10 Days in Portugal with our 10 Month Old

10 Days in Portugal with our 10 Month Old

We made a goal to take an international trip with Asher before he turned ONE. At 10 months old we took Ash on a 10 day trip to Portugal, and it was an absolute blast. Read about our full 10 days in Portugal, and catch some little golden nuggets about traveling with an infant!

A year in Family Photo Shoots

A year in Family Photo Shoots

Within a 12-month span we hired four separate photographers to capture important moments in our life. In February, 2021 we found out we were pregnant after years of trying to start a family. That set off the search for my first photographer, Jasmine at New Wave Photography. I wanted someone who could capture our joy [...]

Most Used Baby Products: Months 6-9

Most Used Baby Products: Months 6-9

The third in the four-part series: I have decided to do a post for each 3 month growth period until Asher turns 1 year old (in October, 2022)! Babies go through so many changes in this first year, and with that the products that we used most continued to change! Hopefully this helps you navigate [...]

Most Used Baby Products: Months 3-6

Most Used Baby Products: Months 3-6

Time is a thief. It is hard to believe our peanut is 7 months old already - but any caregiver knows just how long the nights and how short the years are. As everyone predicted, I am missing the middle of the night snuggles and daytime contact naps, but we are all enjoying the extra [...]

Most Used Baby Products: Months 0-3

Most Used Baby Products: Months 0-3

Are you expecting or know someone that is? I am breaking down my most used baby products from months 0-3 to help ease the stress of navigating the overwhelming baby product market! Have a product that you or your baby loved that isn't on here? Share it in the comments to help the mommas out there!

Carissa’s Top Pregnancy Purchases

Carissa’s Top Pregnancy Purchases

Hey Everyone! I'm going to keep this short and sweet - because us momma's / soon-to-be momma's don't have time to read through a bunch of nonsense. I am 38 weeks pregnant (woohoo) and getting closer to meeting this baby boy! Yes we think we have a name and no I am not sharing it [...]

Travel to Jamaica In Winter … Jamaica, Vermont, That Is!

Travel to Jamaica In Winter … Jamaica, Vermont, That Is!

Family trip to Jamaica, Vermont -- skiing, tubing, snowmobiling, and pet-friendly accommodations! Read about our stay at the Green Mountain Modern House and our visit to Stratton Mountain.

IVF – Let’s Make Some Embabies – Our Infertility Journey: Part Two

IVF – Let’s Make Some Embabies – Our Infertility Journey: Part Two

Trigger Warning: This post shares details surrounding our IVF journey. The purpose of this post is to share the details of our unique infertility journey and experience with the IVF process. We are deeply transparent here, so please be kind. We are also happy to answer any questions you may have - so feel free to reach out.

“So, When Are You Guys Having Kids?” – Our Infertility Journey: Part One

“So, When Are You Guys Having Kids?” – Our Infertility Journey: Part One

Trigger Warning: This post shares our infertility journey, including IUI attempts and our decision to pursue IVF. While every single infertility journey is different, we write to share our unique experience with you all. We share this in hopes of increasing awareness around infertility issues that affect 1 in 8 couples in the United States. We are willing to answer questions - feel free to add them in the comments or reach out privately.

A Quintessential Cape Cod Cottage, Mashpee MA

A Quintessential Cape Cod Cottage, Mashpee MA

Whether you are visiting Cape Cod during the peak season or in the off season, this adorable cottage should be where you rest your head after a busy day of eating fresh seafood, surfing, hiking, and beaching. Read more about our stay in New Seabury, Mashpee and how you can book this perfect Cape Cod Cottage for your next trip!