Breast Pumping isn’t easy! It’s time consuming, frustrating but in the end you know it’s the next best to breastfeeding. Although, fed is best!

I am 6 months postpartum,

Mentally: I am in a very good place. I 100% believe being on the verge of postpartum depression was because of the weather. It effects me a lot & being cooped inside didn't help. Once I started getting out & meeting with other moms for coffee etc my mental health went from me thinking "how am I going to get out of this.." to no depression, no anxiety. However, 5 months postpartum I had a terrible bout of health anxiety for about 2.5 weeks.

My nursing journey started off strong but ended around 2 months, I have another blog post here, if you want to check it out! Please note that I am creating this blog post as a paid ambassador with Philips Avent & PTPA. All opinions are my own & I only work with companies I genuinely love or have used prior to being contacted. 

I have been using the Philips Avent DigitalVideo Baby Monitor for watching over Lucas while he sleeps in his crib ever since he was 5 weeks old. Please note that I am creating this blog post as a paid ambassador with Philips Avent & PTPA

I am 4 months postpartum, I now weigh 147 lbs . I was 191 lbs at the end of my pregnancy. I began at 160 lbs. I do not exercise besides walking as of yet because I just haven't had the motivation. However, I do have a delicious diet full of veggies & fruit which I am sure has helped! I am Vegan for those of you unaware. I snack like it is nobody's business too!

The flu season is here and with full force and using the Braun Thermometer to monitor my baby’s temperature is crucial. The Braun ThermoScan5 has an ExacTemp guidance system that gives me confidence in the device. Having a thermometer that is reliable and accurate is key. It's fast, gentle and easy to use.

One of the biggest questions that I get asked recently, is about my Lucas’s sleep habits. It’s a parent’s great debate. What type of method did you use while they were a baby? how long should you co-sleep? what do you do if your child doesn’t sleep anymore? There are so many different opinions to all of our sleeping questions. But, one thing I know for sure is that every kid is different. My mom group says so.

Decluttering? reorganizing? Becoming a millennial minimalist? This is the perfect post for you. Reduce, Reuse, Recycle, Sell!

I first heard about the Peapod Mats from Erin Ireland who I follow on Instagram months before I was even pregnant. I thought it was the coolest idea because I know the hospitals have the pink & blue mats they have on each bed for accidents etc. When I became pregnant I immediately remembered Peapod Mats & reached out to the company.

I firmly believe that if we only started talking about saving for the holidays in November, it would already be too late. Why? Because one of the easiest ways to save on holiday gifts is to start early. If you are living paycheck-to-paycheck or are on a tight budget, preparing for holiday shopping & getting it done in advance can ensure your finances aren't completely thrown off course in December.

Being a first time mum I want everything to be pristine, organized to perfection & easily accessible. That would be considered a miracle right?! Unrealistic expectations of motherhood. I can try my best though! I have partnered with TWELVElittle to show you what is inside the First Time Mum's diaper bag and to show you this beautiful unisex bag that is honestly, perfect for that dads out there! So they don't feel a little off carrying a diaper bag that looks like a purse.

My mum was the kind of mother that everyone wanted. She was immense fun and our house was filled with laughter, kids, animals (gerbils, cats, fish). She never asked people to take their shoes off and always treated each of our friends as her own. As the youngest of out of my brother & I, there was always plenty of our friends around

Time is one of those entities you will never get back. As I work in a busy office assisting 4 lawyers & soon to be on maternity leave taking care of my little babe & still running my social media platforms & of course my blog.. Time is of the essence for me! I’m assisting lawyers 8 hours a day, running a home, and growing my own brand/social media.

Nothing beets a good smoothie ;) See what I did there! I first tried a beet smoothie from Jugo Juice & didn't want to spend $12 on a smoothie every day so I make mine at home just the same way Jugo Juice would.

Incredibly Easy Double Chocolate Chip Muffins! Vegan & easy for family gatherings, for your kids to bring to school, mother & babe meet ups you name it! Easy & quick baking time.

Do you like Reese Pieces Cups? You’re going to love these! Vegan cups even more! Delicious chocolate dessert with a little peanut butter in the middle, what more could you ask for? Switch it up & add Coconut!

3 easy vegan meal ideas for you! We love cooking at home & utilizing our cook books. Not only does it save us money but we also get to be proud of what we create that you could have gotten in a restaurant but at home for cheaper!

Alright, I know mine don't quite look like croissants & more like scones but I did use Pillsbury Croissant rolls I'm just crap at rolling them! I wanted to make something delicious & something that would be quick. I think these will definitely be getting made again around Christmas. Especially with having an infant then it will be super easy peasy to quickly wrap & pop them in. 

Cashew Cheese Cake, bueberry & lemon layered. I feel like a real baker now! Recipe is right here!
This is the first cashew cream cheese cake I have ever made too!

Airy, light vegan chocolate mousse. If you like rich desserts this is for you.

I’ve loved to cook ever since I was little, but let's be real.. I never really LEARNED how to cook! Asa young adult, I go through seasons of creatively experimenting with cooking, and seasons of cooking. I've really adopted the love for baking & cooking for my mother in law Julie. Prior to seeing her creations I wasn't very interested in it!

OSEA embodies the core elements of wellness: Ocean. Sun. Earth. Atmosphere. My mother, Jenefer Palmer, founded OSEA 20 years ago with the intention of creating a natural skincare line free of toxic, synthetic ingredients. OSEA delivers proven results without causing harm to our health or the health of our environment

If you're a girlie girl or even like nail polish I think you will be super impressed with Wrenn Polish. I have been using Wrenn Polish for about two years now as I got a few different shades in 2015. It's also all I wore during my pregnancy! I felt more comfortable knowing what was in the nail polish.

As the cool weather rolls in and my skin changes once again now that I am post pregnancy, I have had to really focus on the the dryness! I normally have combination skin but it has been more dry than normal. I have been using the brightening serum religiously because I saw a significant change in my pigmentation from previous acne scaring.

I was lucky to receive Shiseido products complimentary for reviewing purports & here is my in-depth review.

If you would like to know the process & how Kimiko Foster decided on every ingredient, down the packaging, just watch the video I have linked below! Kimiko has such a soft presence. Sustainable skin care from local Victoria BC.