Babies are really big fans of consistent every day routine. It is amazing how they pick up on just the slightest change to their day. One thing babies look forward to after eating, and play time is NAP TIME. When babies are ready for sleepy time, they show very obvious signs of fatigue. Our little… Continue reading Baby nap time and crib safety
Month: May 2019
Reusing infant formula tubs
For a whole year, on a weekly routine we purchased a tub of infant formula! After emptying each tub of formula with such baby lightening eating speed, we were left with stack able, sturdy containers that took up a three tier storage shelf in our garage. (Guilty Disclaimer: I could not part with these tubs… Continue reading Reusing infant formula tubs
Surviving Baby’s First Strep Throat
Sometime after Lah-Lah turned the “BIG NUMERO UNO” she fell ill with strep throat. I was not too sure what was going on with her - but we became increasingly worried because she had a fever for two days; slow to eat and drink but when she did, vomiting followed, and notably, excessively pulled at… Continue reading Surviving Baby’s First Strep Throat
Preparing for baby’s homecoming
This particular post is to share some of the things we did to prepare for baby’s homecoming. Please enjoy this post and take away what might be useful or helpful in preparing for baby’s much anticipated happy homecoming :o) Pre-cook meals for at least a week after bringing baby home As you get closer to… Continue reading Preparing for baby’s homecoming
Counter Top Space Ideas
Our kitchen counter top space is hardly enough for food preparation or to dry wet dishes. Currently, our dishwasher is broke and awaiting for technician repair. Having an absolute need to create more counter top space, I combined 2 Cooling Racks 16x10 and with wire ties. It is versatile, I have used it to: dry… Continue reading Counter Top Space Ideas
½ Time Grocery Shopping
A grocery shopping method, I have personally came up with is what I like to refer to as ½ time grocery shopping! This method is still creating one grocery list based on grocery store aisles (see previous post Grocery Shopping Efficiency), but this time, ripping the grocery list in ½! On my half of the… Continue reading ½ Time Grocery Shopping
Grocery Shopping Efficiency
If I am not using grocery curbside or home delivery service, my choice of grocery store is Aldi, it’s a small enough grocery store to navigate through with groceries reasonably priced that won’t break the bank! Seriously! Create a grocery list that flows with Aldi (or your favorite grocery store, i.e. HEB, Walmart, Krogers, Trader… Continue reading Grocery Shopping Efficiency
Minimizing chaos during my day
An ordinary day with my toddler is an unpredictable messy adventure. The house is in disarray, toys, and dirty laundry scattered on the floor and really everywhere. Kitchen counter tops are masked with dirty bottles, dishes, and containers large or small. It was an overwhelming feeling of defeat, not being able to maintain homely order.… Continue reading Minimizing chaos during my day
YouTube Channel, Coffee with Isla
While I have an active WordPress blog, Coffee with Isla, I also have a crafting YouTube Channel, Coffee with Isla. So far, I only have a few videos posted, but more is on its way! My husband and I are learning together, how to make videos, getting comfortable with video editing software and how to… Continue reading YouTube Channel, Coffee with Isla
So, you’re thinking about moving out?!
(Disclaimer: I have a legal young adult of my own, who presented me the idea of leaving the family nest). She is a responsible young lady with a good head over her shoulders, she is attending college, has a drivers license and a vehicle. As a blogger, I was inspired to write a post on… Continue reading So, you’re thinking about moving out?!
Coffee with Isla 