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Second Trimester Recap

Hey friends, I recently shared my first trimester recap post and as promised today I’m sharing my second trimester recap post. As I mentioned in my last post I was sick all the way into my second trimester, but then finally after week 20 I could at least get through the day without throwing up so that was nice. LOL The second trimester is also when you start to get your energy back and you actually have a cute bump to show off. So plenty of great things to look forward to in the second trimester. Scroll through this post to read through my second trimester experience as I answer all of the questions you submitted.

Outfit Details: Knot Long Sleeve Velvet Rib Midi Dress (wearing sz S) |RAYE Conquest Mule in Pale Gold (also love this pair) | Similar heart earrings here & here | Personalized Door mat | Christmas trees from At Home

Q1.) What were some of your beauty product essentials during the second trimester and what was your skincare routine?

A1.) I started using Bio Oil all over my stomach around week 13 because I was already starting to show a little and I wanted to prevent stretch marks as much as I could. Here is the mistake I made… I didn’t use it on my hips and thighs and I should have because that’s where I ended up getting the stretch marks. So when you start using the Bio Oil, be sure to apply it all over or at least the main areas that tend to grow during pregnancy.

As for my skincare routine, I continued to use Mario Badescu Enzyme Cleansing Gel because it’s super gentle on the skin. Whenever I had more intense breakouts I used Neutrogena Clear Pore Facial Cleanser / Face Mask. I even used that on my chest and back. After cleansing my face, I would moisturize with either Confidence in a Cream Hydrating Moisturizer or hydrating day & night cream. I also like using the Tula purifying face cleanser as a gently cleanser too. On top of those products, I used some Alastin skincare products recommended by my board certified dermatologist. Be sure to get all of your skincare products approved by your doctor.

As for SPF, I use Colorescience Sunforgettable Total Protection SPF 50 Face Shield. My dermatologist told me that it is pregnancy safe.

20 weeks in the above photo | Outfit Details: Celine One Shoulder Dress | |RAYE Conquest Mule in Pale Gold (also love this pair) | Similar heart earrings here & here

Q2.) When did you first feel kicks?

A2.) Everyone told me that you don’t start feeling kicks until after 16 weeks and that I would only feel flutters at first. However, I never felt “flutters” instead I immediately started feeling kicks every so often around 12/13 weeks. Only I could feel them though and they were far and few. I really started feeling intense kicks around 18 weeks. The first time Blake was ever able to feel the baby kick was around 23 weeks. I remember we came home from seeing a musical at the Saenger theater in New Orleans and the baby was kicking so hard so it was the perfect time for him to feel.

Q3.) What did you put on your registry?

A3.) I have a whole blog post on that here—> Haute Off The Rack Baby Registry Picks

Q4.) Did you have any suspicions that you might have gestational diabetes?

A4.) Yes, I really didn’t know much about gestational diabetes before I was officially diagnosed at 28 weeks, but I would have weird things happen to me. Sometimes I would suddenly feel faint and dizzy and would have to lay down and drink water and eat something to avoid passing out. Also, my heart would start beating really fast and I would feel super light-headed. I read that it was normal to feel this way during the second trimester, but it was still strange to me and although I don’t know if those symptoms actually had anything to do with gestational diabetes, but I also wasn’t surprised when I was diagnosed.

22 weeks in the above photo | Outfit Details: ASOS DESIGN Maternity button detail midi dress with belt | Ribbed beanie with faux-fur pom-pom | Similar Pink Coat (exact one is sold out) | Hilty Ankle Bootie (similar here)

Blake’s Outfit: Ultra Parka | skinny black ripped hyper stretch jeans | Core Temp Waffle-Knit Henley T-Shirt | ALLSAINTS Merino Wool Ribbed Beanie | Thomas & Vine Ryker Wingtip Boot

Q5.) What workouts do you recommend for second trimester?

A5.) This is a question I would ask your doctor considering that everyone’s pregnancy is different, but I doubt any doctor would be against daily walks and stretching. I went to the gym all the way through 18 weeks even when I felt sick but then the craze of holidays got the best of me and I got lazy. However, I made sure to walk about two miles almost everyday. I could probably do a better job of stretching though.

Q6.) How quickly did your body start to change in the second trimester?

A6.) I feel like I really started showing around 15/16 weeks because I’m so petite and have such a short torso. I’m only 5’1. My bra size also drastically changed during the second trimester too.

Q7.) What are some outfits that can transition from regular wear to maternity?

A7.) I share bump friendly looks on my Instagram all the time and even have a #bumpfriendly highlight right beneath my bio, but I have a blog post featuring all of those looks and will link to it here as soon as it goes live.

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1) As She Goes Light Blue Off The Shoulder Midi Dress (go up a size in this dress) | 2) Mezcal Stripe Dress (I took my regular size in this dress) | 3) Stumble Upon This Bright Blue Print Dress | 4) Lustrous Maternity Leggings | 5) Power Mama Maternity Shaper | 6) Mamasana Live In Maternity Ankle Leggings | 7) Women’s Beautifully Soft Notch Collar Nightgown | 8) PharMeDoc Pregnancy Pillow with Cooling Cover, U-Shape Full Body Pillow and Maternity Support | 9) Bio-Oil Specialist Skincare | 10) Lavender Foaming Bath

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Power Mama Maternity Shaper | I highly recommend these maternity spanx to wear under all of your body con dresses to help smooth everything out and give your bump a nice shape.

Mamasana Live In Maternity Ankle Leggings | I own 4 pairs of these maternity leggings because I wear them so often especially when I go walking each day. They have worked since the beginning of pregnancy and are said to fit until the end. So far they still work great and I am just under 35 weeks.

Women’s Beautifully Soft Notch Collar Nightgown | Once you officially start showing, your regular pajama pants and shorts aren’t so comfy anymore. I love wearing these cotton nightgowns to bed because they super comfortable and are nice and roomy. I also don’t like anything pressing against bladder since I already have to get up so many times throughout the night to use the bathroom.

Lavender Foaming Bath | I tried to avoid warm baths and showers at all costs during the first 20 because I would get so nauseous and throw up after so I was super glad once I got the sickness under control and was able to relax in the bath again. The L’occitance Lavender Foaming Bath is my absolute favorite bubble bath and the best way to wind down in the evening especially during the cold months.

Thank you so much for reading about my second trimester. Stay tuned for more pregnancy blog posts including my registry, maternity and bump friendly outfit ideas and the third trimester. Also, feel free to email me with any questions that I didn’t address.

5 Reasons to Stay in the Over-The-Water Bungalows at Sandals Resorts!

April 26, 2017

Hi everyone, today I’m sharing the travel review you’ve all been waiting for: the over-the-water bungalows at Sandals Grande St. Lucian, which will be open to guests on May 15th. I was lucky enough to experience the bungalows prior to their grand opening so that I could give you a sneak peek of all the incredible details! If you follow along with my Instagram stories, then I’m sure you saw the full tour of our room. However, I got plenty of photos for those of you who missed it. Before I get into all of the photos and my resort wear outfit details, check out the top 5 reasons you should consider booking the over-the-water bungalows for your next special vacation. I will of course go more in depth about each reason throughout this post.

5 Reasons to Stay in the Over-The-Water Bungalows at Sandals Resorts:

The expansive patio with an outdoor soaking tranquility tub & shower
24 hour elite butler service ensures guaranteed relaxation
Over-the-water hammock and a suspended patio with swim-up platform
Sea-through glass floors that guarantee undersea views
Incredible views and an over-the-water experience unlike any other

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Outfit: Palm Print Shorts (also available here) — wearing sz S | Yellow off-the-shoulder swim top— wearing sz S | Ray-Ban Round Sunglasses | Yellow Tassel Earrings (also available here) — favorite earrings because they’re so lightweight!

I snapped this photo at lookout point on our way into the resort from the airport.

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Swimwear: Black One Piece (also available here) — wearing sz S (available in white here) | Pink Tassel Earrings | Ray-Ban Round Sunglasses | Lariat Necklace (similar here)

My 3 personal favorite features of our bungalow:

1) The bathtub: There is nothing I appreciate more in a hotel room than a luxurious bathtub, but this one took luxe bathrooms to whole new level of glam. The lavish, oversized tub sat on the back deck of our bungalow and overlooked the the ocean. Don’t worry, there are curtains draped around the tub for privacy. However, when there is no one around at night you can leave the curtains open and relax in a nice bubblebath beneath the stars overlooking the ocean. Trust me, it’s even more incredible than you could imagine. I soaked in the outdoor tub every night during our stay.

2) The clear glass floor window: Yes, you read that right! A window on the floor at the foot of our bed so that we were constantly reminded that we were indeed sleeping over the clear blue water in St. Lucia.

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3) And last but not least, the most incredible view of the Caribbean! I’m sure that feature was obvious to you, but the overall experience of looking directly out to the ocean from your bed is unlike any other.

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Swimwear: Black One Piece (also available here) — wearing sz S | Custom Design Hat c/o White Elephant Designs

On top of those three things, we had the most bomb butlers who worked around the clock to make sure that each moment spent at Sandals Grande St. Lucian was special and unique to our friendship. Yes, I said friendship because my boyfriend was unable to come along so I brought Krystal from A Pinch of Lovely. This trip was actually my first time at a Sandals resort and now I totally understand why so many people book with them. You literally don’t even have to lift a finger. The staff at Sandals is more than happy to do everything for you. I also love how their team always makes you feel so welcome to their island.

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Outfit: Tularosa Maxi Dress (also available here)— wearing sz XS| Ray-Ban Round Sunglasses | Yellow Tassel Earrings (also available here)

“A Weekend at Bernie’s”

One night, we came back to our room and found these hilarious towel versions of ourselves that our butler created. Zanias really outdid himself with this little masterpiece and Karen was equally was wonderful. This is just one of the examples of how they went above and beyond to make our stay special. The amazing customer service at Sandals Resorts is what truly made our vacation experience in St. Lucia one that we will never forget!

Your Questions Answered:

I invited you all to ask me anything you wanted to know about our over-the-water bungalow experience on Instagram so if you commented with a question, you can find answers below:

Do all the doors close and is there AC? Yes, all of the doors close and there is plenty of AC and a fan.

How of you get back and forth from the main area of the resort including pools, bars, restaurants, etc…? Great question because I was concerned about that too! The bungalows are actually very close to the main resort so you can easily walk back and forth from all of the pools, restaurants, bars and the spa to your over-the-water villa. The bungalows are still a more secluded spot, but still close enough for your convenience. Also, your 24/7 butler is happy to escort you anywhere at anytime in case you are unsure how to find the place the you are looking for. In fact, our butler insisted on escorting us to dinner every night as well as our spa appointment to ensure that we would make it on time.

When will they be open to guests? May 15th!

How was the food and how many restaurants did they have? I have a super sensitive stomach so I am extremely picky when it comes to meals while traveling. However, I found the food to be quite delicious and they are happy to cater to any food allergies or sensitiveness that you may have. Our two favorite places to dine were Soy and Kimonos, which serve sushi and hibachi and Gordon’s where we enjoyed a beautiful candlelit dinner on the pier. We only tried out four of the 12 restaurants because we had breakfast delivered to our room each morning and would frequent the same lunch spot.

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Swimwear: Tularosa High-waisted bottoms (also available in black) —wearing sz S | Striped Bikin Top | Tassel Necklace | Ray-Ban Round Sunglasses

Were there any activities to do at the resort as well as nighttime events? Yes, there were daily pool parties and nighttime dance parties with live bands. As for physically actives, there are plenty of land water sports as well unlimited scuba diving and a 9-hole golf course. We also loved visiting the spa for moonlit massage on the pier over the water.

What was all included with your bungalow package? Full access to all 12 restaurants, 6 full-service bars, all 5 pools and whirlpools, elite butler service, unlimited premium spirits and Mondavi wines, unlimited land and water sports, unlimited scuba diving, free wi-fi in all rooms and public areas, free room service, unlimited snacks and free non-stop round-trip airport transfers. Spa services are extra.

The Bungalow features: a large patio with Sandals signature Tranquility Soaking Tub™ for two, an over-the-water hammock, outdoor shower and a suspended patio with swim-up platform, sea-through glass floors, a king-size bed, and a spacious, spa-style bathroom. The room also contains a kitchenette complete with a fully stocked fridge, coffee maker and wine cooler.

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Outfit: Show Me Your Mumu Dress (also available here) —wearing sz XS | Brixton Hat (also available here) | Ray-Ban Round Sunglasses | Yellow Tassel Earrings (also available here) | Crossbody Bag

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Outfit: Yumi Kim Rush Hour Maxi Dress — wearing sz S (similar here & here)

Was there Wi-fi available? Yes and it’s free too!

How long was the ride to the resort from the airport and what transportation did you use? The resort is about an hour and a half from the airport and Sandals offers complimentary transportation to their guests. In fact, they do all the planning for you! All you have to do is let them know your checkout date and they’ll take it from there.

How did you leave this beautiful place? I didn’t! I’m still here! I hid in the bathtub during checkout! Just kidding, but I will definitely be coming back with Blake and hopefully soon!

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Outfit: White Lace Skirt | Off The Shoulder Cropped Top — wearing sz S in both | Nude Ankle Strap Heels | Tory Burch Fleming Bag | Pink Tassel Earrings

All photos were taken with my iPhone 7+

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Striped Lace Up Dress

March 21, 2017

Hi everyone, as I mentioned in yesterday’s post I just returned from the beach so I will be sharing all of my vacation outfits on the blog this week starting with this striped lace up dress. This swing dress is one of my favorite styles by Show Me Your Mumu because it’s the perfect length for petite girls like myself plus I love the on-trend lace up detail. I actually own this dress in two other prints because I love wearing it so much! It’s just easy to throw on while traveling and you can pair it with cute shoes like the platform sandals or studded sandals that I’m wearing in the photos below. I also love this heeled version of my studded sandals for an edgy-boho vibe. I found both pairs of these shoes at Sole Society as well as my crossbody bag and hat.

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Outfit: Show Me Your Mumu Striped Dress (also available here & here)— wearing sz XS | Kianna Crossbody Bag, Panama Hat, Celine Sandals (heeled version) & Audrina Platform Sandals c/o Sole Society | Ray-Ban Round Sunglasses

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Photos by: Lainey Reed Photography

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What to Wear to New Orleans Jazz Fest!

April 30, 2015

Photos by: Kaela Rodehorst Photography

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Outfit: Show Me Your Mumu Bella Dress (romper in same print) | Denim Vest | Floppy Hat | Joie Renee Sandals c/o Emma’ Shoes | Jenn Bucket Bucket (Designed by Haute Off The Rack in collaboration with GiGi New York)

Jewelry: Beaded Bracelets c/o Mary P Lamb Designs | Charm Bracelets c/o Jemma Sands | Shimmer Triangle Necklace, Knox Pave Bar Necklace, Rings & Chaplin Cuff c/o Gorjana | Gold Lariat Necklace c/o Melanie Auld | Abra Ring c/o Kendra Scott

What to wear to New Orleans Jazz Fest:

1) A hat to protect your face and to hide your flat hair from the sweat and humidity!

2) Loads of SPF!

3) Comfortable to shoes to walk in all day (preferably ones that you don’t mind getting a little dirty!)

4) Sleeveless Dress, Top or Romper! It’s hot y’all!

5) Stacks of Boho bracelets and layered necklaces

6) Something bright and colorful so your friends can easily find you!

7) Lightweight clothing like breezy dresses, off the shoulder tops, cutoff shorts, cropped tops and Kimonos

8) Cross body bag or backpack so you can keep your hands free for drinks and dancing! (Check out this look w/ backpacks here–> New Orleans Jazz Fest Style)

9) Flash Tattoos (Check out my flash tatts here–> The Tie-Dye Swim Coverup of the Season)

10) Some type of fringe accessory!

Good Morning readers, today I’m sharing one my looks for New Orleans Jazz Fest this weekend! Who else is going to see Elton John? I actually wasn’t planning on going until I remembered how jealous I am of my boyfriend who is on his way to the Kentucky Derby! So I figured I would do something fun too! Plus, it means that I get to wear my favorite dress again. I’m not kidding you! I wear this thing all the time! It’s just such an easy dress to throw and run out the door when it’s hot outside.

I hope you all found my “what to wear to New Orleans Jazz Fest” tips helpful and come say hi if you see me dancing around Jazz Fest. It should be easy to spot me in this colorful printed outfit!

P.S. Keep your eyes out for tomorrow’s Jazz Fest outfit! Flash Tatts included!

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