I keep telling myself I can fit blogging in at least every other week. Unfortunately that's just not realistic with a 4-month-old. And can you even believe it? My sweet girl is 4 months old!
Harper's become quite vocal lately. She makes new sounds every day, but there's one particular sing-songy sound she makes all the time. It's really cute, but it's also the same tone over, and over, and over, and over. And over. Here are a couple of videos that illustrate my point.
and without narration from me, just to drive the point home:
She's also laughing a lot more. We'll pretty much do anything to make her laugh - it's so dang cute! My apologies for the sideways video!
This time last year, we were just announcing the joyous news that we were pregnant. Now, this sweet child touches my face while I'm feeding her and smiles when we greet her at her crib each morning. She is an undeserved gift - I get choked up just writing about it!
I'm also very proud to say I made it to 4 months pumping exclusively, and I'm still going! My ultimate goal is 6 months, but making it to 5 would be amazing. I'm able to get between 10-15 ounces of milk during my first pump of the day alone, so I'm still providing more than enough for Harper. It's getting harder to do since she's becoming more active, so I'm not sure how feasible it will be for much longer. I'm going to go as long as I can, though!
Blog Giveaway
Baking has become more challenging to fit in, and it's not so healthy to have around the house either. I'm really enjoying a new hobby - Headbands! I'm also still looking for ways to bring in a little extra income, so that's where you come in. Check out some of my designs and give me your thoughts.
-Would you buy something like this for yourself, your daughter, a baby shower, etc?
-Would you pay $8-15 for one, depending on the complexity of the design?
Be honest! Leave me a comment with your thoughts and email address, and you could win the headband of your choice below! The winner will chosen randomly and will be announced next Sunday, February 19th.
Don't have a baby in the house? I can make a headband that fits a newborn, infant, toddler, child, or adult!
Again, thanks in advance for your honesty! I'm perfectly content making Harper a headband to go with every outfit!
See you next week for a winner post, as well as some deeper thoughts I have on some of the struggles of new motherhood.
woah. i totally inspired you by giving harper headbands for christmas! jk. love them.
ReplyDeleteI'll take one of each please! And I'd gladly pay hundreds of dollars!!
ReplyDeleteFrom your unprejudiced and unbiased mom.
Love your Mom's comment...
ReplyDeleteI really like these and would definitely buy them for that price. I especially like the thicker band on the first one. And the flowers that use three different colors. Would love to see some toddler/child ones! Have you considered making bows? My 3-year-old daughter tends to take off headbands. Anyway, great work...you are so creative! angelazumwalt@gmail.com
I love your headbands! If baby #2 is a girl, I will be looking for tons of headbands because there is no way I'm talented enough (or patient enough) to make my own!
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I adore these!
ReplyDeleteYou're so talented!
These headbands are work every penny of what you suggested. PRECIOUS! I recommend using ETSY if you weren't planning on it already. Also, if I post 100 comments will you enter my name 100 times???? Haha. My girls need a matching set!! :D
ReplyDeleteJuussst in case my second post will give me another entry haha! LOVE your headbands!! I personally prefer the thinner elastic bands over the fatter one. Oh, and Harper is gorgeous. That is all. :)
ReplyDeleteOops, I meant they are WORTH every penny.. and don't worry about entering me 3 times! ... Unless you want to...
ReplyDeleteI promise to stop commenting now. !
Love them Rachel!! I don't know how you have time :) $8-$15 is reasonable but you should check out etsy.com to price compare. Love the videos too!
ReplyDeleteThese are awesome Rachel! I don't have any girls in the house, but I would definitely wear one if you made them in mommy size! Having a craft/hobby that you love and makes you happy is the best! And learning how to become a little entrepreneur is so much fun (and addicting!) Check out www.etsy.com if you're interested in selling. I have a shop on there called Pop Heart Press where I sell educational art, paper goods and teaching tools that I design during the twins' naptime.
ReplyDeleteRachel, Your headbands are Awesome! You have certainly got some good talent in making them! A friend of mine has her own business selling bows/headbands and your prices are right on par with what she sells hers for. She goes to a lot of the local craft shows and it has really increased her business. Her etsy business is awesome too. And if you are ever in need of any more models, let me know! My girls would always be willing to help you out. ;-)
ReplyDeleteMy favorite one is the third picture with the three pink roses! Since I'm your mother, could you enter my name 10 times? (Just kidding!)
ReplyDeleteThese are awesome! I'm so glad you've found something crafty. I would definitely start yourself an Etsy shop. It doesn't matter if folks are doing this on there or not...yours might be exactly what someone's looking for. Maybe we could do craft shows together too!!!!!! - Christi
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