The Mama Diaries

A new mom’s quest for suburban bliss.

June 10, 2009

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really, I swear….

more to come soon – less work, more play.

 

Deeeeesh March 25, 2009

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Sawyer has 2 new deeeesh…aka FISH!

 

Oh what fun!

 

Worth Sharing January 20, 2009

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Out and about on the web today…

From  the Little Seed, some inspiration: www.myspace.com/presidentialpledge

From Nature Moms Blog, on BPA: http://www.fastcompany.com/magazine/132/the-real-story-on-bpa.html

And just for fun…

 

help

 

my colorful cowboy January 15, 2009

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cowboy

 

another year down December 30, 2008

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I cannot believe I made it! A year plus under my belt as a mom. Who would’ve thought?!

 

Ha!

 

happy holidays December 27, 2008

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christmas-2008

 

Toy Safety December 4, 2008

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Wondering if your toys are safe?

 

Check this out: http://www.healthytoys.org/index.php

 

A great resource. Though, seems impossible to keep track of what is and isn’t safe. Some brands seem to be free of the nasty stuff across the board, but that isn’t necessarily the case. Be sure to check for each toy.

 

Just in time for Christmas!

 

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…

 

book

 

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