Elize’s Birth Story
Below is the birth story of welcoming our 8 lb 5 oz 20.75 inch little girl, Elize Claire Stiemsma on 5/20/2021. Before diving into her…
First Week of Life with Baby #2 – My Top 8 Most Used Items
I had so much anxiety about welcoming a second babe into our lives, but I am so relieved with how well we've all adjusted. She…
Toddler Playroom I Before and After
Slowly but surely, we are tackling each room in this house. From the day we moved in (back in January of 2020) Eastyn's playroom has…
First Trimester: A Little Different This Time Around
I know those who have been pregnant more than once will agree, but goodness is every pregnancy different! I wanted to give a little bit…
Toddler Gift List (25+ ideas)
I have to admit that Greg and I had a list for EJ’s Christmas and Birthday gathering for a few months. A few things, we…
It was a girl, and we named her Lena
Coping with loss or life's difficulties are like being on a small boat in the middle of the ocean. The waves come and they go.…
Top 5 Favorite Baby Clothing Brands
There are hundreds of baby brands out there for clothing and there is no denying that all parents have their favorites! Check out my Top…
10 Baby-Led Weaning Breakfast Ideas
When we first started EJ with baby-led weaning at 6 months, I'd never felt so lost. Meal times, which could be so simple with rice…