How to Plan a Basement Renovation & How We Designed Ours When it came to starting our basement renovation Adam and I pretty much already knew what we wanted. Basically, a comfy entertainment area for not only us to enjoy but our friends and family too. The renovation was also a way for us to maximize the space in our house with a new baby. So what were our requirements for our dream basement? Keep reading to find out! Basement Bar Area We…
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Want to know how to make your own DIY lactation cookies? Keep on reading! Over the past week, I’ve been really craving chocolate chip cookies so I thought since I’m breastfeeding I might as well make lactation cookies to help boost and keep my milk supply up. When creating lactation cookies there are a few ingredients that you want to make sure you’re including. These specific items help to boost your milk supply and are overall good for your health. All three of…
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Winter Boots for Icy, Cold Weather Finding good quality boots for the winter can be tough. I know this first hand. Last year I remember wearing my little black ankle boots which looked nice but living in Canada we are known to having a lot of ice throughout the colder months. As mentioned these boots looked nice but I was constantly sliding everywhere and almost falling multiple times. With a new baby here, I knew I had to be a little more practical…
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Check out these tips on how to create a charcuterie board for your next party. What Goes on a Charcuterie Board The best thing about a charcuterie board is that pretty much anything can go on one. Cheeses, fruits, vegetables, jams, meats, everything. I like to call it a pretty version of ‘junk on a plate’. Which is pretty much all your favourite things in one spot. How to Assemble a Charcuterie Board Prepare the food – wash and cut and fruits and…
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Invite EVERYONE One of the main reasons Adam and I decided to throw a Pregger Kegger for our friends instead of a traditional shower is that our friends are a combination of men and women. There was no way I was going to get our guy friends to sit down and have a tea party lunch nor did I want that type of shower. I wanted an event where everyone could get together, relax and have a good time. It was also the…
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Looking for a DIY pregnant Halloween costume idea? Then keep on reading! Halloween is right around the corner and if you’re pregnant like me you’re most likely looking for an easy and affordable Halloween costume idea. Being pregnant and 8 months pregnant that is, I definitely did not want to spend a lot of time or money on a costume. I did the hard work for you and put together a quick video of the 12 best Halloween costumes for when you’re pregnant.…
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How to Create a DIY Baby Mobile That Spins When looking to add a baby mobile to the nursery I kept coming across ones that were way over $50. As I don’t know if my baby will even like having a mobile I didn’t want to spend a lot of money on it. Plus, adding some DIY touches to the room felt nice. Using felt I purchased from the dollar store/craft store (2 sheets for a $1) and little rose decals made this…
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When I first got pregnant finding clothes to fit wasn’t an issue. The first 3 months are a breeze (unless you got morning sickness) but clothes-wise, everything you already own, still fits. Then fast forward a few months. Your jeans won’t button up, your favourite tops won’t go over your bump or your dresses will go over your bump but it’s leaving them way to short to even wear in public. I’ve experienced all 3 of these! As I was mostly pregnant during…
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Especially when travelling, it can be hard to get that perfect blog photo. However, over the years I have discovered a few tricks that help me to take my own blog photos without having to bother someone else. We all have that ‘instant husband’ but I honestly, don’t like to bug him if I don’t have to. I’ve rounded up my 3 favourite ways to take my own photos, especially when on vacation. Tips for Taking Your Own Blog Photos 1. Use a…
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