Happy April! I can’t believe it’s baby month! I’m due exactly two weeks from today, so it could happen any minute now. Insane! I keep thinking how Crosby was born 11 days early and wondering if baby brother will follow suit. I’m fine with him taking another week or so. Anyway, we’ve been having the best spring weather. I went back for this dress in yellow and am so happy I did.

sunglasses, cardigan c/o, dress (also have it in blue), purse, similar wedges

We shot these photos last weekend at Lido Marina Village. I had no idea but was about to be surprised by my best friends with a little baby sprinkle day. We started with brunch, then pedicures and ended with facials… I was so spoiled and surprised, I’ll never forget it. I’d said from early on in this pregnancy that I didn’t want a shower. I just didn’t think it was necessary because we had everything from Crosby and are constantly getting new products in to test. But it was so nice having a day of pampering with my two best friends. It made the pregnancy feel more real having a little celebration.

You know I’ve loved tight stretchy non-maternity dresses this pregnancy… when the weather would cooperate. Here’s a little run down of what I’ve worn that’s still in stock.

• This striped tank dress is so fun for spring and it’s only $15! I’ve worn it a few times, most recently last week to take Crosby to the Easter Bunny.
• I got this short sleeve ribbed midi dress in gray, but now it’s only available in black. It’s a great basic and under $20.
• Loved wearing this blush/salmon midi dress. It’s a bit longer which was a nice change and looks so good with a cardigan or kimono worn over it. I wore it to a friends baby shower last month.
• This ruched bodycon dress was an early favorite. I have it in gray and black and loved wearing it early in my pregnancy. I actually wore them before I was pregnant so I didn’t size up and they ended up being too short to wear later with my big bump. If you’re pregnant, definitely size up.
• I wish I’d found this long sleeve ribbed dress earlier. I got it at the end of February but it would have been perfect to wear when it was cold this winter. It still works for spring and comes in a couple of colors!
• I loved this red belted sweater dress. It’s a bit dressier and perfect with a bump. It looks so much more expensive than it actually is at $25 and it’s super similar to the white one I wore the other day.
• This short sleeve dress is so cute and casual and only $13! I have it in periwinkle and it also comes in black. I was surprised by how soft it is.

sunglasses, cardigan c/o, dress (also have it in blue), purse, similar wedges

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I’ve been doing a lot of my “maternity” shopping at Forever 21. I posted about it here a few weeks ago but went back for more last week and thought I’d update you with my latest haul. It’s seriously the best place to buy bump and budget friendly dresses. I typically go a size up and they’re still fitting me at 37 weeks. Here’s a little rundown of what I’ve picked up recently.

dress, chambray shirt, bag

I actually got this cute striped dress in the blue color first (pictured below) and loved it so much I went back for yellow. It’s so flattering and can be worn lots of ways… as seen in these pics.

blue dress, hat, duster, bag, shoes

hair clip, dress

I tried this white dress on last month and had to go back for it. It’s so pretty and flattering… would be great for a baby shower!

hat, dress, sweater, clutch, sandals, Crosby’s outfit, shoes

Ok this periwinkle dress is the best steal at $13! It comes in black too and is super soft and comfortable.

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I’ve officially reached the point in this pregnancy where unless it’s absolutely necessary I’m not going to wear pants/jeans. Leggings or dresses from here on out. I was so excited to get this pretty blue floral maxi in from Gal Meets Glam that I wore it out to dinner Saturday night. What you can’t see from these photos is that is was maybe 59 degrees and super windy. I don’t know what was blowing around more, my hair or my pregnancy double chin. But I was committed to my dress only cause and tried to think warm thoughts.

sunglasses, jacket, dress c/o, purse, shoes c/o

This dress is even prettier in person. I wish I could have taken my jacket off to show you the sleeve detail, but my goose bumps might have been a bit distracting. I went with blue for my baby boy on the way, but it also comes in a really pretty pink floral print. I’m thinking it might be a good Easter dress option – that is, if I’m not in labor! For sizing, it’s not maternity and I sized up to a 2. Fits great!

There are some other really pretty dresses and jumpsuits from the March collection. This one would also be cute with a baby bump. I’m loving this jumpsuit and this one… can’t wait to wear them again!!

I was also so excited when I saw this jacket is back. I got it last spring and was obsessed with it – still am – and know I’ll be wearing it a ton this year. It’s one thing I can actually fit into now… as long as I don’t have to button it closed. It looks really cute with white denim too… a look I can’t wait to recreate soon.

sunglasses, jacket, dress c/o, purse, shoes c/o

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Over the weekend I was feeling so blah and uninspired with the current rotation of things that fit me. A total wardrobe rut. I decided to shop my closet, if you will, and put together this look with pieces that are all a couple of years old. Sometimes I think I have these pregnancy wardrobe delusions where I put something on thinking it will still fit the way it did a few months/weeks/days ago and then get frustrated when that’s not the case. So I went back to some old faithfuls that worked my first pregnancy and was happy and comfortable all day.

sunglasses, old coat (similar here, here and here), similar tank, similar maternity jeans, similar vans 

I also took it as a sign to order a few new things that will make getting dressed a little easier and give me something to look forward to. Bonus when I know they’ll work post-pregnancy too. I got this Free People thermal in the pretty sky blue. I have it in a couple of colors and wear it all the time. It’s so comfortable and looks great with or without a bump. I also ordered this v-neck that’s slightly oversized in gray and this cute balloon sleeve thermal in black.

And then yesterday I got an email from a maternity line I’d never heard of and was immediately inspired. Legoe is an Australian brandand as far as I’m concerned they can do no wrong when it comes to fashion. A lot of times maternity clothes are frumpy and nothing I want to wear but these are all so cute and flattering. I literally want every single piece.

Side note, my coat is one of my favorites but it’s 4 years old and has long since sold out. I had a real hard time finding some similar options for it.

sunglasses, old coat (similar here, here and here), similar tank, similar maternity jeans, similar vans 

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Once you get to a certain point, a really hard part of pregnancy is getting dressed. I’m not the biggest fan of maternity clothes and try my hardest to wear my pre-pregnancy stuff as much as possible. Of course some things are no longer an option, like my fav high-waisted Levis with tops tucked in. But I did have a few pairs of jeans that were still (somehow) fitting… until recently. After the first of the year nothing was comfortable anymore. Enter the Bellaband. Now I can wear my favorite stretchy jeans un-zipped and un-buttoned and NO ONE has to know.

top, jeans, bellaband c/o

The Bellaband looks kind of like a bandeau bra. It goes over your pants and as high up as you want… you can fold it down to your liking. The top has a little grip, kind of like no-show socks. It smooths out the bumps where your jeans are open so no one can tell.

It comes in a few color options so it will blend in with whatever you’re wearing. I’ve been loving the black and nude the most so far.

This is totally a personal preference, but I like to wear them with shirts that are long enough to cover the bump. You can wear them so they show under a top if you want – they look like a cami so it’s no big deal.

Here are a few tops that have been working for me lately…

I got this tee last week and have already worn it at least 4 times. It’s perfectly oversized (I’m wearing a size small and it covers the bump) and only $15. I think I need at least 4 more.

This thermal button up top has been a crowd favorite for over a year. I went up a size for pregnancy and it’s working well. Bonus is that it will work great for nursing too.

I’ve heard great things about this henley and am really temped to add it to my closet. Planning to go up a size to make sure it’s long enough!

top, jeans, bellaband c/o

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Happy Monday! We had rain allll weekend and it’s supposed to continue into the week. So today I’m sharing a sunnier look from a much warmer and dryer day. I’m convinced this is the $15 dress everyone needs for spring – pregnant or not. It’s not maternity and so flattering, either way. When it gets warm I’m always reaching for easy pieces like this that are comfortable and can be worn multiple ways.

sunglasses, dress, sweater c/o, similar shoes, similar purse

I got this wrap sweater last spring and am still obsessed with it. It’s light weight and the softest thermal material. I get so much wear out of it – around my house AND out. It’s really going to come in handy after I have the baby and want to be as comfortable as possible while hanging out at home.

On another note can I say how happy I am that it’s February? January felt four months long to me so I’m relieved it’s finally over. There were no real reasons to it, it just really seemed to drag. I know I’m not alone in thinking that because I saw so many funny memes on social media about it.

I love February because stores really start bringing out their spring collections. I’ve already started looking and wanted to share a few things I’m loving for spring. This top is so pretty and it comes in a few different colors. I can’t wait to wear my favorite high-waisted jeans with cropped tops like this one again. I love a good coverup that can be worn different ways like this one. I’ve been eying this skirt and think I can make it work but with the bump and without. It’s under $30. I’m absolutely loving this maxi dress. Both color ways are gorgeous.

sunglasses, dress, sweater c/o, similar shoes, similar purse

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