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Practical (But Fun!) Birthday Gift Ideas for Toddlers (That Aren't Toys)

Practical (But Fun!) Non-Toy Birthday Gift Ideas for Toddlers

Posted on August 28, 2019August 28, 2019

Two years in a row I resolve to have a low-key celebration for Mila’s birthday. Two years in a row I find myself frantically […]

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Choosing a Double Stroller - Pros and Cons of Britax B-Ready G3

Choosing a Double Stroller: Pros and Cons of Britax B-Ready G3

Posted on May 11, 2019May 12, 2019

This is a sponsored post written by me on behalf of Britax. All opinions, advice and the most adorable babies are completely my own. […]

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Baby Shower (or Birthday Party) Decor that Can Transition to the Nursery

Multi-Purpose Baby Shower (or Birthday Party) Decor that Can Transition to the Nursery or Playroom

Posted on April 22, 2019April 22, 2019

Looking for party decorating ideas that double as nursery or playroom decor? I’ve got 10 ideas for you. Let’s be honest, baby showers and […]

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12 Modern Baby Books + Keepsake Memory Journals

12 Modern Baby Books + Keepsake Memory Journals

Posted on March 18, 2019March 18, 2019

I’ve been meaning to put pen to paper (or rather fingers to keyboard) and craft a sarcastic little piece titled, “20 Telltale Signs You […]

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Polina’s Birth Story

Posted on February 23, 2019March 15, 2019

To be frank, my labor and delivery took far less time than it’ll take you to read this birth story. But of course, I’m […]

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15 Things I'm Doing Differently with Baby Number Two

15 Things I’m Doing Differently with Baby Number Two

Posted on January 25, 2019January 25, 2019

Every first-time mom encounters a certain degree of trial-and-error the first few months of her baby’s life; that’s a fact. Sure, our intentions are […]

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What's in My Hospital Bag for Baby No. 2 (Minimalist Checklist)ย 

What’s in My Hospital Bag for Baby No. 2 (And What I’m Purposely Leaving Out)

Posted on January 14, 2019January 15, 2019

When I compare my two pregnancies, they are as different as night and day. With Mila, I was the classic first-time mom. Every free […]

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Let's Talk Baby Names, Round 2

Let’s Talk Baby Names, Round 2

Posted on January 9, 2019January 9, 2019

Is anyone really surprised that on Saturday I’ll be 35 weeks pregnant, and we have yet to pick a name? I didn’t think so. […]

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Celebrate the Real: Documenting Everyday Life with Young Children

Celebrate the Real: Documenting Everyday Life with Young Children

Posted on December 10, 2018December 10, 2018

This is a sponsored post written by me on behalf ofย Baby Dove. All opinions, advice and the most adorable baby are 100% my own. […]

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50 Last-Minute Advent Ideas: Acts of Kindness and Family Activities

50 Last-Minute Advent Ideas: Acts of Kindness and Family Activities

Posted on December 2, 2018December 3, 2018

Every November I tell myself that this will be the year of the Advent calendar.ย Suddenly, it’s December, and I’m left wondering where the last […]

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How To Sleep Train (Yourself): A Shift in Perspective

Posted on September 17, 2018September 19, 2018

This is a sponsored post written by me on behalf ofย Ergobaby.ย All opinions, advice and the most adorable baby are 100% my own. Two things […]

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Mila's Balloon-Filled First Birthday Party

Mila’s Balloon-Filled First Birthday Party

Posted on August 29, 2018August 29, 2018

One month and one day ago, our Mila turned 1 (I’ll spare you my clichรฉ “oh my, how time flies” saga). We opted for […]

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Reason number 248036 why I not-so-secretly want to Reason number 248036 why I not-so-secretly want to live in the project house ๐ŸŒธ๐ŸŒธ๐ŸŒธ I'm in BIG trouble once the peonies start to bloom!
I never thought I would miss the chaos of trying t I never thought I would miss the chaos of trying to get two babies dressed and into the car every time we had to go somewhere...but I kinda do. ๐Ÿ˜†๐Ÿ™ƒ What's one thing you previously complained about but now find yourself missing during this quarantine?
My little ballerinas...without a care in the world My little ballerinas...without a care in the world. ๐Ÿ’— How are you all feeling after today's announcement from the president?
When I start to feel overwhelmed by the amount of When I start to feel overwhelmed by the amount of projects we still have to finish (so many!)...or all the major purchases I still have to make (๐Ÿ’ธ๐Ÿ’ธ๐Ÿ’ธ)...or what will happen to the real estate market given the current state of events...or the most obvious of concerns (the dreaded C-word) โ€” I venture over to the almost finished master bathroom and just stare. ๐Ÿ–ค๐Ÿ–ค๐Ÿ–ค The oh-so-talented @roomfortuesday challenged us to share a happy corner of our homes โ€“ well this is mine. What's yours?
We uncovered the floors at the house and I cannot We uncovered the floors at the house and I cannot believe we are so so close to being finished! I better start sourcing furniture if I want to stage this place in time! P.S. Can you spot the new exterior color and deck through the windows? ๐Ÿ˜ฎ P.S.S. Yes I know a lot is happening in the world right now but I'm choosing to redirect my energy to more productive things instead of breaking my brain trying to figure out this madness.
We collected flowers and rocks and sticks and swun We collected flowers and rocks and sticks and swung on swings and dug in dirt with our bare hands and honestly it was just what the doctor ordered. ๐Ÿ’—
I wish I could say I see the light at the end of t I wish I could say I see the light at the end of the renovation tunnel but we've hit round 3 (or is it 4 now?) of sickness in our house so everything is at a complete standstill...unless you count the ๐Ÿ’ธ๐Ÿ’ธ๐Ÿ’ธ I've been spending online ordering ALL THE THINGS. Side note: why are there so many things?! โ€ขโ€ขโ€ข But in case you were wondering...I am definitely team "Light Fixtures in the Bedroom." โ˜บ๏ธ I understand that some may prefer a fan to help cool a room. If you're renovating for yourself and a fan is an absolute necessity for your lifestyle then by all means put the fan up. BUT if you're looking to market a home for sale (and especially if you plan to stage the house) then go for the beautiful light fixture. No buyer has ever walked into a room and said "my goodness what a gorgeous fan!" but it's not uncommon to hear "look at that beautiful chandelier โ€“ such a statement!" and we all know first impressions are important in real estate. โ€ขโ€ขโ€ข Psychologists say that we make up our mind about a person within the first fifteen seconds of meeting them and I think the same is true of a house. So yes...when selling go for what looks best โ€“ at least that's my rationale and I'm sticking to it. ๐Ÿ˜† Besides...it's a very easy change if someone is a diehard fan fan...see what I did there??? โ€ขโ€ขโ€ข P.S. We've been cooped up in the house for far too long. โ€ขโ€ขโ€ข P.S.S. The end vote was 50|50 in my stories.
In case the nonstop sneaks peeks on Insta stories In case the nonstop sneaks peeks on Insta stories weren't enough of an indication: I am SO FREAKING EXCITED about the master bathroom transformation. This space is really coming along...in fact it's so far along that I better hurry up and start blogging the process while it's still relevant. So today on the blog I'm sharing a really detailed post. There's an extensive "before" tour + my design plan for the space + I talk about which changes I would've made in an alternative fantasy world where budgets and structural limitations don't exist. ๐Ÿ˜† Oh and you finally get to see that beautiful over-the-tub chandelier I've been going on about. It's fun and it's educational and I hope you'll check it out. Link in bio.
It's taking me 2 weeks to finish the master bathro It's taking me 2 weeks to finish the master bathroom design plan post...and I wish I could blame the chaos that is my life right now but I'm basically writing a novel โ€“ so brace yourselves. ๐Ÿ˜† Apparently I have a lot of feelings about bathroom renovations โ€“ and I'm not afraid to share them. ๐Ÿ˜œ In the meantime here's a reminder of the beautiful tiled floors...and a quick comparison to the "before" to help me keep going.
Team brass or team chrome? Obviously I love both โ€“ especially when used together. ๐Ÿ™Œ๐Ÿผ Styling these moodboards is like therapy for me and when you're renovating an entire house in a matter of months (with babies!) โ€“ therapy may not be such a bad idea. ๐Ÿ˜†๐Ÿ™ƒ Did you see the latest post on the blog yet? It's all about how I'm designing the guest bathroom to be classic but full of personality...appealing to the masses but still unique...basically taking on the impossible. Let me know what you thought!

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How I Find the Best Deals on Home Decor + Furniture

How I Find the Best Deals on Home Decor + Furniture

Posted on April 1, 2020April 1, 2020

Not to toot my own horn or anything (is that not the strangest expression?), but I have quite the talent for finding the best […]

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Hanging Pendants Over an Angled Peninsula

Hanging Pendants Over an Angled Peninsula

Posted on March 25, 2020March 25, 2020

I’m thinking it’s time I start a design series titled, “Issues That Are a Direct Result of the Angled Peninsula.” I’d have enough content […]

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Roundup: My Favorite Affordable Brass Pendant Lights

Roundup: My Favorite Affordable Brass Pendant Lights

Posted on March 14, 2020March 16, 2020

Last week was a strange one (isn’t that the understatement of the century?) Instead of trying to figure out why the world has gone […]

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Roundup: My Favorite Affordable Patterned Tile Options

Roundup: My Favorite Affordable Patterned Tile Options

Posted on March 10, 2020March 15, 2020

Have you seen the patterned tile we’re using in the master bathroom remodel? If you’re following our renovation on Instagram, you’re probably rolling your […]

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The Master Bathroom Design Plan, Moodboard + Before Images

The Master Bathroom Design Plan, Moodboard + Before Images

Posted on March 3, 2020March 3, 2020

If the nonstop sneaks peeks on Instagram weren’t enough of an indication, let me make it clear: I am SO excited about the master […]

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