“A fellow first-time parent of a nearly one-year-old, that’s who.” Said by me in response to the question: “Who brings vodka as a gift to a one-year-old’s birthday party?” (To be clear, the vodka was for his parents, in celebration of making it through their first year of parenting–not for the baby.) Happy first birthday
I had two concerns when I was pregnant with Kate: That I wouldn’t be able to breastfeed. That she would be born with a cleft palate. Both came true. I had absolutely no reason to think either of these things might occur–no family history of issues, no related medical concerns, nothing. To be fair, I
Looking for a cute way to write a thank you note on behalf of your baby? Write it in children’s handwriting! I wrote this note to Kate’s grandparents by simply turning the card and printing the letters upside down with my dominant hand. When you turn the card back around this is what it looks
I’ve been loving this unseasonably warm winter weather! Short sleeves after September in Wisconsin–who would have thought? Dress: Old NavyScarf: New York & CompanySocks: Old NavyBoots: Nine West
Kate is 10 months old today, and after all she’s been through this past week I’m sure she’s happy to say goodbye to being 9 months old! Before we focus on being in double-digits, let’s take a look back at all Kate learned and did at 9 months old: Kate is pulling herself up onto
Kate made it through yesterday’s surgery okay, but her recovery is off to a very rough start. Please continue to keep her in your thoughts and prayers. Thank you all so much!
Considering how much I blog about Kate, you may be surprised to discover there’s something you still don’t know about her. Kate was born with a cleft palate, which is, in very simplified terms, a hole in the roof of her mouth. She is having surgery this afternoon to get her palate repaired, and Greg and I
1. Kate’s first Halloween! Kate: 9 Months We decided not to take Kate trick-o-treating for her first Halloween since she’s so young–plus it’s past her bedtime. In lieu of a costume, I got her this “my first halloween” onesie. So cute! 2. Halloween Trail Mix. While browsing the Halloween section at Target, I spotted a jar of
Thanks to everyone who entered the Rhapsody Photos giveaway. The winner of a free 11×14 Rhapsody Photos print of her choice is April from marathonsnmartinis! Congratulations April–please check your email for information on how to claim your prize! Didn’t win, but still looking to score one of these beautiful prints for yourself? Check out Aimee’s Rhapsody Photos
***This giveaway is now closed. Thank you to all who entered!*** When Aimee contacted me for a blog giveaway, I checked out her Etsy shop Rhapsody Photos and was instantly in love with her work! This week one lucky All Things G&D reader will receive a free 11×14 Rhapsody Photos print of your choice! These
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