Life Lately

Life has been super busy over here with summer time in full swing and preparing for the baby. We have been doing SO much this Summer, which I'm thankful for since we will be slowing down in the next few weeks. Our days have been full of parade's, rodeo's, fireworks, carnivals, staying up and sleeping in late. I've loved soaking up the last few months of it just being us and the boys! I'm so thankful that these two have eachother and I can't wait to see them with their baby sister. 

I'm 35 weeks pregnant this week and starting to feel pretty miserable. Girlfriend doesn't have much room to move around and she is super low. Braxton hicks have been kicking up especially at night making me extra tired. I've gotten to the point where just getting out of the house is tiring so I'm excited to start slowing down and getting some rest. And you guys, the waddle struggle is so real. 

I'm happy to say we are pretty much ready for the baby...finally. We went and got her a new car seat a few weeks back and we realized that all three of our car seats would not fit in our little car. Let's just say I freaked out a bit, A new car was not in the plan and it was all so overwhelming. But we did end up finding the perfect Ford Explorer Sport that works perfect for our little family. The second row has two bucket seats so Ryder will be able to walk back to the third row and buckle himself while Gage and the new baby will be in the second row. Plus, it's so cute!!

I've also hit my nesting phase and over the weekend I decided everything needed to be done and it needed to be done right that second! So on Sunday I did a million loads of baby laundry and put the husband to work finishing up the nursery. In the process I realized I have a thing for stripes and apparently Halloween is on my mind....

The next few weeks are sure to fly by and I'm already flooded with emotions as we are on the countdown to the birth of our last baby. So if you need me, I'll be over here soaking in every last minute of this season of our lives. 

Xo

Preparing For Postpartum

With this being my third baby, I've made it a point to do some better research regarding postpartum care. I feel like it is so important but is never really talked about. I really struggled after I had Ryder but did a little better after I had Gage and I am hopeful for a great postpartum recovery with baby #3 next month. So I've rounded up a few of my favorite postpartum essentials to share with you and hope it helps a few of you mama's out there. 

 

  

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Obviously a good pair of sweat pants is a must. Something that isn't too tight to lounge around in the first few weeks months after giving birth.

 

Staying hydrated is so very important while you recover and as your milk comes in. This cute Glass Water Bottle is perfect for those days where you just can't get enough water.

 

Nursing bra's are obviously a must for breastfeeding but I have had the hardest time finding comfortable night time bra's. These bra's are comfortable enough to wear and night but have enough coverage that you could wear them out and about as well. Add in some of these adorable Re-usable nursing pads are you are set!

 

Postpartum depression is no joke And I have definitely struggled with it in the past. Essential Oils were my best friend after my last deliveries and I found they helped so much. I am still doing more research on good blends for postpartum depression but Lemon and Lavender are a must have.

 

Postpartum Sitz Bathi will help soothe and heal downstairs. I wish I would have found this sooner!

 

 

Nursing Salve. nuff said.

 

 

Oat Mama Lactation Granola Bars to help with milk supply and they make a perfect snack for the nursing munchies.

 

Help. Ask for help and lots of it! Have someone help make meals, watch other children and clean up the house. Rest is so very important for recovery and is also the hardest thing to do after birth.

 

Obviously everyone's postpartum recovery is different. Most of us know the medical necessities you might need after giving birth whether it be C-section or vaginal. Thing like pads, pain medicine, ice packs, perineal bottle, numbing spray, tucks pads etc are all things we need to aid in recovery. Anything to help make you more comfortable during the process is a must have and I'd love to hear everyone else's postpartum essentials!

 

Have a great weekend friends!! xo

Long Live Summertime

We are smack dab in the middle of Summer and loving every minute of it. These past few months have flown by and I can't believe it is already mid July. 

Before you know it we will be sending kids back to school and sipping on pumpkin spice latte's, Walmart already has their school stuff out. So we are making sure to take advantage of as much summer bliss as we can. 

Being 8 months pregnant in this heat has been no easy task. Hiking and park trips early in the morning and swimming in the pool close to dark has been keeping us cool {and sane} this month. Although hiking has taken my waddle to whole new level. 

Getting these two back on a schedule when Summer is over is definitely not going to be easy. Every night we say we are going to get them to bed early, then the sun starts to set and we find ourselves running around the yard in Jammie's. I do have to say though, I love that they sleep in until 9-10 most mornings. 

We went to Hobby Lobby the other day and I'm not going to lie, my heart skipped a beat when I saw their Fall and Halloween goodies on display....then I snapped out of that craziness. Long live Summertime!!