Smile and the World Smiles with You

As I look at my children, I (almost) always smile. It’s not necessarily that they make me smile, although that’s true as well.   I smile because I want to see them smile.   Why do I want to see them smile? Subconsciously, because it makes me feel good (and because I know they’re happy, of course). I, inContinueContinue reading “Smile and the World Smiles with You”

Making Baby Food- Part 2: What and How I Made Baby Food 

After our trip to the grocery store (see my previous post, Part 1: The Why and Preparation), I got started.    Honestly, it hasn’t been that bad. I never expected to be the mom that makes homemade baby food but, surprisingly, I actually enjoyed it. I went into it without recipes but more of a generalContinueContinue reading “Making Baby Food- Part 2: What and How I Made Baby Food “

Making Baby Food- Part 1: The Background and Preparation 

I’ve never tried making my own baby food. Honestly, I’ve been intimidated by it. The thought of cooking, blending, and storing it all seemed like a daunting task. Plus, we are on the go a lot so jarred baby food has been convenient to grab and go.  But after about almost two months of the girlsContinueContinue reading “Making Baby Food- Part 1: The Background and Preparation “

Slow Down Sunday

This morning I got up bound and determined to finish up a few things around the house (project DIY baby food included). The girls had other plans. They didn’t feel like entertaining themselves.  So I made some coffee, grabbed the bouncers, baby bug spray, and a few toys and we headed out to the backContinueContinue reading “Slow Down Sunday”

When $hit hits the….

Warning: This post is dedicated to preparing for poop. After all, double the babies, double the dirty diapers. This may be TMI (Mom, if you’re reading this it stands for too much information) so, if it is, please stop now.  Today Clara had a blowout. Lucky for me, she was with Daddy this morning sinceContinueContinue reading “When $hit hits the….”

Nursing Twins- Part 4: Pumping for Two

I’ve almost made it 8 months nursing Clara and Kate. I also work a 40+ hour work week so there have been many hours sitting hooked up to a pump.     Here are my tips and experiences with pumping, which work whether you’re pumping for one or two babies: Find out if you get aContinueContinue reading “Nursing Twins- Part 4: Pumping for Two”

Mommy Review Monday: Medela Vs. Bonafide Baby Breastmilk Storage Bags

I’ve used both Medela and Bonafide Baby’s Breastmilk storage bags for pumped milk.     Here what I think about both: What I like about Medela’s Breastmilk Storage Bags: They come with capability to attach to your Medela breastpump accessories  They are nice and thick They have a place to write the date easily When filled,ContinueContinue reading “Mommy Review Monday: Medela Vs. Bonafide Baby Breastmilk Storage Bags”

Cherished Moments with One

As a mother of four, moments with only one child- to snuggle, to hold, to play with, or even just talk to-are hard to come by. And when they come, they don’t last long. All the more reason to enjoy and cherish them.      I got one of these rare moments with Kate earlier today.ContinueContinue reading “Cherished Moments with One”

Twin Ponderings: To Match or Not To Match

One of the many twin questions I get asked is if I dress them alike.  The answer: Yes, most of the time they start that way although someone may have a blowout or spit out their carrots, resulting in a wardrobe change.  Here’s my reasoning, as if I really need justification of how I dressContinueContinue reading “Twin Ponderings: To Match or Not To Match”