Harland was born in the middle of October, just before the end of summer warmth was exchanged for a welcomed cool autumn breeze. We had just moved to our small town in British Columbia that June and this girl was NOT prepared for mountain town walking. I remember being so sore walking around town, it … Continue reading Harland’s Birth Story (4th birth)
There was a time, not long ago, when I would have considered myself in the thick of motherhood. That’s not to say that my days right now aren’t full of chaos and bottomless coffees. The “thick of it” are sleepless nights of co-sleeping your baby and coercing your toddler to go back to sleep after … Continue reading What I would tell a mom in the thick of it (from a mom of four)
I’m not lying when I say, my first dinner party was a disaster. I’m not saying it has gotten much better since then either. Just a few months ago, we had friends over for a late night dinner after the kids went to bed and I forgot to buy napkins! What did I do? Well, … Continue reading My First Dinner Party was a DISASTER
PAW PATROL Our kids were huge into Paw Patrol one year so we dressed up as the Paw Patrol family! The kids were Chase, Everest and Skye. Nana was Mayor Goodway holding Chickaletta (yes that's our dog in a chicken costume), Dad (Nick) was Mayor Humdinger and held our pet cat as his "kittie" and … Continue reading Family Halloween Costumes everyone will love!
I wasn’t going to write this, in fact I still feel loads of imposter syndrome because I have another 50 pounds to lose. But today friends acknowledged my weight loss and really encouraged me. It’s so amazing to have friends that see the good and the hard work you’ve been doing and cheer you on … Continue reading How I lost the first 50 pounds as a busy Mama of 4
We've been giving our kids more responsibilities lately like putting their own clean clothes away. I made these labels to help them sort their clothes in the right spots. You can save these labels and try it out with your kiddos, too! Hot tip: Don't worry about them folding it! As long as it's organized … Continue reading Kids Clothing Labels
Want to make horse themed details for your child's upcoming birthday? I've got you covered! Colouring Station: Banner: Goody Bags: Each bag had a stamped "yee haw" with a saying. "Y'all come back now, ya hear?" "Thanks for a rootin' tootin' good time!" "Happy trails and happy snacking, partner!" I also stamped polka dot and … Continue reading Horse ‘Cowgirl’ Birthday Party- Decor Details & Free Printables
Our three kids Paxton (7), Larkin (6) and Oaklin (almost 5) wanted to have one shared bedroom. We're currently in a 3 bedroom home so when our kids asked if they could share a room we decided it would work out really well to transition Harland (18 months) out of the master bedroom and into … Continue reading The big kids shared bedroom
Is there anything cuter than a toddler with a diaper tush?! I can't get over how much he's changed lately. A post bath tickle time on my bed made for a good photo opportunity to document this stage of life with my boy. Let this inspire you to do the same with your little! Mamas, … Continue reading Harland 19 months
These photos were so fun to capture of Paxton's half birthday... for us that is! Take a look at the order from the beginning to the sweet and sugary end.
Josephine Adams | Nestled In Motherhood 