Vivienne slept until 6:30 sooo basically got to sl

Vivienne slept until 6:30 sooo basically got to sleep in! Wondering how I’m going to manage night time feedings and a toddler who wakes up early?! 🤪 It’s going to be an adjustment for sure and it’s happening so soon. 32 weeks today and so ready to meet our babe.
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Linked the leopard lounge set I’ve been wearing non-stop here: http://liketk.it/2U6I5 #liketkit @liketoknow.it #splendidla #lifewithatoddler #twoundertwo #homestyle #cuteloungewear #bedroomdecor

Friday walks with my most favorite girl. Thanks fo

Friday walks with my most favorite girl. Thanks for being my little sunshine ☀️
~
http://liketk.it/2U0BV #liketkit @liketoknow.it #mommydaughterday #toddlerhood #soontobebigsis #phxblogger #myjujube

This feels like a lifetime ago 🎀 We were so exc

This feels like a lifetime ago 🎀
We were so excited to find out our first baby was going to be a girl! It had been such a long journey to get to that point that really all we cared about was having a healthy and happy babe but just knowing the gender made it so much more real - and we were overjoyed!
Now as we prepare for our second baby we’re feeling that excitement all over again but I’m also starting to feel a tinge of sadness that my first baby won’t be my one and only little one much longer 🥺 It’s bittersweet. But I know our hearts will only grow and baby will feel like they were always meant to be 🤍
I’ll FINALLY be sharing what we’re having later this week and I can’t wait!! What’s your guess?! And if you know (close friends & fam!) no spoiling the fun 🤐😉
#genderreveal #boyorgirl #babynumbertwo #partyoffour #octoberbaby #phxblogger

Challenge accepted 🤍 May we know them, be them,

Challenge accepted 🤍 May we know them, be them, raise them. We are so much stronger supporting one another. Thank you @cece_lopez21 for the love. #womensupportingwomen

Friday Introductions! Is that a thing? We’re mak

Friday Introductions!
Is that a thing? We’re making it one 😉
It has been WAY too long since I’ve introduced myself to you guys and if you’re anything like me, you like to know who you “follow” so without further ado here are 5 things you should probs know about me if you’ve welcomed me into your Insta inner circle:

1. I’m a Virgo. I figured I should start with this one because if you REALLY want to “get-to-know-me” just read up on Virgos. I’m textbook Virgo and love my fellow Virgos so much. Leave me a ♍️ in the comments if you’re one too.

2. I’m a mom to a determined, full of feelings, fun-loving 17-month old little lady named Vivienne and am currently 7-months pregnant. Yes, this means our hands are full but guess what? Our hearts are fuller.

3. I married my college sweetheart. Truthfully I’ve never called him that but it just felt right to do so 🤷🏻‍♀️ I was in a sorority.. he was in a fraternity. He was the first boy I met during one of our events and I never looked back. I was very intrigued by his NY “accent”, his love for his family (specifically his nieces/nephews & mom - that says a lot in my book), his kindness, and that he loved hockey - I never met anyone who was so passionate about a sport.

4. My mom is my best friend. I was raised by a very hardworking single mom who literally did everything for her kids. I am in awe of all she’s accomplished, especially now that I am a mom myself. Women are incredible 💪🏼

5. I’m a good judge of character. I feel a person’s energy so deeply that I will quickly retract if there’s bad juju there. I used to be really bad about keeping negative people around me but not anymore. There’s just no time for that, ya feel me?

I would LOVE to know a little about you guys as well. Share something fun about yourself in the comments below or let me know if one of my rando facts resonated with you! 🤍
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Dress & similar options found here: http://liketk.it/2T3u7 #liketkit @liketoknow.it

A round of applause because you made it to Wednesd

A round of applause because you made it to Wednesday 👏🏼
This week I’ve been working hard on refinishing the bedroom set I picked up for the baby’s nursery. Dare I say I might be done by Sunday 😅 But we shall see.. I’ve been so much better at not overextending myself this pregnancy. I’m sure being quarantined has a lot to do with it but it’s been nice - a silver lining. Can’t wait to share how it all turns out once I’m finished. I’m completely in nest mode and just want the house ready for when baby arrives!
What’s on your agenda this week?
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#thirdtrimester #nesting #octoberbaby #phxblogger #bigsistobe #mamaoftwo #arizonaphotographer #mamaswithstyle

28 weeks growing you 🕊 I can’t wait to hold y

28 weeks growing you 🕊
I can’t wait to hold you in my arms little one. It’s felt like an eternity since we found out you were on the way. This world is not the same. But it’s still one I can’t wait to show you. Our excitement and profound love for you has only grown with each little kick, sound of your heartbeat and wiggle you give us to let us know you’re doing just fine. We can’t wait to meet you 🤍
#12weekstogo #octoberbaby #babymakesfour

🎶 Lookout weekend 'cause, here I come Because

🎶 Lookout weekend 'cause, here I come
Because weekends were, made for fun 🎶
We have plans to clean and clear out what will be baby’s room so I don’t know if technically that’s considered “fun” but I’m excited! We’ve gotten pretty good at making the most out of our weekends at home and most of the time that includes organizing 🤷🏻‍♀️
What are your weekend plans?
Special thanks to @jujube_intl for gifting us our backpacks. Vivi gets such a kick out of twinning with mommy and I’m soaking it all up before it’s not cool to match me anymore. Also, how cute is she?! 😍
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Linked our backpacks here: http://liketk.it/2S4fp #liketkit @liketoknow.it #myjujube #babymakesfour #girlmama #babyontheway

Are you still shopping loungewear or starting to d

Are you still shopping loungewear or starting to dabble in summer clothing? 🧐
Being pregnant in the middle of summer and basically still self-quarantined has me in lounge mode but I have started prepping for postpartum life and it’s gotten me a little excited for fashion again. Lately it’s been all about home décor and that’s where my monies gone but a part of me is itching for real clothes.
Would you be excited for style posts again on the blog? Or are you still wearing sweat pants and shopping online for the next cute home gem like me? Let me know below!
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#sweatpantsareallthatfitsmerightnow #loungewearset #phoenixblogger #whatimwearing #summerstyles

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Vivienne slept until 6:30 sooo basically got to sl

Vivienne slept until 6:30 sooo basically got to sleep in! Wondering how I’m going to manage night time feedings and a toddler who wakes up early?! 🤪 It’s going to be an adjustment for sure and it’s happening so soon. 32 weeks today and so ready to meet our babe.
-
Linked the leopard lounge set I’ve been wearing non-stop here: http://liketk.it/2U6I5 #liketkit @liketoknow.it #splendidla #lifewithatoddler #twoundertwo #homestyle #cuteloungewear #bedroomdecor

Friday walks with my most favorite girl. Thanks fo

Friday walks with my most favorite girl. Thanks for being my little sunshine ☀️
~
http://liketk.it/2U0BV #liketkit @liketoknow.it #mommydaughterday #toddlerhood #soontobebigsis #phxblogger #myjujube

This feels like a lifetime ago 🎀 We were so exc

This feels like a lifetime ago 🎀
We were so excited to find out our first baby was going to be a girl! It had been such a long journey to get to that point that really all we cared about was having a healthy and happy babe but just knowing the gender made it so much more real - and we were overjoyed!
Now as we prepare for our second baby we’re feeling that excitement all over again but I’m also starting to feel a tinge of sadness that my first baby won’t be my one and only little one much longer 🥺 It’s bittersweet. But I know our hearts will only grow and baby will feel like they were always meant to be 🤍
I’ll FINALLY be sharing what we’re having later this week and I can’t wait!! What’s your guess?! And if you know (close friends & fam!) no spoiling the fun 🤐😉
#genderreveal #boyorgirl #babynumbertwo #partyoffour #octoberbaby #phxblogger

Challenge accepted 🤍 May we know them, be them,

Challenge accepted 🤍 May we know them, be them, raise them. We are so much stronger supporting one another. Thank you @cece_lopez21 for the love. #womensupportingwomen

Friday Introductions! Is that a thing? We’re mak

Friday Introductions!
Is that a thing? We’re making it one 😉
It has been WAY too long since I’ve introduced myself to you guys and if you’re anything like me, you like to know who you “follow” so without further ado here are 5 things you should probs know about me if you’ve welcomed me into your Insta inner circle:

1. I’m a Virgo. I figured I should start with this one because if you REALLY want to “get-to-know-me” just read up on Virgos. I’m textbook Virgo and love my fellow Virgos so much. Leave me a ♍️ in the comments if you’re one too.

2. I’m a mom to a determined, full of feelings, fun-loving 17-month old little lady named Vivienne and am currently 7-months pregnant. Yes, this means our hands are full but guess what? Our hearts are fuller.

3. I married my college sweetheart. Truthfully I’ve never called him that but it just felt right to do so 🤷🏻‍♀️ I was in a sorority.. he was in a fraternity. He was the first boy I met during one of our events and I never looked back. I was very intrigued by his NY “accent”, his love for his family (specifically his nieces/nephews & mom - that says a lot in my book), his kindness, and that he loved hockey - I never met anyone who was so passionate about a sport.

4. My mom is my best friend. I was raised by a very hardworking single mom who literally did everything for her kids. I am in awe of all she’s accomplished, especially now that I am a mom myself. Women are incredible 💪🏼

5. I’m a good judge of character. I feel a person’s energy so deeply that I will quickly retract if there’s bad juju there. I used to be really bad about keeping negative people around me but not anymore. There’s just no time for that, ya feel me?

I would LOVE to know a little about you guys as well. Share something fun about yourself in the comments below or let me know if one of my rando facts resonated with you! 🤍
-
Dress & similar options found here: http://liketk.it/2T3u7 #liketkit @liketoknow.it

A round of applause because you made it to Wednesd

A round of applause because you made it to Wednesday 👏🏼
This week I’ve been working hard on refinishing the bedroom set I picked up for the baby’s nursery. Dare I say I might be done by Sunday 😅 But we shall see.. I’ve been so much better at not overextending myself this pregnancy. I’m sure being quarantined has a lot to do with it but it’s been nice - a silver lining. Can’t wait to share how it all turns out once I’m finished. I’m completely in nest mode and just want the house ready for when baby arrives!
What’s on your agenda this week?
-
#thirdtrimester #nesting #octoberbaby #phxblogger #bigsistobe #mamaoftwo #arizonaphotographer #mamaswithstyle

28 weeks growing you 🕊 I can’t wait to hold y

28 weeks growing you 🕊
I can’t wait to hold you in my arms little one. It’s felt like an eternity since we found out you were on the way. This world is not the same. But it’s still one I can’t wait to show you. Our excitement and profound love for you has only grown with each little kick, sound of your heartbeat and wiggle you give us to let us know you’re doing just fine. We can’t wait to meet you 🤍
#12weekstogo #octoberbaby #babymakesfour

🎶 Lookout weekend 'cause, here I come Because

🎶 Lookout weekend 'cause, here I come
Because weekends were, made for fun 🎶
We have plans to clean and clear out what will be baby’s room so I don’t know if technically that’s considered “fun” but I’m excited! We’ve gotten pretty good at making the most out of our weekends at home and most of the time that includes organizing 🤷🏻‍♀️
What are your weekend plans?
Special thanks to @jujube_intl for gifting us our backpacks. Vivi gets such a kick out of twinning with mommy and I’m soaking it all up before it’s not cool to match me anymore. Also, how cute is she?! 😍
-
Linked our backpacks here: http://liketk.it/2S4fp #liketkit @liketoknow.it #myjujube #babymakesfour #girlmama #babyontheway

Are you still shopping loungewear or starting to d

Are you still shopping loungewear or starting to dabble in summer clothing? 🧐
Being pregnant in the middle of summer and basically still self-quarantined has me in lounge mode but I have started prepping for postpartum life and it’s gotten me a little excited for fashion again. Lately it’s been all about home décor and that’s where my monies gone but a part of me is itching for real clothes.
Would you be excited for style posts again on the blog? Or are you still wearing sweat pants and shopping online for the next cute home gem like me? Let me know below!
-
#sweatpantsareallthatfitsmerightnow #loungewearset #phoenixblogger #whatimwearing #summerstyles

Hard to believe this picture was taken several mon

Hard to believe this picture was taken several months ago when the belly was just starting to show and Arizona wasn’t boiling hot! ☀️
So much has changed since then that I find myself trying to adapt the “it could be worse” mentality. But then I stop myself and realize whatever feelings I’m having are valid and need to be processed. Yes I am so grateful for all I have and it COULD be worse but at the end of the day I’m human, with real, raw feelings that matter. Not all is bad and I try to be a “glass half full” kinda person but sometimes it’s good to sit with your emotions and try to understand why certain things make you react and feel the way you do. I’ve been able to learn so much about myself during this time and don’t plan on stopping any time soon.
How are you doing friends? What’s something you’ve learned about yourself in 2020?
#afternoonthoughts #learningandgrowing #betterthingsarecoming

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