Fourth of July Sales

ANTHROPOLOGIE:

Extra 25% off sale

My picks: this / this / this

GAP:

40% off your purchase with code PARTYON

My picks: this / this / this

J.CREW:

Up to 50% off select items

My picks: this / this / these

J.CREW FACTORY:

50% off everything, no code needed

My picks: this / this / this  

LOFT:

40% off everything with code HBDUSA

My picks: this  / this / this 

MADEWELL:

20% off select items with code SPARKLER 

My picks: this / this

My Second Baby Must Haves

As an AP style parent, I'm a big believer in that you don't really need a lot of "stuff" to have a baby.  The first time around I had like, spreadsheets of all the "must haves" and a lot of it (swing, wipe warmer, swaddles, etc) sat around collecting dust.  All you really need, in my opinion is your boobs and some diapers.  That being said, here are some of the things that have come in handy the second time around:

1.  This baby carrier- it's my favorite favorite. I basically wear it all day, every day.  I wrote more about it here!

2.  The Boppy Lounger- You just NEED a place to set them down the second time around.  This is probably our most used item, other than the carrier.  We liked this one better than others because of the angle.  Ralphie likes to be able to see what is going on around him.

3.  A double stroller- this one can go in about a billion combinations.  We also love the rider board that hooks on.

4.  This sponge bath thing!  This seems like such a weird purchase, but it has been SO helpful when bathing two of them- read all the reviews!

5.  The Nose Frida- this is just a great thing to have for any baby, but you kind of need an individual one for each baby.

6. & 7. Their own blankets and burp cloths.  Of course you could reuse these, but I found it nice to have new ones for the new addition.  These are Ralphie's swaddles.  And the old burp clothes have that weird yellow tint.  We love these ones, they're nice and big!

8.  A dual camera baby monitor- if you are lucky enough to have both kids sleeping at the same time, in a room away from you, this will come in handy.  So far, that has not happened to me, ha.

9.  A wrap  or a sling for those early days before the carrier feels right.

Stuff We're Loving

All the good stuff we are digging right now.  

      1.  These Henley onesies are so freaking adorable- Ralphie rocks them pretty much daily.  

2.  I'm obsessed with this tie- front, button down tee.  It's nursing friendly, goes with everything, and comes in a bunch of colors! 

3.  OMG this potty watch.  Absolute game changer for our potty training ordeals!  I plan to write more about how this is going, but if your toddler is motivated by being grown up, having a cool watch that tells when to go instead of boring old mom is so helpful!

4.  Fourth of July pajamas for my littles- I just love holiday pajamas, and matching babes! 

5.  These are my favorite bow slides- I now have them in multiple colors.  In denim here, and on sale here!!

Weekend Sales

pickings from our wildflower field visit yesterday!

The Anthropologie Summer Tag Sale has begun!  My picks: this perfect tee, this button up tank (perfect for nursing!),  obsessed with this peasant top, and I love this pretty top. 

Mango has almost everything on sale.  My picks: This midi dress has been on my wishlist forever- perfect for nursing, and linen fabric is great for summer temps.  I love this tank, and this jumpsuit too!

J.Crew is 30% off everything.  My picks: I love this wrap top with the lemon print, and this sweatshirt is so perfect for summer nights.  I also adore this cotton midi skirt. 

Loft has 50% off all dresses, skirts, and shorts.  My picks: I've wanted this button down dress forever, I love this eyelet dress, and these embroidered shorts are so adorable!

Summer Nursing Friendly Finds

I received some requests for more nursing friendly finds- wedding guest dress options and casual everyday tops! Here are some of my picks:
I want this top in every color- it's easy to dress up or down.
This dress is perfect!
This dress and this dress are perfect for a wedding.
This tank is so cute- I have it in blue and wear it all the time!
I'm also seriously digging this jumpsuit!

click the pictures to shop the rest of my picks!

Amazon Summer Finds

Why is Amazon the greatest website on earth? There are so many good finds on there- perfect for summer with littles.

Quick drying beach towels- Come in all different shapes and colors, and apparently they repel sand!
No pain detangling brush- Do you fight with your toddler over brushing their hair?  I feel like wet hair doubles in the summer.  This thing is awesome.
Wood camera- For your budding little photographer
Beach radio- The perfect beach radio- you can play Bluetooth from your phone or the regular old radio!
Sand toys- Wide variety and great price!
Perfect beach bag- It's huge, waterproof, and comes with a clear waterproof phone case and bottle opener! It also has two side pockets  for your water bottles. 

I also have found a bunch of budget friendly goodies for myself- this swimsuit is perfect for mom duty, and this top is amazing for nursing! 

White dress-  An under $20 version of an amazing Free People maxi
Stripe swimsuit & Black swimsuit- Both perfect for moms and inexpensive!
Button down top- Comes in three other colors
Workout tanks- These are highly reviewed- and would be great for nursing too! 

Target Finds for June

Join us in a red cart- let's go on a virtual Target run, shall we? So many good finds lately!

Ophelia Style: Toddler Dresses

Ophelia at two and a half is basically a style maven.  She is obsessed with her clothes and getting dressed- if she had her way she'd wear a dress or a tutu everyday.  I invited her to do a little guest edit and share some of her favorites: 

Pink floral // Rainbow stripe // Blue floral (only $10!)

Pink embroidered // Mexican dress // Gingham pinafore (only $7!)

Mexican dress // Pink eyelet // Floral pinafore (only $10!)

Lemon dress (only $9!)// Metallic stripe // Chambray dress

Baby Boy Summer Finds

Back at it with more good baby boy finds! 

Checked tank // Shortalls // Be Kind Onesie

Jumpsuit // Dog Espadrille // Brimmed Bonnet // Cloud Overalls

Grey Romper // Navy Sandals // Check Shorts // Suspender Shorts

Henley Bodysuit // Brown Sandals // Navy Shorts // Lion Onesie

Father's Day Gift Guide

Ophelia calls her dad "Guy" so for us Father's Day could be known as Guy Day.  Happy Guy's Day!

Golf Polo : My husband has this in three colors- it's a good one! 

BBQ Spices : This is for the chef who also tries to stay healthy- there is no sugar or other yucky stuff in these spices! 

Bags Set : What guy doesn't love bags.  Did you know it's technically called cornhole? 

Personalized 5-in-1 Grill Tool: What a nifty tool.  

Personalized Golf Balls : I think we are going to make some of these actually- lots of cool craft ideas here!

Putting Alignment Tool : On my husband's wishlist.  

Bonfire Pit : What is it with boys and fire? 

Charcoal Grill:  We already have a grill, but apparently men need variety.  Ian has his eye on this one.  

Timex Watch: A classic.  

Yeti Lowball: My husband uses this every single day.  A Yeti cooler would be a good gift too- Yeti stuff seems to be like candy for men.  

Baseball Tee: So cute! 

Budget Friendly Finds- Straw Summer Bags

The It Bag of this summer seems to be the French market straw bag.  I love it because mine fits all my mom accessories with room to spare!  I rounded up some good ones that are all easy on the wallet.  These are perfect for the beach- or the farmer's market!

One//Two

Three//Four/// Five

Six(love this backpack version!) //Seven//Eight

Nine//Ten//Twelve

White Eyelet Tops- My Weakness

I am wearing this one!

I DO NOT need another white eyelet top.  I DO NOT need another white eyelet top.  I am repeating this to myself, but I do not know how effective I am being.  If you, on the other hand, do need one, here are some goodies.