After writing about my newborn must-haves a few months back, I’ve been keeping a list of 3-6 month and 6-12 month must-haves to share. I have found there’s a bit of research involved in choosing baby items (because there are for some reason 1000 different types of pumping bras and at least that many stroller options). I always have found posts like this really helpful because they provide a personal recommendation from someone who has used and loved the products. Today, I’m sharing my favorite items for the 3-6 month age range!
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What a week, huh? I know the world is a little out-of-control right now, and I hope you’re doing well. When it comes to times like these, I realize that I’m extremely fortunate – my husband and I both have secure jobs that we can do from home, we’re healthy and low-risk, and we have plenty of food and supplies. I understand that a lot of people are facing much more difficulty, and I hope that I can provide some meaningful and helpful content here on the blog. Today, I’m sharing two free cards that can be printed at home and dropped in the mailbox, so you can stay at home and still spread some love.
I think cards and letters are a really wonderful way to communicate. It’s always been easiest for me to write out my thoughts and feelings rather than speak them. With so many people stuck at home, I hope these free cards can motivate you to drop a note in the mail to a grandparent, friend, teacher, or anyone you know who could use a pick-me-up. I’m sure they would love to hear from you.
Free Printable Cards
To print, just click one of the the images below. A PDF file will open in a new tab. All you need to do is print, cut on the dotted line, and fold in half!
For a 5″x7″ card, print as-is. To print at 4.25″x6″, set the scale (in printing settings) to 85%. For best results, print on card stock (but whatever you have is fine!).
Just Wanted to Say Hello
Nothing Like a Quarantine
Note: Please be sure to wash your hands before handling the cards! For some high-risk populations, it may not be safe to send physical mail. Instead, send an email; hop on a video call; or write the card, scan it, and send it digitally!
I hope these cards are able to brighten someone’s day! If you do print and use these, please do me a favor and let me know who you’re sending a card to!
With the rise of COVID-19, and more and more areas asking people to practice social distancing, many parents are trying to find ways to care for their children while working from home. As of today, all the non-essential businesses (including daycares) in our state have been asked to close for two weeks – so it’s looking like things won’t be back to normal anytime soon!
I am strongly in support of social distancing (this is a great article on why), but when it comes to working from home and caring for a child, Jamie is at a tough age. He isn’t capable of much independent play yet, and still requires pretty hands-on care most of the day. Luckily, Scott and I are both able to work from home and are working in shifts so Jamie can be cared for. However, we both have plenty of work to get done and not enough time to do it, so we have developed a list of simple activities that will hopefully help hold his attention.
