There are only a couple things you really need for a baby, especially for the all-natural mom. Here are my minimalist newborn baby essentials and gift guide.
Minimalist Newborn Baby Essentials and Gift Guide for Baby
Homemade Natural Living
Easy Double Sided Cloth Napkin Tutorial -Beginner Sewing Project
I am surprisingly confident about sharing this beginner cloth napkin sewing tutorial since I only starting sewing about a year ago. Never did I think I would be blogging about sewing, but it turns out it’s just not as hard as I made it out to be. You can make these beautiful and classic handmade napkins for your Thanksgiving table, too! Join me as I share with you this easy double sided cloth napkin tutorial.
Our Morning and Night Newborn Routine + Answering FAQs about Babies
Allison is already 3 months old, how did that happen?! We’ve gone through many iterations of “routine” around the homestead recently, so I’m pausing to share a bit of our day-to-day life with you here on the blog. And then we’ll get back to the regular content you’re used to. But I figured it would be useful to read about bedtime and morning routines in case you’re a new or expecting mom wanting to know what those first few months are like. I know I was! So join me for a bedtime and morning routine with our newborn, plus I answer some FAQs related to newborns..
How to Build a Removable Laundry Countertop over Washer and Dryer
Our laundry room is pretty small, so John got the idea to build a countertop over the washer and dryer. We searched the internet and found a few designs, but none of them were removable and easy to disassemble. So with the help of my husband and some solid naps from Allison, we figured out how to build a DIY removable laundry countertop.
How to Make Baby Wipe Solution with Witch Hazel, Coconut Oil, Essential Oils
When I was pregnant I started planning our cloth diaper routine. That also meant making homemade baby wipes. Join me as I share how to make homemade baby wipe solution with coconut oil and witch hazel.
15 Lessons Learned from First Time Mom + 2 Month Postpartum Update
In this post I’m sharing the top 15 lessons I’ve leaned as a first time mom and a two month baby and postpartum update.
How to Build Porch Steps with Existing Old Stringers | DIY Porch Steps
In this quick tutorial I show you how to build DIY porch steps and how to reinforce your old stringers. After 20 years it was time for new steps, and we finally got up the courage to disassemble ours and redo it. I say “courage” because we knew the stairs were in pretty bad shape. So, we were hoping this would be a fast project and it actually was!
How to Make Homemade Lotion | DIY Stretch Mark Cream
Learn how to make easy DIY stretch mark cream with this homemade lotion recipe. This lotion uses shea butter and is moisturizing for the face and all over body, even if you are not pregnant. With only two ingredients it’s easy and inexpensive to make over and over!
Baby Allison Girl’s Nursery Tour + How to Create a Minimalist Baby Nursery
We welcomed our first baby a couple weeks ago and today I’m getting around to writing up the nursery tour blog post! Join me for a tour of Baby Allison’s mostly neutral nursery, plus my tips for creating a minimalist baby nursery.
Welcome Baby Allison Marie! Bradley Method Positive Natural Home Birth Story
A week ahead of schedule, Baby Allison Marie surprised us in a beautiful natural Bradley Method home birth this week. She arrived quicker than expected and in a surprising location, but we couldn’t be happier that she’s finally here. Today I’m sharing her positive natural home birth story and what our first week with Baby Allison Marie was like.
