One thing I didn’t do a great job of that I wish I would’ve done during my first pregnancy was show off my bump. I was constantly trying to hide it because I was very self conscious of the weight I was gaining. This time around, I was determined to show off my baby bump no matter how big I got. I am growing a baby. There is absolutely nothing to be ashamed of and every reason in the world to feel proud and show it off. So, that’s my first bit of advice. Don’t be afraid to show off that growing baby and belly! You are growing a human and that is pretty amazing!

Here are some tips for having a stylish pregnancy:

-Size Up. You’d be surprised with how much you can wear throughout your pregnancy by buying one size larger. You will also be thankful for these pieces after you have your baby.

-Leggings are a must have for pregnant women. They are stretchy, comfortable, stylish and pretty much perfect. You will be able to wear yours for a while, but you might want to purchase a pair of maternity leggings during your last trimester. They are just so comfortable and fit so much better. They also have a tummy panel so you aren’t dealing with an extremely noticeable band across your stomach.

-Tunics Are Your Friend. You won’t even have to size up for these. I loved wearing tunics during both of my pregnancies. You can wear them with your leggings or jeans and they are so flowy that you can get away with wearing them throughout your entire pregnancy. Not only that, You will wear them after your pregnancy as well. They are in style and aren’t going away any time soon.

-Belt It. Do you have a super flowy dress that makes you feel like you’re wearing a tent? Throw a belt on and Wa La! You’re showing off that adorable baby bump!

-Maxi Dresses are your best friend. No matter the season, they are always in style. I received this one from Pink Blush Maternity and wore it all the time during the winter months. They are so comfortable and stylish. The perfect combination for a pregnant woman.

-Splurge On Maternity Jeans. I don’t know what I would’ve done without jeans this winter/spring. I have worn them to death. They were definitely worth the $40 I spent on them. I know you don’t want to spend a lot of pieces you will only wear for a few months, but the chances are, you will wear them again if you want multiple children. Jeans are a huge staple in my wardrobe. I couldn’t do without them.

How did you style your bump? Do you have any other tips?

This week has been crazy. The weather has been all of the place, but I’ve still managed to walk every day. Operation Have This Baby is underway. I am so ready. I cleaned the entire house over the weekend, went on a date with my husband and I might have made a few purchases. Oops. What can I say? These Spring 2015 fashion trends are killing me! I am sort of ready to not be pregnant any more so that I can enjoy them. Although, I will miss wearing this baby bump. 🙂

Here are some of the latest fashion trends I am Ooo-ing and Ahh-ing over:

Rompers – I just bought this striped romper at Old Navy and I am in love! It’s so comfortable AND has pockets which is a huge plus in my book. I have been obsessing over so any rompers. I will definitely be in them pretty often this summer!

Colored Suede – These moccasins in Seas Mist in particular are on my wish list. I am loving all of this colored suede that is super popular right now.

Gingham – I purchased this gingham dress from Gap via ThredUp and It has been great! I was able to wear it one time while pregnant, but my almost 39 weeks bump can no longer squeeze in it without looking ridiculous. I am really looking forward to wearing it a lot more this season.

Kimonos – This paisley kimono is from Walk Trendy. I saw it and had to have it! It is no secret that I love wearing kimonos, but during pregnancy, they are even more wonderful. I have loved styling tanks with kimonos and these linen shorts (from Old Navy for $10!) pair perfectly with this one!


Linen Shorts – Again, I felt like I stole these from Old Navy. I mean, $10? I have even been able to wear them during my pregnancy thanks to the forgiving elastic waist. They have been wonderful.

Denim Vests – I showed off my new denim vest a couple of weeks ago, but I am seriously obsessed with it. I have worn it so much already! It goes great with everything!

Birkenstocks – I can’t believe Birks are back “in.” I used to wear Birkenstocks every day for years when I was growing up. They were always my favorite because they are comfortable and go with nearly everything! They have made a comeback and I am really hoping to splurge on a pair in the near future!

What fashion trends are you loving this season?

If you didn’t already know, I’m a little bit of a nerd. I have always preferred to stay in and read a good book versus going out or to the movies, etc. Speaking of, you should check out my bookshelf if you’re into that sort of thing. 😉 I was always that girl in class who actually liked to learn new things. Annoying, I know. I just can’t help it!

Since I was 5 years old, I have worn glasses. I’ve always kind of had that nerdy look about me I
suppose. I like to think I’ve grown out of it a little bit, I mean I did get contacts and all…

Every once in a while, the nerd comes back out in me. I’m lucky, because stylish eyeglasses are in style right now (Yay!!). I have worn the same glasses for a while now and decided it was time for a new pair. I went to Firmoo’s website and picked out these babies! What do you think? I’m kind of in love. It made me feel extra good when my husband told me he thought I looked “cute” in them! Thanks, Ry!

Speaking of stylish, I just scored this adorable striped dress on Eleventh Avenue (formally Groupdealz) for less than $20! Stripes are very in this year if you couldn’t tell by every store window in America. Also, I bought this denim vest at Old Navy when I was out baby shopping the other day (don’t you love how that happens?). I am kind of obsessed with it and will be wearing it for the rest of the year. For sure.

New customers to Firmoo can now receive 50% off their first pair of glasses!

What is your favorite current trend? Were you a little nerdy growing up? Or one of those “popular” types? 😉

Transitioning from winter to spring can be so tricky. The weather seems to be so back and forth for a couple of months until the temperature decides to make up it’s mind and stay warm. Until then, you need these pieces to get you through the uncertainty that is weather.

Light Sweater – I like this oversized sweater and this one in coral.

First off, Happy April Fools day! Do you play pranks and jokes on people for April fools? I’ve never really gotten into it like a lot of people do. I’m not really sure why…

Have you seen the new Cinderella movie? If not, you definitely should. Like, now. It is the cutest movie I’ve seen in a long time! Cinderella was one of my favorite childhood movies, so going to see this one made me feel like a little girl again.

While I was perusing Khols the other day, I discovered that Lauren Conrad has a Cinderella collection. No, I am not kidding! I am so in love with this dress. How pretty is it? It is perfect for all of these upcoming spring and summer weddings as well as church. I’ve always loved LC and her line at Khols, but now I love her even more!

What was your favorite movie as a child?

Ralph Lauren Sunglasses: c/o Sunglasses Shop // Chambray: Old Navy // Tank: TJ Maxx // Shorts: Motherhood

Usually, we have crazy weather during the spring months. There is no such thing as “nice” “cool” or “warm” weather in Alabama. It is either extremely hot and humid or extremely cold. For the last couple of weeks, the weather has been back and forth per usual, but the last couple of days we have been able to enjoy much needed sunny days. There is something about the sun coming out after a few rainy days that makes you feel so energized and happy. I am loving the warmth on my skin and being able to play outside with Hampton without freezing.

With all of these sunny days ahead, I desperately needed a new pair of sunglasses. I wanted a good quality pair of designer sunglasses that were affordable. Sounds crazy, yes? But, Sunglasses Shop offers great designer sunglasses from Versace to Ray-Bans for great prices!

I am loving my new sunnies and you can count on seeing them around these parts for the rest of the year. They are the perfect fit and style that I was looking for. Plus, how can you go wrong with Ralph Lauren? A good pair of sunglasses is a must for everyone. It is definitely a staple item in my collection of accessories.

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Have you been out enjoying the warmer weather?

Spring is in the air! We have had some pretty crazy weather around these parts the last couple of weeks. Tons of rain with extremely hot weather one day and extremely cold the next. The weather can’t make up it’s mind, which means only one thing. It’s almost springtime! I love this time of year and it seems like it doesn’t get as much hype as the other seasons. When you’re up against Christmas, Halloween and lazy pool days, it can be hard to compete, but I love spring. All of the fresh blooms and the celebration of Christ’s resurrection is enough to get me excited. Plus, the warmer weather is definitely something to celebrate.

I am officially 30 weeks pregnant (and 4 days). I’ll be honest, most days, I just want to stay in sweat pants all day, and working from home makes it very easy to do that, but I always feel a million times better if I make myself get dressed for the day. There is just something about getting dressed that is an instant mood booster. I feel more confident and ready to tackle the day ahead. This top is perfect because it is cute and acceptable to wear while running errands but also extremely comfortable. I love the color block look, but the colors are what really caught my attention. I love that it is still neutral but has a little added pink. It’s simple and feminine.

I am totally obsessed with these earrings from Laguna Pearl. They can be easily dressed up or down. The dark color was the perfect contrast with this outfit. I am not a huge fan of flashy jewelry. I love simple and elegant pieces. I love these studs because they are a funky twist on an old classic that will never go out of style.

I am definitely feeling a lot more pregnant this week. My energy hasn’t been quite what it has been and my workouts have been really tough. I’m starting to have a harder time fitting in my pre-pregnancy tops, so I am very thankful for the few maternity items I have acquired. I’ve also been feeling a lot of pressure and I’m pretty sure baby #2 has started moving down a bit. I’m going to the doctor this morning, so I am really excited to check up on baby girl!

What is your go-to clothing item that is stylish but comfortable? Do you wear flashy or simple jewelry?

This Saturday will be Ryan and my 8th Valentine’s day together! It is so incredibly hard to believe. Most days, I feel like it was yesterday that we met in Gatlinburg and fell for each other almost immediately. A little over 8 years, a marriage, baby and another baby on the way later, here we are! We are still not 100% sure how we are celebrating Valentine’s Day this year, but it may include a little nugget named Hampton, so this mama wants to look good for her boys!

You may remember me talking about my latest pregnancy craving, well it’s still going strong. I am obsessing over Pink Blush’s spring line. Don’t worry, you will be seeing more of their styles on my blog very soon! I thought this dress was appropriate for Valentine’s day. It is feminine, flirty and makes a pregnant woman still feel like she’s got it. You know what I mean? Not to mention, it’s pink. One of my very favorite colors. I have been loving the color pink lately as we are preparing for our baby girl’s arrival. I recently bought her a few pink bows/outfits that are so adorable, I just can’t even wait to match her and wear our pink every Wednesday. It will happen.

I love this fun dress because I will definitely be able to wear it even after my pregnancy this summer which is awesome with a capital A.

What are your plans this Valentine’s Day? Do you know what you’re wearing?

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This pregnancy I have been determined not to buy maternity clothes. I have actually bought a couple pairs of pants for work/church, but for the most part, I have done really well just working with what I’ve got. Thank goodness leggings and tunics are in style. They have really been my go-to.

I found this open cardigan at The Loft, a.k.a. my obsession over the holidays and bought it with some of my Christmas money. I have worn it every other day since. Not kidding. It feels like a sweatshirt and is so comfortable. It’s also long enough to wear with leggings and actually cover my badonk! Win/win.

So, Hampton has his 8th tooth (and maybe more?) coming in right now. For the last week he has not been himself at all. He has had a fever off and on, runny nose, not sleeping etc. but he has also started pitching fits. I know it’s because he is in pain, but wow, I wasn’t expecting that for a few more months. He will literally throw himself in the floor and start screaming and hitting at me. It has been so tough and very tiring. I have given him Tylenol as he needs it, but that seems to make him even more grumpy. Teething has definitely gotten worse as he has gotten older.

Have any of you experienced this with your young toddlers? Do you have any advice on how to manage his pain and tantrums?

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