Courtney Schweiger
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We were not planning on moving, but here we are, and this house needs our magic touch to take it from “house” to “home.”We are going room by room, but also working on major projects and will look at fine details down the road. We have a baby on the way, and there are definitely “priorities” that take precedence over the smaller things!Speaking of small– the bathroom right off of the master bedroom is pretty small itself. Keeping it simple and high in contrast really helped to outline the space and create a depth perception so the walls didn’t feel like they were closing in on us!This post contains affiliate links. sold the old bathroom vanity and light for $150, so in the end we paid $320 plus some additional supplies that are being used throughout the home as we continue the remodeling process!
Breaking things down and having smaller short term to do lists helped me stay focused and get more accomplished which is obviously very important as a mother when you have limited time at your disposal!Your game plan also needs to include the things that you will ask for help with. but I knew I had to be flexible and remember that she was confused and a little overwhelmed at times too!A trick that I learned was to give her a pile of things that didn’t actually need to be packed right away and a box. We honestly did not feel like we needed to much help with Raylan during the packing and moving process. Starting the packing process early on and creating a game plan ahead of time helped me to stay on top of things in allowed me to rest when I needed it, take breaks when my little one needed me, and take the added stress of rushing through the process off of my shoulders.
Today was HARD. I felt like a zombie. Raelynn needed so much from me but I felt like I had so little to give. I decided to take a nap, and as soon as I laid my head down, Raelynn woke up from hers and put that idea to rest real quick— pun intended. Motherhood got the best of me today, but thank God for his goodness and His grace. I could wallow in the “I am the worst mom,” thoughts, but every time I went there, I realized my daughter was crying out for me, looking past mama’s “bad day,” and instead seeing my best qualities. Isn’t that amazing? The way our children view us? That moments after a mistake, they are quick to forgive and eager to cuddle? If that isn’t one of the best representations of God’s love for us, I don’t know what is. Even on the days when motherhood feels like it’s swallowing me whole, I am so grateful for that very same role that reminds me of who God called me to be. Instead of allowing myself to conjure up the worst version of myself in my head, I am leaning in to who the Lord says I am, and hanging onto the person my daughter sees me to be. Even when you’re tired, even when you’re weary, even when you act out of frustration over love, YOU are loved. You are a good mom. “Yet the Lord longs to be gracious to you; therefore he will rise up to show you compassion....” Isaiah 30:18
Note to Self: YOU’RE A GOOD MOM. (Ad) Refueling, and refocusing this morning with @premierprotein and my new devo, and boy did I need both. “You’re a good mom.” This is something I have had to repeat to myself over and over again lately. I have had to remind myself that, even when Raelynn is going through transitions and challenges, that I am still a good mom. Even when I feel like I’m not as peaceful or patient with her, I am still a good mom. I have to ask myself, “What is a good mom?”, and more importantly, “Who’s standards am I living up to?” “Because of the Lord’s great love we are not consumed, for his compassions never fail. They are new every morning; great is your faithfulness.” Lamentations 3:22-23 CAN I GET AN AMEN? As I read this over and over again, I am reminded that just as quickly as Raelynn forgets my mistakes and cuddles up to me for a warm hug, the Lord has new morning mercies and SO MUCH GRACE for me along the way. If you’re feeling like you’ve been failing— off routine, off balance, less patient, less productive- understand that we have all had a hard year. We all have different standards and expectations to live up to at work, at home, and even with family and friends, but at the end of the day, living up to the Lord’s standards, and accepting the grace He has for us, is more important than all the rest. #thegoodmommovement #premierself
FAITH OR FEAR? Which one are you choosing to put first today? Just like God is unseen and there are so many unknowns, tomorrow holds the same. We don’t know what it will look like. We don’t know exactly what will happen. So why do we choose to put more emphasis on the latter? If both bring some unknown, and lots of unseen, why can’t our emphasis be FAITH over FEAR? God’s word tells us time and time again that he knows the plans he has for us. So we can sit here and think up 100 different scenarios that will never happen, or we can trust God with the one scenario that he has planned out for us already. Doesn’t that bring you so much more peace? Today I am challenging you to set aside your worry. Put aside your fear and your stress over tomorrow and let God handle it. I know so many of us are in a season of worry, and anxiety feels high. Guess what? THAT’S NORMAL with all the change and trials that 2020 has handed us. But what if we turned that anxiety into hope in the Lord and what he has for us the rest of this year and every year to come? “Now faith is confidence in what we hope for and assurance about what we do not see.” Hebrews 11:1 Outfit featuring a new favorite small shop: @katydidusa 🥰
When we found out we were expecting this time, we decided it would be best to transition Raelynn to the larger bedroom, and keep the small room as the nursery. While we know that Zeke won’t be in his crib immediately, we know that his presence will be a transition enough for Raelynn so we decided to start small changes now to prepare for the big change ahead. It was a dark grey and took away the feminine feel of the room, so I decided to do wood paneling on the bottom and wallpaper on the top.
When we found out we were expecting this time, we decided it would be best to transition Raelynn to the larger bedroom, and keep the small room as the nursery. I’m happy we started playing in there because when she found out it was her room, her reaction was pure joy and excitement!We kept the walls the same color and decided to change up only the accent wall. Thanks, baby led weaning!She knows which room is which, has started recognizing streets on the way home or to my mom’s house, and will follow 2 step directions (i.e. go get a book from your room and bring it to mommy.”).She’s in love with the outdoors. She will cook pretend food and bring it to me to eat, she plays with her baby (feeds, walks, and bathes her!), and loves sound effects when she’s
ad OH BABY, mama has a confession to make! I switched my prenatal (*gasp*), and I am IN LOVE. Ya'll-- when they say every baby is different, they sure do mean it. I tried so many options, and nothing was appeasing sweet baby boy, until I stumbled NEW One A Day® Prenatal Advanced Complete Multivitamin with Brain Support. My midwife gave me 2 sample packs and I was SOLD. For this child, I have prayed, and for this child, I will choose the very best multivitamins! I was so happy when I found out this new formula includes Folic Acid and has DHA, Iron, and Choline too. One A Day Prenatal is the #1 OB/GYN Recommended Prenatal Multivitamin Brand. It’s the most advanced prenatal multivitamin for brain and cognitive development among leading prenatal multivitamin brands with three brain-essential nutrients and are the only leading prenatal multivitamin with an excellent source of Choline to help support baby’s brain and cognitive development.* They’re also an excellent source of Folic Acid to help support baby’s brain and spinal cord development.* A win for this mama (and baby Zeke, too!). Speaking of winning, who's ready to win their very own VIRTUAL BABY SHOWER KIT? You'll get to try my favorite prenatal multivitamins, along with everything you need to host a virtual baby shower (and call those distant family members to join your virtual shower, too). $50 Amazon gift card, letter board, balloons, and a Zoom log in? Sign me up! Head to my stories to see how YOU can be one of F I V E (yes, 5!) winners. "For this child I prayed and the Lord has granted the desires of my heart." 1 Samuel 1:27 *This statement has not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.
WE DID IT! Raelynn’s new room revamp is COMPLETE 🙏🏻 • Head to stories to hear me talk about all the details and see a little work in progress. I am so excited that this is done and all we have to do is hang her room darkening curtains so that she can sleep peacefully here this weekend. • I talked previously about how we are doing one transition at a time and making sure they are each slow in nature as we prepare for two under two! I love soaking up the moments that each transition brings, even if it means a “last” and that our baby is no longer the babiest. • Do you get excited to watch your kids grow, but sad at the same time that they are getting so big so fast? Is there a happy medium? 😂
NAP TIME HUSTLE: Mamas, who's with me? As soon as Raelynn falls asleep, I have to remember to hydrate, snack, and then get all the little things done. (ad) Thanks to @waiakea Springs water for keeping me hydrated! For every liter of Waiākea you buy, they donate 1 week of clean water to those in need. How sweet is that? • What does your #naptimehustle look like? How do you manage to stay hyrdrated?
☀️ GOOD MORNING ☀️ SWIPE for the BEST morning kisses 🥰 • I want to come to you this morning as I know so many of you are in a season of waiting, hurt, anxiety, depression... you name it. I talked about hope yesterday and that can be hard to hold onto, but what’s even more promising is that the Lord tells us, “I will never fail you. I will never abandon you.” • Whether you are struggling in the waiting, have lost a job or finances are tight, you’re feeling lost or alone...whatever the circumstances, the Lord is there. He knows what’s ahead for you. He will never abandon you. • What’s ONE thing that you’re excited about today? Tell me ONE good thing that’s happened this month! I want to celebrate the good, even when times feel hard. • “So we can say with confidence, “The Lord is my helper, so I will have no fear. What can mere people do to me?”” Hebrews 13:6 • Encouraged by this message? Satan’s lies can be loud but God is louder. If you feel compelled, tag a friend who needs to hear this or share this message to your stories. Lets share the GOOD NEWS with others 🥰
DO YOU SOMETIMES LOSE HOPE? • At the beginning of the year when I had to clear my calendar, had a few hard days being stuck inside, and couldn’t get away from news article after news article of negativity, I felt the hope slipping away— but even when our hope in earthly things starts to fail, our hope in Jesus doesn’t have to. • “For I know the plans I have for you,” says the Lord. “They are plans for good and not for disaster, to give you a future and a hope.” Jeremiah 29:11 • I read this and thought of all of the people who were struggling through more than just being stuck inside during a pandemic (ad). I love that Headbands of Hope helps to bring hope to children who are fighting some of the hardest fights with cancer. For every headband sold, the owner, Jess, provides a headband to a child with cancer. I love her heart, and am obsessed with her headbands too. • READY TO WIN? Head to my stories to see how YOU can win a headband for yourself, and to hear a little more on why I love Jess and her brand!
HOW ARE YOU SPENDING YOUR TIME? ⏰ • I have been challenged in many ways lately to really look at how my time is spent and where my “few minutes” here and there are going, and how they add up. • From shortening my morning routine to putting a cap on my “screen time,” I have been shifting my schedule to create more time for my husband, my daughter, my home, and most importantly, the Lord! Check out my stories to hear more about where my heart is on this subject this morning— and join me for some accountability! • I’ve shortened my morning routine by using only a few simply products to get me going ➡️ SWIPE to see my favorites— all linked on the blog. Use code THESIMPLEMOM for 15% off all TULA products #embraceyourskin #tulapartner
SMALL SHOP SHARE 😍 which top is your favorite? Mine might just be GRACE because this mama needs all of it 🙌🏻 • When Janerra (@shopsweetsoul) reached out, I was so excited to support her. Her family has been in the apparel business for over 15 years, mostly doing private labels for top retailers (how cool?)! • I love Janerra’s focus on family, and how intentional she has been in her business. Be sure to check out the softest organic cotton tees, and head to my stories to see how I chose to style them. #iamsweetsoul
💪🏻Current favorite workout program? I’m sitting here in my @fabletics gear deciding which program to start next 😂 #fableticspartner • I asked you ladies for specific suggestions for what I am looking for in a workout but I’d love to hear what you’re enjoying! • Ever since I found out we were expecting and morning sickness kicked in, I haven’t had the desire to do workouts like I used to. Instead, I love stretching and walking like CRAZY— sometimes we go for 2 walks a day! It’s time for me to focus on some more flexibility and strength before aiming for a VBAC— I’m leaving your top suggestions on stories so be sure to check those out. 🥰