Dresses have been my preference when it comes to maternity clothing, for their comfort and simplicity. One of my favourite dresses to wear during my pregnancy has been the Seraphine Luxe Multiway Dress, which can be styled in six different ways using the ties at the front of the dress. One shouldered, with sleeves, twisted Grecian style, halter neck – these are all options which are quick and easy to achieve….
Daisy & Bump Nursery Art
When I started picturing how I wanted the baby’s room to look, I began searching for nursery art to liven up the walls. A lot of what I found featured very bold and colourful graphic prints, whereas I wanted something softer and more whimsical. I then stumbled across the beautiful Daisy & Bump collection and instantly fell in love with the mix of pastel watercolour with 3D craft techniques to bring the characters to life. Each piece is hand-made by…
30 Weeks Pregnancy Update
I’m now three quarters of the way through the pregnancy, I can’t believe how close it’s getting! Symptom wise, the exhaustion I experienced in the first trimester has returned full force, so I’ve re-welcomed a much needed daily nap into my routine. Braxton hicks have now become a regular occurrence, with a few painless contractions each day. Sleep has become more elusive, as this is when heartburn most often makes an appearance…
Loves Lately
Soap & Glory Smoothie Star Body Buttercream – £10.50 Once or twice a week I like to apply a luxurious body butter for some intense moisture. The latest addition to grace my ever increasing collection is Soap & Glory’s Smoothie Star. The scent is divine – a delectable combination of pistachio, almond and sweet vanilla which gives off a bakewell tart fragrance. Whenever I use this I have compliments on the scent…
Love Boo Mummy Skincare
I must admit I’ve been quite slack when it comes to applying lotions and potions to my growing baby bump. Both in my twin pregnancy and my current pregnancy, I applied creams and oils sporadically, no more than a few times a week. Now I’ve reached the third trimester, when stretch marks are most likely to appear, I thought it about time I establish some kind of routine in using pregnancy…
28 Weeks Pregnancy Update
This week marks the beginning of the third trimester, which is new territory for me and something which I am so grateful for. One of my pregnancy apps informs me I have 82 days to go, which doesn’t sound long at all! This week has been filled with appointments – a glucose tolerance test, (which was just a formality as it’s usually reserved for women with a high BMI, but necessary…
DIY Maternity Photo Shoot
With the recent glorious sunshine the UK has been receiving, I thought it the perfect opportunity to head outdoors for a DIY Maternity Photo Shoot. We didn’t get any proper photos during my pregnancy with William and Noah as I was in and out of hospital so frequently and on bed rest at home in between. So this time, I was keen to get some shots of my growing bump which I could treasure for…
Shabby Chic Home Accessories
It’s no secret I’m a fan of the anything shabby chic to create a country cottage look around the home. One of my favourite places to find an array of beautiful decorative accessories is Live Love Laugh. I’ve shopped with the company before so I was delighted when they contacted me to offer me some of their bestselling items. Stocked with pretty home accessories, soft furnishings and furniture, I could quite happily fill…
25 Weeks Pregnancy Update
25 weeks already. This pregnancy has raced by so far, much to my relief, and I’m now further along than I ever was with William and Noah. My bump is now almost the same size as it was when I went into labour with our twins, but I’ve needed to buy some new maternity clothes as I’m pregnant in a completely different season, so I’ve been enjoying dresses and t-shirts rather than…
Garden Delights
With the lighter evenings and mild temperatures, lately I’ve been enjoying spending my evenings exploring new hobbies and activities, rather than simply relying on the television for entertainment. As part of MoneySuperMarket’s Big Night In, I was challenged to blog about my perfect night in. The recent warm weather has given me a rare opportunity to enjoy the garden, so I planned to spend my evening outside, where it’s so peaceful and serene. With…
