Fat Lip Number One

It is inevitable, when you have a toddler, there will be bumps and bruises. I'm what you can call a "manic mommy", and I try to envision any slips, trips, and falls so that I can do my best to prevent them.

Today, D went to the store and found a Patio Set for K to play with outside while we do our gardening (more on the garden tomorrow). I thought, that's a great idea! It will keep her occupied while we plant our fruits, veggies, and flowers.

So D is setting up the Patio Set here in the Living Room, I run into the kitchen to grab a drink. I come back to find K sprawled out face first on the floor. She tried to sit in her chair and it fell over. Poor girl, she isn't crying too bad, but I see her lip swelling. D is holding her trying to comfort her and then I see blood! It's the first time she's ever bled, in all of her 18months. So I immediately take over, telling D to grab a washcloth, a bag of ice, and the motrin. By the time he gets back, she is already distracted by Sesame Street on the tv. Somehow, her bottom tooth cut her upper lip. Not too bad, the bleeding stopped after a minute or so.

The swelling is still pretty bad. I gave her the Motrin for the pain and told her to give the ice kisses, trying to keep the swelling down. If you have a toddler, you know that there will be tons more moments like this...as a mom you know seeing your baby hurt just breaks your heart.




The Victim: It's hard to see the swelling, but it is on her upper lip on your left hand side.




My little Rolie Polie wouldn't sit still for a clear photo.




The Culprit

Little Miss Julia

At Little Miss Julia, you will find an assortment of Hair Accessories that give every girl a little glitz and glamour! Each barrette is handmade to order, to ensure that you receive the best quality product.

Little Miss Julia opened in December 2008, after Joanne (owner of Little Miss Julia) received compliments on the hair accessories that she had made for her daughter. Little Miss Julia is easy to navigate and very "user-friendly". Customers can customize their own hair accessories, by visiting the Color Chart on the site to view the broad range of colors available for embellishments.

What will you find at Little Miss Julia?


Green,Blue, and Yellow Daisy Barrette



Pink,Yellow, and Orange Smiling Daisy Barrette



Three Lady Bugs Barrette

While you are shopping for your daughter, don't forget to purchase a few barrettes to give as gifts. You can even have your items gift wrapped! If you have any questions before you purchase, be sure to email or call Joanne at Little Miss Julia!

Diaper Bag Sale!

MarieLynn Boutique has a sale on all Diaper Bags! These Diaper Bags are all great quality and very durable. What is even better, they are super cute!

Each Diaper Bag is spacious enough to carry all of your babies nessecities, and then some! I should know, my daughter's Diaper Bag is a mobile refridgerator, closet, medicine cabinet, etc. All of that, in addition to the diapers, diaper wipes case, and matching changing pad (included with your Diaper Bag).

So head on over to MarieLynn Boutique and swap that drab Diaper Bag you've been carrying for a hip Diaper Bag from MarieLynn Boutique!

Dreamscapes Baby Boutique

Dreamscapes Baby Boutique is the place to shop for the fresh, hip mom and baby. What makes Dreamscapes Baby Boutique stand out? They cater especially to boys! While you will find numerous items for your Princess, Dreamscapes Baby Boutique has everything for your little Prince or Rock Star-In-Training!

When asked when and why owner Amber opened Dreamscapes Baby Boutique, she said the following;

I officially started business in February of 2008. The idea however happened the year before after I had my son Aidan. Originally, I had planned on just designing and creating nursery bedding and baby accessories, but my mother pushed me to do more and the boutique was opened in June of 2008! Before my son was born, I had a definite idea of what his room should look like. The last part to add was the bedding and I couldn’t find what I wanted anywhere. I searched many stores and online and found nothing exactly what I wanted, or any business that could create what I wanted at an affordable price. I ended up buying a solid green set and was very disappointed. Not 9 months later, my best friend had a girl and experienced the same problems. Before the shower, we searched for days to find round crib bedding in her favorite colors and found nothing even close. To top it off, round crib bedding is expensive! I ended up making her a bedding set as a surprise in those colors and loved it so much I made it into a business!

Dreamscapes Baby Boutique is such a fun place to shop! I am absolutely ecstatic about their custom crib bedding. I am anxiously awaiting Amber's line of ready-made bedding so that I can add it to MarieLynn Boutique. Her talent and passion for what she does definitely shows in her products, I am sure you will feel the same way! Here are just a few of my faves at Dreamscapes Baby Boutique:



Happy Skulls Leg Warmers Set




Appaman Race Car Tee





Nano Brown Car Tee

Be sure to check out Dreamscapes Baby Boutique's Custom Crib Bedding! You can work one on one with Amber to create your own Crib Bedding!

Amber would also love for you to know;

Well, the first time you visit you’re a guest! The next time you visit, you’re family! We hope every parent out there sends us photos of their darlings in our clothing or bedding. We want the details too! Every client we’ve created for has become a friend and we love to hear about how the babies are doing and what is going on in their life. We’re not out to create customers, we’re out to create friendships!

Leading Women In Business 2009

Thank you to everyone who has voted for MarieLynn Boutique in this competition!
The competition ends on 31 March, so there is still plenty of time to cast your votes. Please remember that you can only vote once each day.

I also wanted to share with you a few great sites that you can also vote for. After you vote for them, be sure to check out their websites. These ladies are really talented and deserving of this award!

MarieLynn Boutique
Pitter Patter Creations
Nanny Deprived
Photo-Card Designs
Little Miss Julia

If you find another site that you would like me to list here, please send me the link! I'd be happy to post it here.

Teacups And Mudpies

Besides having a darling name, Teacups and Mudpies is a darling boutique! Teacups and Mudpies was launced in September 2008. Holly, owner of Teacups and Mudpies, worked tirelessy each day for a year to turn her dreams of being a stay at home mom into a reality. All while caring for a one year old AND pregnant. Oh, the strength us women possess!

So what can you find at Teacups and Mudpies? Well, only the very best in unique gifts, trendy room décor, and fashionable clothing!

Below I've listed just a few items I fell in love with at Teacups and Mudpies:



Sushi Sushi Sey By Dilly Bop Designs



Baby Paris Infant Car Seat Cover by Nollie Covers



Garden Party Movable Mural by Three Little Ziglets




Pinacle Red Pettidress

So, stop drooling already! Head on over to Teacups and Mudpies and do a little retail therapy. Your kids will thank you!

St. Patrick's Day Hairbow Winner!

We had a great turnout for our latest giveaway! Be sure to follow this blog, follow me on Twitter, sign up for our newsletter, or fan us on facebook to stay up-to-date on all things MLB!

Using Random.org, the lucky winner is....

Tamara B!


Tamara B. said...
Beautiful bows. I love the This Emerald Green Shamrock Layered Bow.
tamben7996(at)aol(dot)com

February 24, 2009 10:01 AM

Congratulations! And thank you again to everyone who entered.