Freshly Picked Cyber Monday Sale!

 Freshly Picked "Zion" Moccasins, c/o

As the years pass and the pile of baby gear grows, I've learned how important quality over quantity is.   It's become important for me to find products that will last through the years and pass on from sibling to sibling. This is especially true since a sibling is well on the way. 😍 I've also grown to love and appreciate small businesses run by mamas who have the drive to take care of their kids and grow an incredible business.

I've mentioned before here how much I love moccasins for little ones. I have a drawer full of lone shoes that are looking for their partner. Mostly this is me in denial that they are long gone and I need to toss them. Moccasins became the only shoes I was willing to invest in because I knew they would stay on Liam's feet. He crawled everywhere in them and they never fell off, he learned to walk in them, and even found they make great chew toys. 😬 Joke. Sorta. I am such a huge fan of Freshly Picked soft soled moccasins because they don't hinder feet development and it's the next best thing to being barefoot.

Starting TODAY at 10am MST Freshly Picked is having their Cyber Monday sale. All seasonal styles will be 25% off and lasts for 24 hours. Such a great time to stock up and would make a perfect holiday gift!

Holiday Gift Guide: Baby Must-Haves

MamaRoo | Bandana bibs | Bumbo | Moccasins | Diaper bag | Swaddle blankets | ErgoBaby carrier | Skip Hop ZOO Pack Little Kid Backpack

The holidays are rapidly approaching (must faster than I am ready for!) and I'm so excited because this year there is another little bambino to think about! Since I'm not a new mom, I definitely have some favorite baby must-haves. Whether you're a new mom or know of one, these are the products I can't live without!

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• 4Moms MamaRoo: This is on the top of our list to get for baby #2. Liam lived in his seat for the first year (even loved to sleep in it) but it was a hand-me-down and outdated and eventually gave out on us. If this new little one is anything like brother or mama, he will like to move and bounce A LOT and I know this will be perfect. I love that is designed to move like we do, batteries AREN'T required and you can control it from your smart phone.
• Bandana Bibs: For eating or drooling, bibs are a must! Liam went through several bibs (and outfits) a day due to drool. I love that these are super soft and absorbent and are much cuter than your average bib.
• Bumbo Floor Seat: Total lifesaver for a mama! Super durable and easy to transport. I loved taking this to the lake with us when Liam was a baby. Prevented him from getting too sandy and he loved sitting up and observing everything. Definite mom fav.
• Moccasins: Babies are notorious for kicking off shoes and losing them. I can't tell you how many shoes I've lost in the aisles of Target without realizing it. Lesson learned: stick to moccasins. They never fall off and are super comfy for your little one.
• Petunia Pickle Bottom Diaper Bag: You learn a lot about what you want/need after your first baby. I got this ginormous diaper bag when I had Liam. While it was great for carrying everything I could ever want in it, it was so annoying to carry around and it was so heavy! This time I'll be investing in a backpack so I'll be hands free. (If you aren't particular about a backpack, this Oemi diaper bag could also double as a purse. More bang for your buck. :)
• Swaddle Blankets: Bigger is better! Most babies love being swaddled the first few months. I quickly learned that not all blankets are created equal. Get extra large blankets so your baby doesn't wiggle out of them. 
• ErgoBaby Carrier: Whichever your preferred sling or carrier, this is a total necessity. I could clean the house, do dishes, errands, all while Liam was sound asleep. With baby #2, I know I will rely on it more heavily.
• Little Kid Backpack: Because I will no longer have enough hands to carry a baby AND Liam's trinkets around. 

That's it--my absolute favorite baby must-haves! If you have any questions, feel free to email me or comment below.

The list doesn't stop there! A few more products that would make great gifts:


Select product samples provided by Baby Cubby. All opinions are my own.

Blush Tones + Stella & Dot

 Duster, F21 via Brandzaffair, c/o, similar, similar | Tank, thrifted | Jeans, Lauren Conrad | Boots, Charles David, OTK version, fringe version | Necklace, Stella & Dot, c/o

We're at the weird transitional point in fall where it's cold in the morning (by cold, I mean 60. But 60 is cold when you've been dealing with 90 degrees at 7am) and warm/hot during the day. To me, this is what fall is about. It's a little confusing, you don't really know what to wear because the temperature sways 20 degrees in either direction and you're left staring at the clothes in your closet feeling lost and alone. Haha.

Insert the duster.

Otherwise known as fall's perfect layering piece. They are lightweight and can be worn so many different ways. Wear it with flares (for my tall girls out there), with skinnies, add it on top of a pencil skirt, over a dress, and can even be worn AS a dress. The duster knows no bounds. I plan on adding approximately 35773 to my closet this season. YOLO.

This Stella & Dot necklace will also be seen around my neck 24/7. I'm a sucker for a good monogram and dainty jewelry so put the two together and winning. Bonus points for also being so versatile. I've started curating a Christmas list for friends and family and this is the perfect gift. Never too early, right? 

More dusters I have my eye on: