I love this kind of blog post. I always find it interesting to read what other moms have found helpful (or even essential!) with their kids. Of course, you have to evaluate for yourself what will work best for your own family, but my hope is that my sharing these products with you will be both useful and encouraging! There are great items out there that can make the postpartum season even more enjoyable and workable. First, a quick note on this postpartum experience with Soren. As you might … [Read more...]
DIY “Frozen” Themed Sensory Bottle
Sophie and I have really gotten into sensory activities lately! It all started when I picked the date to officially begin potty training. With the method we were using, I knew we'd have to stay home for potentially days on end, so I wanted to have fun new activities and projects to do with my daughter! Side note: I've heard other parents remark that potty training times can really help you reconnect and bond with your busy toddler all over again, and I can relate. I felt like Sophie and I … [Read more...]
Ham, White Cheddar, & Broccoli Quiche
Bjorn and I came up with this quiche recipe one day when he was home from school during a blizzard! I suppose another name for this could be "Snow Day Quiche," because now we've made it on two separate occasions when we've been cooped up inside due to the winter weather! :) We've had crepes before that involved ham, cheese, and broccoli, and it's such a winning combination. The flavors work beautifully together in a quiche as well! (And the white cheddar adds a lot!) This quiche makes a great … [Read more...]
Valentine’s Day Love Bug Footprint Craft
'Tis the season again! I have such fun doing little crafts like these with my kids for the holidays. I'm not generally a very crafty person, but a DIY handprint or footprint craft always seems feasible enough! I've found that if I'm intentional about the materials, the set up, and the clean up, then it's doable and fun! This year, Sophie and Soren and I made little "Love Bugs" valentines! These only required the kids getting paint on one foot, so it was workable and enjoyable for all of … [Read more...]
Soren’s 2 Month Update
Soren turned two months old on January 19! We can't believe how quickly time flies by! Soren's 2 Month Update Nicknames: Buddy, Little Man, Buddy Boy, Soren Oakenshield (haha), Guy, Buster, Baby Boy, "Baby Brudder" (that one is from Sophie) RELATED: Introducing Soren! (+ his birth story + his name) Size: Soren is over 10 lbs. by now (hooray!). We love seeing that he's growing because it's a great sign that he's healthy and that he's eating enough (and not spitting up way too … [Read more...]
Sophie’s Horse-Themed 2nd Birthday Party
Sophie has been obsessed with horses for a long time! By now, she has done at least 7 pony rides (on everything from miniature horses to horses way taller than me!). She's calm and confident around them, while still being careful. Bjorn told me he has already resigned himself to the fact that he will probably be buying Sophie a pony someday. :) This is all so fun for me because I loved horses as a young girl, too, but never really pursued riding or had close experiences with horses (until I took … [Read more...]
Introducing Soren! (+ his birth story + his name)
We have someone very special to introduce to you today! :) If you follow me on Instagram or on my blog's Facebook page, then you've already met him, but I'm especially excited about today's blog post because it covers even more than that! First things first: meet our baby boy, Soren Dietrich Olson! Soren was born on Tuesday, November 19, at 8:04 am, weighing 6 lbs. 9 oz. and measuring 20 1/4 inches long. He was born after a fast labor (and less than 30 minutes after we got to the … [Read more...]
Sophie’s 2 Year Update
Sophie turned 2 over a month ago - it's still so crazy to us that we have a 2-year-old now!! Where did our little baby go?! I've been keeping notes on my phone about what Sophie's been up to lately. It's so fun to have a snapshot of exactly what she's like at the moment! Without further adieu, here's her 2 year update! Sophie is a very talkative little lady! People always exclaim over how many words she knows - whether it's songs or just general chattiness. :) She has totally … [Read more...]
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