Williams Sonoma Logo Kitchen … curated on LTK

Interested in becoming a blogger? Or maybe trying to grow your blog into a business? @southaustinmoms and I are throwing THE brunch for you to attend. Two hours of food (breakfast AND sweets!), drinks, and an opportunity to learn about how to build your brand while enjoying swag bags, massages, B12 shots, a fun photo booth with professional photos AND a giveaway from our photographer coming to you on April 28 from 11am to 1pm at the Hive!!! Link in bio to get tickets - hurry they are going fast! http://liketk.it/2AtJG #liketkit @liketoknow.it . . . Download the LIKEtoKNOW.it app to shop this pic via screenshot

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As we’re heading into summer, I’m so excited to share one of our new partnerships with @albionfit! These swimsuits are totally postpartum, maternity and mom body friendly! I’ve got two: this beautiful rouched black one piece that shapes all my 5 week postpartum areas I’m still self conscious of while still making me feel beautiful. I also got an adorable two piece. Best part? They are opening a new store in the @domain Austin! I’m planning a day trip there for some
Mother days massages, nails, a stop at their new storefront to get some cute swimsuits and active ware for this season!
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I’m so proud of this little lady. Adelaide moved to a sideless (well toddler bumper panel is now on it) crib this weekend. Day and night 2, and she still LOVES it. She climbs in and out by herself, with all her stuffed animals, and loves to read her books in it. I’m amazed by how fast she is growing up, and how even with new things or experiences I’m scared to start with her, really are just a natural progression she’s already ready for. How did toddler bed transitions go for you?! Any suggestions to keep the good mojo up?! http://liketk.it/2DKjN #liketkit @liketoknow.it 📸: @littledreamersphoto .
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Sometimes I wish someone would push me in a stroller to a nice dinner after a long day at work. But it’s almost Friday, so yay!!
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Have you checked out my Momma Resources Page yet? We have some amazing childcare and gear resources we plan to share soon! What was a deciding factor on your childcare decision (nanny, daycare, au pair, family) AND what’s your favorite piece of baby or toddler gear?!? #liketkit http://liketk.it/2DCCR @liketoknow.it @liketoknow.it.family Follow me on the LIKEtoKNOW.it app to get the product details for this look and others
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Monday we are ready for you! Made my favorite breakfast, a big cup of tea and have some fun plans during the evenings this week to keep my enthusiasm up (and not miss the beach too much!!). How do you get energized and ready for the first day back after a long holiday weekend?! http://liketk.it/2D9C4 #liketkit @liketoknow.it
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Got to have lunch with my sissy after some meetings this week which was a big treat for us both. I don’t always take a lunch break but sometimes it’s exactly what I need to get a pep back in my step and focus in the afternoon. Especially when oatmeal cookies are involved 🤣 Do you bring your lunch to your work space, cook at home, or go out to eat during the work week?
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The world is so much more magical through her eyes!
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My number one trick for getting work done after Addie is back from daycare is “Frozen” on the Amazon Kids Fire 8”. Its on sale for only $89 right now! I got her some cute cat earphones for when she’s on the airplane that I linked here, too. I never thought I’d be ok with TV for toddlers (I was the crazy lady thinking it was bad). But not going to lie, sometimes it’s exactly what we both need. Not a lot, but as a treat. And I think everyone on the airplanes we ride in this summer will appreciate it, too!! 🤣
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It’s $1 Old Navy Flip Flip day with code “Dolla”! We’re going to explore the @thecoop this weekend to get some play time inside (they have great toys and a bouncy house and a ball pit!) and then hit the store for flip flops before brunch. What are your weekend plans for Fathers Day?!?
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With my husband on the road most of the week, we realized quickly that there were some things we just need to outsource to spend more quality time together on the weekends when we are actually together as a family. My husband and I both hate doing laundry; so we decided that one of the things we were willing to outsource and pay for would be help with doing our laundry. I’ve been testing out this service for a while to make sure that if I told you all about it, it was something that I truly believe actually helps make our family, with two working parents, run a little bit smoother. And it does! The Folde is a pick up and drop off laundry and dry cleaning service. You get to pick your detergent, softener, dryer sheets, water and drying heat levels, folding and hanging preferences and the time and day of pick up and drop off. They return everything within 2 business days and text you when on their way! There is a medium (3-5 loads) and large size (6-8 loads) bag you fill and put outside your door. They pick it up and return it...and it’s a flat rate for the bag full!! Ya’ll this is a GAME changer. If you want to try it, please feel free to use my code to get $10 off your first load! Go to: www.thefolde.com and use this code when checking out: SGIQHJPO
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We just planned a mini family vacation to our favorite beach this summer and I’m ecstatic. We also planned a trip just the hubby and I. I feel like we have spent a lot of our time off at work the past two years introducing the baby to family and spending time with extended family. That is a value we want to instill in our daughter and we are so grateful for those memories and the fun we have planned this year. But we are so stoked for some couple time (first trip away from baby!!) and a mini adventure the 3 of us, too!! What are your summer plans?! http://liketk.it/2Cr0n #liketkit @liketoknow.it #LTKbaby #LTKbump #LTKfamily @liketoknow.it.family You can instantly shop all of my looks by following me on the LIKEtoKNOW.it app

Happy Humpday. Here’s a big mischievous Miss Adelaide smile to get you through the rest of the week!
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Is working out like this for anyone else these days? Tell me I’m not alone 🙈🤣🤷‍♀️ You’re rocking it, Momma, don’t be afraid to get creative to make it all work. I recommend “hide and seek” while yoga if that’s helpful for you this week, too!!
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My work from home #momuniform is a T-shirt, jeans that have a stretch drawstring without zippers and a sweater or jacket. I’m currently going thru my wardrobe and throwing out all my non-Momma clothes. I never thought I’d be a person who says this but some of those dresses, skirts and tops are too risky and non-momma-proof now when bending down or running after a toddler. And my work dresses, while I’ve lost all the pregnancy weight, just don’t fit the same way anymore. I’m proud of my body for what it’s done and know it’s changed even if the scale is the same (and some days less) then what It was before I was a momma so trying to embrace the fact that I love jeans and pants and tops even more then dresses now LOL! Sooooo let the spring cleaning commence! http://liketk.it/2BdXJ #liketkit @liketoknow.it #LTKfamily Download the LIKEtoKNOW.it app to shop this pic via screenshot

Anyone else ready for the weekend?!? thank you everyone for all of the Easter ideas!! I’m working on her basket today and will share what I get in my stories once amazon delivers 😜 http://liketk.it/2B5O4 #liketkit @liketoknow.it #LTKbaby #LTKhome @liketoknow.it.family @liketoknow.it.home You can instantly shop my looks by following me on the LIKEtoKNOW.it app

What do you put in your kiddos Easter basket? I’m trying to find quick things on Amazon prime and am obsessed with I play baby’s flexible sunglasses and swim suits with swim diapers. Someone recently told me they put summer toys and swim wear in their kiddos baskets and I was super impressed and inspired. What do you put in yours?! http://liketk.it/2B4G3 #liketkit @liketoknow.it #LTKbaby @liketoknow.it.family You can instantly shop my looks by following me on the LIKEtoKNOW.it app

This weekend I had an amazing girls getaway with my cousins and sister. We do this every other year and just head to one of our houses and spend some quality time together. It’s such a whirlwind, but it’s also such a blessing that I can spend some time with these very important ladies. It was nice to also have a weekend of adult girl time, and get a boost of love from my family #momtribe. One of our personal goals for Adelaide is that she values family. Taking the time, and truly investing in our small family and broader family unit, is not always easy or cheap. I took a flight after a long work trip to Austin then got into two separate cars to drive 6 hours each way in two days 🙈But this is the life we want. It’s the kind of relationships and family we want and value. Never let your job be the reason you don’t love up on the people and spend time building the life you want. Sometimes work takes a priority, but make sure you know what your overall goal is and use that to make a plan of what your priorities are more often then not. Hope everyone has a restful and re-setting Sunday as we roll into the grind tomorrow! http://liketk.it/2APCX #liketkit @liketoknow.it You can instantly shop my looks by following me on the LIKEtoKNOW.it app

As a working momma, with two jobs, one of which is growing our community here on Balancing By Design, I sometimes feel guilty about my choice to hustle. I’m blessed that I can work on this community (and my other job!!) virtually quite often but know that it sometimes comes at the expense of me being on my phone at nights and weekends when I could be spending more 1:1 time with Adelaide. Rachel Hollis’ new book, “Girl, Stop Apologizing” has really flipped that concept in my head; regardless of what we do as mommas - be it taking time to work out, to work in your job, to work on a new business, or even just to take time for yourself, we have got to re-think how we frame it. Taking care of yourself, and working on things that inspire and jazz you up, make you a better version of yourself. And I want my baby to see that. I want her to know hard work, true balance and give and take, and be inspired by her momma and daddy on how she too can create the life she wants if she is focused on it. Anyone else sometimes experience this conflict? What do you think?? http://liketk.it/2AM6D #liketkit @liketoknow.it Follow me on the LIKEtoKNOW.it to get a copy of her book!

Had a weekend of snuggles, books and lots of gardening! Now we’re reading some our of favorite books and calling it an early night. We had almost all of our plans cancelled this weekend and it was so cool how restful it was to not have much to do!! How do you re-charge over the weekend? http://liketk.it/2AH5b #liketkit @liketoknow.it Download the LIKEtoKNOW.it app to shop this pic via screenshot

Some of our spring break beach vacation deals with a toddler and baby are linked here today. Check out my stories to swipe up to read a bit more on the blog, too! Happy end of spring break (and FREEDOM for those whose school was out lol!) http://liketk.it/2AF8U #liketkit @liketoknow.it #LTKbaby @liketoknow.it.family .
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Linking some of my favorite patio pieces for this spring weekend! http://liketk.it/2AEli #liketkit @liketoknow.it

Happy Sunday! We’re gonna make pancakes and bacon and eggs (our favorite family traditions on the weekends) and find somewhere fun to celebrate St Patty’s! Looks a little different these days but we feel super lucky to have Miss Adelaide to celebrate with!
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I’m all about the diaper bag backpacks for Working Mommas. I’ve listed my favorites based on size, quality, size of pockets for laptops, baby items and luxury. DM me for links! Sharing the Lilly and Jade in this picture!
1. Fawn Design Original Tan
2. Kanga Pack Black
3. Lilly and Jade Shaylee pink
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Playroom Stage 1 Reveal!
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On the blog today read about my partnership with @regalobaby to talk about how we convertied a dining room into a playroom for $200. We still have some additional things we want to add but I will say when we laid everything out Addie walked into it and her jaw dropped and she said “more more” which I’m taking to mean, I love it! Haha. Swipe to see the transformation we made from when we first moved in, when we made this and dining room and conpare it to now! No need to spend a lot of time or money on a space to make it “new to you!” http://liketk.it/2Anzn #liketkit @liketoknow.it @liketoknow.it.home Download the LIKEtoKNOW.it app to shop this pic via screenshot

I’m taking some intentional “me time” this month to focus on really uplifting the BBD community, bringing the content you all want and truly building a network of #workingmomtribe ladies. I’m grateful I was able to attend @thrivetogetherblog conference last weekend and am fired up from it, the women I met, and all the other SXSW events this week. As always, send me your thoughts on what I can do to rudely make BBD a resource and community for you❤️💋 http://liketk.it/2AlD6 #liketkit @liketoknow.it You can instantly shop my looks by following me on the LIKEtoKNOW.it app

Looking forward to some R&R tonight for these tired eyes, reading the Crazy Rich Asians series! I’ve been wearing these blue ray glasses during the day to help with my headaches and dry eyes and have to say they have actually made a difference. Between them, and my new cell phone wallet, my load has gotten a LOT less heavy. Anyone else have mom shoulder? It’s when you carry super heavy diaper bags and baby’s all day and have a never ending shoulder and back pain. Doctor told me it’s a thing! So I’ve opted for a wallet that’s built into my cell phone: one less thing for me to lug around. Maybe this will cure some of my mom shoulder aches like the glasses have my eyes? 😜 http://liketk.it/2AjM5 #liketkit @liketoknow.it Download the LIKEtoKNOW.it app to shop this pic via screenshot

Spring is in the air and we are officially adding more color to our house. My husband always said hour home was too “white” like a hospital. I think I was honestly decorating that way cause I’m nervous. Nervous about being bold and trying new things. Well, I learned a lot at Thrive this weekend and one of the things God put on my heart was to be bold, find the color, and follow my dream and he put some plans and passions on my mind and heart that I’m exploding to explore! So here is a pink wreath I bought. It’s not gold or silver- it’s BRIGHT pink. And I love it. And I can’t wait to incorporate more color and frankly energy into my life and home. Anyway else feel like their spring is the start of a new beginning?! http://liketk.it/2AgP1 #liketkit @liketoknow.it #LTKhome @liketoknow.it.home Screenshot this pic to get shoppable product details with the LIKEtoKNOW.it app