Nesting is for REAL!

I have heard others speak of this thing called "nesting." There is something real and powerful about maternal instincts when it comes to preparing for their young. To be honest, the first 4 months of pregnancy I was content with having a corner in our room with diapers, crib, and such. I always thought it unnecessary and strange to dedicate a whole room to a baby and call it a nursery. But as the months went on, something in me knew that there was much more that needed to happen in preparing emotionally, physically, and even spiritually for our son. I embrace that every woman is different and our nesting instincts may show up differently for each of us. For me cleaning, organizing, reading, getting his room ready, sewing, and cooking/baking (so domestic eh?) have been ways for me to prepare for our future family. God's grace has been more obvious to me as I recognize the progression and process of what it means to grow and prepare for a baby. Two significant phrases for me the last few months have been "Let it be" and "You don't know what you don't know!" It is a beautiful thing to let things be what they are and embrace the maternal instincts that I have been created with.


My mom, bless her, has been helping me (doing all the work actually)

Consignment, craigslist, and freecycle finds. Good friends have gifted us with fun clothes!!