San Antonio Wedding

Last weekend we flew to San Antonio to join in the celebration of my brother-in-law's wedding.  The wedding wasn't until Monday the 20th, but Chris arrived on Thursday to help out and I arrived just before the rehearsal dinner on Saturday, where I met the bride for the first time. We were so glad we could be a part of it and spend some time with my husband's family.

I played the lazy card for much of the weekend, spending time playing with my nieces and catching up with my sisters-in-law who were overseas. Everyone was home for the wedding which was really special. It was probably the most relaxing a family wedding could be for me . . . when my sisters were getting married there was not a moment to sit down much less take a nap!

 

It was an outdoor wedding at a vineyard/restaurant and the weather was just perfect. A little breezy but warm and once the sun started to go down it was really beautiful. The reception and dance were inside a nearby tent; the tables beautifully decorated with linens and wild flowers.

I wasn't really a part of the wedding so I just snapped photos the whole time, which is really my favorite thing to do. Above is Chris and his brother Brad before the ceremony. I had to make sure we got one of the brothers!

And the siblings! They were debating what to do for their "silly" picture for the photographer. Love the collaboration! 

Baby B had to make an appearance too! 

There was plenty of time before the ceremony to take some snapshots of Chris with his family, above is him with our niece Amelia and below is her younger sister Samantha.

And Grandma!

When the wedding got underway, I found myself near the front which gave opportunity for some nice shots of the groom while he waited for his lovely bride. 

Congratulations Mr. and Mrs. Babiak!

The cake was absolutely delicious and I mention that because Chris's sister made it!! She did a fantastic job - especially considering the Texas heat!

The dance was a lot of fun too. I didn't get to see much of the dance floor since my groomsman-husband was detained with wedding duties, but I did enjoy seeing the bride and groom enjoy themselves!

It was a beautiful weekend and a wonderful time with family. It was fun to welcome another sister-in-law to the family (I'm not the only one anymore!) and we even share the same name! Yes, that's right, there are now two Emily (she spells it Emilee) Babiaks!  Hopefully this won't cause too much confusion at the next family function!

Last weekend we flew to San Antonio to join in the celebration of my brother-in-law's wedding.  The wedding wasn't until Monday the 20th, but Chris arrived on Thursday to help out and I arrived just before the rehearsal dinner on Saturday, where I met the bride for the first time. We were so glad we could be a part of it and spend some time with my husband's family.

I played the lazy card for much of the weekend, spending time playing with my nieces and catching up with my sisters-in-law who were overseas. Everyone was home for the wedding which was really special. It was probably the most relaxing a family wedding could be for me . . . when my sisters were getting married there was not a moment to sit down much less take a nap!

 

It was an outdoor wedding at a vineyard/restaurant and the weather was just perfect. A little breezy but warm and once the sun started to go down it was really beautiful. The reception and dance were inside a nearby tent; the tables beautifully decorated with linens and wild flowers.

I wasn't really a part of the wedding so I just snapped photos the whole time, which is really my favorite thing to do. Above is Chris and his brother Brad before the ceremony. I had to make sure we got one of the brothers!

And the siblings! They were debating what to do for their "silly" picture for the photographer. Love the collaboration! 

Baby B had to make an appearance too! 

There was plenty of time before the ceremony to take some snapshots of Chris with his family, above is him with our niece Amelia and below is her younger sister Samantha.

And Grandma!

When the wedding got underway, I found myself near the front which gave opportunity for some nice shots of the groom while he waited for his lovely bride. 

Congratulations Mr. and Mrs. Babiak!

The cake was absolutely delicious and I mention that because Chris's sister made it!! She did a fantastic job - especially considering the Texas heat!

The dance was a lot of fun too. I didn't get to see much of the dance floor since my groomsman-husband was detained with wedding duties, but I did enjoy seeing the bride and groom enjoy themselves!

It was a beautiful weekend and a wonderful time with family. It was fun to welcome another sister-in-law to the family (I'm not the only one anymore!) and we even share the same name! Yes, that's right, there are now two Emily (she spells it Emilee) Babiaks!  Hopefully this won't cause too much confusion at the next family function!

Baby B: 21 Weeks

How far along: 21 weeks

How big is the baby: about 11 ounces and 7 inches long (according to those lovely Internet statistics)

Sleep: After adding a few more pillows, I'm sleeping a little better than I had been. I'm still trying to figure out if a maternity pillow is really necessary . . .

Best moment of the week: Going to our ultrasound appointment and getting see Baby! So glad Chris was able to come too.

Worst thing: my nose has started bleeding quite regularly... not sure if that's really pregnancy related though.

Symptoms: Feeling more normal these days, or maybe I'm just getting used to everything. Very little nausea, some fatigue and a growing belly.

Movement: I feel the baby move several times a day now and there is no mistaking it! Feels like butterflies and sometimes like someone's trying to tickle me.

What I miss: Staying in bed all night long (not needing bathroom breaks)

Food Cravings: Chocolate milk

Food Aversions: not much at the moment!

Maternity Clothes: I've had to use the hair-elastic trick to expand the size of my jeans. The button just doesn't quite fit in the whole anymore. Also, I wore leggings for the first time last week which was pretty comfortable and may I add quite fashionable (at least I thought so).

Things People Say: I hear people make comments almost daily about how I've just started to "pop out" and show more. More people reach for the belly now and ask if I'm feeling okay. An older man from our church said "Getting bigger, that's good!" this morning...

Exercise: Riding a stationary bike three times a week and walking a mile or two every day, cut back on my core exercises as they cause some tension in my gut. Really want to get back to yoga and pilates again. Stairs and hills wind me.
 
Last Appointment: 20 week ultrasound on May 23 -- I think everything is okay although the baby was very shy and made it hard for the technician to see what needed to be seen. No pretty profile photo for me as his/her hand was covering most of the face and was facing the wrong direction.

Next Appointment: check-up with midwife on May 30

How far along: 21 weeks

How big is the baby: about 11 ounces and 7 inches long (according to those lovely Internet statistics)

Sleep: After adding a few more pillows, I'm sleeping a little better than I had been. I'm still trying to figure out if a maternity pillow is really necessary . . .

Best moment of the week: Going to our ultrasound appointment and getting see Baby! So glad Chris was able to come too.

Worst thing: my nose has started bleeding quite regularly... not sure if that's really pregnancy related though.

Symptoms: Feeling more normal these days, or maybe I'm just getting used to everything. Very little nausea, some fatigue and a growing belly.

Movement: I feel the baby move several times a day now and there is no mistaking it! Feels like butterflies and sometimes like someone's trying to tickle me.

What I miss: Staying in bed all night long (not needing bathroom breaks)

Food Cravings: Chocolate milk

Food Aversions: not much at the moment!

Maternity Clothes: I've had to use the hair-elastic trick to expand the size of my jeans. The button just doesn't quite fit in the whole anymore. Also, I wore leggings for the first time last week which was pretty comfortable and may I add quite fashionable (at least I thought so).

Things People Say: I hear people make comments almost daily about how I've just started to "pop out" and show more. More people reach for the belly now and ask if I'm feeling okay. An older man from our church said "Getting bigger, that's good!" this morning...

Exercise: Riding a stationary bike three times a week and walking a mile or two every day, cut back on my core exercises as they cause some tension in my gut. Really want to get back to yoga and pilates again. Stairs and hills wind me.
 
Last Appointment: 20 week ultrasound on May 23 -- I think everything is okay although the baby was very shy and made it hard for the technician to see what needed to be seen. No pretty profile photo for me as his/her hand was covering most of the face and was facing the wrong direction.

Next Appointment: check-up with midwife on May 30

Diaper Ideas: Help!

So, this post is more of a cry for help. And specifically directed toward moms of small children.

As I dream and plan about our future with our child I have found myself knee deep in information about diapers. I imagine months and years of being up to my knees in actual diapers but right now, I have to decide what kind of diapers those will be! And I need your help. Desperately.

I have a few questions for those of you who have tried cloth diapering, please leave your answers in the comment section below, or email me if you're not into that.

1. What brands and types of cloth diapers have you tried? 
2. Which ones worked? 
3. Which ones did you hate?
4. Any advice for me as to where to even start? 
5. Do you think I'm insane for doing this while in an apartment with shared laundry?

I've been thinking about doing this as affordable as possible and then I see all the cute all-in-ones and want those too, but they are much more expensive. And then I think of more questions!

Do the one-size diaper really fit the baby from newborn to toddler? Should I get different sizes? How long do they really last . . . would they make it through more than one child?

Seriously, any tips or suggestions you can give will be helpful. I am at a loss.
Thanks ~ NewbieMom

So, this post is more of a cry for help. And specifically directed toward moms of small children.

As I dream and plan about our future with our child I have found myself knee deep in information about diapers. I imagine months and years of being up to my knees in actual diapers but right now, I have to decide what kind of diapers those will be! And I need your help. Desperately.

I have a few questions for those of you who have tried cloth diapering, please leave your answers in the comment section below, or email me if you're not into that.

1. What brands and types of cloth diapers have you tried? 
2. Which ones worked? 
3. Which ones did you hate?
4. Any advice for me as to where to even start? 
5. Do you think I'm insane for doing this while in an apartment with shared laundry?

I've been thinking about doing this as affordable as possible and then I see all the cute all-in-ones and want those too, but they are much more expensive. And then I think of more questions!

Do the one-size diaper really fit the baby from newborn to toddler? Should I get different sizes? How long do they really last . . . would they make it through more than one child?

Seriously, any tips or suggestions you can give will be helpful. I am at a loss.
Thanks ~ NewbieMom