At this point I’ve lost track of how many days we’ve been in quarantine. I’m currently somewhere between not knowing what day it is and wondering how much longer this is going to last. But I’m trying to make the most of it and stay positive. One thing that’s really helping is making my house feel as peaceful as possible. I’ve been working on cleaning out closets, disinfecting anything that’s ever been touched, organizing and diffusing aromatherapy with my new Aera diffuser.

The Aera is a smart diffuser and I’m obsessed with it. It’s aesthetically pleasing, easy to use, hypoallergenic so it’s safe for kids and pets, and they have the best scents and aromatherapy blends. You can set Aera’s strength based off how big the room is so it will never be too strong or too weak. You can even control it with an app (or manually if you prefer) and the scents last up to 800 hours! 

My current favorite scents are the Rest & Rise duo that I diffuse in our bedroom before we go to sleep and when we wake up. We’ve been doing it for a few weeks now and I swear I’ve noticed a difference. I’m feeling much more relaxed before I bed and a lot more rested in the morning. 

Another scent I love is Forest Therapy. It’s really calming and was inspired by the Japanese art of forest bathing. I like to diffuse it in our living room during the day and think it helps relax the kids before their naps. Basically it’s super spa-like and perfect for creating a calm space, every mom needs it! 

I’m really excited because Aera gave me a discount code to share – ASHLEY20 will get you 20% off diffusers through the end of May. 

Thank you to Aera for Home for sponsoring this post. 

Another post from our backyard… when the weather’s nice we practically live out here. The kids have been loving playing in the inflatable pool and water table. A few weeks ago I realized Wilder didn’t have a swimsuit that fit currently so I went to order some. I had no idea how hard it would be to find cute swimsuits for little boys! I’m able to find Crosby cute swimsuits basically anywhere so this is a new challenge. I’ve done a deep dive on in the internet and finally found some cute options.

outfit details –

on me: saha swimsuit (two years old, this one is similar), similar hat, sunglasses

on Crosby: zara swimsuit

on Wilder: zara swimsuit (sold out, this one is similar)

inflatable pool

Ok let’s talk baby/toddler boy swimwear. The first few places I checked had really ugly options. Lots of baggy trunks that aren’t cute and would most likely weigh anyone down in the water. I had to think a little outside the box. Here are the places I’ve had the best luck:

Zara – there’s a few really cute options here. I ordered Wilder’s in a 6-12 month
(it’s completely sold out now) and when it came I didn’t think it would fit… they are very stretchy. It fits but I went ahead and ordered it in the size up and also grabbed him this pair.

Janie and Jack – some really cute options here. I love this one, this one, this one and this one.

Show Me Your Mumu – this pair is to die for. It even comes in matching prints for mom and baby girls.

Cotton On Kids – I ordered these for Wilder and love them, but I do want to mention they run big. I got Wilder a 6-12 and there’s a little extra room in the waist and they’re a bit baggier than I would have liked. I still think they’re cute and they come in a few other colors/prints too.

Monica and Andy – my friend Kim sent a photo of her son in these trunks and I knew I needed them. They’re sold out in smaller sizes but Wilder will be rocking them next summer.

Minnow – I’ve been a longtime fan of this brand for Crosby and think they suits for little boys are darling.

Hope you have a great day – thank you so much for reading and following!

Woah, hello May! I’m not sure how it’s possible but April went by both at lightening speed and a snails pace. The first half of the month we had cold weather and rain, but the second has been filled with sunny days and the best weather. That probably has something to do with it. My April best sellers will give you an idea of what everyone has been up to…. spending all their time at home.

Outdoor table – we purchased this last year during a big Memorial Day sale and have loved it ever since. World Market has had a major sale on all outdoor furniture for the past month and it’s still happening.

Beach Cruiser – probably the cutest adult bike I’ve ever seen. It’s a lot more of a production riding bikes with kids so I don’t get out on this enough. But I really love it and wish I was able to ride more.

*my exact color is out of stock but I love it in yellow and this light blue is really pretty too.

Macrame umbrella – another World Market item. This always sells out really fast but they keep brining it back. If you want it and it says sold out you can enter your email for a restock notification.

Water table – we got this for Wilder for his birthday, but I knew both kids would love it. They spend so much time playing with it, splashing, making rain showers, scooping, etc. Such a great toddler activity.

Kid’s double lounge chair – this is seriously so cute, I wish it was available in adult sizes. We’ve had it for three years now and it’s held up pretty well over time. I love it, the kids love it, Mackie loves it. It also comes in a neutral tan color that I might like more.

*this was so popular I can’t find it in stock anywhere.

As always, thank you so much for reading and following. I hope you’re staying safe and sane at home right now!

It’s only the end of April but I think it’s safe to say the hottest items for spring are inflatable pools! We brought ours out over the weekend and I shared it on Instagram and it was a huge hit. Our print is sold out, like a lot of others. I searched around and found the cutest inflatable pools available on the internet.

Our pool is currently sold out, but I found lots of cute ones still available

This black and white mini one from Target is really cute for one child…. would even work in or outside as a ball pit.

A donut pool! So fun.

This one is really expensive and still cute with fun colors for summer. Found it in pink here.

Another cute one that comes in 3 different prints – love the palm leaf. It’s also available here.

This gold glitter one is under $10!

I think Crosby would lose her mind over this unicorn one, it’s under $20.

Adorable rainbow little pool for a smaller child.

A really cute giraffe pool.

I think this castle pool is cute too.

If you’re really looking for a pool/activity this one takes the cake. It’s pricey but I think it would keep kids entertained for a really long time.

Hope you had a good weekend – thank you so much for reading and following!

We have had the best weather for the past week. Every day it’s gotten a little warmer and better than the last. The kids and I (and Jeff when he’s not working) have been spending so much time in our backyard. I know how fortunate we are to have an outdoor space at a time like this and it’s something I’ll never take for granted. I want to share what activities we’ve been doing and what we’re looking forward to as well.

I got this water table for Wilder for his birthday and it’s been a big hit with both kids. It’s a great size and they both play with it such different ways. It’s really one of the only toys we have right now that they can play with and want to play with together. Such a win in my book. I usually put ours under one of our umbrellas but there’s a version (here) that comes with an attached umbrella as well.

This photo is from last summer…. Crosby loved the inflatable pool. Ours ended up getting a hole in it so I ordered a new one for this year. I think we’ll bring it out this weekend when Jeff can help play lifeguard. Wilder is such a water baby so I know he’ll love it just as much as his sister.

unicorn here and here

Another photo from last summer. Crosby got this 6 foot tall inflatable unicorn that hooks up to your hose for her 2nd birthday. Such a fun and easy way to entertain your kids on a hot day. If a unicorn isn’t up your alley I found some other similar options: rainbow, llama, watermelon, pineapple.

I also think a splash pad would be really fun for them.

The best way to dry off after all this water play, or just lounge is this double lounger. Both kids and Mackie love it!

Hope you’re having a good week – thank you for reading and following!

Happy Monday… but does that it even matter what day it is anymore? I apologize for going radio silent over here the past week, I’m still trying to balance this new normal. Today I want to talk skincare! I haven’t been wearing much makeup lately but have still been focused on skin. I wanted to share my current morning skincare routine…

I start by splashing cool water on my face, I normally don’t use a cleanser in the morning just water.

Then I spray Elemis Pro-Collagen Rose Hydrating Mist all over my face, neck and chest and blot it in. This has such a subtle scent that makes me feel like I’m at the spa.

Next I apply Murad’s Environmental Shield Serum to my face, neck and chest. It’s packed with vitamin C which I feel really helps to wake up my skin.

Followed by Murad’s Environmental Shield Eye Cream. This brightens my eyes so much and instantly makes me feel more awake.

I finish with Tula’s brand new sunscreen. I’m a huge fan of this, it’s not greasy, does not have a white tint, smells great and even has a subtle glow.

All of these products (and all products from their respective brands) are currently on sale.

All Elemis products are 25% off with code LTK25

Murad’s are also 25% off and free shipping with code LTK25

My discount code for 15% all Tula products is ASHLEYJACKEL

Other favorites from Elemis include this cleansing balm… I love both the original and the rose pro collagen, this marine oil, night cream and neck and decollete balm.

From Murad I love this peel, gel moisturizer, age spot correcting serum and recovery eye serum.

My favorite Tula products are this primer, brightening eye balm, cult classic cleanser and these gummy vitamins.

Hope you have a great week – as always thank you so much for reading and following.