Halloween Disney Style

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This year we decided to tackle Disneyland's Mickey's Halloween Party on a weekend. It was fun and I was glad we did it to say we did it, but I won't be back for a few years when the kids are old enough to really enjoy it. I was thankful I had people to help aka Grandma because Jay Jay is like five kids on his own. It was my first time being back since having them both. It was a tad bit overwhelming but I am glad to have made this memory for my babies. Im just thankful that we even can afford to go because Disneyland is not cheap! The parade, the churros, the cotton candy, and of course the costumes made the night. Also, I absolutely loved seeing all the villains. Its definitely something to experience at least once.

Notice the common denominator in these photos..... grandma!! SO SO thankful because I was getting stressed out lol

Lastly the fam photo! Lots of fun having all of my mom's grandkids together!! <3

Til next time Disney Halloween ✌🏾️ 

Jord


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Fabulous Friday: My Fav Photos of the Week

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This weekend I got to take my babe with me as I add a new craft to my resume Ma Yoga. I got to spend the weekend with some amazing women. Its amazing because the training is not only for certified yoga instructors, but mamas and pregnant women too! …

This weekend I got to take my babe with me as I add a new craft to my resume Ma Yoga. I got to spend the weekend with some amazing women. Its amazing because the training is not only for certified yoga instructors, but mamas and pregnant women too! I learned so much and can't wait to take prenatal yoga training in two weeks! If your interested, check out it out by clicking here -> Join me! Im excited to start teaching my mamas and preggos!

 

 

Jay Jay Loved being able to talk to Uncle Keith! This boy says Keith at least once a day and every football player is KEITH.

Jay Jay Loved being able to talk to Uncle Keith! This boy says Keith at least once a day and every football player is KEITH.

Jett is growing so fast. I had a bitter sweet moment during this bed time. As I laid there watching him sleep. He is so big already. He will soon grow up to be a big boy and go on his own journeys. As much as I want to see him grow into his own, Im …

Jett is growing so fast. I had a bitter sweet moment during this bed time. As I laid there watching him sleep. He is so big already. He will soon grow up to be a big boy and go on his own journeys. As much as I want to see him grow into his own, Im sad for him to not be this little guy very long.

My little boy isn't so little anymore! This was our first attempt at potty training. Lets just say we had a wet floor :). 

My little boy isn't so little anymore! This was our first attempt at potty training. Lets just say we had a wet floor :).

 

Laughter + Family = Love &amp; Happiness.... This is a rare but special moment! Its been awhile since seeing my big sisters and then my cousins were over too, it brought so much happiness to my grandma. 

Laughter + Family = Love & Happiness.... This is a rare but special moment! Its been awhile since seeing my big sisters and then my cousins were over too, it brought so much happiness to my grandma.

 

Saved the best for last! My two sweet boys. My everything. I got a preview of Jetts Newborn shoot and let me just say, I can not wait to get them back! They are amazing! Check out the preview by Adele..

Saved the best for last! My two sweet boys. My everything. I got a preview of Jetts Newborn shoot and let me just say, I can not wait to get them back! They are amazing! Check out the preview by Adele..

Mommy Must Have: Baby Carrier

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I remember with my first son when trying to pick it was so difficult to decide! There are so many different baby carriers to decide from I didn't know where to begin. Not to mention all of the safety concerns with carriers. I've seen carriers from 29.99 to 100+. So what makes a carrier more expensive ? Does that mean its better than the cheaper one? I don't necessarilly think that is true. I think its all on the mother and baby's preferences. I think the safety concerns come into play if you are not using the carrier properly. I have three brands of carriers, because I do believe a mama can never have too many carriers! I have the Boba Wrap ,  an Ergo 360 & Original Ergo, and I recently bought a Neobulle Ring Sling. Which I love each one of them for different reasons.

Boba Wrap

 I was intimidated by this wrap initially because it seemed so difficult to use. Once I got it down I instantly fell in love! I personally loved this wrap while traveling when Jay Jay was younger! It is light weight but very supportive. I loved the fact that it was flexible and allowed him to be tight and snug to my chest. He loved it as well, he always fell asleep in it. I loved using it during colder months too because it is so snuggly!

ERGO 360 & Original ERGO

I love my ergo! I don't think I could do without it! From Infancy to toddler stage it works wonders. I always did front carrying but it can go on your back as well, which is good while cooking dinner! It provides a lot of support so I love wearing it while working out! We have done multiple hikes using the ergo. Its light weight and provides better airflow than a wrap or sling, in my opinion, so I prefer to use this while working out or doing activities that are hotter. I recently purchased the 360 to be able to use the forward facing feature. I also love the support that it provides for when your baby turns into a toddler. It is easy to put on and dads love it too! If I had to choose one I would go for the Ergo! You can also purchase an insert for your teeny infant :D

Neobulle Ring Sling 

This is my newest addition to my collection. So far so good! Its snuggly and super easy to put on! Its comparable to the wrap in the sense that its flexible and keeps the baby really close and warm. The main difference is that the ring sling is way easier to put on. Once you have it set up you don't need to take it out of the ring to put on, take off, and wash. I love the different options in terms of the look as well. Im not too sure how I will feel about it when Jett gets bigger and closer to one but we shall see! I have many friends who use the slings and love them even into toddler years!

Why Should you baby wear?

 First I would point out that babies like to be held. Which means no hands for mommy! When you have a carrier it really helps you free your hands. It also really helps with the weight of the baby, which can get heavy as they grow. With two kids the carriers work wonders in being able to comfort my newborn while being able to entertain my toddler!

According to Dr Sears, In the article Benefits of baby wearing for your baby, he provides 5 reasons why baby wearing is beneficial. These are all based on his studies and studies of others quoted in the article.

  1. Sling babies cry less
    • After studying carried and non carried infants, those infants who received the set time of being carried cried less than the noncarried group.
  2. Sling babies learn more
    • instead of crying they are learning
    • when the baby is in a state of quiet alertness it allows the mother, or carrier a better opportunity to interact.
  3. Sling babies are more organized
    • The sling helps the baby organize their systems outside of the womb
    • "In order for a baby’s emotional, intellectual, and physiological systems to function optimally, the continued presence of the mother, the most important benefits of babywearing, is a necessary regulatory influence."
  4. The "humanizing" benefits of baby wearing
    • the baby is more in tune with the carriers rhythm 
    • "Proximity increases interaction, and baby can constantly be learning how to be human."
  5. Sling babies are smarter
    • "The benefits of babywearing are that it helps the infant’s developing brain make the right connections. Because baby is intimately involved in the mother and father’s world, she is exposed to, and participates in, the environmental stimuli that mother selects and is protected from those stimuli that bombard or overload her developing nervous system."

hope this information helps you make the decision on which carrier to buy! I definitely would say the baby carrier is a MUST have! Plus who doesn't like to snuggle with their baby!

Happy Friday,

Jord