Cloth continued

In continuation to my routine, here is a list of my fluff & gear!

25 Newborn Bumgenius

25 Bumgenius 4.0 

10 Hemp Babies liners

I forget to mention that we store her dirty diapers in a wet bag. I recently bought a scent port from Bath & Body Works to put next to the wetbags to chase any smells may arise, though very rare. 

For more specifics on what brands I have and where to find them, check out this post.

Here are a couple videos with how I do things :)

Claire's Nursery Reveal!!!

...finally!
It only took me forever to finally take pictures of Claire's nursery! She'll be 12 weeks on Wednesday and I've been soaking in every last moment. BUT I finally took a few moments to snap some pictures to share with you. So stop reading and see where she lays her pretty lil head at night!

Glider- Posh Tots
Changing Table: local Antique store
Book Rack: Restoration Hardware
Lamp: Goodwill (total makeover)... before photo here
Mini Piano: Family heirloom (belonged to my Great-Grandmother "Nanny" who passed away in October)

Dresser: Built by a local carpenter. Idea/blueprint Ana White
Shelf: Local Antique Store... before photo here
Lamp: Goodwill (total makeover)
Hamper: Local Antique Store (we hit the jackpot that day!)
Puff Hanging: Made by yours truly

 Plant: Gift from my parent and sister for Claire's birthday

Child of God: I made it... not too terribly proud of this one.
"C" monogram: Another one of my DIYs
Owl Bookends: Hallmark
Mini Tea set:  Another item handed down to Claire by her late Great Great-Grandmother
Banner: DIY

Crib: Jenny Lind
Carpet: Given to Claire from her cousin Sophie (I bought this as a shower gift for Sophie)
Giraffe coat rack: Local furniture store

Mini Rocking Chair: Another gift from Nanny
Wall Mural: purchased from Zulilly

"Always KISS ME goodnight": Yard sale purchase a few years ago (painted for her room)
Pretty White Dress: Was my Easter dress when I was 3

Mobile: DIY

In other news...

I went back to work last Monday and things have been going swimmingly. Of course I wish I was home with my lil Claire Bear, but I only work 3 hours a day (M-F) so I can't really complain. She still won't take a bottle. Or pacifier. Matt's been with her every day since he's still not back to work, and she does just fine sans mamma's booby ;) Matt wears her out and than she takes a long nap and before she knows I'm away, I'm back to greet her with my super hard, giant tatas. TMI much? Nahh. Nothing is TMI these days.

I am enjoying Claire, there's no doubt but I miss being pregnant already... and I'm ready to have another babe. Claire is the epitome of a perfect baby. Seriously, I don't know how I got so blessed. And I'm hoping {and praying} that when babe #2 comes he/she will be just as awesome.

We are excited to have our very first Christmas with Claire. We said that we weren't going to do a lot because she's so little, but we've already spent a butt load of moola on books. Not that I care, I want her to have a library by the time she's old enough to read. She loves to sit and be read to already. She's incredible :) I also order some cute, furry, and fluffy things from Restoration Hardware and Pottery Barn. I'll share those a different day!

Also, tay tuned for my cloth diaper routine! We love them!!!

Week 24!

how far along? 24 weeks!

Claire’s size: around 1 pound 4 ounces… about the size of an ear of corn
weight gain: Up 4 pounds since my last visit.
maternity clothes? Bottoms- absolutely, though my tops still fit fine.
stretch marks? Yes, 3. GRRR!
sleep? Not too bad.

best moment this week? Ordering textiles for her room
food cravings: I cannot get enough chocolate. There goes my healthy weight gain goal!
gender: Girl!
belly button in or out? In, though it’s starting to flatten out!
movement? Absolutely!
what I miss?  Being comfortable.

what I'm looking forward to: Enjoying the rest of this pregnancy and letting lil miss Claire grow and of course, decorating her nursery!

24 weeks is considered ‘viability week’. As of this week, medical staff would assist baby Claire if she decided to make a VERY early appearance. Her chance of survival is significantly higher than it was last week. It’s amazing how 1 week could make such a huge difference.

This week was a busy week. We planted six trees and finally filled the flower boxes that Matt built a couple of weeks ago. Matt refers to the trees as Claire’s trees.  

 I’m excited to see these trees grow along with baby girl. In the spring the trees will get beautiful white blossoms. Here’s a photo {I took it last year} of the flowers on my mother’s tree

I ordered 2 changing pad covers and curtains for her room today. I also spray painted some old picture frames that I picked up from Goodwill. My fourth graders had a mini-shower for me on Thursday. I couldn’t believe how sweet those kids were! I got a homemade blanket, 2 bibs, Claire’s first baby doll (it’s about 6 inches and plush), a gift card to a local coffee shop, a candle, and some hand sanitizer! 

How generous and thoughtful could these kids be?!

Made for baby girl by a 4th grade boy :)

The teacher I assist gave me a really sweet card and included a $25 gift card to Babies-R-Us. She wrote some really kind words inside. Once again, too kind! I’m truly blessed to work in such a caring environment.

Matt and I bought a really awesome a/c unit for the living room. I mean this thing is badass! We call it R2. I don’t think I will have to worry about being miserably hot this summer. My last day of work was Thursday so I can spend my days doing light cleaning, cooking, schoolwork, and preparing for Claire. If I get too hot, I’ll just sit down and take a load off! Easy enough, right?

My best friend gifted me a Baby Bullet and Steamer. I think it's going to be great for making Claire's food/meals. I am still researching baby lead weaning, something Erin at Growing A Foosa is a big advocate for. Good thing I still have plenty of time to decide. 

Either way, I know that processed/ jarred food is out of the question for this little one! 

Despite what critics may say, I am going to cloth diaper, breastfeed, and most likely make my own baby food. IT IS possible and I'll make sure that I do everything in my power to do everything/anything necessary to help Claire start off on a healthy foot. If that means giving up 25 minutes of 'me time' then, by all means, I'm going to do it. Period.