Going from One to Two Kids
Going from one to two kids, I immediately felt this immense guilt that I was somehow doing a disservice to my first baby. Perry, was one month away
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The Mama Edit: Perry Started Preschool
Perry started preschool this September and it has been a rollercoaster of emotions! I finally have a chance to write about it and I can’t believe it’s been over two months. I’m happy to report that she likes it and has agreed to go back! For about two weeks leading up to the big day, […]
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The Mama Edit: Dylan is 4 Months!
Dylan turned four months last week! He is the best baby. He’s usually in a good mood loves to smile, laugh and have long babbling conversations. Time goes by so fast when you have a newborn. I’m trying to
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Mama of Two-Lessons Learned
This week was my first Mother’s Day as a mama of two! I am so thankful for my babies, who made me a mama and bring J and I joy every day. Here are some things I’ve learned in my first year of motherhood and the beginnings of my second year as a mama of two!
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We’re Having a…
I’m now nine months pregnant! This pregnancy has gone by so quickly, most likely because we’re busy taking care of a toddler. This time around, we’ve been taking it easy
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Perry’s First Birthday Party at Talula’s Garden
When Julian and I first started planning Perry’s first birthday party, we knew a few things: 1) We wanted something nontraditional 2) we wanted it to be outdoors surrounded by greenery, and
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St. Thomas and Breastfeeding in Public
One of the biggest challenges of traveling with an infant or even daily life with an infant is figuring out where and how to feed your baby. I’ve read about some really crazy experiences women have had where people would tell them to cover up, go to the bathroom, and how generally disgusting it […]
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12 Things I learned in the First Month of Being a Mama
It all started when I saw 2 lines on a pregnancy test that I didn’t even plan to take in the first place because I didn’t think for a second I could be pregnant. I called J over to see for himself and we both stared at each other in shock at the realization that we […]
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No, I’m Not Having Twins…and Other Strange Comments I heard Throughout My Pregnancy
Throughout my pregnancy, I started to notice how warm and friendly most people in Philly were. While on most days, people tend to keep to themselves and focus on their next destination, I found myself walking down the street and having conversations with random strangers about my due date, whether I was having a boy or […]
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Dressing the Bump
My Outfit Details: Dress: Riller & Fount via Shopbop | Sunglasses: Banana Republic, sold out (similar here) | Sandals: Diana Von Furstenberg via Zappos | Lipstick: Turkish Delight by NARS These pictures were taken from my little brother’s 16th birthday party. It’s hard to believe he’s 16! Notice that he’s a couple feet taller than me, even when i’m wearing 4 […]
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Lady in Red
My Outfit Details: Dress: Isabella Oliver (on sale!) | Sandals: Sam Edelman via Shopbop | Tote: Tory Burch, sold out [similar here (on sale!)] | Sunglasses: Banana Republic, sold out (similar here) It’s getting more difficult to find clothes that fit my growing baby bump. Jeans don’t quite fit right anymore (if they even button that day), shirts that […]
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We'll Get to Bermuda Fast and Then We'll Take it Slow
My Outfit Details: Cover up: NastyGal (consider waiting for a coupon!) | Hat: J.Crew (use code SHOPSALE for 40-60% off original prices!) | Sunglasses: Banana Republic (use code BRNEED for 20% off regular-priced items) You know you’re on vacation when a Tuesday feels like a Saturday. There’s no need to look at your watch, make-up is optional, and the only decision you […]
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Back to Black
My Outfit Details: Dress: Topshop, sold out [similar here (not maternity)] | Denim Jacket: Halogen via Nordstrom | Clutch: J.Crew | Sandals: DVF | Lipstick: Relentlessly Red by MAC via Nordstrom I’ve been practically living in this dress since our baby girl came on board. It’s great to wear to work with a pair of pointy toed pumps and easy to […]
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Baby Girl Arrives in September…
My Outfit Details: Dress: Mara Hoffman via Revolve Clothing | Sandals: Rebecca Minkoff | Handbag: Madewell | Lipstick: Turkish Delight by NARS We’re having a baby!! J and I are having a baby girl, due in September!! We’re both so so happy and to be honest, it feels very surreal sometimes. We’re so excited to be a mama and papa to […]
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