LuLaRoe Guide for the Pregnant Mama {+ random thoughts on getting dressed in the 3rd trimester}

If you can believe it, before last week, I had never put on any LuLaRoe clothing. And yes that includes their leggings. I had heard rave reviews, but since I am currently pregnant, I wondered how the sizing and fit would work for me. Thankfully, my friend Courtney is a LuLaRoe Stylist and she sent me a few items to try. Check out her LuLaRoe Facebook Shopping page here. She has great inventory and shows you how to put together LuLaRoe pieces in the most adorable and creative ways!

Now I have to pause for a second and talk about how hard it is to get yourself dressed when you are in your 3rd Trimester. I'm currently training my toddler to help me take my socks and shoes on and off. Mom of the year, right? But really, it just gets harder and harder to get dressed. So when I manage to get out of my PJ's, it better be into clothes that are equally comfortable. That is why LuLaRoe is a pregnant Mama's friend. Easy to wear and oh so comfortable. Trust the 30 week pregnant girl.

Here are a few pieces I highly recommend for anyone (even if you aren't pregnant). These pieces can be worn before, DURING and after pregnancy. WIN!

CARLY {DRESS}: If you are new to LuLaRoe, the Carly is a short sleeve swing dress. It is longer in the back and has a cute pocket detail on the front. It is light and easy to wear. It is also perfect for layering especially when you live in Ohio and you don't have a coat that zips over your belly. I am wearing a size XXS.

IRMA {SHIRT}: The Irma is a "high-low" tunic, making it perfect to wear with leggings because the back covers your booty. The sleeves are fitted and are mid-length. Let me also say that anytime a pregnant gal can fit into a shirt labeled XXS, it's a win.

LEGGINGS: I am accustomed to wearing maternity leggings 24/7 lately so I was really thinking that I'd be disappointed when I tried these LuLaRoe leggings on, but I wasn't. They are as soft as everyone claims and they aren't tight around the waist, which would be a huge problem for me right now. These are comparable to the comfort of maternity leggings, and if you've ever worn those you know that is a big deal. I love the color of these and the thickness. These might be a pair of leggings that my cats can't actually poke a hole through...we shall see.

So there you have it. Three LuLaRoe items that could benefit you during your pregnancy.

And for all of the nursing Mama's out there, I saw this trick that I really want to try. Take the Amelia dress and wear it backwards so that the zipper is now in the front. I saw Brooke White do it on her Insta story (@realbrookewhite) the other day so that means it's legit, right? I might have to find out for myself!

For inventory and styling tips, check out LuLaRoe Stylist Courtney's 

Facebook page and Instagram Account.

Bump Style with PinkBlush Maternity + $75.00 GIVEAWAY

When I was dreaming up what to wear to a family member's engagement party on a dinner boat, PinkBlush was the first place I went looking because they have so many options for beautiful maternity dresses that can be styled for any occasion. The material of this maxi dress was amazing and was breathable too, which was a huge plus since the temperature when we first got on the boat was in the upper 80's. I was able to chase around my toddler without sweating through my dress and looking like a literal hot mess. Win, win.

PinkBlush has many maternity dresses to choose from, but they also have non-maternity clothing as well. I chose this dress because I can wear it throughout all stages of my pregnancy, while nursing and beyond. It is a great transitional dress for Mamas that you can wear and feel both pretty and comfortable in! 

PinkBlush has amazing prints and I love their bright and bold colors. I also love online shopping because who wants to cart a toddler around to try on their maternity clothes? Not this Mama. PinkBlush has many options for any of you ladies out there and the shipping was fast and prompt.

I will most definitely be shopping at PinkBlush again and want you to be able to shop there too. So PinkBlush has generously offered a 75 dollar credit to one of YOU!

You can enter the giveaway below. I will be verifying all entries. Winner will be chosen one week from today!

 Please note that if you have won a gift card to PinkBlush within the last 3 months, you are not eligible to enter to win again. 

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*This post is sponsored by PinkBlush Maternity, but all opinions are my own.

Mountain Style {Aztec sweater+fur trimmed boots}

Sweater: H&M, Chambray Top: Limited, Jeans: Lauren Conrad @ Kohls, Boots: (old) Wilson Leather & Co.

During our stay in the Smoky Mountains, I decided to have some fun with my wardrobe and play up the fact that I was in the mountains during the winter time. You just can't go wrong with an oversized Aztec sweater, chambray and fur trimmed boots. For a minute I felt like Gentri Lee. She always has fabulous adventuring outfits. What would you take to wear for a winter getaway in the mountains?

My new favorite sweater + a site you NEED to know about!

Sweater: Brickyard Buffalo, Bowler Hat: H&M, Jeans: Lauren Conrad, Boots: Nine West

So it snowed in Ohio yesterday, which made me immediately search my closet for my most comfortable sweater, make myself some hot chocolate and blare my Christmas music. There's just something about a big chunky aztec sweater that makes me happy. Thankfully I was able to snag this amazing sweater from the pop up shop Brickyard Buffalo.

I've already bought more from this site than I've ever bought from an online site before. Basically it's an online shop that is always adding deals from some of the most current and modern companies. I got this sweater for $22 instead of $44. The only downside is you have to act quickly or deals sell out.

If you are looking for cute Christmas gifts or stocking stuffers check out this site. I promise you won't regret it...unless you walk away after spending hundreds of dollars, which could totally happen!

Happy hump day!

Linking up with Shanna.

Noonday Style (What I wore)

Dress: Anthropology, Sweater: Banana Republic, 

Goldrush Necklace: Noonday Collection, Shoes: Old Navy

I recently got my first Noonday piece and I couldn't be happier with it! Not only is it a great quality piece, it is also very fashionable and the money I spent on it goes to support a great cause. I just love knowing that this very necklace was made with love from India and the money made from it will help someone better their life! Win, win!

 Linking up with the lovely Shanna