A Simple Pro Parenting Tip Featuring JORD Watches

Parenting is a funny, little thing. We all think we know how we’re going to handle it until our precious little angel transforms into a red-faced gremlin throwing herself backwards out of your arms right there in the Target checkout line.  To save yourself from the embarrassment that this is actually your child, you give them absolutely anything they want to stop the horror. After you utter your sincerest apologies to everyone in line and the gracious cashier offering stickers to diffuse the situation, you dart out the fiery gates of hell and into your SUV hoping your reputation makes it out alive.  

As you drive away, questioning your life and whether or not you should cancel the rest of the day’s activities, you glance into the rearview mirror only to find your little monster transforming back into her angelic self.  As her eyelids slowly begin to betray her consciousness, it is then you realize… it was nap time.  

If there is one thing parenting has taught me, it’s all about time management. 

I learned very quickly my first daughter was not the go-with-the-flow baby I had hoped for. Then again, I was not the go-with-the-flow type mother either.  How did I survive? SCHEDULES. After a lot of research, I figured out all there is to know about sleep and the different sleep schedules and feeding schedules, and so on. I like to think I got really good at time management. 

Wake. Breakfast. Play. Nap #1. Lunch. One hour outing. Nap #2. Play. Dinner. Bedtime.  

Repeat.

My only problem…I never know what time it is.  

I’m good at knowing how much time I’ve got, but not really good at the concept of time. 

I’ll be ready in 2 minutes! actually means I’ll be ready in about 8. And even when I am ready, stealing a few extra kisses and a couple more hugs always takes longer than I think it does. 

Anyways, all this to say…if you are anything like me, you might want to consider investing in some clocks for your home.  Like this one. I can’t even begin to tell you how simple, yet life changing this was for me.  

It’s ridiculous I know.  

Or better yet, invest in a unique watch for yourself. I’ve never been an accessories type girl, but there are a few things I just can’t live without these days. I recently got my hands on this JORD wood watch and I’ve got all the heart eyes for it. So not only do I always know the time, a cool watch instantly makes me feel somewhat put together when the truth is I haven’t washed my hair in 6 days. 

Don’t look at me. Look at my watch. 

Plus there’s something so refreshing about looking at the actual face of a clock and not an iPhone.  

Ladies, if you are looking to score the perfect gift for your man, look no further.  Plus you can make it a one-of-a-kind piece by choosing to make it an engraved gift. I’ve got my eyes on this one I know my husband would love. He’s definitely an accessories type man. 

And Fellas, if you are looking to score on a Tuesday… an engraved gift from JORD will surely do the trick. 

Visit their website to see for yourself.  

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Hello, World!

A Mama-Must-Have.

One of the amusing things about having your second baby is discovering all the new baby gear that magically appeared on the market in the last two years. It’s kind of nuts how different registries look now compared to only two short years ago. All of these shiny new products look really cool, but it's almost like motherhood didn't even exist before the 80's. How on earth did mamas bathe their children or leave the house without all this stuff? I get these things are meant to make a mama's life easier, but it's starting to seem a little cluttered.

I’m sorry but I really don’t need a wipe warmer (unless it cleans and refills itself).  

I’m sorry, but I really don’t need a water temperature spout cover (that’s the cool thing about wrists, they work too!). 

I’m sorry but I really don’t need thirty stroller blankets. I live in LA. My kids will never know what “cold” actually feels like. 

But then there’s some stuff that I’m like, IF I HAD THAT I’m certain my life would just be so much easier. 

If I had all the money and all the time to get all the new stuff, I would. But I don’t. Plus, I don’t want to have to carry it all. As a minimalist-mama constantly on the go, I don’t have enough hands to carry all this stuff.  So after two years, I like to consider myself a pro at knowing the things mamas actually need. 

A Native Wilds Nest is one of those things. 

The Indy Nest

This magical piece of fabric is literally everything a mama-on-the-go needs. It’s phenomenal design allows for use as a nursing cover, shopping cart cover, and car seat cover.

Lately, I’ve used mine mostly as a car seat cover because it’s perfect for on-the-go naps. It allows my baby girl to focus on falling asleep and not be distracted by everything else around us. Unlike a regular blanket, I don’t have to worry about the wind blowing it away or my toddler pulling at it. It fits on her car seat like a glove and STAYS THERE (This was something that literally fascinated me from the very beginning and why I bought it). 

Didn’t know this until I read it on their site, but as early as two months, babies recognize colors and patterns.  So just like a bedtime routine signals it's time for baby’s sleep, snuggling in her carseat covered by a Nest, lets baby know it’s time to nap! My firstborn was HORRIBLE at naps in her carseat. My second little one, however, is winning the nap game.  I must give credit to my Native Wild’s Nest. Along with my perfect timing...sometimes.  

I love using it as a nursing cover as well. Not only do their designs make me feel like a fashionista, it make’s nursing on-the-go simple and sweat-free.  Don't get me wrong, I love a good sweat...in the gym. But outside of spin class, I try to keep it all fresh.  There's just something about boob sweat that ruins my day. It’s already bad enough I haven’t washed my hair since Thursday (it’s Wednesday).

But don’t let Native's descriptions about their Nest limit you. I’ve also used my cover as a stroller blanket and as an emergency baby wrap. I left my Solly Wrap (also one of my must have’s) at home on a day when I really needed a sling. But no worries, my Nest totally saved the day. I just tied a knot on one end, and my baby girl Noah still slept like a champ. 

Not to mention, each cover is made with eco-friendly fabric derived from Eucalyptus trees.  When I first opened my nest, I immediately fell in love with how incredibly soft and breathable the material actually is. It’s known to regulate temperature really well, absorb moisture, and protects against those damaging UV rays. 

Motherhood is sweaty and we don’t need any more bulky items weighing down our diaper bag causing more perspiration. So delete those nursing covers, shopping cart covers, and car seat covers from your Amazon cart and just go with Native Wilds. I literally never leave the house without mine. And neither should you.