Crib Notes

photo by Zane Taylor

 So here's an official portrait of the little beauty that's been keeping me occupied...and I can't say that I'm in any hurry to get back to a daily schedule when I can sit and snuggle with my two L's...but I thought it would be fun to check in and say Hello - how is everyone?? Royal Wedding, Bin Laden, etc - it's been quite a week!!  Since I NEVER got around to posting about my baby must haves I thought I'd weigh in on some things that I actually have been using with the new babe...

 

We brought these Aden + Anais muslin swaddle blankets to the hospital with us and Louisa has been wrapped in them ever since...super soft and perfect for swaddling...

Even though she's mostly slept in my arms (bad co-sleeping mom!) having the Arm's Reach Mini Co-Sleeper next to the bed has been great for actually getting some real sleep (wishful thinking)...although if I had to do it over again this Ninna Nanna number is a much more design friendly option...

I don't think we set Lila down for the first 6 months but her little sister has to be a bit more patient with a 3 yr old to entertain so I upgraded to a Cradle Swing - I not a fan of any big, electronic baby contraption but it's nice to have one around when you need 5 minutes to pee, grab a bite to eat etc...and this is a great one because it plugs in making battery runs to Target a thing of the past...

and If you have tiny babies like me, chances are that gorgeous wardrobe you've been waiting to put her/him into won't fit for a while - but these Kate Quinn Infant Sacques are perfect for the first month or two and make late night diaper changes a breeze...Petit Bateau's smallest size also works well for newborns

New Mommy must haves...well I'll I can say is invest in good PJS! - and be prepared to change clothes about 10 times a day for the first week...and don't schedule a haircut/color the week you are supposed to have a baby because you'll never make it (that's the second time!)

xoxo, M

ps - If you are looking for a photographer in the twin cities Zane did a fantastic job with Louisa!