Archive | May, 2011

I Just Want My Child to Be Healthy

by on May 31, 2011 in missions & ministry

“I just want my child to be healthy,” is a most frequent prayer request among the mothers and families we have visited with here in the Philippines. With 24,000 babies under the age of 5 dying each year around the world from common childhood diseases, most of which are preventable in our day and age…this is [...]

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Achy Bones & Beautiful Faces

by on May 30, 2011 in missions & ministry

My body aches from lack of sleep in relation to jet lag, swollen pregnant feet from the heat and frequent standing, and my physical body is screaming at me, “what were you thinking traveling overseas at 30 weeks pregnant? Didn’t you realize you wouldn’t have as much energy with your 3rd pregnancy as you had [...]

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Off to the Philippines!

by on May 28, 2011 in news & giveaways

My husband and I depart this morning for the Philippines to participate in the Compassion Bloggers team. I am thrilled to see and hear all that God has in store for us! I will be blogging daily here this next week (May 29-June 3) about all our adventures, so stay tuned! I would appreciate your [...]

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Favorite Reads on Motherhood

by on May 27, 2011 in bellies & babies

I wanted to finish out our series this month on motherhood by sharing a few of my favorite resources on the topic. These are excellent books to help inspire you further! Mission of Motherhood: Touching Your Child’s Heart for Eternity by Sally Clarkson – my all time favorite book on motherhood drawing our hearts to [...]

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Little Souls Entrusted to Our Care

by on May 25, 2011 in bellies & babies

“God designed motherhood to be a deeply meaningful role. We mothers have the opportunity to influence eternity by building a spiritual legacy in the lives of our children. Through our teaching and influence, morality can be learned and modeled, love and kindness are taught and received, purpose and vision are ignited and passed on.“ – [...]

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Motherhood: My Only Gems

by on May 24, 2011 in bellies & babies

“She came tonight as I sat alone, the girl I used to be… And she gazed at me with her earnest eye and questioned reproachfully; Have you forgotten the many plans and hopes that I had for you? The career, the splendid fame, and all the wonderful things to do? Where is the mansion of [...]

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How to Make a Flannel Swaddling Blanket

by on May 23, 2011 in bellies & babies, frugal & simple

Written by contributing writer, Trina Holden. Swaddling has been the secret to many babies sleeping well, but most blankets are too small once the baby grows past the infant stage. This blanket is made from a 45in. square of cloth – a generous size for swaddling, draping a car seat, or even a play blanket [...]

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Paula’s Bread Giveaway

by on May 21, 2011 in news & giveaways

It’s time to give mommy a treat! Who doesn’t want some new kitchen tools? Paula’s Bread is a wonderful Christian family run business based out of Oklahoma offering a wide selection of kitchen tools (from Bosch mixers, grain grinders, to stainless steel baking and cookware items). Paula, at Paula’s Bread, shares: It has been my [...]

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The Value of A Labor Doula

by on May 20, 2011 in bellies & babies

Looking back over the births of my two precious little ones, I have treasured the presence of my doula, Amber. She was the perfect comforting support person that facilitated a peaceful atmosphere during my labor. She provided that reassuring presence with her knowledge and expertise in the birthing process. Her service to me has been [...]

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Embracing the Pain & Letting Go of Fear in Childbirth

by on May 18, 2011 in bellies & babies

In this day and age, childbearing is often considered a thing to be feared. There is this overarching anxiety that we won’t be able to manage the pain of it all. We fear the baby being too large, or too small. We fear losing control. My desire here is to stop this train of thought [...]

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