WFMW, Hospital Packing List

It's only been 18 months since I did this the last time--this=giving birth--but it is amazing how much I've forgotten!

Since I hit 37 weeks this week, I think it is time to pack my bags!

Pre-made packing lists work for me! I feel like I will be much less likely to forget an essential by using some of the lists I've found:

http://www.parents.com/pregnancy/labor-delivery/basics/checklist-packing-your-overnight-bag/

http://www.babycenter.com/packing-for-the-hospital-or-birth-center

http://www.gerber.com/Tools/Hospital_Packing_List.aspx

I'd also love to hear what you think is a "must" to have while in labor. Please leave any suggestions below!

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Introducing Baby to Our Fur Babies, (almost Wordless Wednesday)

This picture was taken almost 18 months ago-

Baby Koala meeting our 2 Fur Babies.

It's hard to believe Baby #2 will be here in 5 weeks!

I'm hoping Baby Koala is as welcoming to his sister

as the Fur Babies were to him!

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Cheap, Healthy Recipes

I wanted to share a couple of recipes I've made lately.

Can I call it a recipe if I don't have exact measurements?

I was inspired by all the hummus related talk at Pioneer Woman, and the bean salad/cilantro chatter at My Charming Kids...as we are slowly trying to take steps to healthier eating around here.

Black Bean Salad

1 can black beans

1 can corn

1/4 chopped onion

1 handful chopped cilantro

3/4 juice of a medium lemon

Pinch of Salt

Pinch of Garlic Salt

Mix all ingredients, chill.

Serving idea: Cut Avacado in half, spoon bean salad on top.

This was a big hit for all ages--from my 1 year old, to my hubby, to my MIL and Mom. It is light and refreshing!

Make-do Cilantro Hummus

1 can garbanzo beans

2 cloves fresh garlic

1 handful cilantro

Salt to taste

1 Squeeze of Lemon Juice

Mix all ingredients in food processor.

Tahini is not in my budget, we were out of olive oil, etc. I used what we had, and this turned out pretty tasty! My husband spread it on bread, and I used it as a dip for carrot sticks. Very versatile!

Cheap Healthy Recipes work for me! Check out more Works for Me Wednesday at http://www.wearethatfamily.com/!