It’s taken me six months to write this post and now that I’m finally typing it out, it reminds me why timing is everything. If you’re new here, my fertility journey was a long one that spanned five years. So, you’d think that I would have read all the books and truly prepared myself for the birthing experience. But, it’s only now that I understand that nothing can really prepare you to have your first baby because things don’t always go according to plan. I couldn’t have told you that I’d stop to get Smoothie King on the way to the hospital or that we’d find out that even though my contraction ..read more

We can all agree that a good hair day normally leads to a great day overall. But, then how do you ensure you have more good hair days than bad ones?! For me, it includes using Aveda hair care products. At any given time I have at least five different shampoos on my shower window sill (which absolutely kills my husband). But, I’m a believer in switching up your products and in testing out lots until you find ones that work the best for your hair type. Aveda rises to the top of that list with a few of their product lines (spoiler – the Botanical Repair collection is my fav). So, I thought a full ..read more

Finding the words to describe the postpartum experience is tough. Because, the truth is, everyone’s recovery and transition journey is so unique. You can read my challenging labor and delivery story here. For those that had a hard pregnancy, you may be thrilled you’re no longer carrying! But, some may be running their hands over their tummy and mourning their bumps. One thing is for sure – you’re not 100% yourself. Having the right postpartum supplies can help make the process more manageable. Using these postpartum undies made me feel controlled and wearing these pajamas just made me more mys ..read more

The Sephora Spring Savings Event is here! It started yesterday for Rouge members, so I made sure to create my wish list on Thursday night. Most times I stock up on things I use for my daily makeup routine. But, this time around I knew I wanted to try some new products too. I’ve had my eye on this Lip Butter Balm for months since it’s constantly sold out! My first impressions are below. Of course, doing a “buy online, pick up in store” order is always dangerous! With an extra 15 minutes before daycare pickup, I found two unexpected winners while pacing the aisles. Of everything I got, this Plum ..read more

In a time when consumerism is at an all-time high I continue to lean the opposite direction, trying to figure out more ways I can use the same item over and over again. Fast-fashion really isn’t for me! So, today I’m showing how to wear one dress, two ways. The first gives you a more casual outfit option while the second is a more dressy outfit. At the heart of both is a spring wardrobe staple, a gorgeous LoveShackFancy popover dress. Shop the Post Turn on your JavaScript to view content Outfit 1 – Dress: LoveShackFancy (also love this one) // Jacket: AG Jeans (sold out, similar here) // Shoe ..read more

Breastfeeding is an important and emotional subject. Whether you choose to breastfeed is a personal choice! At the end of the day you should make the decision that’s best for you and your little one. So, you’ll find no judgement here. Fed is best! Rather, in today’s post I’ll share a review of my favorite hands free breast pump, the Momcozy S12 Pro. Pumping can be isolating and feel restrictive. But, it doesn’t have to. If your goal is to continuously feed your baby breastmilk, know that it is possible with the help of breast pumps. Hands free breast pumps can also make breastfeeding even more ..read more

When we finally got pregnant, the first thing I started thinking about was finding cute baby clothes for Everett. After searching and scrolling through Instagram I found Caden Lane, a line of cute, high-quality baby clothes. Founded by Katy Mimari, they’re based in Texas, and it’s run by a team of mom’s! They launched in 2004 with just a few products. But, now they make swaddles and blankets, infant apparel, accessories, baby name signs, items for mom, and more. Their prints on their footies and rompers are so fun and their fabrics are super soft. When I saw the cookie crumble romper and nickn ..read more

No matter if its your first trimester and you’re battling morning sickness or your third and you’re struggling to walk from room to room without losing your breath, having good maternity loungewear when pregnant is a must. Loungewear doesn’t have to just mean a matching set (although this one is so cute). It also means soft and stretchy dresses, comfy joggers and maybe even an easy-to-throw-on jumpsuit. But, not all loungewear is created equal. Some are specifically made and designed to make your motherhood journey more comfortable. So, I’m sharing a round-up of five maternity loungewear favor ..read more

Your new baby is here! All of a sudden, you’re in mom mode thinking about your milk coming in and when to start pumping and if you should supplement with formula or combo feed. One thing you don’t need to overthink is which nursing bra to wear. I’ve done the hard work for you and tried a bunch! Of course, like every pregnancy and every baby are unique – so are the ladies! Pre-pregnancy I was a full 36C. I’m currently a 36DD. So, be sure to take your size into consideration for how much support you might need. Today’s post is rounding up the best nursing bras and gives a full review across bran ..read more

An adult onesie? “Nah, I’ll never wear that,” I said. But, by the middle of my second trimester when my belly popped and in all of my third tri I was craving easy outfits that flattered my new, growing body. One of the best ways to make getting dressed a breeze is to add a few cute maternity rompers and jumpsuits to your closet. Go ahead. Call it an adult onesie! It’s very much on trend and a perfect way to slay your pregnancy style. They’re super convenient to wear and great for running errands or going to brunch. When styled the right way they’re also a polished look for work. Below are a fe ..read more