Notice the new branding? Well, it’s really only the beginning. I have a few more things up my sleeves… so stay tuned!!!
I have been kind of driving myself crazy about the pink and green thing. The damask? I was over it. Way, way… way over it. Actually, this post was the initial brainstorm behind what I wanted to do. I kind of whipped up that post as a trial run. (Like how people tell you to write what you want as a tattoo on a Post-It and put it on your mirror?) I’ve been pulling it up every now and then to see if I still like it. Yep.
The day I pulled the trigger, it was completely spur of the moment. It was particularly HOT outside and I was just… inspired to go for it.
Leading up to that post, I had been pulling images on a secret Pinterest board. Here’s ultimately what inspired the new look:
I love the new look! I've been working on new layouts and things for my blog as well, and I completely get you mean about being frustrated and just going for it! xx
I love this! When we (my husband and I) redesigned my blog recently we went with mint and grey. They're my favorite colors and I just think they look perfect together. I adore your redesign, it's gorgeous.
Love the rebranding! I've been inspired recently by turquoise and gold glitter and decided to give my blog a new look using that combo. I'll have to start a moodboard for it now too! Thanks for the tip!
so much better – actually I recently commented on your instagram that I wasn't particularly fond of the pink and green either. loving the pink, gold and tortoise inspriation
I can't wait for you to revamp the site! You're so talented, I think you should have your own design/clothing line one day LOL. I'll be your #1 fan!!! Your Friend, Jess
I have been calling myself a Chill Mom™️ since having Jack and now I’m realizing that I’m even chiller with Rory. (Like is birth order really less about sibling order and more about the version of mom you’re born to?) I’ve been just rolling with Rory’s infancy and I’m so much happier. Maybe it’s just that I’m more tired with a toddler too, or know that it’s going to go by so fast, or just have more confidence… probably a combination. I feel less obsessive and less stressed out by the details. I’m “making it” without having to fake it. As an example, today I noticed I hadn’t tracked a single nap- just watching sleepy cues and trying to get to a “good enough” pattern as Rory’s naps consolidate. Is he following a ~perfect~ nap schedule? No. Are we thriving? Frankly, yes!
(If you want to read my original Chill Mom post, comment “chill mom” and l’ll send it to you via DM!)
We came, we saw elephants, we ate ice cream 🐘🦒🦓 @ashleybrooke and I always talk about how we became FAST friends. Somehow we have been right there with each other during some of life’s worst moments… so it’s extra sweet that we now get to celebrate the good ones! Watching our boys play together, a little baby in a stroller, and another baby on the way… it’s everything we dreamed of.
Somehow yesterday felt like a week, last month was last year, and last year was a decade ago… but then time is simultaneously going by so fast too. The past ten weeks have gone by in a blink! Everyone warns you it goes by fast and they’re not wrong…. The days are long but oh how I wish time would slow down a bit? Or that maybe I could bottle up a tiny bit of these precious boys at every stage so I could revisit them down the road 🤍
I have grown to LOVE baby wearing. Not only do I think it’s such a nice and cozy way to bond with baby, it’s also incredibly practical, especially when you have a toddler to keep up with too! The @wildbird aerial carrier was a treat for myself- and I’m so obsessed with it. 👶🏼 Leave a comment “wildbird” and I’ll DM you the color I have as well as my personal review of it (including some troubleshooting tips).
Some top level things I like; - it’s easy to put on! - it’s so, so comfortable (for me AND baby!) - the little flap is seamless and provides extra support while baby naps and privacy when we need/want it
This affordable rechargeable LED lamp is cute and then made even cuter with this wicker lampshade! 💡✨ No cords needed- just charge and place wherever you want. (Will be extra perfect for dining outdoors this summer!) 💫 Comment “lamp” and I’ll send you links to the LED lamp ($38 for a pair!) and the lampshade (available in a few styles- including a darling blue).
Not really in the mood to be in photos right now, but I keep telling myself I’ll want to look back on these moments and remember them. (Right?!) when I look at these photos in 10, 20, 30 years…
I hope I remember Jack “rescuing” Rory from a windy tent, not how I stood in front of my closet with tears in my eyes.
I hope I remember watching Jack roll down hills and play hop scotch and scoot down the sidewalk with his besties, not that I caught a glimpse of my reflection and didn’t recognize myself.
I hope I remember sitting outside with my friend happily watching our kids play (while watching the minutes until bedtime tick by), and not that I spent too much time zooming in and examining every new wrinkle on my face.
I hope I remember the pure joy of these early warm days with my little family whom I love so much 🤍
The weather is warming up and I’m feeling slightly more comfortable in my skin every day ☀️ Here’s what I wore last week as a mom of two. I have a two and a half year old toddler and a two month old so I need outfits I feel good in, can chase a little guy around in, AND that I can breastfeed easily while wearing. 🔗 Leave a comment with “OUTFITS” to get links to every outfit I wore!
I love it! I think this is so much more you. The pink and green was awesome then, but everything and everyone grows!
Keep up the amazing posts! 🙂
AJ | TheAJMinute
I am really loving the new look! It's grown up and sophisticated but still fun and playful. Great job! AND you've inspired me to make a moodboard. 🙂
Sydney
http://girlmeetspearls.blogspot.com
The Tumblr is particularly cute! I always love me some pink!
Love the mood board idea and the new look!
lifehalffull.com
love it! I just did some rebranding myself!
Ashley
the-southern-prepster.blogspot.com/
Love it!
I just love the new look!
Hunter
preponabudge.blogspot.com
I love the new look! I've been working on new layouts and things for my blog as well, and I completely get you mean about being frustrated and just going for it! xx
The new look has a great mix: clean, fun, and still tons of personality! I love it!
I love the new look!!
Can't wait to see what else you have in store 🙂
Love it!!
I really like it and love your newest wallpaper/iphone/ipad backgrounds!
I really like everything! Excited to see what other surprises you have!
I love it! Pink and tortoiseshell are 2 of my favorites!
i am loving the new look! pink and tortoiseshell are 2 of my favorite things. right up there with navy, stripes and polka dots.
Love it!!! Pinterest always provides the best inspiration when you're in a rut!
The new look really is the best. It's SO classy
I love this! When we (my husband and I) redesigned my blog recently we went with mint and grey. They're my favorite colors and I just think they look perfect together.
I adore your redesign, it's gorgeous.
Mana
Fashion and Happy Things
Love the rebranding! I've been inspired recently by turquoise and gold glitter and decided to give my blog a new look using that combo. I'll have to start a moodboard for it now too! Thanks for the tip!
so much better – actually I recently commented on your instagram that I wasn't particularly fond of the pink and green either. loving the pink, gold and tortoise inspriation
I'm glad you updated as well! I too was getting tired of that green. 😀
I can't wait for you to revamp the site! You're so talented, I think you should have your own design/clothing line one day LOL. I'll be your #1 fan!!!
Your Friend, Jess
Adorable! I'm so jealous of how fabulous your branding works. I need to work on my own branding!