Blair's Big Girl Bed (and then some)

Thursday, April 17, 2014

     This last weekend we moved Blair into her big girl bed. M and I were ready for WWIII but she did so good! It was getting to the point where she looked like a giant in her crib and she was started to lean over the edge too much for our comfort. So we converted her crib into a full sized bed and she hasn't looked back. I may have even taken a nap with her this week. I haven't done that since she was an infant and it was the sweetest time we had together. Neither of us was feeling great but the nap did wonders.

She did cry for a few seconds the first and second night but since then it has been smooth sailing and we're thrilled! Here is the before and after...









We also bought these bumpers for her bed and LOVE them! They are deflatable which will be awesome for taking them on vacation with us. So easy! 

On to things that have not been so easy lately: operation have another baby. Found out this week that we're not pregnant again. The feelings I get every month that this happens are so mixed. I'm clearly disappointed, then I start to worry that something is wrong, then I tailspin into thinking we will never be able to have kids again. Then I usually get a hold of myself and am reminded that God still has a plan. His ways are still higher than mine. He loves me and cares for me and knows what is best for me. I keep telling myself "many are the plans of a mans heart but it is the Lord's purpose that prevails." And all of this comforts me.

But I'm human. And this sucks. And while I haven't waited a fraction of the time that some people wait, it's still hard for me.

So Friday I go to the doctor because my cycles have been wonky (of course NOW when I want to get prego this happens) and I want some answers. Things haven't been normal and I'm hoping to get possible problems either ruled out or solved. Prayers are much appreciated.

In the meantime Blair is a great distraction and such a joy to be around (except for Tuesday when she had a 30 minute tantrum). She's been singing the lyrics to "Frozen" and her little voice just gets me. "Let it go....let it go!" Adorable. And the girl knows what's up when it comes to Jesus which is super sweet to see. "Jesus, up high! Jesus come down!"

So is life perfect? No. Not even close. But I know that God is good and he's got this.

16 comments:

  1. The room looks so beautiful! Hang in there, I'm sure soon enough you will have a little bun in the oven. I know the waiting is frustrating, but it will happen :)

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  2. Love here new bed! Also, where did you get the circles above her bed?

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  3. Thanks for the link to those bumpers! Her bed looks so big. :(

    I love your "His ways are still higher than mine". You are so right. We are struggling with the same thing. Thinking of you!

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  4. Love this! We converted Noah into his big boy bed (but ours is a toddler bed) a few months ago. What size is Blairs bed? IT looks huge! I am SERIOUSLY thinking of just getting him a bigger one because I've had to lay in bed with him to get him to sleep more than I'd like to, and being 8mo pregnant in a toddler bed is NOT comfortable. (Also can you please share where you got the monogram "B" pillow from, along with the adorable ballerina print on the wall!?)

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    1. her bed is a full...it was her crib...we converted it! The monogram pillow is by "serena and lily" and the ballet dress print was from homegoods! :)

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  5. Prayers from PA, girl!
    Thanks for the recommendation on bed bumpers, we've been using pillows!
    Have a blessed Easter!

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  6. How old is Blair so I can know when to expect a transition like this for our wee one? Also, if you get time jump over to my blog and read my recent post about planning for baby #2 and so forth from my husband's perspective! Might bring you some temporary comic relief!

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    1. she just turned two but i know some people transition earlier and some later depending on the child. i'm going to hop over to your blog now...i need a good laugh! :)

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  7. What a great room!! I love how it was able to transition from nursery to toddler room so easily.

    As an infertile mama I can relate to your frustrations. We adopted our sweet girl after 4 years of dealing with infertility. Hopefully you'll be able to find a fix for your wonky cycles!

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    1. thanks for the encouragement ashley! i can't imagine having to deal with this for 4 years...you are an inspiration and your little girl is SO sweet. what a precious reward at the end of your long struggle!

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  8. Awe don't worry about not "being" pregnant right away.. We were advised to "have fun" every other day from the last day of my cycle.. Turned out I ovulated every 27 days instead of 14!

    Also the room looks fab!

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  9. Her room looks AMAZING. But oh man, when I saw her big girl bed, I almost got teary eyed thinking about transitioning my son's soon... it really hits you that they aren't babies anymore!

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