Four months

Eleanor is now 14 lbs 2 oz, and 24.5 inches long!

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H2H Challenge: Take 5!

 Time for another challenge! I'm really starting to get into these. I always have cards to make, but the challenges from the Heart 2 Heart challenge blog are giving me a fresh starting point each time!

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10 Things to do while Breastfeeding

I'm glad to be breastfeeding. Very happy!
But, for a woman like me that is always on the go, learning to slow down for breastfeeding can be a challenge. In fact, for me, it was nearly impossible. 

Sometimes I relish the time to sit and relax and stare at how beautiful my baby is, but for the most part, I wish I was being more productive. Most of the time I'm feeling bad for sitting while my husband makes dinner (although I absolutely am doing something important too!). Most of the time I'm making lists in my head of things I can do once the baby is done feeding. Most of the time I'm grateful for that one free hand!

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Comfort with Breastfeeding

Before I became a mother, I had NO idea how time-consuming breastfeeding is. 

No idea!

The reason you see new mom's breastfeeding their children all over the place, is because they have to. 

Fact: Babies eat all day and night. Hour after hour. No matter what. 

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Ellie Visits the Ocean

Little Miss Ellie got to put her toes into the sand for the first time last week :) 

Our family spent a wonderful two weeks visiting family on the ocean coast of British Columbia and it was so rejuvenating to spend time with family. 

Sunshine, oceans, mountains, family, and ice cream = great vacation.

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H2H Challenge: Florals

The Heart to Heart Challenge this week was to incorporate flowers into your design. 

Adds a nice spring flare, don't you think?

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3. Leave Canada - Check?

There are a few obvious advantages of having family in Southern BC: warmth, beaches, and proximity to the border for cheap shopping! 

When our family suggested crossing the border for a little retail therapy, I jumped at the chance. 

Who would say no to that??

Well… maybe my husband would… but he knows how much I like it!

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