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Fashion Friday! Maxi-Mom Style

Amy — Fri, 17 May 2013 11:00:05 +0000

Last week I shared with you my love of the maxi skirt. This week, we’re exploring the maxi skirt/dress for all shapes and sizes because the maxi skirt/dress might just be one of the most comfortable items of clothing to own. Under 5’5″ Clothes are designed for women between 5’5″ and 5’9″, therefore if you [...]

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The Mother-in-Law, Daughter-in-Law Dance

Sarahlynne — Thu, 16 May 2013 01:33:41 +0000

How do you feel about your mother-in-law? Ask most women this question and you will probably hear a few answers, ranging from, “she’s nice, but…” “she doesn’t like me,” “I can’t deal with her,” or the classic, “she’s so different from me; we only talk about the kids and the weather, you know, easy stuff.” [...]

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What No One Wants to Admit About Their Marriage After a Baby

Evanthia — Mon, 13 May 2013 13:54:04 +0000

Lately, I’ve been having these dreams…romantic dreams. Not sexual, just romantic, but painfully romantic. You know, the way romance felt when you were a super-hormonal teenager, and just a fleeting glance from your crush could send you into a tizzy? Those kinds of dreams. I’m sure it’s my subconscious’s way of telling me that romance [...]

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Fashion Friday! Spring Uniform + Blue Nile Giveaway!

Amy — Fri, 10 May 2013 11:00:08 +0000

I love playing around with fashion, however, there is something nice about having a great, easy, default outfit to go to. In other words – a uniform. Here is my spring uniform: Metallic sandals + maxi skirt + oversize tote + t-shirt + dangle earrings = One comfortably stylish mom The maxi skirt, especially one made out [...]

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Five Things I Didn’t Know About Babies…Until the Second Time Around

Sarahlynne — Wed, 08 May 2013 18:56:26 +0000

For the last few months, I’ve noticed that even though I swore I wouldn’t do anything different with A than I did with K, I have been. Some things, of course, have been the same. But we all live and learn. And here’s so far, what I’ve learned. 1. Infants need to nap every 60-90 [...]

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Top-Ten Tuesday: Baby Registry Essentials

Evanthia — Tue, 07 May 2013 00:52:22 +0000

When preparing for your first baby, it’s so hard to tell what you actually need. What’s truly an “essential,” and what’s a gimmick? Which brands are reputable? Which products will stand the test of time? As a mother of two, I’d like to share some of my favorite finds with you. Some of these things [...]

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Need a Great Nursing Pillow? Look No Further. The Mombo’s Got You Covered.

Sarahlynne — Sat, 04 May 2013 23:43:48 +0000

This post brought to you by Comfort and Harmony. All opinions are 100% mine. After my c-section, my whole abdomen was pretty much off-limits for a couple of weeks. The pain subsided quickly, except when there was a little infant leaning on it. But, I wanted to breastfeed. So I needed a nursing pillow that [...]

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Fashion Friday! Haute Mama Earrings

Amy — Fri, 03 May 2013 11:00:59 +0000

I was so happy to see earrings on Evanthia’s stellar Mother’s Day gift list! Earrings are definitely my favorite jewelry item. So many affordable options in shape, size and trend to consider! Earrings can frame your face, add color, bring in a unique element to any outfit and they are EASY. Throw on a pair and any [...]

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My Son Has a Pink Purse. Here’s Why.

Sarahlynne — Wed, 01 May 2013 01:50:47 +0000

“Is that for your sister?” the woman behind the counter asked as my son put his sparkly pink purse up on the counter for purchase. He looked at me, completely confused. He’d been asking for a purse for two weeks. Today, he picked this one out and had carried it throughout the store. Was I [...]

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Mother’s Day Gifts Done Right

Evanthia — Sun, 28 Apr 2013 14:35:58 +0000

Still hunting for that perfect Mother’s Day gift? We’ve got a whole bunch of ideas that are sure to suit the special moms in your life. Personalized Photo Cards Let’s start with something simple: why not use your very own photos to make personalized cards for the moms you love? Sites like Treat [...]

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