Maternity Spam!

Maternity photos are something I wasn't able to get with Carter's pregnancy. In fact I have only a small handful of his pregnancy in photos as it is. This time around I knew that I desired the opportunity to capture this beautiful time in our lives in photos before it was over yet again, and thankfully we ran into the amazing August Muse Images who made our vision come to life!

I couldn't truly be any happier with how they turned out, a photo truly speaks a thousand words and to me these speak millions. I hope that you can see these photos and see the absolute undying love I have for this growing blessing inside of me. I want to radiate nothing but love for my children and my husband in this life.

Hope you enjoy the spam as much as I do!

If you live in the Portland/Vancouver area and are looking for a photographer who will make your life's most precious moments come to life, look no further. You can find August Muse Images by clicking the link HERE. 

Getting so close precious little one.

-T

Jillian B Designs and Giveaway

Coffee and Wine. The heart and soul off every mother, am I right? This wonderful piece is created by Jillian B Designs and we couldn't be happier to brag about her. It's hard for me to find statement jewelry in this day in age that isn't way too large or boastful with my smaller frame, and thankfully Jillian B Designs created just this!

I have always struggled being a jewelry person simply because I felt I could never pull off any of the looks that were "in" or wear pieces similar to my peers. Therefor I went for most of my life not wearing any jewelry at all. If you see me on a day to day basis my wedding ring is about all the bling you get! That's why I was ecstatic to collaborate with Jillian B Designs!

All of her pieces are personalized and hand stamped by Jillian herself and you can tell without hesitation that she puts her heart and soul into each one. Jewelry has always been a passion of hers and so falling into the business seemed almost like fate! You can also customize a piece to your liking as a special gift for someone! It truly doesn't get any better.

Because I adore Jillian and her collection so much we have decided to giveaway a Coffee & Wine necklace for one lucky winner! To enter the giveaway click HERE. Be sure to check out the entire collection of jewelry at www.jillianbdesigns.com and visit her on instagram at @jillianbdesigns

- T

Coming Home Outfit Ft. From Fro 2 Toe

There is nothing sweeter to a momma than planning the outfit that her new child will be coming home in. Something about knowing that so soon this outfit will smell of newborn bliss and comfort that sweet soft skin makes my heart melt. Many people have questioned our joy in waiting until birth to find out the gender of our kids, and one of the most frequently asked questions is "How do you buy clothes for your child if you don't know their gender?" Well. Viola! 

I am no fan of pinks and blue's.. I just never have been. Regardless of gender the clothes that draw my eye have always been a neutral palette so maybe I am just one of a lucky few! Grays, tans, cremes, whites and blacks are always where I find myself! Newborn shopping has never been difficult for someone like me. With Carter we chose a grey color palette for his coming home outfit and this time around I felt it was appropriate to change to a creme based palette and it couldn't have come together any sweeter.

We got the pants and knitted sweater from Baby Gap (my minor obsession..) and of course had to have a soft colored cloth diaper to go alongside. But I was more or less clueless what I should do about shoes. A November born babe needs a good pair of shoes to get from one place to another and I could've gone just about anywhere in regards to color. We were lucky to have ran into From Fro 2 Toe who worked with us to get the perfect pair. A neutral tan to complete our precious outfit! 

Not only are the moccasins the perfect color but they are so wonderfully made, I have always had a difficult time finding moccasins that I feel are thick enough while being put together so diligently. You can tell without a doubt that Santina takes her time with these 100% leather moccs and truly puts her heart and soul into each and every piece.

You can never go wrong with a good neutral palette, a big gender surprise and a sweet pair of newborn moccasins!

- T

| @fromfro2toe | www.fromfro2toe.com |

Mom N' Tot Box

We are so excited to be kicking off out Shop Small September series with the opening day of the fabulous Mom 'n Tot Box! Curious as to what this is? I don't blame you, prepare to be awestruck. I was blown away at the fabulous idea of being able to subscribe to a box of goodies for my kiddos and myself each month for 45.00 a month. You heard me. I get a box full of toys and goodies for my little one's that includes items for myself as well. I cannot stress this enough, even after you have kids you are still important! I've seen plenty of baby boxes on the market but never one that takes momma into mind as well.

Who is behind the genius? Rana is a mother of two young boys and is passionate about supporting small and local businesses when she would purchase items for her kiddos. Her husband owns his own business so she knew the value of shopping small and the extreme dedication and hard work that go into it. Rana saw an opportunity to start her own small business all while being able to support other small businesses at the same time! Thus Mom 'n Tot Box was born!

How does the Mom 'n Tot Box work? You pay one flat rate for the subscription that you would desire (1-6 months) and each month you will have goodies for you and your little one's delivered to your doorstep. All these goodies are from other small shops so you can feel good about the businesses that you are supporting and reap the benefit of getting new items every month!

There can't be anything that is quite as brilliant as this wonderful idea, and to be able to shop small is always in my favor. Be sure to go check out this sweet page by clicking HERE and you can also connect with them via instagram @momandtotbox

- T

| momandtotbox.com | @momandtotbox |

31 Week 3D Ultrasound

Safe to say that this little one loves hugging that placenta. Our supposed to be one hour appointment quickly turned into 2 with a shy baby making it terribly difficult to get any sorts of measurements! But hey that's okay, we will see him or her again here in about a month.

Good news is that even with GD (gestational diabetes) we don't have an abnormally large child, but one that is definitely on the "larger" side which we expected because of how large Carter was and still is. Carter was 9 pounds 2 ounces at birth and has been >75% in height, >90% in weight and at 99% head circumference his whole life! Can't say that I don't enjoy my chunky boy! This little one is growing beautifully and has such a sweet personality all their own. We fall more in love with each passing day.

We are measuring right on track with our due date, making us 31 weeks. And the little one is measuring in at just under 4 pounds, hence the beautiful chunky cheeks!

As smooshed as can be into the side of that placenta!

Baby had a funny obsession with playing with his/her ears! Above is a hand and an ear.

The sweetest tiny smirk

Looking perfectly like a little Paslay with that nose and those big cheeks!

We are 9 weeks out from hitting our due date, however if history repeats itself we could be looking at 11 weeks before we get to meet your sweet self. Beyond all else, know that you are so loved and eagerly awaited by the biggest loving family. We cannot wait for your arrival to help make our family more complete. Our hearts are whole today.

-T