When we found out we expecting our 2nd baby last June, I never imagined how amazing Marli would be as a Big Sister. She immediately bonded with Matea at the hospital and even started calling her “my baby.” Marli is so gentle and sweet with Matea, but is fiercely protective of her and I just love that. Every morning when she wakes up, the first thing she does is run into her sister’s room and patiently waits for her to wake up so they can play. And if you could see Matea’s face light up when she sees Marli, your heart would melt. I’m talking big gummy smiles and squeals people! I mean – seeing this EVERY SINGLE MORNING makes my heart gush for these girls.
One of Marli’s favorite things to do with Matea is playing dress up. From dresses to pajamas, she will either try to color coordinate with Matea or twin with her. It’s seriously the cutest thing ever. With the girls having such sensitive skin because of their eczema, I try my hardest to find the softest materials for their outfits and choose organic whenever possible. They wear these adorable matching pajamas from Finn + Emma almost every week (sometimes twice a week if I get around to doing more laundry) and I can see why. The material is made from 100% GOTS certified organic cotton making it as soft as a baby’s bottom and all their inks/dyes are eco-friendly which means less exposure to harmful chemicals found in synthetic fibers. Marli really loves her pajamas, or as she calls it the “Tweet Tweet” outfit and of course has to sing the Rockin’ Robin song every. single. time. she puts it on.
In addition to apparel, they have a wide collection of accessories (like Ramsey the Raccoon), toys, and a new collection of muslins that I swear by. Let me just say that Matea has NEVER been a fan of being swaddled (as I’ve mentioned in her monthly baby updates). But by the grace of God and this amazing muslin swaddle, she can sleep a little long and a little better because of it! It’s also made from organic cotton making it even softer than her pajamas, but what I LOVE about it is the big size (47 inch square) and loose weave that keeps her warm and cozy without making her hot. It even doubles as a car seat cover and changing pad when we’re out and about.
If I can give my sweet girls the best of the best, I don’t even think twice about it and I am really thankful for great brands like Finn + Emma for taking it back to producing real organic products.
I can’t wait to watch these girls grow up together and become best friends. I know I won’t be around forever, but at least they will have each other.
“The best thing about having a sister was that I always had a friend.”– Cali Rae Turner
This post is sponsored by Finn + Emma. As always, all opinions are my own.
Aww! This is such a gorgeous post! I wish this exact relationship upon my future children. Such beautiful sisterly love. :3
Christie’s Take on Life. xx
My goodness, they are the absolute sweetest! I love their outfits! I never thought I’d be one to care about my girls matching, but it’s one of my favorite things now. I always shop where I can buy two of the same in their sizes!