The Mama Diaries

A new mom’s quest for suburban bliss.

Christmas in November November 30, 2008

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Sawyer enjoyed an early Christmas with the Sheldens.

 

Gifts included a book that is just the right size to snuggle with in his crib…

 

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Cloth November 24, 2008

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When Sawyer was about 6 months old we transitioned to cloth diapers. I found a local vendor who does starter kits, letting us try different brands to get the best fit, taking returns on those that didn’t work. We have been going strong ever since. Even Al is willing…proof that it can’t be thaaat bad.

 

It took some experimenting to figure out the best wash cycles (quick wash in cold and then the sanitary wash) smooth sailing ever since.

 

I have been lucky to find most of Sawyer’s diapers on craigs list.

 

My favorite brands:

https://usshop.motherease.com/shopexd.asp?ID=4

http://www.thirstiesbaby.com/fab_fitted.htm

http://www.bumgenius.com/one-size.php

Some good info: http://zrecs.blogspot.com/2008/03/zrecs-cloth-diaper-showdown.html

 

Christmas Is Coming… November 23, 2008

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Next week!

 

We will be celebrating Christmas with the Sheldens over Thanksgiving weekend.

 

Something tells me Sawyer will be a bit more animated this year…over last:

xmas-2007

 

Story Time November 16, 2008

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What Fun! November 12, 2008

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A favorite childhood memory of mine is making and playing with homemade playdough. Enjoy!

 

http://crunchydomesticgoddess.com/2008/11/10/easy-peasy-playdough-recipe/

 

oh what fun November 10, 2008

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I never would have thought that the 9+ pound beast that came out of my belly would be this fun!

Why didn’t someone tell me that someday he would go to sleep at 6:30 and not wake up until 6? Why didn’t anyone tell me that one day he would just decide that his crib is pretty cool, especially when there are books inside it to be read…or that he would love to snuggle?!

 

Who knew that dragons were so delicious!

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