I was excited for "freezer meals round 2" after getting so many meals into my freezer in January! This month, I made 16 meals in about 45 minutes for about $80! I spent around $90 - and was able to make these meals plus two types of protein balls! Check out my "Mar Freezer Meals" board on Pinterest to see the recipes. I had a few things already at home, which helped cut costs even more. I'm loving that my freezer is filling up with meals that will make life post-baby so much easier! … [Read more...]
Baby Bump Update: Week 34
34 Weeks - 6 weeks to go! Size of baby - Baby weighs about 5 pounds and is around 20 inches long. About the size of a pineapple! Movement - This little man moves and rolls and kicks and punches like crazy! Other times, I start to get worried because he hasn't moved in hours. I'm starting to think he just sleeps like his dad...something I hope he keeps up outside of the womb. :D Labor Signs - Some braxton hicks Sleep - I haven't been able to sleep on my side because my entire arm goes numb. Hubbs helped me create a sort of recliner in our bed with about a zillion pillows, … [Read more...]
Freezer Meals: 18 meals for $100!
I have always thought freezer meals were a brilliant way to stay on top of meal planning - healthy, quick meals all ready to throw into my crockpot? Yes please! Now that I am nearing my third trimester with Baby #1, I want to make life a little easier in the weeks leading up to and following baby's arrival. My mom and brother also wanted in, so my mom came up for the weekend. Keep reading for more details and free master grocery list! … [Read more...]