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Shopping at Consignment

Almost as soon as we found out that we are having a girl, I began thinking pink. It seems that there are always a far wider selection of little girl’s clothing compared to little boy’s clothing and the little girl’s clothing is far more enticing with it’s frills and flounces. Before now I never really had a reason to actually look at baby girl clothing; I would go straight to the little boy’s clearance items. But now I have a reason and it is really hard not to at least look every time I go “window” shopping. The baby girl … Continue reading →

Leave This At Home

We’ve spent a lot of time talking about what you should bring to the hospital, but what about a list of things you should leave at home? To make this simple and mildly entertaining, I’ve composed a list of DOs and DON’Ts. DO bring your own toothbrush and toothpaste. Do you really want your baby’s first experience with the sense of smell to be your stinky breath after you have not been allowed to eat for hours upon hours? DON’T bring a sense of perfectionism. It’s okay if your hair is a mess and your make up is non-existent. You … Continue reading →

The Hospital: What to Bring vs. What to Borrow

While it is recommended that you pack a bag for your stay at the hospital when you have a baby; it’s not completely necessary. A lot of items will be given to you. If you’re looking to save yourself from bringing so many things (and risk accidentally leaving them there), here is a guide to what is definitely worth bringing and which hospital provided items are just as good. Clothes The hospital will provide you with hospital gowns and lovely mesh underwear. No surprise there! You are more than welcome to wear hospital gowns during your entire stay and change … Continue reading →