Be Back In A Few Weeks!

I have to apologize for my absence on the blog lately. I have been swallowed whole by school and nesting for our newest member of the tribe. I have been absent minded from everything lately and I just realized I have not done a post since last week's WW photo.

I have decided to take a few weeks off while I wrap up my 2 major assignments for my summer courses, they are both due next week. Additionally, I have several tests and such that I just need to read and be completely focused on. I knew school would be a bit challenging for the summer because they are condensed courses, but man, I have been totally stressed about it.

I am nesting big time! I have my hubby home on Tuesdays and Sundays only, he works all the rest of the week. I can only do so much on my own, being nine months pregnant. We almost have everything in place and ready for our baby girl.

I understand this may hurt my numbers by taking a few weeks off, but I need to this time to prepare for the big changes about to happen in our family. I need this time to wrap all of these assignments and tests for school, prepare for our new little member and just to breath in between, while still taking care of  three little ones and a home and a husband. You know the feeling, when you feel its all becoming overwhelming. Well, I have to choose, choose to put my efforts in the most important aspects of my life. I hope you understand, its only for a few weeks.

Hopefully, my next post be my birth story. I plan on posting about my journey of cloth diapering, nursing, and living naturally. As Tigger says "Tah-tah for now." See you in a few weeks:)

I do still have the June Social Connection Blog Hop, feel free to stop by and link up all of your social media. This hop renews every month. 

WW~ 35 Weeks Along

Welcome to Wordless Wednesday! Another week of awesome pictures and awesome bloggers!

 

Why I Chose To Cloth Diaper

There are so many reasons to chose to cloth diaper and reasons not to. I was unable to cloth diaper my boys because I knew when my baby was old enough, I would be right back at work. Thank goodness I worked in the preschool. Cloth diapers were so far out of reach for my family then. Now, I'm at home. I have decided to explore the wonderful world of going cloth. 

 

 

As a person who loves learning, I actually enjoy learning new subjects, I love exploring the different types and care methods of cloth diapers.  There are so many different types and many different methods that can be used.  I will say that the internet and You Tube are great resources for learning any subject. I have learned so much already and I have yet to place a diaper on my baby.  But I will say this, I have much room to grow.  Below I share the reasons why I chose to cloth diaper. 

Reasons I want to cloth diaper:

1. Obviously, they are Eco friendly. By cloth diapering, I am saving thousands of disposable diapers from going the land fills. 
2. Cloth diapers are more cost effective than disposables. I could theoretically buy all the cloth diapers I need for $200- $300 versus thousands over a two year span. Although, I have read how easy it is to get out of control and spend a couple hundred more than necessary, because they are so darn cute!
3. Cloth diapered children potty train more easily and sometimes on their own. The cloth on their skin feels more like underwear already whereas disposables pull the moisture away from the skin. For a child to go from cloth to cloth is much easier for a toddler to understand and comprehend. 
4. The chemicals that are used on disposables is not only toxic but can lead to skin conditions and irritations. I know I do not want those chemicals on my baby or in the land.  I could buy the earth friendly diapers, which are a great alternative, though that could become more costly very quickly. 
5. I'm already washing laundry on a daily basis, to add a small load of diapers is nothing really. It's not going to raise my water bill or add to the electricity, especially when sun drying. 
6. The cuteness factor. Right now I'm just starting out, so I'm buying used and not really caught up in the patterns and colors just yet. But when I can afford to buy the cuteness, I will certainly love to buy the beautiful patterns.
7. Resale-ability. Cloth diapers hold their value as long as you take care of them. Sun dried and used appropriately, you can get at least half if not more of your money back. So you not only save money over the couple of years of diapering, you actually get a return. Now you don't get that with disposables.

Cloth diapering may not be for everyone and no one can judge a person one way or another about their choice. I am super excited to be able cloth diaper our little girl and look forward to learning all about the wonderful world of cloth!

 

Wordless Wednesday~ All Kinds Of Silliness

Welcome to Wordless Wednesday!

 This week's WW is full of silliness.  I love when the boys get a hold of the camera and just start shooting.  You never know what you're going to get. 



 

 

While you're here, check out my latest giveaway:)

Sprout Toddler Snacks Review & Giveaway

I am so excited to help share and promote Sprout's new toddler line of snacks, which include Fruit & Veggie Crispy Chews and Fruit Yogurt Bites.  I support companies that keep it real with honest organic ingredients in addition to providing healthy and nutritious foods.  I have always enjoyed Sprout for their baby food but love that they now have snacks and meals for toddlers and young children.