DIY: Blinged Baby Shoes

All you need:
Pair of canvas or leather shoes
Rhinestones
Adhesive (E-6000)
Tweezers
Then Tah-Dah!!!
Sparkly and Fabulous!
Love Monique

OOTD: Baby

Makenna in her fancy outfit to go visit her Grandparents.
3 months old
Onesie: Faded Glory
Tutu: Circo
Love Monique

Baby Snug by mamas and papas

Recently the Bumbo was recalled due to children escaping the seat an in turn injuring themselves. This recall happened just as Makenna was learning to hold her head up. I was so excited I couldn't wait to go out and purchase this seat so she could finally work on her posture sitting up. I was so disappointed when I resized they were removed from all shelves.
That is when I came across this seat by mamas and papas. This is a brand founded by a woman in the UK in 1981. I actually sat Makenna in this seat before purchasing it and I just fell in love. Not only did she look so cute sitting in it like a big girl but it gave her so much support.
This seat has a removable cushion in your color choice for infant seating. And then when your child is ready around 12 months or so it can be used as a booster seat.
I do have to say that this seat does not have a seat belt strap but I wont be leaving my baby girl unattended just for extra safety.
I purchased this seat for $59.99 which I know is more than the Bumbo but it comes with the tray you do not have to buy it separately. I have never owned a Bumbo but I have very many close friends that have them and I would recommend the Baby Snug overall. We love it!!!
Xoxoxo
Love Monique.

DIY: headband display

What you will need:
1 oatmeal can or 1 paper towel roll
Fabric of your choice
Hot glue gun
Ribbon (optional)

I used to store Makenna's headbands in a box on her dresser but they would always get mixed up and I would never use the ones at the bottom of the box and the flowers or bows would get all messed up. So I started searching online and found a display very similar to this one, so I just decided to create it myself for literally under $5.

All you do is wrap the fabric around your oatmeal can or paper towel roll, hot glue in on the sides and on the tip and bottom to secure it in place. I also added ribbon to the top rim and bottom rim of the display which is an optional step.
Then ta da.... Simple and Beautiful headband display!
Holds about 8-15 headbands depending on the sizes

Happy creating!
Love,
Monique

OOTD: Baby

Makenna's outfit for Church this past Sunday.

20 Questions: New Mommy!

1. Are you a stay at home Mom or a working Mom? I currently stay at home. I will be returning back to work next month when Makenna is 4 months old. 2. Would you have it any other way? Yes. I would love to stay home with Makenna until she is at least 1 year. 3. DO you co-sleep? Yes. Makenna starts the night off in her bassinet and ends the night in bed with me around her last feeding. (seperate post on co sleeping coming soon) 4. One must have baby gear? Headband or bow 5. How many kids do you want? Two kids total 6. How may date nights have you had since baby? Guilty of zero. I know its terrible but I just casnt bring myself to leave her with anyone yet. 7. Childs favorite show? She's a little young for tv shows, but I love watching Guess How Much I Love You with her. 8. 1 thing you bought but never used? Diaper genie. I much prefer just to take the dirty diapers out to the trash can. 9. Baby's favorite food? Breastmilk and formaula ;) 10. Does your baby take a pacifier? Yes, naptime and bed. She doesnt really care for it when she is awake. 11. Weight gain during pregnancy and after. I gained a total of 16 pounds when I was pregnant. I have lost 10 of those pounds, and would like to lose another 10. 12. Dream vacation with the baby? Florida 13. Dream vacation without the baby? Bahamas 14. How life has changed since your Baby was born? Priorities put in perspective for me. The little things in life are so unimportnant. I am so appreciative of the gift of life and child bearing. I have such an appreciation for Women including myself. 15. It makes my heart melt when... When Makenna looks up and me and just smiles. Its such a priceless moment. I hope she looks at me like that forever. 16. Where do you shop for your Child? Baby Gap, H&M and Target. 17. Beauty product necessity? Lipgloss and mascara 18. Prefeered brand of diapers? Huggies diapers and wipes 19. Favorite Baby Product? Enfantino baby carrier 20.What is the best part about being a Mom? Being responsible for another beings life. Its an amazing responsibility that fills me with joy knowing that I am doing my best to provide and protect a life that I created through God's amazing glory. My biggest joy in life is being Makenna's Mommy! xoxoxo

Baby Makenna

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August is Breastfeeding Awareness Month!

While breastfeeding may not seem the right choice for every parent, it is the best choice for every baby. ~Amy Spangler

Breastfeeding is one of the most beneficial things you can give to your Baby. Besides the nutritional benefit of Breastfeeding; the bond you feel when your baby is skin to skin with you is priceless. The feeling of knowing your baby needs something that only you as his/ her Mother can fulfill is amazing. Breastfeeding is initially much more complicated in the first few weeks and it would be so much easier to just pick up a bottle to meet your little ones needs or make a bottle and pass baby to Dad; but the long term benefits of Breastfeeding are so worth it. Yes your breasts won't look how they used to pre pregnancy/baby but looking down seeing your child at your breast just gazing up at you in total fulfillment physically and emotionally is one of the most empowering things a Woman will experience. Embrace the amazing bodies God gave us to bear Children as well as provide for them with.

The Surgeon General has brought attention and renewed energy in efforts to support mothers to reach their personal breastfeeding goals. Surgeon General Regina Benjamin has called on the entire nation to take 20 concrete action steps to support the removal of barriers to breastfeeding. The "20 Actions in 20 Days" campaign will highlight these action steps and implementation strategies for six major sectors of society:

Mothers and their Families
Communities
Health Care
Employment
Research and Surveillance
Public Health Infrastructure

Cheers to a Breastfeeding Nation!
BREAST MILK IS THE BEST MILK!

DIY: ruffle booty onesie

Turn a plain onesie into fabulous:

What you will need:
Scissors
Fabric glue
A onesie
A spool of lace ribbon

First cut 4 pieces of ribbon, gradually increasing the size of each piece by 1/4 of and inch. (sizes will vary depending on the size onesie you used)

Start by gluing the shortest ribbon onto the back of the onesie
(be sure to measure where you want your ruffles to seat and begin, you don't want it to be too high upon the back or too low onto the bottom of the onesie)

Once you have the first piece glued horizontally let it dry for a about 3 minutes to ensure its securely in place, then lift the lace up and proceed to glue the next piece underneath the lace.

Continue these steps until all of your lace is glued on.
And ta da it's fabulous!

Tips: put a piece of cardboard in between the onesie so you don't end up gluing the front and back together.
Put a small amount of glue down and then put the lace as you glue instead of applying a line of glue across your onesie and then placing the lace on it.

Happy creating!
Monique

A Mothers Prayer

I pray for blessings upon my baby girl. I pray for protection over your life.
I pray for your innocence.
I pray you will take advantage of your youth; promise me you won't grow up too fast.
I pray you love Jesus as much as he loves you.
I pray you grow up to serve him and let him lead you.
I pray for your happiness, may you never have to feel hurt, or heartbreak.
I pray for your future.
I pray for your friendship.
I pray for your love.
I rest at night knowing God is watching over you.
Amen.
I love you Makenna.