a little late, but that’s life at times. cheers! be kinder, be happier. where to watch the Met Gala live. how to be kinder to yourself. what moms really want for Mother’s Day. how to find your people. clean bug spray – how cool! the best spots in nyc for tea ..read more

who else is excited to spring forward tomorrow? i’m looking forward to longer and brighter days – especially since i love a good walk at the end of the day. in terms of plans, Matt, Ollie and i are visiting with some out-of-town relatives, so we’re looking forward to some quality family time. here’s to a lovely weekend! how to find “microjoys” every day. five habits to implement this year. how chic is this raffia clutch? love this podcast episode on confidence. how to stream Oscar nominated films. my go-to sneakers to dress up or down. have you tried the 3-2-8 method? adore this classic stri ..read more

helllllllo! i know it’s been a while, but i’m hoping i can work on dedicating some more time to writing each week. i have so many things i want to share since my last post (in January!), so thank you for your patience and please stay tuned. on a side note, is anyone else ready to “spring forward” next weekend? the extra hour of sunlight always brings me so much joy. three simple words to stop negative thinking. officially my favorite white button-up shirt. your guide to seeing Washington, D.C.’s cherry blossoms. “rat snacks” are officially a thing. ready to try out these quick (and free!) p ..read more

honestly, it feels like my third trimester was years ago – despite the fact that i had Oliver less than five weeks ago. all i can think about is caring for my adorable newborn, sleep and recovering from childbirth (#fourthtrimester). the one thing i remember clearly though: i was so eager to meet Oliver, but i had a ton of anxiety surrounding fear of the unknown/giving birth for the first time. not to mention, the plan was to see if i went into labor by December 6th, two days before my due date, and if not, i would check into the hospital that night to get induced. i ended up being induced, b ..read more

oliver james micali ? born: 12/7/2022 at 5:46pm weight: 7 lbs. 9 ounces length: 20 1/2 inches ..read more

i wanted to save my “lately” post for November, but then i realized my last one was in (gasp) January… whoops knowing that, i’ll jump right in. p.s. happy Halloween! highs: so. many. highs lately! in no particular order: Baby Micali is thriving! i don’t want to jinx anything, but we’re now down to weekly appointments and his test results always come back with flying colors (thank goodness). it’s finally fall (although I wish the autumnal temperatures would be a little more consistent) and i couldn’t be happier to experience my favorite season after a brutal last month or two of summer heat ..read more

hello from the road back from Philadelphia! Matt and I were celebrating our friends’ wedding over the past 48 hours and (while I’m admit I need I need a long nap) had such a great time seeing everyone and partaking in all the festivities. on that note, if you’re in Philly, I highly suggest staying at the Canopy by Hilton Philadelphia Center City (great rooms/location) and treating yourself to dinner at the highly-regarded Israeli restaurant, Zahav (the bride and groom had the coolest rehearsal dinner there and the food was divine!). Not to mention, legendary Federal Donuts lives up to the hyp ..read more

X hello from Rhode Island! some of my girlfriends and i rented the cutest Airbnb for our annual fall getaway – we did more of a coastal twist this year, which has been fun – and we’ve just been soaking up quality time together, obsessing over the Airbnb decor (honestly it’s probably one of the most aesthetically pleasing one i’ve ever stayed in) and enjoying the change in temperature. hope your weekend is equally delightful (and happy October!) how to help those affected by Hurricane Ian. the best places to travel to this October. the perfect fall charcuterie board. who else is watching Hocu ..read more

can i just be the 93747297463633 person to say how much i love fall? i could wax on and on poetically about the autumnal foliage, cozy sweaters, pumpkin-flavored everything and seasonal decorations, but i’ll save you from my long-winded soliloquy so we can jump right into my fall bucket list for this year. plan an annual girls’ trip upstate (currently on it right now in beautiful Westerly, Rhode Island – love that we all agreed on a coastal twist this year). watch Hocus Pocus (and the new sequel!) bake some seasonal goodies. finish setting up/decorating the nursery. attend my two baby shower ..read more

the secret benefits of the eight minute phone call. actionable new year’s resolutions for new moms. adding this beauty to my next investment purse purchase. one of my favorite makeup products comes in a travel-sized version now! a great podcast listen on manifesting your dream life and achieving your goals. how cute is this quilted puffer coat? adore the nutmeg color. top tips to stick to your health goals for the new year. Allure editors’ favorite beauty products of 2022. the best places to shop vintage/resale online. 17 of the best global wellness retreats. the secret to getting everything ..read more