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I’ll be adding different guides throughout the next week so check back frequently. If you’re shopping for someone particularly challenging, send me a message & I’ll Sourdough Book 5.Puzzle & Glue Set 6. Window Bird Feeder 8.

The Bradley Method” which is essentially just a method of looking at pregnancy with less fear & more confidence, preparing your body & mind for the experience & connecting with your birth partner to create a bond of trust, clear communication, & similar goals. Really this book is for your birth partner to read, but I read it as well, & my husband & I took the 12 week “Bradley Method” classes during my first pregnancy {check here to find class offerings in your area}. : I personally find the Montessori Method very similar to the RIE, but this book gets even more specific with tools, toys & even furnishings to stimulate a child’s natural curiosity & foster independence. The first time, the center was attached to a hospital {very reassuring for first time moms} & this time around I plan to deliver in a stand-alone birth center.

Not only am I trying to keep my body healthy to protect myself during the pandemic & continue growing my sweet babe, I’m also trying really hard to keep my mind clear & calm. Benefits of a humidifier include: better skin, ease irritation from a dry nose or throat, (your skin will be more hydrated as well as your nose & throat as the humidifier adds moisture to the air.), relief from sinus conditions or headaches, & there have also been a few studies that suggest sleeping with a humidifier For the Lip Sleeping Mask, I do apply that each night & while it feels really nice & hydrating & smells so so good, I do think there are other options I’ve My favorite is the “Confident Pregnancy” hypnosis for falling asleep, but sometimes I’ll use it while I take a long soak in lavender scented epsom salts & listen to some of the labor meditations.

I feel as though we fall into one of two categories in regards to the annual Nordstrom Sale: If you’re unfamiliar with the sale, it’s basically Nordstrom’s fall inventory marked down. So it’s a great time to buy your sweaters and boots before you need them. If you go to Nordstrom’s website you can get a sneak peek at everything that’s going to be in the sale and even add things to your wish list so when the sale opens, you can just pop everything into your cart and check out!