Buttercup's Playlist Volume 2

Hand-Me-Downs for Buttercup

My parents have been cleaning out their basement. Mom stumbled upon some of my clothes from when I was a baby. Needless to say, Buttercup will be frolicking around in her mommy's vintage clothes.

Baby Gear Hunt Begins...

I went out shopping around with mom for baby gear this week. It's quite overwelming but a lot of fun. We are debating on two different cribs. We are concerning ourselves mostly with the crib purchase as of now. I think that once that's purchased and on it's way, we can focus our attention on car seats, strollers, etc. There's soooo much out there.

It's between these two:

Pali Novara Crib

The name itself is so fitting. Although we spell our name Navarro. It's pretty darn close. This one is the higher end one. But we saw it in person and I got to really see how it feels. It is a beautiful crib.

Babyletto- Modo Crib

This is one we've been eyeballing for awhile. We're just really apprehensive about buying one that we can't see in person. But a close friend of mine has this one in brown. If she recommends it, then we will most likely go with this one. It is, afterall, like half the price.

So, we'll see. It's getting down to crunch time. She'll be here before we know it! Can't wait!

Buttercup Essentials... Clothing

Ever since we found out we're having a girl, I've been on a rampage of online wish-listing. Here's just a few things I came across...

www.etsy.com

ink and ivy studio

http://www.etsy.com

Ninis Handmades

http://www.etsy.com

Daffodillies

www.americanapparel.net

www.americanapparel.net

www.ittikid.com

www.ittikid.com

www.modernlola.com

www.shooshoos.com

www.zutano.com

www.hipandlittle.com

www.babywit.com

www.babywit.com

Playlist for Buttercup

My close friend, Lana, sent me an ever so appropriate gift. It's a Lullabelly. You strap it around your belly. With it's attached speakers inside, it plays soft music to the baby. And since I'm a music whore, this is perfect.

So, I spent a good hour making playlists for the little Buttercup. Here is the playlist for the week.

Yes, it is in alphabetical order. Why not? She'll have her first lesson in the alphabet!

Now, keep in mind, I put only Buttercup music on my iPod. This is just one playlist. By the time she's born, she'll have a pretty eclectic musical ear! I'll make sure of it!

Just a bit preoccupied....

21 Weeks Pregnant with a baby girl!

I had a really rough first trimester. I spent most of it either sleeping or getting sick. All while working 6 days a week. I won't try to sugarcoat it, it was rough. I did a lot of research on blogs and talking to fellow mothers in my life. I seriously felt as though I was alone in how bad I had the morning sickness. I would get so upset when woman would tell me how they never felt anything and felt great the whole time. I felt so alone and so scared. I've been waiting for these moments for so long. I finally have these precious moments and all I can do is feel as if I were on my death bed. I was so worried that it would be the case for the entire pregnancy. It finally eased up mid-November. It started Labor Day weekend. Andres had to take me to the hospital because it got so bad that I couldn't keep anything down for 3 days, I fainted and had to get an I.V. for fluids. But I think I'm back on track. Although, those 2.5 months of feeling so low and sick and tired, made me feel as if I couldn't accomplish anything. Hence the lack of blog posts, and the pile up of laundry, and dirty house. (But alas, hubby is cleaning right now. Whew!)

What else has happened?

We bought a new car! No more Fatima the Rav 4. Now I'm cruising around in Reginald Sassifras (named by my bestie, Gretchen) the Honda Element. It's awesome. Our little family car.

Next week is my last week with the twins. I will officially no longer be a nanny! How many times have I said this? I used to always say after each nanny job I had, "The next child I will care for will be my own." And that never was the case. But this time, it is. I will be a mommy instead of a nanny. It's amazing to think about. It's so bittersweet. I will have 2 extra days off which I need so badly. But I am going to miss the girls so much. Yes, they are my nieces but... I cherish the 2 days we share together. I have watched them grow and I love our time together. I will be visiting quite often. It just won't be the same.

Oh yea and today is Christmas! Merry Christmas everyone! We had a great time with my family. We are so lucky to have such an amazing family. I love the Kiefer's. Unfortunately, Andres' family is out of town so we don't get to see them during the holidays. His retail schedule doesn't allow it.

It's crazy to think that next Christmas we will be playing Santa Claus!!!

WE'RE HAVING A BABY!