERFECT clothing item for my little Emi. Put on a onesie, zip them in the sack and they are all snug!
These are also PERFECT for the mommy's that have that debate in their head "blanket or no blanket". Although blankets and any other item/fabrics in your baby's crib/bassinet can be a dangerous SIDS risk.
Also, when your baby gets older (most Sleep Bags are 0-9 months - one size) and you feel more comfortable putting a blanket on them while they sleep OR a swaddle, these Sleep Bags are great because they can't kick them off!
Cloth Diaper Pre-Folds
This item here is a Mommy Life Hack that is not uncommon. Personally, I do not cloth diaper, but KUDOS to the mommy's that do! I use these for a BURP CLOTH! Easy enough.
Pacifier Clips
Now I have two personal favorite pacifier clips. Depending on what pacifiers you will go with will depend on which style you will want to use. The Ulubulu Clip will be your most universal clip, as it will fit just about any pacifier brand. I personally like MAM, the elastic end fits through the little holes in the surrounding plastic. They are also good for the ever-so popular hospital-style paci, I preferred the Gumdrop brand because the base doesn't cover baby noses.
Unlike the Nuby Clip, which is only good for the pacifiers that have the little flapper-handle (see Avent brand for example) because they have
a wide velcro piece that holds the pacifier itself.
These next two items are my car seat MUST HAVES.
The Car Seat Strap 'Buddy' helps keep your baby's neck from
flopping over if they fall asleep.
The Carrier Toy Bar is fun to have if you need a distraction.
My daughter is 5 1/2 months old and she pulls on the middle flower
all by herself and she LOVES it. They also have a more neutral or boy version.
The first few items are clothing items that were useful, especially for diaper changes. Who wouldn't love that?
These are a personal preference, so I'd suggest getting just a couple of each to see if you find yourself 'Loving' or feeling 'Meh' about them.
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| Sleeper Gowns |
For some it is 'hit and miss'. For me, I loved them. I feel my daughter grew too fast to keep wearing the ones I had, plus the weather here in the first 3 months of her life were crazy! Cold then hot. Gotta love Ohio!
Sleep Bags
These are also PERFECT for the mommy's that have that debate in their head "blanket or no blanket". Although blankets and any other item/fabrics in your baby's crib/bassinet can be a dangerous SIDS risk.
Also, when your baby gets older (most Sleep Bags are 0-9 months - one size) and you feel more comfortable putting a blanket on them while they sleep OR a swaddle, these Sleep Bags are great because they can't kick them off!
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| Cloth Diaper Pre-Folds |
This item here is a Mommy Life Hack that is not uncommon. Personally, I do not cloth diaper, but KUDOS to the mommy's that do! I use these for a BURP CLOTH! Easy enough.
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| Ulubulu Clip |
Now I have two personal favorite pacifier clips. Depending on what pacifiers you will go with will depend on which style you will want to use. The Ulubulu Clip will be your most universal clip, as it will fit just about any pacifier brand. I personally like MAM, the elastic end fits through the little holes in the surrounding plastic. They are also good for the ever-so popular hospital-style paci, I preferred the Gumdrop brand because the base doesn't cover baby noses.
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| Nuby Clip |
a wide velcro piece that holds the pacifier itself.
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| Car Seat Strap Buddy |
The Car Seat Strap 'Buddy' helps keep your baby's neck from
flopping over if they fall asleep.
My daughter is 5 1/2 months old and she pulls on the middle flower
all by herself and she LOVES it. They also have a more neutral or boy version.
Monday, August 4, 2014
Product Recommendations: Starter Items Part 1
As a new mom I have watched dozens of videos on YouTube, read multiple blogs through Pinterest pins, and made so many lists of products you MUST have for a baby that it's enough to pull your hair out.
But don't sweat it, momma! You will not only get into your own routine, but you will find the products you find yourself using daily if not weekly!
I have been doing a lot of thinking and trying to come up with a decent list of products that I've found useful for my little Emileah. We all have our opinions and our favorites and these are just a few of my own...in this post any way. The more I think of, the more posts I will write for you!
Hope these items help!
Sterilizer:
My first product of recommendation would have to be this bottle sterilizer. I got mine from Target. It is electric (plug in) and doesn't take up a lot of counter space. It really comes in handy with those bottle nipples, pacifiers, baby spoons and bottles. This is definitely a must have!
**DO NOT PUT TEETHERS IN STERILIZER! I learned the hard way. They melt.
But don't sweat it, momma! You will not only get into your own routine, but you will find the products you find yourself using daily if not weekly!
I have been doing a lot of thinking and trying to come up with a decent list of products that I've found useful for my little Emileah. We all have our opinions and our favorites and these are just a few of my own...in this post any way. The more I think of, the more posts I will write for you!
Hope these items help!
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| Munchkin Steam Guard Electric Baby Bottle Sterilizer |
Sterilizer:
My first product of recommendation would have to be this bottle sterilizer. I got mine from Target. It is electric (plug in) and doesn't take up a lot of counter space. It really comes in handy with those bottle nipples, pacifiers, baby spoons and bottles. This is definitely a must have!
**DO NOT PUT TEETHERS IN STERILIZER! I learned the hard way. They melt.
Medicine Despenser:
My next product of recommendation is the
Safety 1st Comfort Check Pacifier Thermometer.
The SUPER find would be the medicine dispenser that
comes along with it. It is SO much easier than using the
syringe that often comes with infant medicines.
*NOTE: When your child is scheduled to get any series of shots at their Pediatrician, I HIGHLY recommend giving them Infant Tylenol PRIOR to the appointment. I learned the hard way when Emileah got her first set of shots. She was in so much pain and was so stiff from the discomfort. Under 2 years old, the recommended dose is 2.5 TEASPOONS. DOSE FOR TYLENOL ONLY!  |
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