starting to shop for KITCHEN FURNITURE & LIGHTING

I figured the table would run the other way. With the length of the room.

Your space is begging for a ROUND table! If not that, run your rectangular table PARALLEL to the beams to allow for more room near the sink.

Maybe a table with a leaf. You would only open it to an off center position when you are serving a larger group.

Love how this is shaping up but I really think the table needs to be aligned long-ways with the beams, otherwise the way you are positioning it now cuts off the walk-thru flow of the room. Could do a table with three chairs on each side but no end chairs to help with walking space.

An off-centered table would drive me crazy. I agree with all the comments above: table with a leaf to keep it centered on the daily or running lengthwise. Whatever you decide, it's sure to be beautiful!

For your hospital bag, I would focus less on what you “think” you need and more on what will make you feel comfortable & taken care of. The hospital supplies a ton of necessities. I included a lot of favorite snacks, comfy sleep dresses, & my essential grooming supplies. Anything that helps you feel human as you go through such a big change is necessary ❤

Going back to Love Language, Words of Affirmation are more than compliments. It’s reassurance, reassurance that your partner is choosing you, not only physically but emotionally. Its reassurance that whatever storm you weather, its a together thing, you’re never alone. Those of us who suffer from anxiety or a checkered romantic past need those words because it’s not always easy. Especially when you’ve been made to feel like you aren’t worthy or are undeserving of love. Compliments are nice, but words of affirmation are another level of love.

When you talked about the possible explosion on the dresser, I could only look at that BEAUTIFUL painting on top of it. Maybe that also needs some sort of protection 😂😂😂

I just saw that others commented the same thing, but my first thought was that the table needs to run parallel with the beams. It flows better with the walk space. I really think you would enjoy this layout and the flow, plus it makes the space feel grander. Also, with kids you are going to want the extra “room” to move around.

I would do the table long ways then you can look out the beautiful french doors to the backyard while you're eating!

Omg, Kinsley flinging her toy behind you was so funny 😂😂😂

I love how you talk to your subscribers as though we are in the room with you or jumping in the car to go shopping in real life. Thanks for taking us along with you!

The way Kinsley's baby gets thrown across the room at 6.42 had me in tears rewatching it over and over again.

Omg omg omg!! We’re finally getting to the “All the things” stage! 🤗

Just get an acrylic or glass top for the top of the dresser. You’ll find that esthetic takes a back seat once baby arrives. So happy for you both.

Mother of four here - not ONE of them took a pacifier! Even the one who was born pretty premature spit it out with mighty force! So I do wish you luck with it - I always envied other mums with the magical tool to stop the screams.... For the table problem: maybe a big round one, beautifully centered on normal days, but expandable for the family and friends gatherings? The added bonus in my opinion would be with the then extended oval table that you can sit easily two people on both headsides not just one. And in daily life with kids you gain more moving space - and more fun chasing your toddler in a circle round and round..... Love from Bavaria!

I agree with Romeo - there’s a difference between thrift stores, consignment shops, and second hand boutiques. Mainly pricing and luxury vs non-luxury and higher end items. 😊

Don’t forget to consider the dishwasher door being open while loading

You need a table with leafs so that you can have it small and centered most of the year and then off centered for dinner parties…

I would change my babies on my bed, couch and floor. I never bought a changing table. Your baby is lucky to have you and Romeo as parents.