PUSH Delivery Gowns Review

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Perhaps Hudson's birth didn't go quite as I had planned, as you read about HERE. But, one thing that I was happy to have was my own hospital gown. Especially being I was stuck with a catheter ..because pants of PJ pants wouldn't have been an option.


For those long time readers, you may remember when I wore my own gown with Emma

It made me feel "good" to know that I wasn't in the same gown that everyone else had worn. Not to mention how unflattering the standard one size fits all hospital gowns are.

I was so excited for the chance to work with Ashley, the creator of PUSH! Delivery Gowns once again. 

Ashley, the mother of three herself has been through her share of labor & deliveries. After looking back on her pictures she thought, they really should make hospital gowns a little more flattering. 

Coming from a family of seamstresses & creativity she decided she would do just that...make a hospital gown that is functional for the stay at the hospital as well as one that looks beautiful in all of those first family pictures. 

All of her fabrics are picked with that in mind. Fabrics that will look good in the photos. High contrast for the black & white photos as well as colorful for the beautiful color photos. 

All of the PUSH! Delivery Gowns are made to fit mommy, with expanded belly room for the day of delivery!

The gown is closed with snaps down the back to provide full coverage and less hassle with the standard ribbon closure. The cross over bodice and shoulder snaps provide ease of exams, as well as, breastfeeding while you enjoy your hospital stay.

Ashley sent me one of her gorgeous Brody delivery gowns which so happens to match Hudson's navy chevron nursery. And talk about perfect timing because it arrived the very day I delivered.

The thing that I love most about her gowns is the cross over front. Not only does it look flattering it makes breastfeeding easy. No need to unsnap the shoulders which can be quite difficult if you're still hooked up to IV's and can barely move.

I know that a personal hospital gown isn't a top priority for everyone but for me I want to be able to look back at the photos and not cringe when I see the standard gown. It's a priority for me!As a nurse I see what happens to those gowns & yuck. Not to mention giving birth to your child is one of the most special & memorable days of your life. Why not pamper yourself with your personal gown.

Not only can you purchase your PUSH! Delivery gown through the website but they are now offered at tons of maternity shops all over the United States.

And to stay in the loop be sure to check out her facebook page!

Thanks so much PUSH! Delivery gowns for making Hudson's delivery so perfect!

{Disclaimer: I was given the above mentioned product(s) for my review. I was in no other way compensated. The product itself didn't persuade my personal beliefs or views}

Meet Hudson James

So, I realize I'm probably the only one that truly enjoys seeing this & reading Hudson's "birth story". Well, maybe there's a few of you that find it interesting, or at least enjoy the pictures. But in fear that I will forget pieces of it & the fact that I would like to be able to look back and read it again I'm going to share.

Early on in the pregnancy I wondered if I would make it to my scheduled c-section day (April 22nd) but as the weeks approached I convinced myself that  I would. I figured he had held out this long, he was going to hold out. Plus, with the planner that I am...I had figured out who my nurses would be, the doctor, the assisting doctor, the anesthesiologist & even who would be on the next day for the circumcision. I had calculated out my leave time & everything was in place.

I was almost through with all of the finishing touches. I had bought zip lock bags (to label what the kids should wear) & I was going to lay my kids clothes out. The perfect outfits for the days while I would be away. I was planning on doing that very soon.

There were only a few things left to buy (bottle nipples, nursing bra, baby book, etc.)

Well, so much for plans....

It had been a busy week; that Saturday we spent around the house but I had pretty much cleaned most of the day. I worked my last 3 shifts (Sun, Mon, Tues). Wednesday I had taken Maddox to preschool, Emma & I came home to cook for a funeral at church & then my weekly OB appointment. We finished out the evening at families house digging up trees to plant. Thursday after preschool we ran errands for several hours then finished out the evening by helping plant the trees.

Around 2 AM I woke up for my 3rd bathroom trip (I was 37 weeks 6 days). As I sat up I felt a tiny gush but as I made my way to the bathroom I felt a "pop" and it really started to flow. Still half asleep I hollered to Josh that my water had broken. We both knew what that meant, Hudson was coming!

I jumped in the shower because I had not washed my hair earlier that day & it was feeling pretty gross. I knew that it would be at least another 24 hours before I would be able to take a shower again. Plus, I wanted to look half way decent in the pictures.

I managed to take a quick shower & half way dry my hair before the contractions really started to hit. So much for straightening it & putting any makeup on.

We arrived at the hospital around 2:45...keep in mind we live 30-40 minutes away. By the time we arrived the contractions were every 3 minutes and I couldn't talk through them.

Unfortunately, the anesthesiologist was in another room trying to place an epidural which somehow took 1 1/2 hours. I honestly, didn't know how I was going to make it because the contractions soon were right on top of each other. As soon as one ended another would hit. I couldn't answer the questions, I couldn't sign the consents. Being Hudson would be coming very shortly, I was unable to take any meds. Later the nurses (my coworkers & friends) would tell me that they avoided my room because they couldn't face seeing me like that while I had to wait. Plus, they were scared I would end up delivering before I could make it to the OR.

I'm guessing it was around 4:45 AM that we headed to the OR...FINALLY!
Praise God!
I had never been more relieved to get my spinal.

At 5:11 AM Hudson James was born and I cried!
There's something so very special about hearing that first cry. As you're behind the blue curtain & can't see anything...all you do is listen for that cry. And there it was. Honestly, it wasn't much but it was enough for me to know that he was here & that he was well.

All along I thought he would be BIG. Maddox was 7 lb 12 oz at birth & Emma 8 lbs...so I just knew that he would be at least 8 pounds. He had just felt so big in my stomach.
But to my surprise & everyone elses he weighed in at
6 lbs 12 oz
and
20.5 inches.

 Perhaps, I didn't have my makeup on & my hair wasn't fixed. I didn't even have any jewelry on. The kids clothes weren't laid out. In fact I didn't even have their big bro/sis shirts yet. My house wasn't in the tip top shape I would've hoped for. But Hudson James was here & he was perfect!

The funny thing was, I really wanted to deliver on a Friday...just not that one.

As much as we plan, God is the only one that truly is in control and he showed me just that.

Hudson holding his Daddy's finger for the first time!

My one wish was that I didn't get sick in the OR, well I didn't!
However, my bladder did get nicked which would mean that I would be sporting a catheter around for the next 7-10 days.
Plus, instead of the typical less than an hour OR time..I ended up being in the OR for over 2 hours. Yikes!

And I must say spinals DO NOT last for 2 hours! Probably about an hour and half in I started hurting.
 Luckily, with the help of  some drugs the pain subsided & I fell asleep.

In the meantime the hubs & baby Hudson were back in the room getting cleaned up.

So sweet!

Honestly, I don't think we ever slept that day. I dozed off & on from the pain meds but other than that we were pretty much exhausted. And we looked the part but it was a perfect day.

I pretty quickly changed into my monogrammed hospital gown from Posh Pushers. Perhaps I didn't have any makeup on & my hair wasn't fixed but I did have my cute gown!
Hudson wore his coordinating hat & the tie onesie that I had made to match.

We were so excited to show him off to all of our family & friends...

Hudson & Grandpa

GaGa & Hudson

Aunt Callie & Paisley meeting Hudson

Grandpa & Hudson 

And of course Big Brother Maddox couldn't wait to meet him

Maddox & Emma are both completely in love and seem to  be adjusting well

Such a whirlwind, but a great whirlwind!

All ready to head home!

Pink Blush Maternity Review & {GIVEAWAY}

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(until I can find time to create a "pretty" logo, according to new FTC guidelines this must be at the top)


Whew, it's been a whirlwind around here for sure but I have some great reviews/giveaways that I'm dying to get up. And oh yes, Mr. Hudson is here EARLY! Still full term but definitely earlier than we had planned. So much for planning.  So, more to come on all that but for now a great review & giveaway from

During those 9 months of pregnancy you know you still want to look cute & stylish. But that is easily lost as the months go by. Between the exhaustion & just putting on something that "fits" you find yourself wearing the same 'ol pieces over and over. And if you're anything like me, towards the end you just feel "big" & even though you want to look fashionable you simply can't find those cute things in stores. The selection is limited needless to say. Or at least I felt that way. Sure you can find the staples, such as simple t-shirts & jeans but what about the days you want to look cute & fashionable?!?

That's why I was so excited to come across Pink Blush Maternity  who not only carries a wide selection of maternity clothes but cute, fashionable ones. Ones that make you feel cute & stylish.

Just check out a few of my fav's...

With Summer right around the corner, I'm loving this adorable striped dress.
And the best part is that it reasonably priced at only
$26.99

Loving this one as well, Summer is all about maxi dresses

Black Striped Maternity Maxi Dress

 There's something super gorgeous about the colors in this one...

Mint Green Navy Print Belted Maternity Tunic

Pink Blush Maternity was so kind to send me this gorgeous tank, which I just happened to wear the day before I delivered. Who would've thought this would have been my last bump picture.

I was impressed at how beautiful the colors of this top were. I may try to wear it during the next several weeks as well :) I also felt that their sizing was pretty true to size or at least on this top.

So, if you want to look cute & fashionable (because what woman doesn't) then I highly suggest Pink Blush Maternity. A shop that you can turn to find multiple cute pieces.

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29 Weeks... A Preggo Post

Only 10 weeks or less until we meet baby Hudson.

Pregnancy Highlights:

How Far Along: 29 Weeks (30 tomorrow)

Size of baby: Baby H is the size of butternut squash (2 1/2 pounds & 15 inches)

Maternity Clothes: Yes

Gender:A Boy, Hudson James.

Movement: Getting stronger! And hiccuping all the time.

Sleep: sucks needless to say...uncomfortable plus add in 4+ bathroom breaks = not much sleep

Cravings: chocolate cake...haven't caved yet though

Symptons: reflux, night leg cramps, irregular contractions..I think I'm at the fun stage, lol

Best Moment this week: Getting things monogrammed for baby Hudson.

My Brest Friend Review... A Nursing Mother's MUST HAVE

I suppose everyone has their "must have's" but with baby #3 on the way  it is most definitely is a
My Brest Friend nursing pillow.

My Brest Friend was so generous to send me one of their deluxe pillow's in the gorgeous Fireworks print.

And not only is the print so pretty, it is made of the softest material. The perfect type of material to put up against your delicate newborn's skin. Especially being the most ideal way to breastfeed a newborn is to strip him/her down to just her diaper. So it makes perfect sense to have a soft material.

The first time around I must say I was "afraid" of the Brest Friend pillow. I had seen them & I knew that our hospital's lactation consultants recommended them. I thought having a piece that went around you would be uncomfortable & cumbersome. Boy was I wrong. I did have a nursing pillow with Maddox but I also suffered from the back pain that can go along with breast feeding.
The first thing I noticed with the My Brest Friend was that I had a lot less back pain & discomfort. The back rest (that I thought I would hate) helps maintain good posture which ultimately prevents the sore back & neck.

Another plus that this Momma loves is that the curvature of the center part is ideal for c-section tummies which is exactly what I will have.

I also love the fact that it has a pocket unlike the other pillows I have tried. If you've ever been trapped in the middle of a feeding you know exactly what I mean. Five minutes in you realize you forgot your burp cloth or your water bottle. And no mother wants to stop their baby from feeding to run get them.

From my experience I also LOVE the fact that the front is not only firm & flat (to prevent your baby from rolling off) but it is roomy enough for them to actually lay there.


If there was one item that I had to have for baby Hudson 
it would definitely be a My Brest Friend pillow. 

Having twins...they have a pillow for you as well

Sore nipples afterwards...because let's face it they're going to happen.

Burp cloths, nursing stools (will be using one with Hudson), nursing covers...all of your breastfeeding needs.

So, if you or someone you know plans to breastfeed...My Brest Friend is your perfect stop.

And they're also offering 20% off until February 9th...
use Promo code FEB2013.


I promise you won't regret it!