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Momma and Dadda

sitting in a tree:

K-I-S-S-I-N-G

First comes love,

then comes marriage,

then comes ME

in a baby carriage . . .

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That’s not it!

That’s not all!

Baby 2.0 is

sure to bawl!

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Little G’s gonna have a baby brother!!!

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“Baby 2.0” is 13 weeks right now. We just can’t wait for diaper changes x2 and sleepless nights. All kidding aside, I feel so blessed to be pregnant again. Being 35 puts me at a higher risk, and because of this, I decided to take a chorionic villus sampling (CVS) to test for potential disorders. Although it is generally considered to be a safe procedure, there are risks involved––it is 1 out of every 500 procedures. Still, I was surprised by how many people were against me doing this, and I’m happy to shed some awareness on why it’s okay to do CVS.

For this second time around, here are a couple things I would do a bit differently:

Never say never. Because once you’re a parent, all the things you used to say you would never do, you end up doing. A million times over.

Put baby down when they’re sleepy but awake. Something we (unfortunately) never did with Roman, which, even more unfortunately, made it hard for him to learn how to soothe himself to sleep.

We’re in for a roller coaster ride, and I hope you’ll join us on it here from time to time! First crowd-surfing question––I’ve already got a Giant and a Little Giant––what should we call this second baby (besides Baby 2.0)? I’m taking suggestions!

xo, Melissa

 

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This weekend I’ll be holed up inside and cuddling with my two Giants. We’re expecting our biggest snowstorm of the year yet here in Chicago! Here’s some inspiring bits of goodness from around the web, if you please. What are you doing this weekend?

Grilled Cheese Croutons: What’s better than a buttery, gooey grilled cheese sandwich with a side of creamy tomato soup? Bite-sized perfection in the form of grilled cheese croutons, right in the bowl! Surely, a favorite for kids and adults alike!

 

Cardboard Playhouse: This would make for a fun family photo shoot, “playing house.” Old wardrobe boxes (even stacked cereal boxes taped or glued together would also work) transform into an awesome playhouse for kids!

 

Tufted Headboard: Remember that amazing tufted headboard in Suzy’s bedroom, which she generously let me and Roman take over for our Mommy and Me photo shoot? This DIY headboard may be filed under “DIY That I’ll Never Get Around to Doing” but perhaps this pretty little piece will make someone else’s day (and night) a little more special…

 

Stone Bathtub: Um. Yes. Please. Is this someone’s private in-home spa?!? Or an uber-fancy birthing tub? Either way, I’m bookmarking this for future inspiration––you know, for when I own a giant mansion one day and maybe a butler named Jeeves.

 

Two-in-One Bath and Shower: Talk about multi-tasking! This is the only thing that *might* be a little cooler than a giant stone tub in my home.

 

Quirky Finger Faces: Inspo for a sweet little photo shoot––this could work for a newly engaged couple, a big sis and baby brother…the creative possibilities are endless…

 

xo, Melissa

 

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This week’s roundup of interesting pins and ideas from around the web . . .

Happy weekend, folks!

Secret Reading Nook: I’m inspired by this French mom who turned an old cupboard into a fun reading nook for her son. We’re short on space in our loft condo, so I’m always looking for creative ideas such as this that will give the little one a special place to let his imagination run wild!

Feed Me! A Cookie Monster cake?? This reminds me a of a mini Cookie Monster cupcake I once had at Adam’s Cupcakes in Lincoln Park before they closed for good a few years ago. Wouldn’t this be the funniest cake for a kid’s birthday party?

200 Toddler Activities: Now that Little G is a full-fledged toddler (he had a WILD playdate yesterday), I’m constantly on the search for things to do with him, to keep him entertained so Momma can work. It’s a whole different ballgame when they’re no longer the lumpy, little baby they once were. I mean, they run now, sheesh!!

Sequined Wedding Gown: The. Most. Glam. Wedding. Gown. Ever. Brides-to-be, take note of this tulle-draped sequined beauty. I wouldn’t mind photographing you in this stunning, old Hollywood glamour-meets-vintage elegance number that will have your lover seeing stars.

Chicken Stir-Fry Wraps: My goal this new year is to learn a new recipe from my mom every week, or as often as I can. While there’s not always time to visit and to play in her kitchen, I do find myself salivating for Asian comfort food, and as a result, am scouring Pinterest for delicious ideas like this chicken stir-fry wrap recipe.

Valentine’s Squeeze Bottle Pancake Art: Exactly what is “pancake art”? Sounds a bit hippy crunchy granola, and though this may be geared for yesterday’s Valentine’s Day breakfast in bed, I would certainly welcome this any day of the week in my book! (Are you reading this, Giant???)

Stay inspired!

xo, Melissa

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