Yesterday, we talked about the maternity basics, the things you will NEED to survive and thrive in comfort and style for almost ten months of pregnancy. Of course, you can't always rock cozy leggings and simple tanks. Sometimes, you need to dress the bump up for work, for play, ...read more
Pregnancy isn't easy. Aches, pains, exhaustion, fluctuating hormones, and incessant morning sickness make it anything but a walk in the park. And then there's your ever-changing, always-expanding body; that burgeoning bump and those swollen stretching breasts... It ain't easy ...read more
This fall in NYC and across much of the country has been unseasonably warm. The beautiful weather has been a godsend as both my belly expands and my walking pace slows down. However, finding the appropriate clothing to wear in this nontraditional fall warmth has been a different ...read more
Yesterday marked seven weeks until my family of four becomes five. Pretty soon the family won't fit into a New York taxi, we won't be a "girls only" club, and as my husband loves to say, we will go from man-to-man to zone defense. In thinking about all of these milestones and ...read more
MUST HAVE 1 - BABYNES I was able to breastfeed my first two daughters, however I also supplemented with formula. Like most new moms, I found myself constantly worrying about their nutrition. Were they getting enough and was it the right nutrition? I wanted to make sure they ...read more
Summer always seems to fly for our family and 2016 is no exception. We have been spending time with grandparents and cousins, escaping the city to the beach, and relishing in the fact that we have this time together. However my inbox is starting to fill up with back to school ...read more
As the weeks fly by and I am firmly in the fifth month of my pregnancy, I am having so much fun growing this baby. There are certainly a lot of consistencies between my first two pregnancies and this one (excitement, worry, sleep deprivation!) But there is one significant and ...read more
Maternity fashion has come a long way. This is my third spin into the the dance of dressing a bump. A few weeks ago, I entered the second trimester of my third pregnancy. As my morning sickness subsides and the weeks continue to roll by, the reality that this baby boy is actually ...read more
For more than ten years, Belabumbum has created loungewear and foundation garments to celebrate a woman's figure from boudoir to baby bump and beyond. The brand's commitment to celebrate and flatter the evolving figure means using luxurious high-quality materials in fashion ...read more
Comfort has been so important to me both during pregnancy, and now post-maternity. I've traded in jeans for leggings and form-fitted shirts for those that are high-quality and soft. One of my favorite ways to experiment with cozy comforts is by using Borrow For Your Bump. ...read more
Are you an expecting mama or know someone who is expecting? We found the perfect gift idea (or treat for yourself) with the Mom's the Word'sPeace, Baby Tee, a cotton/spandex shirt whose profits throughout the month of November will be donated to Alicia Key's We Are Here ...read more
There is so much to love about fall. The crisp air has us wearing comfy and warmer clothing, and for pregnancy that means a lot of fun pieces layered pieces. For my last trimester that meant living in the Maternity Over the Belly Boot cut Denim Jeans Blue Wash-Liz Lange® for ...read more
We love the crisp fall weather but the beginning of fall doesn't mean that you have to put away your summer clothes, at least not yet. One of our favorite aspects of early fall is incorporating some summer pieces before they will be traded in for sleeves and sweaters. For my ...read more
As autumn quickly approaches, HATCH Fall/Winter 2014 makes its debut embracing more than one transition. Known for their finely edited essentials for fashion forward women to love before, during and after pregnancy, Hatch unveils its most exciting collection to date. The line ...read more
With pregnancy you want to treat your body right while also enjoying (as much as possible) aspects from your pre-pregnancy life. From the best in teas to pregnancy-safe makeup, we rounded up some of our current mama-to-be trends. NVEY ECO Makeup: We have been trying to stay ...read more
The third trimester is all about comfort. With the excitement of the upcoming baby, I have been loving have a surge of energy that got me through the back-to-school season and our recent anniversary. For our much-needed (and appreciated) night out, I opted for a simple, yet ...read more
Maternity fashions have come a long way. The latest maternity launch features Touch by Alyssa Milano, a premiere women’s sports-licensed fashion brand, will launch its first ever line of maternity wear in fall 2015. This represents a breakthrough in both fashion and function ...read more
Pregnancy goes in waves from being nauseous to ravenous in just a few short month. Now that I am in my final few weeks, I have noticed my appetite beginning to increase again, yet there really isn't that much room so I have been snacking a lot and eating smaller meals. Here are ...read more
I don't think I wore a single dress while I was nursing. I had tried to not buy much in the way of maternity clothes and could get by nursing in my regular tanks, tees and button ups. But dresses? No way. The logistics of nursing in a dress - whether a simple summer dress or a ...read more
While pregnancy is this amazing and beautiful time in a women's life, it is also one that can wreak havoc on the body. From morning sickness to discomfort to cravings, the body that you once knew so well becomes this vessel for your baby. Of course, this is all worth it but ...read more
With pregnancy, it can be impossible to achieve comfort. Now that I am eight months pregnant, I am seeking anything to feel more comfortable. A lot of that involves comfortable pillows and bedding, but it also involves feeling great during the day. Here are some of my pregnancy ...read more
I like to think that pregnancy style is an extension of my personal style. However, there have been a few pieces that have been in maternity wardrobe that has definitely allowed me to get out of my comfort zone and have fun with new patterns, colors and prints. One of those ...read more
Pregnancy during the summer can be challenging. From dealing with the heat to taking care of your growing body, we are always looking for ways to seek relief and make this experience (a little easier). From our favorite vitamins to our treats, here are some of our favorites for ...read more
At six months pregnant I love this stage where tiredness isn't so much an issue and my bump has popped out. But the reality is in three months I will be a mom of three with my time stretched thin even more. With it being summer I have been trying to enjoy more date nights with ...read more