darlingkelsey's Profile

I have done all of these at some point! My favorite was when he would take a bath (morning, noon or night... we kind of just wing it) and afterward he would play with his bath toys in the bathroom and I would take a shower. This way he had no desire to try to climb into the tub and could continue his little games/ playtime with his special toys.

Mom and boy were clean and happy!

Ring Glasses from Crate & Barrel for sure! I don't stack ours but they certainly don't take up a great deal of space on the shelf. They look so much better than the nicest plastic and I still feel like a grown up when I use them. We have been using them since 2 1/2 and have yet for one to break despite being dropped on hardwood floors... repeatedly. We use the smallest ones, ninety-five cents a pop!

Natural wooden teethers will get use and be easy for the parents to store as an heirloom gift. They have so many choices like cameras, animals, states, etc... You could find one or two that speak to the familiy's interest.

Start your search on etsy!

Still wondering about braille or sign language alphabet signs?

I particularly enjoy how the birds are not overwhelming but there. I love birds... we have been wanting to do a 'flight' theme (birds, airplanes, terradactyls, etc...) but don't want to seem so 'trendy'. I think this room looks vintage, cool, modern and cozy.

Congratulations on a beautiful baby and well-done room!

Pattern, routine, habit... Whatever you call it I think it is necessary not only for the adults' sanity but as well for the child's world. Imagine how you would react if your boss changed your schedule everyday or even said the day would go one way and ended up going a different way, every day?! I have met parents who treat their children this way and wonder why their kids are all over the place. I agree that things don't have to be planned down to the minute, but day to day consistency and routines not only help the adults but add a sense of security for the children as well.

Thank you for all the great ideas! We actually had to party a couple weeks ago and it was a great chili buffet with fall-like fare and cider. We had the onesies in a separate room which people could do at their leisure. It was very casual and easy-going, much like the expectant parents. I will keep these idea in mind for the future though!