Just like with our first Mason James, I wanted to share Cooper Ford's birth story. It's true what people say, that each pregnancy and birth are so different. I couldn't have had a more different experience for Cooper's birth as compared to Mason's. If you didn't read Mason's birth story, you can find it here...but long story short, I was induced at 37 weeks due to complications and after my water broke in the hospital Mason was born less than 3 hours later and after only 3 pushes. They cut me to help with his delivery, again because there were complications but his birth was fast. But this post is not about reliving Mason's birth but to share Cooper's birth story with you. I had an uncomplicated pregnancy with Cooper and he was measuring at around the 48th percentile during my last ultrasound. Everything looked great ... Read more...
Tiny Home Interior Inspiration
Some of you may remember me talking about our latest big home design project Justin and I started back in 2020. We've been converting a detached shed, previously used for my home office and gym, into an ADU. Without changing the roof line we were able to create a comfortable, livable space. While I miss having a separate space for working out and a dedicated work area the potential of this tiny home is huge. I thought I would give you a little home tour along with a few photos we snapped throughout the process. It's definitely been ... Read more...
Bump Friendly Non-Maternity Sweater Dress
If you're looking for a bump friendly non-maternity dress, then a sweater dress is one of the best. This one in particular is form fitting but stretchy and will definitely grow with you and your bump. The ruffle hem detail definitely makes this dress and gives it a little flair! I think as my baby bump grows this bump friendly non-maternity sweater dress will look even better. It will also be great postpartum, so really is just an all around winner and it's only $36!! I sized up one to a medium but think I probably could have gotten ... Read more...
Powder Cannon Gender Reveal
I decided that for this baby we would do a gender reveal. We didn't do one with Mason because Justin and I were both at my obgyn appointment for the ultrasound and so we were able to get the news at the same time. Also, we didn't have a 4 year old, like we do now, who had his idea of what we're having. I really wanted to get him excited for his new sibling and thought that doing a powder cannon gender reveal would be fun for him! We didn't have a big party to do the reveal, because COVID, but also because I wanted it to be about Mason ... Read more...
Valentine’s Day Home Decor Inspiration
Ever since taking down our Christmas home decor I've been feeling like our living room needs a little refresh. We recently purchased some new living room decor that really brightens up the space and gives our home more personality. But, I'm missing all the extra that the holidays bring so this year I think I'm going to add some Valentine's Day home decor. This most certainly will be a first but I think it will be a fun tradition to start. Mason loves when our house is all decorated so I'm sure he will love a little extra hearts and ... Read more...
Differences Between First and Second Pregnancies
I'm 16 week pregnant today and figured it's about time I write up a first trimester post. I thought I would share the differences between first and second pregnancies because I was surprised at just how different mine have been. You've probably heard the phrase, "No two pregnancies are the same," but that's not just person to person but pregnancy to pregnancy. With Mason I was nauseous during my first trimester but mainly when I drove. I don't recall the nausea lasting ALL DAY. There are a number of differences I want to point out, so ... Read more...
