We're trying a new thing on the blog where every Friday one blogger shares five things she’s loving right now. This can be literally anything from a parenting win to an awesome product or a compelling podcast/ book. We'd love to drive more engagement between the blog and the boards by continuing the conversation here. Please share - what are you loving right now?
http://www.hellobee.com/2018/03/30/five-friday-favorites-march-30th-2018/
wonderful kiwi / 23653 posts
1, GogoSqueeze pouches. My 1st never ate any pouches as an infant/toddler. But as soon as I started giving them to my 2nd, she suddenly wants them too. It's great for when we're on the go and need a quick/easy/healthy-ish snack
2. Slowly getting warmer. Dying to get the kids outside more often! Too bad April is starting out warmer but very rainy here
3. The Container Store. I'm re-organizing and I just looove this store
4. Breastmilk jewelry. I got 2 pieces made a while ago but don't wear them often since I have a necklace that's always on. Well, my 2nd kid broke that necklace so I've been wearing my breastmilk pendants more often and I love them!
5. Beauty blender. I've only been using it more consistently the past 3-4 months but it's awesome!
cantaloupe / 6017 posts
1. Rain and slightly warmer temperatures are finally melting the snow. Its been a long and cold early spring
2. After being annoyed with our maxi-cosi convertible seat for over a year, I finally replaced it with the new Chicco MyFit and I LOVE it. Its so easy to install, and my daughter is very comfortable.
3. New episodes of Santa Clarita diet are out!
4. If anyone is into true crime, I gave Last Podcast on the Left a second try recently. I tried maybe a year ago and found them too obnoxious and offensive to listen to (and I have both a dark sense of humor and a high tolerance for offense) but I gave them a try again for their recent series on Jonestown, and they have really gotten their act together. I'm listening to more of the more recent episodes, and have been finding them very enjoyable. Its a well-researched show!
5. My 19th month old son has been nursing and snuggling a little more lately and I love it. For awhile he was popping on and off quickly, not really nursing much. But I'm wondering if I started making a little more milk again with the pregnancy hormones? Well, for whatever reason, he's been snuggling and nursing again and its very sweet.
apricot / 390 posts
1. 3rd person on here just SUPER EXCITED about warmer weather. Seriously, I am OVER snow.
2. Nailed It on Netflix. It is hilarious and I hope that many, many more episodes get made (there are only 6).
3. Five Guys recently opened a store in my area.
4. Work-appropriate sandals. We're a little broke right now, so I don't have a particular pair in mind/in hand, but I've been casually perusing the internet for them.
5. OhBeJoyful on Etsy. I just ordered my DD's 1st birthday invitations from her and goodness gracious they are so cute. (link: https://www.etsy.com/shop/ohbejoyfulshop)
GOLD / wonderful olive / 19030 posts
1. sports season is gearing up for us, we have soccer and t-ball coming up in the next week and I love the watching my daughter doing what she enjoys!
2. I scored 4 pairs of shoes from target's BOGO 1/2 sale, and they were all keepers! that never happens.
3. Going to dinner tonight with my best friends, we haven't seen each other since January, it is a long overdue reunion.
4. I love Easter weekend, I'm excited to celebrate with our families and attend church (even if it's supposed to snow on Sunday...)
5. Dh and I had a date night yesterday since my MIL was watching our girls today and decided to just take them overnight so we didn't have to do an early morning drop off. We are finally getting on the GOT wagon, and binged 3 episodes yesterday! So much easier when there aren't kids to worry about crawling out of bed and sneaking around the corner seeing the TV screen! ha
pear / 1955 posts
1. Having two kids - We're not quite ready to TTC #3, but we're getting there... so I'm trying to soak in all I can with two big kids who play well together (and sleep through the night/can feed themselves!)
2. Cherry Coke Zero - I know it's probably rotting my insides, but it's the perfect no calorie sweet tooth killer.
3. Date night - we really need to make more of an effort to go on these, because I love love love it when we do! Have a date night scheduled for tonight and I can't wait!
4. Zillow.com - not in the market for a new house, but I love seeing what's for sale around us and how much it costs.
5. The end of cold and flu season - so ready for it to be over this year!
pomelo / 5573 posts
1. My new wedding and engagement rings - about six weeks ago my rings were stolen while on vacation and I just picked up the replacements yesterday. I’m so happy to have them back.
2. We’re on day one of a four day weekend, with a lot of fun plans, plus I’m the only one who has Monday off so I get some alone time.
3. I’m currently on a six month leave of absence from my actual job to do full time French training. I started this week and I’m loving it.
4. Great British Bake-Off - love it, can’t stop watching.
5. Disney World - I’m planning a trip for March 2019, and I’m insanely excited. There’s so much research to do and reading and lists to make - it’s right up my alley.
wonderful pea / 17279 posts
1. “Roseanne” reboot. The first two episodes are on Hulu.
2. Seeing my son marvel in wonder when he unexpectedly crossed his fingers for the first time. 🤞
3. Maidenform tummy control undies.
4. My dad. He always, always shows up when I need him.
5. Better weather. The cold and gray make me cranky. Today I’m happy as a clam with my shaved legs and Spring print dress.
persimmon / 1380 posts
1. A theatre-filled weekend - taking DS to see Paw Patrol Live tonight and going to see Rent tomorrow.
2. The Pretty Dish cookbook by Jessica Merchant - obsessed with this blog and all of the recipes I have made from her site have been great. Trying two from the cookbook for our Easter brunch.
3. Easter! I loved Easter as a child and now that DS1 is almost three he's been so much fun to dye eggs with and take on egg hunts. Looking forward to his egg and basket hunt on Sunday morning.
4. Z by Zella highwaist leggings from Nordstrom rack
5. Breaking Bad. This is the second time I've watched it. So good.
pear / 1622 posts
1) Pachinko by Min Jee Lee - I saw this book recommended by a blogger whose recommendations I have liked and so far I have a hard time putting this book time and am enjoying reading about this Korean family in Korean and Japan in the 20th century.
2) A successful mid week dinner out with friends we have not seen since last summer. Packing food for the boys was key - I am over getting kids meals for them that they won't eat and losing money over it. We also took an activity bag with Water Wow, coloring books, etc and since we hardly ever go out and use it - it was a treat for them. It was so nice to catch up with our friends.
3) Planning an overnight trip with DH. My inlaws offered to watch the boys for a couple nights in May - I can't believe it and I am so excited to have some couple time.
4) Just Because book by Rebecca Elliott - DS1 picked this book out at the library last week and it is really sweet. https://www.amazon.com/Just-Because-Rebecca-Elliott/dp/0745964605/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1522432106&sr=8-1&keywords=just+because+book
5) DS2 is talking up a storm and I love it. No and mine are two of his favorite words but he says all sorts of things and amazes me every day.
pomelo / 5509 posts
@LadyDi: We almost cross-posted and one of my items was going to be Zella leggings and tops, I've been scoring some during the clear the rack event at Nordstrom Rack. So ridiculously comfortable and flattering.
1.) Listening to podcasts on long drives
2.) Working my way through a long list of "to-read" books I have saved on my phone
3.) Trying a completely new-to-me recipe once a week
4.) My Steve Madden "mom" slip-ons
5.) Cat and Jack ankle socks for DD - first sock I've been able to find that stays on her tiny feet!
pomegranate / 3355 posts
1. Finally making it to 3/31! Whoot whoot.. my bday and it always signifies spring is officially coming..
2. DD diligently trying to learn to snap her fingers bc it's part of her dance choreography. "see mom, is this it?" "I did it!" "Listen"
3. How much DS loves his bedtime bottle, I know I'm supposed to stop it but he just gets so happy and calm when it comes out it melts my heart.
4. This weekend.....
5. 70 degree weather
wonderful pomelo / 30692 posts
1. SPRING weather!!
2. Dark on Netflix! If you haven't watched it, I highly recommend it! It's FANTASTIC!
3. Brothers who love each other, are interested in similar things, and always want to be around each other. 
4. Vanderpump Rules and Real Housewives of Beverly Hills... I can't help myself! These two shows are addictive and my guilty pleasures!
5. Friends who are willing to travel with us! Just booked a Disney Cruise with good friends of ours and their family!
pomelo / 5084 posts
@Mrs. Peas: great idea!
1. Day dates. DW and I take one half day a month while DS is in daycare and have a long lunch with wine!
2. The gravity blanket. I have terrible insomnia and anxiety and it was literally a game changer.
3. My new nephew! 3 weeks old and looks just like DS as a newborn (DS on left, nephew on right). 
kiwi / 656 posts
@wrkbrk: I want to hear more about the gravity blanket. My husband has anxiety related insomnia and we are considering medication so I’m curious if this might help him.
pomelo / 5084 posts
@MrsBucky: I bet it will! If you google original gravity blanket you’ll find it - it was a kickstarter campaign! Get the original - I first tried a brook stone knockoff and it was dumb. The original is pricey ($250 I think) but I loooove it. I seriously look forward to going to sleep every night now haha! It has a soft washable cover and the weighted part is tied with ties to the cover on the inside so it doesn’t slide around or get uneven.
blogger / apricot / 275 posts
Thanks to everyone for the great lists. I loved reading them and am glad people enjoyed the Friday favorites.
@snowjewelz: Pouches are such a lifesaver especially with Baby #3 (and not just for him - I buy the GoGoSqueeze and Peter Rabbit ones for my older boys too!)
@LuLu Mom: My son starts t-ball this week too, and I'm really excited for him. I hope your daughter has a great time with her new activities.
@Ajsmommy: HAPPY (belated) BIRTHDAY! Bedtime bottle time is so sweet - I totally understand not wanting to give that up.
@wrkbrk: Ah he's so adorable, and I'm very intrigued by the gravity blanket as well. Definitely going to be googling that soon.
And yes, yes, yes, to all the posts about weather. When I woke up this morning, the forecast was "feels like 12". I'm very ready for warmer weather :).
Also thanks for the Netflix recommendations - adding them all to my watch list :).
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