3 months to go before this baby is here and the only thing I have done in “preparation” is purchase a $10, two-for-one onesie/bib set from Marshalls! My mom’s friend is giving us a TON of clothing hand-me-downs and I am SO grateful!
Our shower is at the end of April. The only thing I have done with that is tell everyone to save the date!
My priorities?
1. Make him something
A blanket, a mobile, some booties…
This is a basket of yarn and a project I started last winter in Seattle.
2. Write him a letter
Let him know he was made in Paris, France and that he waved at us in the 3D video sonogram.
3. Decide on a name
We only have one but the certainty of it makes us uncertain. Yeah, I know.
I’m focusing on the fun things instead of the to-do’s so I keep it more exciting and less overwhelming. Oh I DID start a list of to-gets based on some fantastic bloggers’ advice via Pinterest!
When something seems overwhelming, are you a planner/preparer, a distractor, a reacter…or something else?
Bethany C says
Oh I was very much a planner. But I’m sure you’ll go into nesting mode as it gets closer!! I was overwhelmed at first by ALL THE THINGS to buy and do, but as long as you have the big things like a crib and a carseat, the other stuff can come slowly. It may take you time anyway to figure out what kinds of things you like and feel comfortable with!
Christina Warren says
Good to know! Thanks for the reassurance! I have just started researching car seats! On my way to cribs next! 🙂 There is a LOT but I really just want to start with the basics and do a big Target run (or send the huz) after we know what we really need! 🙂
Nicole B. says
I remember how diligent I was about things needed before our little guy arrived. Man I hope for baby #2 we don’t need a single thing, because the baby gear you receive is amazing! Love reading about this little baby!
Nicole B.
Christina Warren says
Thank you, Nicole! With all the stuff that you “need,” I hope it’s enough for many babies to come as well! 😉 I’m looking on Craigslist for things like strollers b/c they’re so expensive! I’m going to ask a mom-friend to shop/register for the other things soon! 🙂
Niina, It seems pretty obvious says
I love the idea of writing a letter 🙂 and it sounds like you have a good plan! Focus on the good/fun thing! Everything will sort itself out when it’s time! I get really stressed and freaked out, then I make a list and feel better haha 🙂 it’s always a good strategy!
Christina Warren says
Thanks, Niina! I have like 50 lists now but nothing done with them. LOL Their existence gives me peace! 🙂
Christina Warren says
Thank you, Jessica! Deciding on a baby name is so serious…I’m going to have to loosen up or I’ll never decide on one! 😉
BlushandBarbells says
Yay for baby! What a lucky little guy he is to have you for his momma.
Christina Warren says
Thank you, Wendy! That is very kind! 🙂
Rowena @ rolala loves says
The letter sounds like such a sweet idea! I would want to focus on the fun things too. I’m usually a planner but I have a terrible procrastinator side as well.
Rowena @ rolala loves
Christina Warren says
Sometimes I just LOVE the pressure!!
Becca Dorr says
I can’t imagine picking a name for someone. Such a big responsibility!
Christina Warren says
It is really a big deal! Lots of pressure!!!
withluckblog says
I like that the “make him something” is at the top of the list. I feel like when you’re super busy living the mom life you’ll really appreciate that you took the time out to do that. But then again that’s coming from a non-mom…. but it sounds like it makes sense to me!
Christina Warren says
Hey, I’m new to this too! Second-time moms probably do smarter things! LOL. I’m going to have fun with it! 🙂 Thanks!!
Julie Enns says
I’m so bad when I get overwhelmed I definitely procrastinate and take myself out of the overwhelming situation. Slowly ease myself back into it with “baby steps” as Bill Murray would say. haha. Home made blankets are the best though, growing up we had many from grandparents or my mother and I just remember how comforting they were because they were so “home-y”.
Christina Warren says
YES! Baby steps!!! Totally. There’s nothing I love more than homemade things! I really want him to have something I worked on! Maybe I’ll go slow and try to finish it up while I’m in labor for distraction….NOT! 🙂
jackie jade says
I’m usually an overplanner but i’m being pretty lazy with my wedding planning. so I wonder how i’ll be when it’s baby time?
Christina Warren says
I’m often an over planner too but this is so different! I feel like I’ll know what to do once he’s here but until then…I’ll crochet! 🙂 Note to self: buy some diapers too.