Calling all crunchy mommas!!

Tonight I'm going to touch on a subject that may be uncomfortable to some, but hey I'm not here to please anyone. Just to share my wealth of ever growing knowledge. 

 So tonights topic of discussion is BREAST FEEDING!

As some of you know, I am 100% Pro breastfeeding, and I encourage anyone I know to try it! Obviously I don't push people to breast feed, but I give them guidance and support should they want/need it. After almost 3 years total of breast feeding under my belt, I think I have deserved this role, and most family and friends who are looking to breastfeed their new littles, usually come to me. Which I absolutely love and feel honored! I have never judged or put someone down for their choice to formula feed. I actually applaud them, formula feeding takes more work then I care to do on a regular basis. Most of the reason I chose to nurse my babies was because I really hate cleaning bottles... and it gives me an excuse to just sit down and rest with my baby. But tonight I am finding myself in need of advice. My seven month old has just recently got SIX teeth... I know... and she got four of them all at once. Well since she has been able to have more table food, thats practically ALL she wants. My kid is a vulture. Like she practically attacks me if I bring in food... She has also started LOVING pacifiers.. which believe me helps so much sometimes, but at the same time I feel like she is rejecting me..most nights she doesn't even need me to fall asleep.. just her pacifier. It honestly breaks my heart.. i haven't had a good nursing session in like a week... My son nursed frequently until he was about a year and a half, then cut down and completely stopped when he was 22 months old. So my seven(almost eight) month old practically cutting down is just odd to me. Could it just be a phase? Or will she be done with me by 12 months? I mean I'm a firm believer in breastfeeding until both momma and baby are ready. I got so frustrated because I had quite a few friends and family members tell me after Dale turned like a 18 months I needed to stop nursing him. I was like umm no, it's between me and my son and my husband.. I just don't think I'm nearly ready with Grace.. but I don't know there is also a little relief in my mind, because every time I do nurse her she lets me know she has six teeth, and it hurts. 

I mean look at those chompers! OUCH!

Give me some feedback what you think. Also if you have ANY questions (even the nitty gritty) about breastfeeding, labor, cosleeping. Just let me know.

Work Work Work

So those of you who personally know me know I am an Apostolic Pentecostal Christian.

Want to know my doctrine?  Acts 2:38. Obviously I don't just practice ONE verse of the whole Bible. I do my best to practice the whole thing. And thats what to me being pentecostal is. Bible. It's the same today, and tomorrow, as it was yesterday.

 I believe in ONENESS. The Father, the Son, and the Holy Ghost are ONE. I believe in FULL submersion baptism, in JESUS's name.

 I do not believe in once saved always saved, you need to constantly keep your relationship with God to enter HIS kingdom.

I believe that having my uncut long hair, is a blessing to me, thats what the Bible says.1 Cor. 11:14-15

Outside of the comfort of my home, I wear skirts and dresses, and dress modestly. I have never been FORCED to wear skirts. It is my choice, I wear them because I want to please God.  Deut. 22:5

The only pieces of jewelry I wear are my engagement and wedding rings. 

Thats basically the jist. Obviously there is MUCH more, but those are some of the easier topics. All these are choices I have made, because of MY convictions from God. 

If you didn't know this about me, one of my goals in life is to become a Doula. I love babies, I love pregnancy and I would love to start sharing those memories and being there for women when they just need someone for them. I would also like to guide women through labor in the most natural ways possible, if thats what they choose. Mostly just be an advocate for women, while they are going through one of the most important days of their lives. Unfortunately there aren't any courses in my area and it costs a pretty penny to become a doula. So until I'm at the right point in my life, I will continue blogging and crocheting.

Recently I "liked" Dainty Jewells Apparel on Facebook (linked), if you haven't seen their stuff, you should. SUPER CUTE clothing! (And Modest for all my pentecostal friends out there!)

Well they put up a post right after I liked their page saying they were looking to hire a BLOGGER! So I said hey why not?! I submitted my email expressing my interest, I just hope they reply. I would LOVE to start expanding my readers, I know there are few and far between. Don't worry I love my handful of followers! So fingers crossed loves that I get this AMAZING opportunity to join their team!

Prayers are certainly welcomed!

I'm so happy I took the time to kind of explain my lifestyle and what I believe this time. If you have any questions don't hesitate, just shoot me a comment or email.

Have a blessed day!

Honestly I wanna see you be brave!

As you may have noticed most of my post titles are music related.. simple reason I love music!

Well today I am going to discuss DIAPERS!

I got my free trial of Honest Diapers for miss Grace, and honestly I love them! I've used them before, but I bought them off of someone. In my free trial I also got a bunch of cool little things.

Wipes, Laundry Detergent, Healing Balm, Body&Hair Wash, Lotion, and Hand Soap, plus 7 

adorable diapers. I only had to pay like $5.95 for shipping! 

They are ORGANIC, and SO CUTE! Plus they are very absorbent and last a good amount of time. Compared to LUVS (which is what I normally use) are just overall wonderful.

All of their products are Organic, or environmentally friendly. I just wish I could afford the monthly bundles. (Maybe when Dale jr finally decides to use the potty.)

In the meantime I will enjoy her little tushie lookin' cute! 

Hey see that blanket in the corner of the second picture? Yeah I made that!

It was my first baby blanket! I actually just finished it today. And I'm in love with it, I wish I made it big enough for me... but it's sparkly and soft and warm. everything I love in blankets.

 Oh and my daughter loves it.

 Back to diapers, now we all know I love Honest Diapers, but I'm also a contender for LUVS, for their price they are pretty good. And they don't give my babies rashes like Parents Choice does. I've wanted to try cloth diapering, but I don't actually have a washer or dryer. We do in our apartment complex but it costs $$ and I just couldn't wash all the diaper linings AND clothing.. not right now. Maybe baby #3.

I have a friend who swears by G diapers. Plus they are really cute. I'm a sucker for cute diapers.

Okay now I wanna to share something else I have been trying. 

Have you heard of Graze Boxes?

Well they are these boxes about the size of a kindle that have 4 different ORGANIC snacks in them. and the thing is they are a complete surprise. You can't chose what goes in but you do get to decide what you don't want. I so far am loving it. I look forward to getting my mail every 2 weeks. And it's only $6 every two weeks, or month whichever subscription you choose. If you want a code to get your 3rd and 5th box free "Holla at yo gurl" no? do the kids not say that anymore? oh..

Anywho this is what it looks like.

Yummy!

Dale jr and Grace took their first bath together today. Grace was terrified until big brother stepped in the tub. Then they splashed and played. And after they snuggled watching cartoons. 

I love how much he adores his little sister.

Whats your favorite brand of diapers?

All About Grace

I was reading through my older posts and realized.. I talked about my pregnancy but never announced my daughters birth!

Shame on me!

So here she is 

Grace Kimberly Sinnott!o my delivery

Born June 3rd, 2013 7lbs 15oz 21.5 inches @ 12:46pm. 

Quick labor story.

Went in May 29th to be induced due to labor complications and she didn't want to come out. So the night of June 2nd we went in for our second induction. I had steady contractions from about 8am-12pm and thats when things started getting intense, more contractions. Well my husband went out around 11am to go get my dad from his hotel room (about 15 minutes each way) since things weren't really progressing we thought we'd have a few hours. Nope my water had broken around 12:30 and Grace was ready.. right after my water broke and my husband had JUST walked through the door. She came so quickly my OBGYN didn't even make it to my delivery (he was finishing up a C-section). I know I know all those women who endure hard labor for 10+ hours are probably sharpening their pitch forks and ready to burn me at the stake. I promise there was no witch craft involved. I guess my wide-set hips come in handy for something.. but I didn't have an epidural it was au natural. I figured I practically did it with my son, I could do it again. I had some pain meds to help take the sting off the contractions like the last 30 minutes so I could get some sleep, since I hadn't slept all night. But thats it! SuperMom! Just kidding, I completely understand women who use epidurals and other forms of pain meds, it just didn't work for me the first time so I didn't even want to waste time. and now I know I'll survive with none of that stuff I probably will shoot for completely natural next time. Though for me not being induced is probably not advised.. because both kids were born like 20 minutes after my water broke... I'd hate to be in a grocery store and pop out a kid..

My advice.. nix the birthing plans. Be informed about decisions you might have to make. I had a friend who was 2 weeks behind me in her pregnancy and the ENTIRE time she preached about not using any medical intervention, let nature take its course, how she couldn't understand women who used epidurals and stuff, how this is what our bodies are made for. Her son was almost 2 weeks late and nothing was happening so they had to induce her well that didn't even work, she needed a c-section. But in the end she said it's what worked best for her, and now she has a happy healthy beautiful baby boy! So I want to assure all you mommas HOWEVER you choose your baby to come into this world it will be fine! As long as the baby comes out in the end, who cares how he/she gets here?! Just keep an open mind it will all be okay. 

My worst fear was "How will my son react to having a new baby?" Which I'm sure all 2nd time mommies face this question. My son was spoiled had mommy all to himself and loves attention. When Grace came home at first he was scared.. he didn't want to touch her. But if she started to cry he'd read to her, or sing "twinkle twinkle", which he still does, and it melted my heart. Now they are best friends! I don't know why I ever worried, he tends to get rough but she loves it. They absolutely adore each other. I honestly couldn't be more blessed.  So thats about all I have to share, except some ADORABLE pictures of my babies together.

Dale 1 Day old   Grace 3 hours old

They could be twins I think.

 Naptime snuggles

Singing "Twinkle twinkle"

"Wook mumma her stop cwyin"

Sweet kisses

 And this is the last picture.. isn't she just so sweet!

What was your labor/ or your spouses labor like?

New Day, New Year, New ME!

It has been so so long since I have blogged and I'm sorry!

But heres to update you since last I did.

Grace and Dale are doing  phenomenally! I don't mean to brag, but I do have some pretty great kids I mean look at these faces! 

I mean look at those faces, they need to be on a magazine or something right?

Like I couldn't have asked for a better set of chitlins my 3 year old LOVES Harry Potter ALMOST as much as his mommy (ain't no shame in my game.) And my 8 month old jams out to Ben Folds and Mayday Parade with me! 

(Speaking of which go buy "I told you so" By Dazy the girl on iTunes NOW!)

My latest endeavor has been the ever so popular crocheting!! And I actually sell the things I make! Heres a few of my more popular sleeves.

She's a natural.

Heres a little shameless self promotion but if you want something custom made go to facebook.com/GraciesGoodies2

Another thing I am tackling this year is weight loss. I actually haven't weighed myself yet so don't ask fools! BUT I have started going to PlanetFitness! Like once a week but every minute counts right? I have also cut the dastardly drink out... not alcohol because I don't actually drink that.. but pop! Soda, fizzy. What have you. Though I do love carbonation so I substitute it with SPARKLING water, not to be confused with its evil cousin SELTZER water. (Yuck!) But it's 0 sugars and 0 calories! I still have to take in more calories then the normal person due to breast feeding but I'm cutting back.

So with my weight loss journey I have started cooking more, and cut down on boxed things like mac n cheese. And by cook I mean throw stuff in my crock pot and go play with my babies. 

A few of my favorites are: (note I do not follow a recipe or measure anything.. ever..)

Not Yo Mommas Pot Roast:

 1 Roast that will fit your crock pot

2-3 Cans of precut carrots 

1 bag of some type of small potato (red, roaster potatoes)

1 packet of slow cooker savory pot roast seasoning.

Salt, pepper, Garlic powder, sometimes paprika for a kick.

Throw it all together.. like everything, even the juice from the carrots 

Set on low for 8 hours, or if you're impatient for a delicious meal like me 4-6 hours on high.

I think I shall wait until tomorrow to share more yummy recipes!!

g'night all!

What have you changed this new year?