Wednesday, July 16, 2008

Baby's Got a Bed!

After lots of crib browsing and a hunt to find the LAST one of these cribs in the Bay area, we finally bought and set up our darling crib. I love it. It is "vintage white" (aka cream), though the pictures may not do the color justice. We found it at target, on sale for $139 down from $200. Even $200 would have been a darn good deal! Ryan probably thought it was ridiculous how much I enjoyed picking it out and setting it up. But what girl hasn't imagined setting up a nursery since she was little? And plus, it helps me feel more like a mommy.

The crib set Ryan's family gave me for my baby shower looks adorable in it. Thanks, Julia!



Here's the proud Mama- and Papa-to be! (Not the greatest picture, but that's what you get for taking it at 11pm.)


Then, to top it off, I found this steal on craiglist: an upholstered glider and ottoman originally from Babies R Us for $50! I've been hunting online high and low for one of these but had almost given up since I'd never seen one for under $300. I guess sometimes diligence pays off. :) I think the baby will love both of our recent purchases.

Speaking of Baby...It's time to cast your votes! Only one month to go, so enter your vote (boy or girl) in the poll to the right. Thanks!!
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12 comments:

  1. MalerieJuly 17, 2008 at 7:51 AM

    Yay a crib! Matt and I had so much fun putting Madeline's crib together. It was so fun to see it set up before she was born. It made is much more real and exciting. The glider is beautiful! Great find. I wish I had one of those...maybe next time. Enjoy preparing and you are such a fashionable pregnant girl. Enjoy your last month :)

    I'm guessing a boy. That way we can hook up Madeline and Baby Boy Nielsen in the future.... :)

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  2. CheriJuly 17, 2008 at 2:35 PM

    Way to go! Crib all put together and even a glider/rocking chair! What a lucky baby is coming to your home!

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  3. Britt O.July 17, 2008 at 3:37 PM

    aww! So fun! We were way too excited so we ended up getting a crib super early--but I guess there's no harm in that : ) I love your choice!

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  4. AlainaJuly 17, 2008 at 8:30 PM

    Oh cribs are the BEST! I'm sure you remember my obsessing. It is absolutely beautiful. And your craigslist find! What a steal!

    How tall is that bed? It looks so tall!

    Again, beautiful!

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  5. kendallJuly 17, 2008 at 9:55 PM

    Ohhh Erica, I'm sorry my comments are all the same, but I LOVE YOUR BABY TUMMY. And I'm casting my vote for a boy....but I think you'll actually have a girl.

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  6. AmyJuly 18, 2008 at 3:43 AM

    Erica, I am so glad you found a white (cream) crib! It looks very cute.

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  7. Corey, Sally, Ashlyn, and AvaJuly 19, 2008 at 8:19 AM

    I think you could have a 2nd career as a Buyer for some lucky company Ec! You're a deal maker. It looks great guys. That baby is lucky to have you as parents! My official vote... a boy.

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  8. BarbJuly 20, 2008 at 9:08 PM

    We are so excited for you guys and your new little baby! Isn't setting up a nursery one of the funnest things ever? I just got ours all ready too. I love it! Hopefully our paths will cross soon! We would love to see you!!

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  9. NatAttackJuly 21, 2008 at 12:02 PM

    Hey! Kenny made the EXACT same comment I was going to.

    I voted boy, but in my heart I think you'll actually have a girl. Our family does such a good job at them!

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  10. Mary BJuly 23, 2008 at 12:57 PM

    Ahhhh... Isn't it crazy to imagine a little bundle in there? I remember vividly the first time I put each of my tiny little babies into that big ole crib. How special. (sniff sniff!)

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  11. KimberleeJuly 27, 2008 at 3:24 PM

    What a beautiful nursery. Diligence pays off-good job. I am excited for you. BTW-I vote girl.

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  12. Kindt FamilyAugust 6, 2008 at 10:05 AM

    I'm so glad you commented on my blog, because I'd lost your blog address! You look amazing, it's so cool to see how BIG you are! It's so close! The baby's room looks amazing. I'm still so blown away by people who don't find out the gender ahead of time... that's just not even a consideration in my (or Joe's) mind. I'd go crazy not knowing (if I COULD know)! Congratulations, and I hope he/she comes early for you!

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