Mom Life in the PNW

Pumpkin Pancakes Recipe

This is one of my husbands childhood favorite breakfast meals, so of course I have to make it for him every so often. But he probably likes the way his mom makes it better, I mean, doesn’t everything mom makes taste better? I do try though.

I love love love when it’s fall cause that means I can get away with pumpkin flavored everything. I’ve only met one crazy person who doesn’t like pumpkin, so if you’re not a pumpkin fan like that one crazy person I know, then you may want to stop reading now.

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pumpkin pancakes recipe

22 Weeks Pregnant Today!

Since I seen my friend Katie over at Being Dawson’s Mom doing these little tidbits every week, I decided I shall partake since I am preggers. Might be easier for me to update like this rather than not update at all cause I have no idea what to write out.

*I’ll try to update this with a belly pic tomorrow*

Ever since 17 weeks, I’ve been feeling our bundle of joy roll around and use my innards as a jungle gym. The sensation to me feels like I am on a roller coaster, which of course brings on a small bit of nausea. It’s a weird sensation but a good one cause you know they’re alive and well in there!

Then at 20 weeks I started feeling the kicks and jabs or at least that’s what I am thinking it is. It kind of feels like a bubble popping, nothing painful, but still weird since I’m new to all of this.

How far along? 22 weeks today! Baby girl is the size of a spaghetti squash.

Weight gain?  The last time I was weighed a week ago I was up 7lbs.

Belly button? In, I doubt I’ll have an outtie at any point in my pregnancy cause my belly button seems deep. lol

Wedding rings on or off? On, haven’t experienced the swelling yet, but I imagine that will kick in as I get further along.

Movement? Yep, she’s a wild one in there.

Maternity clothes? I’m able to wear a couple pairs of my normal jeans but the maternity ones I bought are much more comfortable since my belly is starting to bulge.

Symptoms? Feeling? I’m not as tired as I was before, not as nauseous either thankfully. Overall feeling better.

Mood? I haven’t really been moody. Not sure what all of the pregnancy mood swing hormones are all about that people talk about but I haven’t experienced it. I did cry a couple times at weird things and random times, but other than that, normal.

Missing? Having a drink now and then, sleeping comfortably. Even though I am not as big as I am going to get, it’s already uncomfortable sleeping. I have to toss and turn every half an hour because my body goes numb. And I am afraid to sleep on my back because I hear later on in pregnancy that can stop blood flow to the baby, so I am trying not to do that now.

Looking forward to? Meeting her, and hoping I have a comfortable yet easy labor and delivery. Haha who am I kidding…

Sleep?  I sleep but not soundly as explained above.

Exercise? No, although I should probably get a walk in every day.

Any cravings? Mostly sweets now but I had those before I was pregnant. LOL Haven’t had any weird cravings like pickles and ice cream.

Food aversions? Never really had any food aversions so far at least. Smells haven’t bothered me and taste hasn’t really bothered me, but sometimes nothing sounds good but of course I eat anyways. Toothpaste, however, makes me gag and that’s the only times I’ve thrown up so far.

8 Great Holiday Gift Ideas From Best Buy

8 Great Holiday Gift Ideas From Best Buy

The holidays are upon once again and that means checking your naughty or nice list twice! (I swear, each year it goes by faster and faster; must be my old age) If you haven’t quite figured out the perfect gift for that special someone in your life, look no further; I’ve put together 8 Great Holiday Gift Ideas From Best Buy to make it a little easier!

 

8 Great Holiday Gift Ideas From Best Buy

 

 

With Expert Service and Unbeatable Prices, these top gifts are on my list this Holiday and here’s why they should be on yours:

 

1.) Xbox One

 

Xbox One is the place for games. What is Xbox One?

Xbox One was built by gamers, for gamers. With the best exclusive titles (Halo, Sunset Overdrive), the biggest blockbusters (Assassin’s Creed and Call of Duty), the hottest sports franchises (Madden 15, FIFA 15, NBA 2K15) and top family titles (Fantasia: Music Evolved, Just Dance 15, Skylanders); Xbox One takes gaming to a whole new level.

In addition to being a great gaming console, Xbox one connects consumers unlike any other device.  Xbox One enables access to the latest TV shows and movies through your favorite apps.  With Xbox One, all of your media is at your fingertips when you want it.

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Ozeri 8″ Green Earth Frying Pan With Smooth Ceramic Non-Stick Coating

Ozeri 8″ Green Earth Frying Pan With Smooth Ceramic Non-Stick Coating

I’ve been in the market for a new pan set because the ones my husband and I currently have are worn, scratched and ineffective at cooking evenly. And don’t even get me started on the sticking! So that’s why I decided to browse Amazon where I came across the Ozeri Green Earth Frying Pan with a smooth ceramic and non-stick coating. I read some reviews and promptly ordered the 8″ to start since I didn’t know if it would live up to my expectations.

Once it arrived, I washed it out by hand with a little soap and hot water, dried it off, sprayed a little olive oil in it and put it to work making the thing that’s the worst at sticking, eggs! I can never make scrambled or an omelet style egg without it sticking to our current pans. They’re a royal pain in my rear!

ozeri green earth pan

But this pan was excellent. I was able to flip and scoop the egg out easily without them sticking, which gets an A+ in my book.  I’ve probably used it about 6 or so times now in the course of a week. My husband noticed and asked if I liked it? Of course I like it, no, I love it! I want to buy a 10 and 12″ now, which he’ll probably do just so I’ll enjoy cooking for him more. Nothing is worse than cooking a big meal then have to deal with the scraping of the pans.

 

Product Information:

  • Unlike other ceramic cookware brands, the Ozeri pan utilizes an ultra-safe ceramic coating inspired by nature which is 100% PTFE and PFOA free
  • Delivers unprecedented non-stick performance without releasing harmful fumes or toxins at high temperatures
  • Features a scratch-resistant 100 percent ceramic coating that is super easy to clean
  • Made out of durable heavy-gauge die-cast aluminum with no heavy metals or harmful chemicals
  • Boasts a comfortable heat-resistant Bakelight handle, and a magnetized induction stove safe base for rapid heat transfer

 

I haven’t used it over a long period of time obviously, so I am hoping it survives heavy use because it’s currently my favorite pan. So far so good though. I plan to just use wood and plastic utensils on it and a soft sponge; hopefully that will keep it in tip top shape because I need it to last!

We Found Out the Sex!

We Found Out the Sex!

Two weeks ago we made an appointment and found out the sex of our baby and hadn’t told anyone except our close family and friends. Yesterday I spilled the beans making it official on Facebook.

 

I should have known.

2 of my 3 sisters who have had kids have all had girls, so I was bound to have a girl as well it seems. lol

My husbands like well now we aren’t having a 2nd, cause I don’t want to be stuck with 2 girls. He’s such a shit ass! I know his mind will probably change once she is here. I am not sure if I’ll be able to handle a second anyways. I guess it all depends on how much I find the birthing process tolerable. ha.

I heard Raspberry Leaf Tea helps the contractions and to make labor go quickly. I just wished there was a way to make the contractions not painful without having to get medication for it.

EEK. decisions on a birthing plan. I don’t even really know where to begin…

Any tips for first-time moms?