I'm now counting down the days until I can truly "nest". All the blog posts and pregnancy updates I've read lately pertaining to me finally entering my 8th month say things like...
You're probably "nesting" and having fun getting ready for your baby
Go ahead and start assembling any baby gear...cribs, bassinets, and strollers are notoriously tricky to put together, especially when you're sleep deprived, so get started now
You don't need to pack your bag yet, but start making a list of items to bring to the hospital
These things, especially the creation of a hospital bag list, seem so far away considering all we have to do in the next few weeks. Between finishing my job teaching, writing comments and finishing grades, getting a loan approved, packing to move, actually driving 18 hours back to Charlotte, closing on a house, and moving in...getting to actually "nest" feels light like years away.
Unfortunately, all I've been able to do is think about what is to come and dream up what I want to do for Baby Stanton's room. Even though our parents are currently housing all our gifts from showers, we've gotten a few things in the mail--some wall art and registry items---and I have some handsome clothes thanks to Stephanie Van Kirk that I pull out every now and then to get me excited for his arrival.
My newest thing is looking for inspiration for the nursery. And, I'm all about chalk-board paint. I'm thinking about painting a whole wall with it! Here are some fun images that get me excited.
You're probably "nesting" and having fun getting ready for your baby
Go ahead and start assembling any baby gear...cribs, bassinets, and strollers are notoriously tricky to put together, especially when you're sleep deprived, so get started now
You don't need to pack your bag yet, but start making a list of items to bring to the hospital
These things, especially the creation of a hospital bag list, seem so far away considering all we have to do in the next few weeks. Between finishing my job teaching, writing comments and finishing grades, getting a loan approved, packing to move, actually driving 18 hours back to Charlotte, closing on a house, and moving in...getting to actually "nest" feels light like years away.
Unfortunately, all I've been able to do is think about what is to come and dream up what I want to do for Baby Stanton's room. Even though our parents are currently housing all our gifts from showers, we've gotten a few things in the mail--some wall art and registry items---and I have some handsome clothes thanks to Stephanie Van Kirk that I pull out every now and then to get me excited for his arrival.
My newest thing is looking for inspiration for the nursery. And, I'm all about chalk-board paint. I'm thinking about painting a whole wall with it! Here are some fun images that get me excited.
![[Playroom+1.jpg]](https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg1KhCUItJB50SCdZhycujcWtW6m7629FEGM7V4JRjx0Pzzs-W__CN0W-a2-SaHHI_9XUBAIBc4MerPuEKMRG5slpsf4ifvXEhAUNsbn9UTL9JICUbqYbDT40GECQ_insaM69USE4Ji6u2a/s1600/Playroom+1.jpg)
Images 1 & 2 via Home-Dzine and Janice Anderssen, 3 via vtwonen via Domino, 4 via ohdeedoh, 5 via decor pad, 6 via design-59
Oh, and as you can see, the blog is officially nameless. My brain hasn't been functioning to its creative capacity lately, and since we're no longer going to be living in Boston, it's time for a change. If you have any suggestions please feel free to leave a comment or email namethestantonsblog@gmail.com. Thanks!
Woah we have way too much to catch up on! You're closing on a house?? Gosh, I need to hear about all this! and by the way I love the chalkboard idea! I had a friend in Princeton who did a bathroom in chalkboard paint and it was the hit of of the house. chalkboard + 2 teachers for parents = your kid will never stop learning :)
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