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I love baking! I also love a quick cleanup and cookies that don't stick to the pan. If you've used Reynolds parchment paper you know that it is a great addition to your</div>
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But the downside to parchment paper is tearing it from the roll and then having it curl on your pan. While it's still worth it, Reynolds has an even better option!</div>
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Pre-cut sheets of parchment paper! These things are wonderful. There are 22 in each box with price point of about $3.00.</div>
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They are a little big for my pans, but I just creased the edges and started placing my cookies!</div>
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The recipe I used is from the Better Homes and Gardens cook book. I made oatmeal raisin cookies.</div>
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I decided to test out Country Crock spread in this recipe rather than using butter. </div>
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I had a great little helper. I usually don't like baking with toddlers, but she did really well!</div>
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I was very pleased with the outcome of the cookie. They were a great consistency and had an amazing flavor. Country Crock offers a lower calorie cookie, without missing the taste or consistency of butter. </div>
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I do have to say that I'm a butter girl. I still prefer butter, mainly because butter is butter, margarine is many other things. But I will be keeping Country Crock around for occasional use. </div>
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1 cup Country CrockⓇ</div>
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3/4 cups packed brown sugar</div>
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3/4 cup granulated sugar</div>
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1 large egg</div>
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1 large egg yolk</div>
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2 tsp. vanilla extract</div>
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3 cups all-purpose flour</div>
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1 tsp. baking powder</div>
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3/4 tsp. salt</div>
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1/4 tsp. baking soda</div>
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1-2 cups of your favorite mix-ins (chocolate chips, cranberries, coconut, etc)</div>
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<b>Directions:</b> (makes aprox. 4 dozen cookies)</div>
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Preheat oven to 375°. Mix sugars, Country CrockⓇ, eggs, and vanilla. Add dry ingredients until well blended.</div>
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Add your mix-in choices!</div>
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Line your baking sheet with ReynoldsⓇ parchment paper, place rounded tablespoons of cookie dough 3 inches apart.</div>
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Bake 10-12 minutes. Cool for a minute before removing from pan and placing on cooling rack. </div>
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Then enjoy the goodness! </div>
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What type of mix-ins are your favorite for cookies? I could really go for white chocolate macadamia nut right about now! </div>
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There are many great products to try in the Bloom Voxbox! Naturally, the first one tried was food related! I have had Sunbelt Bakery Chewy granola bars in the past and have always been delighted. </div>
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I decided to share this snack with two of the kiddos, poor middle child was napping, so he didn't get to have any. </div>
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They were both pleased with this bar and wanted more. It chewy and sweet, but not too sweet. The only thing that would make this bar better is if it were covered in chocolate. It just so happens they have one covered in chocolate. It's amazing. </div>
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While these bars taste great, I don't make them an everyday treat. </div>
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Here is some of the nutrition info, which differs a little from their <a href="http://www.sunbeltbakery.com/www/docs/120/oats-honey-chewy-granola-bar" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">website</a>: </div>
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From reading the ingredients, I'm gathering that honey is used to make the granola, but corn syrup and sugar are used as the glue to hold the bar together. </div>
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They taste pretty darn good and it is definitely worth it to keep a box in the pantry for an occasional treat. Really though, you won't regret buying the ones dipped in chocolate! Enjoy!</div>
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Besides function, it is also very comfortable, Universal Comfy Co. Crib Mattress Protector is:</div>
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Washing before use will increase absorbency. Bamboo fibers hold onto the natural oils, it will probably take a few washes to reach maximum absorbency. But washing once before use would be enough to begin with. </div>
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This mattress protector is easy to put on. It's just like a fitted sheet and hugs a standard crib/toddler bed mattress (28" x 52" x 6") perfectly. Once it is on, you can add a fitted sheet without worrying about the protector shifting out of place. Below is a photo with the protector on the mattress by itself and with a fitted sheet over it. Full coverage, no shifting, mattress protection!</div>
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There are a number of teething pain remedies on the market. From Tylenol to teething tablets. While Tylenol has it's place, I don't believe it is beneficial to give a child regular doses of it over the lengthy period of time that teething is. Mouth numbing agents are effective, but can cause choking due to the throat muscles being effected by the numbing agent as well. There are also more natural and homeopathic remedies, two of which we rely on in this house; amber teething necklaces and teething tablets.<br />
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If you aren't familiar with amber teething necklaces, there are a few things you should know. First off, amber teething necklaces are made from amber beads. Amber is a fossilized resin from conifer (trees bearing cones) sap. When the beads are against the skin, body heat releases succinic acid which absorbs into the skin. Succinic acid provides many beneifits which aid in teething.<br />
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Second, amber necklaces are NOT meant to be chewed on. This is not a product your baby or toddler should be able to get in their mouth. This is meant to be worn against the skin. As I said above, benefits come from body heat and absorption, not from your baby actively chewing on the beads.</div>
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Third, safety! Make sure you have the right fit. Not too long, not too short. It is not recommended to allow your baby to wear the necklace when you are not with them. Avoid bathing with the necklace, this could weaken the cord the beads are tied on, which would increase risk of the necklace breaking. </div>
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One place you can buy these necklaces is from KG Baby on <a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00QIWVPJE/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o04_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Amazon</a>. </div>
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There are many things I like about their necklaces. Each bead is knotted on either side. This is significant because if the necklace breaks, only one bead will fall off the cord, the knots hold the rest on the cord. I also like that the beads on this necklace are multi-colored and oval shaped, I feel it is a great option for boys! The clasp is screw-on and I haven't had it loosen at all. </div>
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The downside to this necklace, it's a bit too long. It is listed as 12 inches, but it is actually closer to 13. When I put it on my 9 month old, she immediately pulled it up and put it in her mouth, and as I said earlier, they should not be able to get it in their mouth. I decided to try it on my 3 year old. I thought it was a pretty good fit for him. He could get it to his chin, but not in his mouth unless he really tried. But he's not one to put things in his mouth anymore, so I'm not too concerned about that with him. Unfortunately, he has all his teeth, so this isn't something he needs. </div>
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As you can see, this length makes it easy for her to play with and put in her mouth, neither of which is safe for a baby. I also feel like it would be easy to get snagged on things as she crawls or toddles around. It has a much better fit on my toddler. Still a little bigger than I'd like, but I don't see any safety concerns with him wearing an amber necklace this length. </div>
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I'd say this necklace would be good for bigger babies or older babies/toddlers, but not younger babies or little ones that are on the lower half of the growth scale. </div>
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There are many factors to a teething that came make both mom and baby miserable:<br />
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While I can't help you with your lack of sleep or your cranky baby, there is one product that has really helped me when I have been on-the-go! Baby Comfy offers a line of Gummi Teething Jewelry that can go with you anywhere to keep your little chomper happy. </div>
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My husband and I went on a lunch date with out the boys. But because my daughter is still nursing we took her with. This necklace kept her entertained nearly the whole time we were eating. </div>
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Baby Comfy Gummy Teething Jewelry is a necklace that mom (or dad) wears which has a food grade silicon teething ring attached. Teething ring is free of phthalate, BPA, PVC, and lead. It is FDA approved and CPSIA compliant.<br />
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The necklace is comprised of a nylon cord and a safety break-away clasp, in the event baby pulls really hard on the necklace, mom won't get hurt. </div>
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What is unique about Baby Comfy is the texture on the teething ring. Most teething jewelry is smooth, but these have a textured surface, sure to make this necklace more entertaining for your little one. </div>
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My baby girl is 8 months old. She already has 8 teeth, she started teething at 4 months. She may already have her front teeth, but she is constantly putting things in her mouth to chomp on. She likes anything gummi/silicone, but she does seem to like to drag her teeth across the texture on this necklace. </div>
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The first time I put it on, she grabbed it immediately and stuck it in her mouth (pictured above). What makes this a wonderful teething product for being out-and-about is that mom wears it baby can't drop it! So you don't have to worry about picking up baby's teether from the dirty floor of the grocery store. It is the perfect length if you are pushing a cart with your little one sitting up front (assuming you aren't super tall). It is also a great length if baby is sitting in your lap, but facing away from you. You don't have to be carrying baby on your chest to utilize this teething necklace... but you can, because it is also great for baby wearing!</div>
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An added bonus is that it gives your baby something to play with while breastfeeding. Her holding this necklace beats getting fish hooked or having her little fingers dig up my nose! </div>
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<b>NYC Expert Last Lip Color in Sugar Plum</b></div>
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Of all the lipstick I have tried, this is by far the best! Not only was it the perfect color for me, but it gave a long lasting wear. The first time I used it I was expecting to have to re-apply every hour or so, but after four hours and eating lunch, I still did not think it was necessary to touch up my lip stick! When you also take into consideration the low price point, you really can't get any better! </div>
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I have been adding this seasoning to everything, stews, mac and cheese, scrambled eggs and omelets, and even stir fry! Great flavor, looks and tastes fresh!</div>
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<b>Rimmel Scandaleyes Waterproof Kohl Kajal Eyeliner</b></div>
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This is a great liner for my top lid. It glides on smooth and gives a great bold color (this one is black). Fills between my lashes nicely. It would be great for that smokey eye or smudged look too! I do not use this on my bottom lid, I do not feel it give the precision I need to line my bottom lid, so I use a different eyeliner from the Scandaleyes line for my lower lid.</div>
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<b>Celestial Seasonings Candy Cane Lane Decaf Green Tea</b></div>
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I'm not a big fan of peppermint. But after tasting this one I am sold! This was a great tea. I like that it is decaf so I can drink it whenever I want. When I first tried it I had a mild upset stomach, as a bonus, the peppermint tea took away that discomfort. Definitely something I want on hand when my tummy isn't feeling too well. </div>
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This product is supposed to reduce the appearance of deep lines and wrinkles in as little as two weeks! I received a sample size of 3ml. This wasn't enough to fully test the product. While I can't say whether two weeks of use will reduced those dreaded wrinkles, I can say that the product has a silky smooth feel on the skin, it is light and makes my skin soft. This product is hypoallergenic for those who may have sensitive skin. It is recommended to apply twice a day, morning and night, after washing your face.</div>
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I received the Sleek and Shine finisher hair brush. I like the concept of the Eco brush. It is manufactured with the environment in mind. Each brush has an open back to allow you to blow dry your hair with the brush quicker than a standard hair brush. I don't like the bristles of the Sleek and Shine brush. Even with fine hair, I don't find it effective at brushing my hair unless it has already been dried. This style bristle is supposed to distribute your hairs natural oils giving you an all over sleek and shiny finish. While I do feel it did this, I also got a bit of static. I would however love to try their Smoothing Detangler Brush, that is more my style hair brush! </div>
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I prefer not to use a cover when I am nursing in public. Not because I am a lactivist trying to make a statement, or a feminist trying to exert my powers of womanhood, but because I feel that using a cover seems to attract more attention to the fact that my baby is sucking on my breast, which I don't really want.<br />
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I usually wear layers, pull one up, leave one down and it basically looks like I'm just holding my baby. But as she is becoming more alert, she is also becoming more distracted while eating and pulling off frequently, leaving me exposed for all to see.<br />
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So at about 3 months, I started using my nursing cover more often. Unfortunately, whenever I was using it I felt like I was on display. With a bright pattern, square shape and a plastic hoop to go over my head it was as if I was screaming for someone to awkwardly watch me feed my baby out of the corner of their eye, or straight on, some people want you to know you're making them uncomfortable. You know the kind of stink-eye look or the deer in headlights, they just can't look away.<br />
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When it came to finding a new nursing cover I knew I wanted something versatile. Something that I could wear rather than pack in my bag. Something that looked more like an accessory to my outfit than a billboard for my breastfeeding baby.<br />
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I started doing some research on shawl style and infinity scarf breastfeeding covers. In the midst of my research I was presented with the opportunity to review the <a href="http://www.amazon.com/Boho-Mama-Breastfeeding-Nursing-Cover/dp/B00KWAU9NQ" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Boho Mama Stylish Breastfeeding Wrap</a>. I jumped. It was exactly what I was looking for!<br />
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If you didn't figure it out, the scarf I am wearing in the above picture is the Boho Mama Nursing Wrap! Unless I told you, or this wasn't a review for a versatile nursing wrap, you never would have guessed it was anything other than a scarf, right?</div>
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The first thing I did when I took the Boho Mama Nursing Wrap out of the packaging was rub it against my cheek. Yep, that's right. I couldn't believe how silky, buttery smooth it was and I couldn't wait to try it out, but my baby was sleeping. So instead I just put it on and played a bit with some of the many ways to wear it. I fell in love with this breastfeeding shawl so fast that I practically threw my other one in the garbage right then and there!<br />
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The shawl is made from a lightweight organic bamboo modal with a bit of spandex, which is what makes it so soft and flowy (is that even a word?). This breathable fabric will keep your baby from getting too warm, even on the hot days. It is a nice neutral grey color, sure to look great with most of your wardrobe. It measures 27" wide and 75" long. Boho Mama is machine washable, so go ahead and use it as a burp cloth too, just throw it in the wash when you get home!<br />
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While you are breastfeeding this shawl gives full coverage. So whether you layer garments or avoid wearing nursing tanks, your torso will be fully covered while your little one visits <i>Mom's Cafe</i>. Because of it's length and width, you also don't have to worry about shifting positions and being exposed. This shawl will cover your back and sides.<br />
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I can't say for sure, because I haven't tried it, but I think this would also be a great breastfeeding cover for nursing multiples. I am fairly confident that you could fit twins under this wrap and still not be exposed.<br />
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It is crazy how big this wrap is and how much it covers, yet how little space it takes up in a diaper bag or around your neck.<br />
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It is winter here now, but I could definitely see myself wearing this as a shawl over the top of a nursing tank and making it part of my outfit. Check out Boho Mama on <a href="http://www.amazon.com/Boho-Mama-Breastfeeding-Nursing-Cover/dp/B00KWAU9NQ" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Amazon</a> for some other great ways to wear the Nursing Wrap, even while pregnant! You don't have to be a nursing mom to wear this comfortable, stylish nursing warp!<br />
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I really like this breastfeeding cover. I've been telling everyone about it! The only thing that may deter someone from buying this cover is the price. But for everything you can do with this cover, incorporate it into your wardrobe while nursing, wear it as a main piece of your outfit while pregnant, nursing or when you are no longer nursing, and the obvious, using it as a breastfeeding cover, you really do get all the bang for your buck. The Boho Mama Nursing Wrap has endless options!<br />
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Visit amazon to purchase your <a href="http://www.amazon.com/Boho-Mama-Breastfeeding-Nursing-Cover/dp/B00KWAU9NQ" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Boho Mama Nursing Wrap</a>. They are currently 25% off! But through the end of November my readers can get the wrap at 50% off retail! That is an amazing deal! Use code ARKRLDUS at check out for your 50% off discount! They'll also be releasing a purple wrap before the end of the month!<br />
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I already told you about <a href="http://justmeandtheboyz.blogspot.com/2014/11/maintaining-leather-seats-despite-kids.html" target="_blank">Leather Nova's Leather Cleaner</a>. It's a great cleanser for you vehicles interior. But what should you do with your leather once it's clean? To keep seats looking new you'll want to condition the leather. This is the second step in Leather Nova's line.<br />
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Before using the Leather Conditioner, make sure you have cleaned your leather first. The best option for cleaning the leather is with Leather Nova's Leather Cleaner. Allow the surface to air dry completely before continuing.</div>
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When you purchase your Leather Conditioner it comes with the yellow applicator shown above. Using this applicator apply a thin coat of the leather conditioner to your seats or any other leather surface you wish to condition or restore. Rub the conditioner on the surface in a circular motion. Let the conditioner sit on the surface for one hour then buff with a clean, dry microfiber cloth. </div>
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If you are trying to restore leather that has not been maintained in quite a while, you may have to repeat the process to get desired results. Leather Nova recommends conditioning your leather once a month for best results. </div>
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I live in MN, so getting in and out of our vehicle in the winter is sure to track in snow and moisture. This product is supposed to help your leather repel moisture, which will be very helpful to us in the coming months. </div>
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I am very happy to have Leather Nova's Leather cleaning and conditioning line to keep my vehicles interior looking new. I highly recommend this product to anyone looking to maintain leather surfaces. My leather looks great and doesn't have that greasy feel. </div>
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Leather Nova also sells a <a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00JIJ4LWW/ref=s9_simh_gw_p263_d6_i3?pf_rd_m=ATVPDKIKX0DER&pf_rd_s=center-2&pf_rd_r=14YJFHK6KP69NCATK8WK&pf_rd_t=101&pf_rd_p=1688200382&pf_rd_i=507846" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Cleanser/Conditioner </a>combo (which also comes with an applicator sponge). Great for quick touch ups, but personally, I'd prefer to have the cleaner and conditioner separate. Cleansers are meant to remove everything and not leave a residue, conditioners are meant to adhere to the surface to help restore it. I don't feel that combining the two can give the best results. </div>
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My husband got me a wonderful gift for my 30th birthday... an new van! Well, it was new to us anyway. When we got the van it was perfectly clean; no dust, no streaky windows, nice leather interior! It didn't take long before our new van looked lived in. Cracker crumbs, dog fur and dust were everywhere. While I could vacuum the carpeting, and wash the windows, I wasn't sure what to do with the leather. I almost used baby wipes, but figured I should have a cleaner specifically for leather.<br />
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<a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00JIIZCM6/ref=s9_simh_gw_p263_d6_i1?pf_rd_m=ATVPDKIKX0DER&pf_rd_s=center-2&pf_rd_r=14YJFHK6KP69NCATK8WK&pf_rd_t=101&pf_rd_p=1688200382&pf_rd_i=507846" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Leather Nova's leather cleaner</a> is easy to use. It comes in a spray bottle and includes a microfiber cloth. The cleaning process is easy. Start by spraying the surface you want to clean (or spraying the cleaner right onto a microfiber cloth) and massage in circular motion to lift dirt and debris. Then use a dry microfiber cloth to remove dirt and dust from the leather's surface.<br />
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This is what the cleaner picked up on the passenger side of my dashboard. I couldn't even tell it was that dirty. The cleaner is easy to use and very effective without harming my leather or plastic interior.<br />
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Leather Nova Leather Cleaner is made in the US. It is free of harsh chemicals which I love because I have three kids and a dog... all of which have the urge to periodically lick things. I know, it's gross! But at least I know my seats are clean and toxin free! </div>
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After using the Leather Nova's Leather Cleaner it is best to follow up with the <a href="http://justmeandtheboyz.blogspot.com/2014/11/conditioning-leather-seats-to-keep-them.html" target="_blank">Leather Conditioner</a>. There is also a combo Conditioner/Cleaner that can be used between for touch ups. I personally like to use a separate cleaner and conditioner. I feel that each has a specific purpose and work best on their own. </div>
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All pregnancies and babies are different. As moms we like to remember everything that happened during our pregnancies and once our children have been born. Instead of writing everything down on the calendar and then having to go through every month to remember significant events you have had during pregnancy or after your baby was born, you could get a great journal to help you record all of those moments --- good or bad!</div>
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Next the journal goes through baby's birth! Labor, delivery and birth stats. Followed by a section devoted to baby's first month. The last section is all about baby's firsts, ending with baby's first birthday. </div>
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I really like the design and layout of this book. It is a great pregnancy journal. I like that it has detailed information for each week of pregnancy and space for photos and jotting down notes. I also like the section on all the first. </div>
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There are two things I think this book is missing. First, I like to have a chart to document when my child's teeth come in. For some reason I find it fun comparing how fast/slow, soon/late their teeth come in. That being said, there is a "Notes" section that could be used for this. Second, it doesn't have journaling space for each month in the first year. There is a growth chart that gives you space to write height and weight for each month until the first year, but there isn't space to write down what your child is doing in each month. The firsts section does cover all of that info, but I guess I just like to have it organized a little differently. </div>
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All in all, this is a very cute journal that would be the perfect gift for yourself or someone else when pregnancy arrives! A great way to document all of those pregnancy ups and downs as well as your baby's birth and many firsts! </div>
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You can purchase the Bump To Birthday journal from <a href="http://www.fromyoutome.us/parentandchild/bumptobirthday.html" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">From You to Me</a> for $29.95.</div>
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There are many battles I face with my children on a daily basis. Some I have to choose to ignore, some I have to deal with, and others seem so simple that if my son would just do what I ask of him we'd save ourselves unnecessary frustration.<br />
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Waking up and getting ready for the day seems to be one of our biggest struggles. My son fights to put on his clothes, brush his teeth and use the bathroom. He's only 5 years old, I can't imagine what the teenage years are going to be like.<br />
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Since we started homeschooling this year, I knew we had to come up with a better routine to make our mornings easier on all of us.<br />
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<a href="http://www.victoriachartcompany.com/Chart_supporting_children_of_4_years_of_age_p/us-mguc.htm" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">My Growing Up Chart</a> takes some of the wrinkles out of our morning routine, making for a happier mommy and a better start to our day. My Growing Up Chart is a sticker reward chart that encourages independence and responsibility in elementary school age children.<br />
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Each chart comes with 10 activity stickers and 6 blank ones to fill in your own activities. There are also 12 stickers of each number 1-20 that you apply to the chart as your child finishes each activity or task. There are also star stickers that read "Great Job" for when you child deserves that extra boost for doing great things! The stickers are re-usable. So once your child earns all 20 stickers you can put them back on the sheet and start over. You can even change out the activity stickers as needed. The chart comes with four square shaped double sided adhesive pads for attaching your My Growing Up Chart to the wall or refrigerator. A dry erase marker is also included in the package so you can write on the chart as needed.</div>
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Not sure how to use the chart when you get it? No problem! It comes with a "How To" guide to help you get the most out of your rewards chart. </div>
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I was actually surprised at how well Squirrel (5 years-kindergarten) does with this chart. As I was setting it up I was trying to think of a reward for when he got all 20 stickers, but decided not to give an additional reward. He has been more eager to get dressed and brush his teeth since implementing the My Growing Up Chart. He'll often remind me that he gets a sticker when he completes a task, if I haven't had to ask him then I'll also give him a star sticker.</div>
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I feel as though <a href="http://www.amazon.com/elementary-school-Growing-Reward-Chart/dp/B004VEXFGC/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1412391995&sr=8-1&keywords=my+growing+up+chart" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">My Growing Up Chart</a> positively affects our morning routine. If I could be diligent with it everyday and stay proactive, we could eliminate or morning struggles completely. I do see this chart helping my child grow some independence and responsibility for himself. The stickers are truly reusable. The bottom of our chart is at the perfect level for my 2 year old. He likes to move the number stickers to cover the eyes of the characters on the activity stickers. I have moved them back several times and they are still sticky! </div>
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I'm happy to have found something that helps smooth out our morning routine. Starting off the day on the right foot makes for a straight path for the rest of the day! </div>
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<b>What part of your day seems to be the most challenging? Have you tried a rewards chart to make it easier? </b></div>
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Some of my favorite pumpkin flavors include Dairy Queen Pumpkin Pie Blizzard, Caribou Pumpkin Spice Latte, Pumpkin Spice coffee creamer as well as pumpkin bars and desserts of all sorts.<br />
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Last week my mom sent me a link about Oreo's release of Pumpkin Spice cookies! I almost left immediately for Target to get some. Unfortunately it took a couple days for me to actually make a trip to Target. None-the-less, I knew I wanted to make some no-bake truffles with these cookies! After I got the cookies I wasted no time!<br />
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<li>1- 8 oz. package cream cheese</li>
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<li>Crush the whole package of Oreos (or most of them... 1 or 2 may have fallen into my mouth). I find a food processor does the best job. But if you don't have one, some elbow grease with wooden spoon in a bowl will do the trick.</li>
<li>Mix all crushed Oreo with cream cheese until you no longer see any chunks of cream cheese. If you have made other versions of Oreo truffles in the past, your 'badder' will be a bit more creamy. The pumpkin spice cream isn't as firm as other Oreo creams.</li>
<li>Line a cookie sheet with wax paper. Make 1" balls from your badder and place them on the cookie sheet, then place in freezer for about 10 minutes.</li>
<li>Melt white chocolate according to directions. Dip each cookie ball into the chocolate and roll around until completely covered and place back on wax paper.</li>
<li>After about every three truffles (avoid letting chocolate to set) sprinkle on some pumpkin pie spice for garnish. </li>
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Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12127301869447525718noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7131205132477198231.post-42482222594055270202014-09-24T22:34:00.000-05:002014-09-24T23:12:04.185-05:00Green Baking with Silicone Baking Cups & Black and White Oreo Cupcakes {easy recipe}Thank you Galley Essential for the baking cups!<br />
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Are you always looking for ways to generate less waste? Silicone baking cups will provide you with a fun re-usable solution!<br />
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Galley Essentials Silicone Baking cups come in a package of 12 in four fun bright colors! Some of the benefits of silicone baking cups include a wash and reuse product, the ability to color code if you have gluten free, vegan and traditional baked goods, and the help your cupcakes or muffins bake evenly. These baking cups have a temperature range of -40F to 446F.<br />
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Wash the baking cups before using. The packaging also said that you may add cooking spray if desired. I prefer not to use cooking spray, I have found that ruins my non stick products and is difficult to wash off.<br />
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Yes! It was surprisingly easy! The cups are flexible and flip inside out leaving you with a perfect cupcake! Sure, some of the cake sticks to the side of the baking cup, but you'll loose even more of your cupcake goodness if you're using paper cups.<br />
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If you have never had a cookie in a cupcake, be prepared for yumminess (I may have made up that word)! Now I just have to make sure I make cupcakes with at least two of each color silicone cup so the boys aren't both fighting over pink... yes, they fight over pink!</div>
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With three kids, getting outdoors is very important. It is essential that I get the two older kids outside to release some energy. Sun protection is high priority. While I can lather Squirrel (5 years) and Bug (2 years) in sunscreen, I can't do the same thing for my newborn.<br />
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When we go out I'll often carry Evie (2 months) in a soft structured buckle carrier. She likes to be close mama! Being a newborn, when she is in the carrier not much of her is exposed. Only the top of her head and part of her legs. I have tried putting a hat on her head, but because her head is almost below the top of the carrier, I can't get it to stay in place. So I have have to hold the hat on her head. I even thought "there's got to be something better!"... and there is!<br />
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The Shaidee Sun Cover is a visor that you wrap around your chest to protect your child in a front position baby carrier (wrap, soft structured buckle, sling etc) from harmful UV rays.<br />
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Just this summer Shaidee added another product to their line-up. Shaidee Bug is a netting that you can use with or without your Shaidee sun cover to protect your child from biting insects as well as UV rays.<br />
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The bug cover is lined with elastic to hug your body and completely surround your baby. This loose fabric is breathable and shiny to reflect sunlight and has 50+UPF. There is a buckle that clips behind your back and velcro that attaches to your Shaidee visor to keep the netting in place. The velcro has a fold over tab so when it is not in use you don't have to worry about it nagging your bug netting.<br />
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In Minnesota our summers are short and filled with mosquitoes and biting flies! Shaidee's Nettee allows me to enjoy the great outdoors with my baby! Best part, I don't have to use chemicals on her! </div>
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I know you've been there. In that moment when you need to use your phone, but but the battery image is blinking red and you only have 2% charge left. You start making your phone call. You hear "hello" then silence. When you pull your phone away from your ear all you see is a black screen.</div>
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That won't be happening to me again any time soon, as long as I have my +LIFEGUARD Mini with me. This super handy back-up phone battery/ portable charger saves you when you forgot to charge your phone or when you've been using it all day long without being able to plug it in. </div>
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Piczzle is an internet based company that will turn your digital images into high quality jigsaw puzzles. You can turn your picture into a wooden or cardboard puzzle. There are different borders to choose from as well as a couple size options and the choice of how many puzzle pieces you would like. The picture puzzles can be personalized as well. You could gift Piczzle for a birthday, anniversary or even as a thank you.</div>
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I received a medium cardboard picture puzzle. I chose to use this picture of my children, which happens to be the first good picture I have of all three of them.</div>
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The Piczzle puzzle came in a box with a copy of the photo on the top. The puzzle pieces were in a zipper plastic bag for easy storage in, or out, of the box. </div>
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I was very pleased with the quality of the puzzle. The image is very clear, so great in fact that it almost looks like you could reach out and grab the grass. The pieces are a thick cardboard and seem very durable. I do think the puzzle image could use an additional coating to protect the image. After my two year old got a hold of the pieces he scratched them up a bit. </div>
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When I ordered the puzzle I had intended to put it together then puzzle glue it so I could put it on display. But then I changed my mind. My 5 year old really enjoyed putting this puzzle together and has asked to do so many more times. He really enjoys putting together this puzzle because it has a picture of him and his siblings. While I won't be letting my toddler play with it anymore, my oldest and I will enjoy putting it together over and over again.</div>
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I have delivered three babies. None of my labors and deliveries went as I had planned. This one was no exception.</div>
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Squirrel was born via c-section after 18 hours of labor. I was eventually convinced I needed the c-section after the Dr. gave me the diagnosis "failure to progress". Or in other words "normal, but long labor". Anyway, after he was born, I did a lot of research and came to the conclusion that my c-section was unnecessary. </div>
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When I found out I was pregnant with Bug, I had already made the decision to have an un-medicated VBAC (vaginal birth after cesarian). After more than two days of labor pains and no sleep, I caved to an epidural. But had a successful VBAC! Even though I decided to have the epidural, I still had a great birth experience.</div>
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Then there is Evie, after A LOT of research, we decided to have a homebirth. Besides the fact that I have long labors, I have had uncomplicated pregnancies and deliveries. After meeting with a midwife, we were confident in our decision to have a homebirth. </div>
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Well, at 39 weeks, 3 days, labor began. Early that morning I started getting contractions. My husband was out with some friends the night before, so I let him sleep and the boys and I went for a walk to the park so I could see if contractions were going to pick up or subside. On the way to the park the contractions got further apart, so for a short period of time I thought it was false labor. But after sitting there for a while, they picked up again. I figured it was time to head home. </div>
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On the way home contractions were about 3 minutes apart. I woke my husband and told him that I had been having contraction and was going to call the midwife. My next bathroom trip I had some bloody show, which typically indicates real labor. I called my midwife. She came out to check me, then left to run some errands in the area. She came back later and we determined that it was in fact real labor, as my contractions were picking up and my cervix was dilating. </div>
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We sent the boys off to grandma and grandpa's house then started getting ready for delivery. We set up the birth pool, got the bed and floor prepared, and supplies set up. By mid afternoon I really had to concentrate to get through contractions and a few hours later I was really struggling.</div>
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I couldn't wait to get into the birth pool. From what I had heard, it was great pain relief! Unfortunately, it didn't help like I had hoped. I couldn't wait for it to be over. I must have been about 8 centimeters when my body started pushing in the middle of contractions. If you've never had that experience, it is insane! You can completely let your body lead, nobody needs to tell you what to do. </div>
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After a few of those 'pushing' contraction I got out of the pool to use the bathroom. During a contraction on the toilet (with my midwife listening to the baby's heart rate), my water broke. This is when concern hit my midwife. The amniotic fluid contained blood. She got me into the bedroom and continued to monitor the baby. After each contraction, baby's heart rate started to drop. </div>
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Because I had a c-section in my history. My midwife had a second midwife present during my labor. They had conversed about the heart rate dropping and the presence of blood in my water. They decided that a hospital transfer was necessary. They believed my placenta was separating. 9-1-1 was called and an ambulance was on the way. At this point I was asked to avoid pushing. Have you ever been told not to push when your body wants to push. I had heard it was a difficult task, but I couldn't believe just how difficult it was to keep myself from allowing my body to push.</div>
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By the time I was in the ambulance I was 10 centimeters. My goal at this point was to get the baby out. Fortunately, by the time we got to the hospital (less than 5 miles from my house), her heart rate was back where it should have been and was no longer dropping with contractions. </div>
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The problem with the hospital I was going to was that they don't do VBACs. Being that I live so close to the hospital, they didn't have to operating room ready when I got there so they sent me to the ER, at this point it was shortly after midnight.</div>
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With each contraction I was pushing, pushing hard. The Dr. wanted me to get the baby out as fast as I could to avoid further complications and to avoid bringing me upstairs to the OR because he feared I would deliver in the hallway. My midwife and I wanted to get the baby out fast because neither of us wanted me to have another unnecessary c-section. So I pushed with all I had. </div>
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Whether you're a first time mom or a veteran mom, you may come across challenges with caring for your infant. Dr. Carey's Baby Care book will get you through your baby's first year.</div>
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I hadn't used glue-on nails in many years, probably since high school or college, maybe 9-12 years ago! I don't typically have good luck using artificial nails. My nails have a strange shape that don't seem to form well with artificial nails. Kiss nails are flexible and should conform to your natural nail.<br />
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Kiss nails come with glue and a cuticle stick. They have multiple sizes, including 4 of the common sizes, in case you have two nails on each hand that would require the same size. Each nail has a tab which not only makes it easier to pick up and place properly on your nail, but each tab has the size number on it and is easy to read. You don't have to flip the nails over and search for the matching sizes. What makes these nails look great once applied is that Kiss nails are tapered. Meaning they are thin at the bottom (cuticle end) and thicker at the top (french tip end). I thought this was what made the nails look more natural. They seemed to blend right into my cuticle.d </div>
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The final result is a quick, clean and easy, natural looking manicure. If you look closely in the picture, you can see an air bubble on my thumb. For some reason I had a hard time getting a good connection between my natural nail and the Kiss nail. This was the first nail to pop off, but it was still on for almost a week. </div>
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<b>Buy it:</b> Get the Kiss Everlasting French Manicure in the Endless short style on their <a href="http://www.kissusa.com/nails/artificial_nails/everlasting_french#.U6854pRdV6E" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">website</a> or your local Walmart. </div>
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Two weeks to go! Maybe more, maybe less. The waiting game is kind of frustrating. But I am actually very content right now. I feel pretty good. If you read my last update, you may remember me saying that I would probably be ready to have this baby out by now. But that's not the case. She'll come when she is ready (still hard to wrap my head around saying "she"), and I'm ok with that!<br />
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In the last couple weeks I have had a bit more swelling my my legs and feet, I even had to buy new tennis shoes! Some days I am affected by it more than others, but when I get the chance (after the boys go to bed), and I put my feet up, the swelling subsides. Both my midwife and my chiropractor advised an increase in protein and water consumption to help alleviate swelling. As far as back pain and other body pain issues, I don't feel as uncomfortable as I did a few weeks ago. I am thinking it may have to do with the chiropractic appointments I have had. I have been seeing Kelly at <a href="http://www.flourishchiro.com/Flourish_Chiropractic/Welcome.html" target="_blank">Flourish Chiropractic </a>in South Minneapolis. She comes highly recommended by my midwife (and many others).<br />
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I think that staying active and drinking lots of water is what is making the end of this pregnancy easier than my last.<br />
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Bug is really becoming quite the mama's boy. I am starting to feel a bit guilty. He really likes his hugs, cuddles and mama time. We went to the zoo last week, and while he doesn't mind the stroller, he prefers walking or being worn on my back in a mie tai, this one is by <a href="http://www.infantino.com/product.cfm?product_id=1415" target="_blank">Infantino</a>. I will be doing a lot of baby wearing with this new little one coming. I may have to learn and master tandem baby wearing.<br />
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He just likes to be close to mommy. While he loves babies and always wants to give them a lot of attention (ie, smothing with hugs and kisses). I'm wondering how he'll do when this baby gets a lot of mommy's attention. As of right now, he doesn't mind sharing my attention with a baby. But that baby never comes home with us, so it will be interesting to see how he does. </div>
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I had my 38 week check up today. All my vitals are good, baby's heartbeat is in the 150's. My midwife sometimes uses the fetal scope to listen to the heartbeat, rather than the doppler. Today I listened to the heartbeat through the fetal scope for the first time. Oh my gosh, so neat to hear! You only hear the heartbeat, none of the whosh whosh you get from the doppler. If you ever have the chance to hear your baby's heartbeat through a fetal scope, do it! She remains head down although she hasn't started to engage into the pelvis, so I won't be expecting her to arrive in the next few days! </div>
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Weight gain... I'm at 40 lbs. According to my midwife I'm tiny. Not exactly how I'd describe myself. According to my "I'm Expecting" app, my weight gain is excessive, but I don't agree with that either. I'm not too concerned about a few extra pounds. </div>
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Baby girl still doesn't have a name. I have a few in mind, but nothing that my husband and I have agreed on yet. </div>
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<b>Are you pregnant? How far along, how are you feeling? Is this your first pregnancy, second? How have your pregnancies compared? </b></div>
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