Category Archives: Everything in Between

Double Stroller Dilemma

April 10, 2014

I am such a stroller snob, but the not the snob that has one of everything! I am all about the best bang for my buck and what WORKS for me.

I have always been a big fan of the Uppababy Vista with the rumble seat, and the piggy back board. Mind you that was when I would have had a toddler and a baby. Its great brand, great customer service and priced well.

I opted to actually go with the Joovy Caboose which is a sit and stand double system.

I love it for its function, it is PERFECT with a toddler and a baby!

I also have the their newest stroller the Joovy QOOL which I love when I just have Orla, or even for quick trips with both kids bc Pella actually prefers to walk.

I know in the near future I will store away the caboose and probably sell the single QOOL.

Now I’m looking for the best double with a single option having 2 babies.

Theres so many esthetically good looking strollers but to me that doesnt mean anything.

I want to know from these 4 strollers who prefers what and WHY!?

I want to hear from people who have 2 “babies” what seems to work the best for you?

To me at this point I refuse to put a price on what will make my life easier, the price tag is irrelevant.

1. Bugaboo Donkey

2. Baby Jogger City Select

3. Uppababy Vista

4. Joovy TOO QOOL.

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for my love of dolls!

April 9, 2014

Ever since I owned my baby boutique I’ve always had a thing for dolls.

I personally was never into dolls as a kid, but yet ALWAYS managed to have a bajillion plushies in my room. Dolls from the 80’s have nothin on the dolls today! so heres a few of my favorite dolls/softies.

Starting at the top from left to right.

1. Blythe Dolls (ebay)

2. Charlotte doll from Sirlig.dk

3. My Gal Pals baby rattle on Etsy

4. Lucky Boy Sunday knit doll from ScandinavianMiniMall

5. Lillie Kanin doll from Sirlig.dk

6. Bamboletta Doll

7. Bla Bla kids knit doll

8. Woodland Doll from CissyWears.com

9. Thomas Paul Annie doll from FawnandForest.com

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My REAL Postpartum body

January 16, 2014

Its that time that I begin to focus on getting back into shape. I was in no rush to jump right into dieting and exercise following Orla’s birth. Here I am a few days shy of 9 weeks postpartum and i’m feeling really good, both physically and mentally. Currently I weigh 129 pounds. I have no shame in the number I weigh, as I care more about inches and how I feel/look in my clothes. I will be 29 years old in April, I have no interest in being the 106 pounds and size 25 that I was at 24 years old. It just goes to show that as you get older and have kids your body changes, AND I MEAN CHANGES!!!!! When I post photos on Instagram you wouldn’t know I’m 5 foot 2 inches tall, and weigh 129 pounds. You wouldn’t know I have stretch marks all over my body, or that I have a baby pouch, and a face full of freckles! I’m posting this blog so people know I have flaws I’m not ashamed of, social media makes it hard sometimes even for me to feel good about our bodies. I find myself becoming the most insecure of my body after browsing through my social media outlets. Its inevitable I feel like for us women to at times obsess on our bodies and strive for some sort of “perfection” I know having gained 50lbs when I was pregnant with Pella, it takes discipline, dedication, motivation, and hard work to get back into shape, but its DOABLE! I gained 32lbs with Orla, and for not working out “yet” or making any changes to my diet, I am about 9 pounds shy of my pre-pregnancy weight. 9 lbs seems like a piece of cake, right? Like I said before its not the # in pounds, its the actual shape of size of my body that is going to be the challenge. My goal is to be pack in my size 26 jeans, NO muffin top by my 29th birthday!

So here I go, starting my 29th birthday body challenge. Weighing in at 129 pounds, wearing a size Medium, and size 28 jeans. I will try and update my blog with what I’m eating, cooking, and doing along the lines of this challenge im giving myself.

I’d love to hear from other women who are dedicating 2014 to getting in shape! Lets do this!!!

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Black Friday GIFT GUIDE!

November 26, 2013

1. Faas designs – gorgeous innovative leather, felt, and unique fabric moccs.

Sale is live on website now!, selected styles are marked down.

Hurry they are selling out QUICK! Shop here

2. Sophie & Lili– Cute lil dollies and accessories

20% off all Hand Knit dolls now- ends 11/27/13

code: KNIT20 Shop here!

3. HELLO Apparel – Make a statement with HELLO Merch adult, kids and baby apparel

Sale info will be updated WEDNESDAY!

But Im told its their BIGGEST SALE of the year with exclusive Black Friday items, and new Stocking Stuffers.

Shop here!

4. Petunia Pickle Bottom– Gorgeous and Fashion forward diaper bags, & accessories.

Receive A Limited Edition Holiday Shopper Tote with your purchase. & Free Shipping on purchases over $75

-While supplies last-

(Friday 11/29/13 ONLY) shop here!

5. Yarn Bombed Antlers– the one and ONLY custom Yarn Bombed Antlers!

20% off entire Etsy shop!

code: blackfriday Shop here! (Friday 11/29-Mon 12/2)

6. Goods by Grinn – Whimsy and Sweet Home decor

Mint Heart Pillows for only $18, 9 available!1.

-while supplies last-

shop here!

1. Mini and Maximus– the COOLEST kids clothing line.

40% off Store wide

code: MERCI Shop here!

2. Passive Juice Motel– Hip and Urban baby and kids clothing brand

30% off entire online store (Fri 11/29- Dec 12/1)

code: BLACKFRIDAY2013 Shop here!

3. Raine + Monet – Stylish Kids clothing brand

$2 Domestic Shipping on ANY SIZE order!

shop here!

4. Kung Foo Kids– Handmade Pillows, Stockings, Woodland Plushies, and Crayon aprons

30% off entire Etsy shop, a portion of Fridays profit will be donated to the Oregon Autism Society. (Friday 11/29/13 midnight-midnight)

code: BLACKFRIDAY shop here!

5. Sons of Trade – Mens Lifestyle brand of Bags, Apparel, & Tech accessories

20% off Entire Website & FREE shipping on orders $75+

(Friday only 11/29/13) Shop here!

6. Sickfeet Art -Beautiful original artwork & hand screened apparel

50% off ENTIRE Etsy shop!

(Friday only 11/29/13)

code: sickfeetdeal50 Shop here!

1. River & Bridge – Gorgeous paper and cards!

$5 off any $20 order- code: SMALLBIZ5

$15 off any $50 order –code: SMALLBIZ15

(Saturday 11/30/13 only) shop here!

2. Kash & Olie – Hand knit here in California!

Free Shipping on all orders

(Friday 11/29/13 only) Shop here!

3. The Citrus Branch– Handmade Hair accessories, and newborn photography

Buy 2 get 1 free, & Free shipping on orders over $15.

(Wednesday 11/27/13- Monday 12/2/13) Shop here!

4. Tiny Whales- Rad Boys apparel and beanies!

35%-20% select items marked down & Free Shipping on US orders over $50

(Now- Sat 11/30)

Code: FREESHIPPINBABY Shop here!

5. Rich Hippies – Earthy Kids apparel

20% off store wide

(Friday only midnight-midnight 11/29)

code: BlackFridayFriends Shop here!

6. Petunia– Bohemian inspired, top quality handbags

20% off Store wide & Free Shipping on orders over $75

(Friday only 11/29)

Shop here!

Campwolf – AMAZING rugged Pendleton inspired kids clothing and accessories!
20% off Store wide.
(Friday only 11/29)
code: HOLIDAY Shop here!

Nena & Co. – Gorgeous one of a kind hang bags! (Ive been swooning over these bags for a LONG time)
25 % off Store wide (take 15% off NOW code: PREGAME)
25% off starts Nov 29th- Dec 3rd.
Shop here!

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Hospital Bag prep!

November 5, 2013

I found myself back in Labor and Delivery yesterday after having had dropped Pella off at school I stopped by the grocery store to stock up on groceries. As I was shopping I was startled by 2 small gushes of fluid one following another! I remember when my water broke with Pella I was laying down in the hospital bed and felt an internal “POP” followed by slow continuous gushes of fluid. I called my Dr he told me to go straight to L&D. I was totally bummed! First off I didn’t want to have to go sit in a hospital bed again wasting the nurses time and not have my baby! Although I knew the importance of having it checked out. Secondly, I was completely unprepared if it was actually my membranes that ruptured I had NO bag packed, NO car seat installed, and NO plan lined up for both my birth and for Pella. Obviously it wasn’t my membranes that had ruptured, otherwise this post would be my birth post! LOL. I was sent home yesterday afternoon being told I am 2cm dilated and about 50% effaced, I am happy with that! I know things can change at any given time at this point so first thing I did when I got home was started prepping for the ACTUAL arrival of our daughter! EEP! so here’s whats in my hospital bag!

Pendleton Weekend Tote bag (Substituting for my Petunia Pickle Bottom Wistful Weekender I am hoping for as an anniversary gift from the Husband!
Petunia Pickle Bottom Faraway Foldout tote, perfect to have in case you need a second bag, I found myself coming home with so much more random stuff I came with… (Gonna be stashing all those frozen ice pack pads, and mesh chonies! lol) also Nice to have to put all the paper work in too!
Petunia Pickle Bottom Powder room case for all my toiletries!
Petunia Pickle Bottom Swaddling Blanket if you don’t own any these blankets for your new baby, I highly recommend these, they are so soft and and stretchy!
2 Outfits for baby, 1st. a preemie size (in case shes actually small!) outfit by Stem from Nordys. 2nd outfit is a 7-10lbs newborn banner flag outfit by Kickee Pants, ridiculously cute and soft.
Baby necessities, gumdrop newborn pacifier, tiny little newbie socks, burp cloth, and tiny little bow headband also packed a couple white gerber oneies with long sleeves that sleeves fold over.
Babies ‘Hands and Feet’ page from her baby book by Edna Mae
Poloroid Mini Camera and My Canon G12 camera, and phone charger!
Earth Mama Angel baby nipple cream (favorite nipple cream) and Postpartum Freshin’ Up spray (nice to spritz before you know guests are coming to visit in case you didnt get time to shower)
Cozy comfy clothes, which includes some disposable Granny Hanes panties, cozy socks, a sleep maternity bra and nursing bra one of my favorites by Elle MacPherson, and of some PJ pants and shirts.

I also recommend packing a pair of flip flops for the shower, slippers, your birth plan, a folder to keep all paper work in, and of course some supplies, and change of clothes for the baby daddy IF he intends on staying with you.

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Pella and Baby M’s new whimsy bedroom & playroom!

October 27, 2013

We recently wrapped up final details and construction with our master bedroom/bathroom project, next came the girls room, and playroom transition!

With help from my in-laws we were able to KNOCK OUT both rooms.

I’m feeling extremely uncomfortable, not sleeping well, and just over being pregnant, but the feeling of knowing everything is done before this baby coming into the world was a major stress thats off my chest now! Everything looks beautiful! I still have some adjustments for the playroom as far as storage goes! But heres the finished product. enjoy.