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Thanksgiving is this week and the last thing I want to think about is food.

If I am not getting sick, I'm nauseous. If I'm not nauseous, I have a blinding migraine. And I'm always extremely exhausted. Last night I went to bed at 6 PM. So sad.

I hate the first trimester. I hate that I can't be a happy pregnant woman. I hate that everything is getting put off, the house is starting to fall apart, and the girls are watching waaayyy too much TV because I can't move without puking.

I'm either due in June or July. We won't really know until I'm far enough along to feel movement and for the midwives to palpate and listen to the heart beat. I'm hoping I'm due in June, because that means second trimester is coming up more quickly then I think.

In the meantime....if you don't hear from me often....send good pregnancy vibes my way.

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Product Review: Bumkins

Recently the Mom Bloggers Club offered its members a chance to review some Bumkins products and I jumped at the chance.

I'm already a big fan of Bumkins because of their great cloth diapers. And now I can say I love their clothing, too! Bumkins sent me a Dr. Seuss Coverall Suit, a Dr. Suess Grinch Super Bib, and a Grinch Ornament.

Can I say how cute the suit is? And so soft, the Guppy insisted on wearing it all day. The Super Bib was adorable as well and was great at keeping the suit clean during dinner time. And the girls can't wait to put the Grinch Ornament up on the Christmas Tree!

What I also love about the Bumkins products are that they are made from natural or non-toxic materials, so my girls can look cute and be safe! So, if you are looking for a great Christmas gift for your little ones, check out the Bumkins website!

Bumkins Grinchmas Gift and Contest! With any Bumkins Dr. Seuss Purchase receive Free Grinch Superbib and automatically be entered to win a four pack of Dr.Seuss How the Grinch Stole Christmas Ornaments! Just enter grinch08 at checkout to receive your complimentary bib.

Product Review: Bumkins

Product Review: The Secret Mountain Books

Recently I jumped at a chance to review three children's books that are published by The Secret Mountain, an amazing publishing group whose titles have won many awards.

Each of the books published by The Secret Mountain are beautifully illustrated with bold colors and each book comes with an CD filled with music that goes along with the story.

The three books I reviewed were A Duck in New York City, Down at the Sea Hotel, and Dream Songs Night Songs From Belgium to Brazil. The girls loved all three, but our favorite was Dream Songs Night Songs and the accompanying CD. It was a great way for us to unwind and reconnect after a busy day!

In a time where families are busier than ever, what better way to reconnect with your children then setting up a reading ritual, say right before bedtime? I would highly recommend The Secret Mountain titles for your reading ritual.

What reading rituals do you have in your family?

Product Review: The Secret Mountain Books

Wordless Wednesday: Silly Stairs

Wordless Wednesday: Silly Stairs

The Most Uncreative Post Of All

I don't do well during pregnancy, at all. I'm just not one of those women.

But, since this is my last pregnancy, I am looking at it in a different perspective. I'm trying to appreciate all the work my body is going through, even though it means I am constantly nauseous, exhausted, and already big enough to fit into maternity clothes.

I'm already suffering from "pregnancy brain". I keep calling the Mermaid by the Guppy's name and vice versa. The other day I slept from 12-4 PM. And, since our van is still not fixed, I am going absolutely crazy with being stuck at home all day. So are the girls.

So, since the above describes what my life has been like for the past two weeks, I really have nothing creative to write. I'm dying for someone to just come pick me up and get me out of the house and into some fresh air and adult conversation.

Anyone?

The Most Uncreative Post Of All

Being Messy Is Fun

Since I've been spending most of my days getting my butt kicked by morning sickness, we've kind of been slacking on the homeschooling front. Most of the time I've just been putting out some arts and crafts projects for the girls to do while I pass out on the couch. But, not before I snap some pictures.

The girls love finger painting. The Mermaid loves getting messy and dives right into it, putting her whole hand in the paint and slathering it around the paper. The Guppy hates getting messy, and will daintily put her finger in the paint and carefully swipe it on the paper. Not surprisingly, she always is done before the Mermaid and comes running so I can wash off her hands.
The girls also love play doh. Cutting, smashing, and sculpting. It keeps them occupied for a while, just long enough for me to take a quick nap and sleep through the worst of the nausea.

So that is pretty much what we've been doing around here. This week I am feeling a little better so far, so I plan on getting back onto normal schedule. Too bad our van keeps breaking down; the girls and I are going stir crazy after being stuck at home for an entire week!

Being Messy Is Fun

Homebirth In The News

There is a great article about homebirth in the New York Times. It's a little long, but definitely worth the read.

What interests me the most is how homebirth is on the rise. When are hospitals going to realize that this is because they are not offering what women want and need anymore? I believe it is going to keep rising until hospitals realize that they need to change their ways of practice if they want women to feel comfortable birthing in their wards.

I can't wait for this baby's homebirth. There is nothing in the world like it.

Read the article and tell me what you think. Have you ever had a homebirth? If not, would you?

Homebirth In The News