Cherry's Five-Month Magic: Soaking Up Every Little Baby Moment (bc they grow up so fast!!)

Oh my goodness, you guys. My littlest love, Cherry bear, just hit five months old. Can you even believe it?! I swear it feels like just yesterday we were bringing her home from the hospital, all tiny and squishy and new. Now she’s five months, and she’s just… she’s perfect. She’s an angel. And honestly, babies are literally everything. I just wanted to share some of the little moments we’ve had with her these past couple of weeks and just talk about how freakin’ precious this stage is. My heart is just bursting, I swear :,)

The Sweetest Little Milestones (and the ones that make me cry happy tears)

Every single day with Cherry is a new discovery, not just for her, but for all of us. It’s wild how quickly they change, isn’t it? One day she’s just lying there, looking up at you with those big, curious eyes, and the next she’s rolling over like a pro or trying to grab everything in sight. I swear, I feel like I blink and she’s doing something new. It makes me wanna just press pause on life sometimes, you know? Just for a little bit, so I can really, truly soak it all in. I know everyone says it, but it’s so true: they grow up SO fast. And with Cherry being our third, I feel like I’m even more aware of how fleeting these baby days are. I’m trying my best to be super present and just enjoy every single giggle, every little coo, every sleepy snuggle. Even the messy blowouts, tbh, bc those are part of the journey too, right? hahah.

Lately, she’s been doing this thing where she just stares at Stella and Ozzy, and her face just lights up. It’s the sweetest thing ever. Like, she knows them. And they’re so good with her, my big girls. Stella is always trying to make her laugh, and Ozzy just wants to hold her hand all the time. It’s the cutest sister bond already forming, and it just makes my mama heart so happy. I couldn’t imagine our family without her now. It feels like she’s always been here, like she was always meant to be our little Cherry bear. I love watching them all together, it’s just pure magic.

Finding Joy in the Everyday Chaos (bc let's be real, it's never quiet here)

Life with three little girls is… a lot. Hahah. It’s loud, it’s messy, and it’s totally chaotic most of the time. But it’s also so full of love and laughter. And Cherry just fits right into it all. She’s such a chill baby, which is a total blessing with two older sisters running around. She just goes with the flow, observing everything with those wide, innocent eyes. I love that about her. It’s like she’s already got this calm, sweet spirit. I mean, she’s only five months, but you can already see glimpses of her personality, and it’s just so lovely.

I’ve been trying to really embrace the everyday moments, you know? Not just the big milestones, but the little things that make up our days. Like her morning stretches when she wakes up, or the way she tries to grab my hair while I’m feeding her, or her little grunts when she’s trying to figure something out. These are the moments I know I’ll look back on and miss sm. It’s easy to get caught up in the to-do lists and the endless laundry, but I’m really trying to remind myself to just stop and stare at her sometimes. To just breathe her in. Bc these moments are precious, and they won't last forever.

Tanner, My Hype Man & Partner in Parenthood

I couldn't do any of this without Tanner, tbh. He's seriously the best dad and the most supportive husband. He's always there to help with the girls, whether it's getting them ready for school, doing bath time, or just making me laugh when I'm feeling overwhelmed. He's Cherry's biggest fan, always talking to her and making her smile. It's so sweet to watch their bond grow. He's my rock, my partner in crime, and he makes every day a little bit easier and a lot more fun. We're a team, always. And I'm just so grateful for him and for the beautiful family we're building together. He’s always telling me to take a break or go get a pedicure, even if I resist sometimes bc I h8 leaving the girls hahah. But he always knows what I need, even when I don’t.

The Journey of Motherhood: It's Okay to Not Be Perfect

Becoming a mom to three girls has been the most incredible journey, but it's also taught me so much about myself. I've learned that it's okay to not have all the answers, and it's definitely okay to not be perfect. There are days when I feel like I'm totally nailing it, and then there are days when I'm just trying to keep my head above water. And that's okay! We're all just doing our best, right? I think the most important thing is to just be present, to love your kids fiercely, and to give yourself a little grace. My mom, who raised me as a single mom, taught me so much about strength and resilience, and I carry that with me every day. She showed me what it means to be a loving, dedicated mom, and I'm forever grateful for her example.

Cherry has just brought this whole new layer of joy and love into our lives. It’s like our family was already full, but she just made it even fuller, if that makes sense? Like, my heart just expanded even more. And I think that’s the magic of babies. They just come into your life and make everything brighter, sweeter, and more meaningful. I’m just so excited to see what the next few months bring with our little googie bear. I love u, Cherry!

Some little things I'm loving with Cherry right now:

• Her gummy smiles: They just melt my heart every single time.
• Her little baby babbles: It's like she's trying to tell us all her secrets already!
• Her sleepy snuggles: There's nothing better than a warm, sleepy baby on your chest. Heaven on earth fr.
• Her curiosity: She's starting to really look at things and reach for them, and it's so fun to watch her explore.
• Her little baby rolls: So squishy and perfect!!

Seriously, if you're a new mom or expecting, just soak it all in. Every single second. It goes by way too fast. And remember, you're doing an amazing job. We got this, mamas! Sending all my love to you and your little ones. ❤