• Dwinguler Eco-Friendly Playmat

    This past weekend, my mother-in-law, Jackie, came to town for my baby shower and she brought with her the coolest gift.  She always gives really great presents, but this one might have been…

  • Finishing Touches

    We are two weeks away from Gracie’s arrival and I think the nursery is finally done.  I had been feeling a little bit like the room wasn’t quiiiiiiite done yet, but couldn’t put…

  • Sunshine and Showers

    This past weekend, my friend Sarah threw me a lovely baby brunch in honor of Miss Gracie. It was absolutely lovely and I felt so special – just like any good shower should…

  • Tiny Backseat Driver

    In daycare these past two weeks, Bean has been learning about directions. Specifically the phrases “this way” and “that way.” Now, whenever we get into the car, Bean becomes the world’s tiniest, most…

  • Pregnant Lists

    THINGS I LIKE TO EAT: – Swiss Cake Rolls – Salads – Cheese – Chocolate milk (currently my favorite) – Dr. Pepper – Bananas THINGS I DON’T LIKE TO EAT: – Most meat…

  • My OB and Me

    On Tuesday during my first period class, I had the biggest contraction I’ve ever had. I was in the middle of teaching and it literally took my breath away. It lasted a few…

  • Walgreens + Me =

    Hey guys, Today I’m blogging over on my Confessions of a Young Married Couple Reviews website for BlogHer. Head over to see how I spent a $50 Walgreens gift card and to enter…

  • Parenting Books Review Week: BabyTalk

    UPDATE:  The winner of the BabyTalk book giveaway is #37 – Melissa!  Congratulations, Melissa!  Email me at katie@marriageconfessions.com to claim your prize!  Thanks to everyone who entered! ***** I’m generally not a fan…

  • Stud.

    On Saturday, during nap time, Bean learned how to open his “child-locked” dresser drawers. Which means he was able to get into his bottom drawer that holds all of his summer stuff. Swimming…