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I woke up to some amazing news today- one of my good friends from home is pregnant! How exciting is that? It got me thinking of my own pregnancy  and all the #preggohacks I used, the books I read, etc.. I figured I’d share in case you find them helpful.

Apps, Podcasts and Other Preggo Tech:

  • Period Tracker Lite:

Before getting pregnant, (and  before we even started trying!) I used the app Period Tracker to do just that- track my period. Generally, I’ve been pretty regular period-wise but just didn’t have the discipline to track it. Period Tracker does just that- you just press a button when you get your period and that it. It’s awesome and FREE! When I find myself eating too much or crying too much I just look on my phone and 90% of the times it turns out my period is around the corner. The other 10% is just me being fat and needy, what else is new?

Period Tracker is also great when you start trying to get preggo (or trying not to!) because it shows you in BRIGHT GREEN the days you’re ovulating- it’s dummy proof. Trust me, I would know- I’m a dummy and a HALF when it comes to tech.

  • Ovia Pregnancy Tracker & Baby Calendar:

There’s a million apps out there to track baby’s  (and mama’s!!!) growth. I used this one. I liked that it was pretty (duh!) and the information was clear. It tracked baby’s growth by week as compared to fruits, veggies, desserts or even cute animals- aka, your baby is the size of a chihuahua. My favorite feature was the hand size feature. It shows your the size of baby’s hand as compared to your phone! Cutest thing ever..  They also have articles and a ‘ask the community’ feature but I didn’t really use those. If you end up using them, please let me know how they are!

  • Pregnancy Confidential Podcast:

You know I’m all about #REALmomlife and this Podcast shows just that, the ins and outs of pregnancy as told by real moms (who just happen to be editors at Parents mag).  Each episode (weekly- starting at week 9) walks you through what your body and your baby are going through in a way that is easy to understand, with a girlfriend-to-girlfriend vibe. I can’t recommend this Podcast enough! It made my commute to work each morning MUCH better.

Mama’s Little Helpers:

  • Preggie Pops:

Morning sickness is a VERY misleading term in my book- there’s nothing morning about preggo nausea! For me, it wasn’t an all day every day thing (thank GOD!) and I never actually threw up but I did have a weird feeling in my stomach pretty much non-stop for the first 12 weeks. Enter Preggie Pops! These lollipops really helped me with that queasy nausea feeling. Whenever my stomach started feeling weird I would suck on one- I don’t know if it’s psychological or what but they totally worked for me! If you don’t feel like sucking on a lollipop – maybe people don’t know you’re preggo yet?- they also have these lozenges (cough drops). If you try them, let me know how they are!

  • Pregnancy Pillow:

It might seem inconceivable right now, but your belly will expand pretty much over night. I remember suddenly, without any real warning, being SO uncomfortable when it came time to go to sleep one night.  I didn’t feel particularly big or bloated before hand-  I just couldn’t go to sleep! It was like I had to re-learn how to position by body for sleeping- my dimensions had changed and I was FEELING it. Much to the #handsomehubbs’ dismay (he HATED the pillow- it’s not conducive to cuddling  hahah) , I got a pregnancy pillow and it helped immensely. I went with the Snoogle but there’s a ton of other ones out there. The folks at parenting.com did a great post  on the different pregnancy pillows in the market, highlighting their pros and cons. Being as I’m stuck with my Snoogle for all my future pregnancies ($$$!) I’ll leave the reviewing to the experts and just link to their post here.

  • Nursing Bras:

Around week 12 my boobs starting getting HUGE. I’ve always been flat chested to boot so my new Pamela Anderson cleavage situation was a welcome addition in our household lol.. I literally could not fit into any of my bras! One thing I was VERY happy I did is instead of buying bigger, traditional bras for my new boob BFFS, I got nursing bras! When it was time to breast-feed baby, I was all set up with nursing bras I’d used through out my pregnancy. It was awesome!

My favorite nursing bras were by Bravado.  They are supportive, soft and super comfy. I loved them! Target also has some good, cheaper options like this one by Medela. If you’re not into sporty-looking bras (for some reason those became my faves!) there’s also more traditional looking bras that are nursing friendly, like these. If you go the traditional bra route, I suggest you do wire-less ones.

  • Blanqi Belly Support Leggings:

These were another pre and post baby MUST HAVE for me.  We all know leggings are LIFE- its the closest thing we have to wearing P.J. bottoms out of the house while still looking semi-put together, am I right? These leggings by Blanqi are amazing and not see through at all. Pre-baby, during pregnancy, I used them a ton because of the belly support. I tried a few different ones and found that these were the BEST for my back pain- carrying around that big ol’ belly is hard work!  After baby, they are AWESOME because they go up really high which lets pull your shirt up for breastfeeding WITHOUT SHOWING YOUR STOMACH! This was HUGE for me, especially when traveling with infant Chickie. My husband referred to these as my travel pants haha..

  • ELEMIS Body Oil:

By the end of my pregnancy I was HUGE. I got asked a handful of times when “the babies” were due; meaning it looked like I was having twins haha.. Don’t believe me? This pictures was taken at week 35! Chickie didn’t come out until week 41 so you can imagine.. Despite of my massive belly, I don’t have AANNYYY stretchmarks! I credit this to my Elemis Body Oil which I used religiously through out my pregnancy. I would normally put it all over my body, every day paying particular attention to the love handle area of my back since that’s were I stretched out the most! Looking back, I wish I had payed more attention to my boobs too, so make sure to do this! As a bonus, this oil also works AMAZING as a overnight hair mark- think coconut oil on steriods! Yesssss..

35 weeks and counting.. HUUUGE!

That’s all the MUST HAVES I can think of.. If you’d like to add to our list, PLEASE do so! Comment bellow and I’ll add your suggestion! Look at us, mamas helping mamas.. you KNOW #ittakesavillage, thank you for being a part of mine!

PS- if you liked this post, you’ll be happy to know I have a Where We Shop: Pregnancy Clothes post (kinda like this one) in the works! Be sure to subscribe with your e-mail below so I can keep you in the loop. Thanks for stopping by!

 

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⚾️ Sign your kids up for Red Sox Kid Nation to score them a free ticket! The first tier (rookie) membership is free and also gets them some @redsox swag 👏🏽 Sign up for the newsletter while you’re at it to be notified of kid/family friendly ballpark events or special games 🔥

⚾️ Enter through Gate K (for kids!) to access @fenwaypark ‘s Kids Concourse where you’ll find fun games and activities for your littles! Think face painting, balloon art, more kid friendly concession stands, etc.. 

⚾️ Wally’s Clubhouse is a great spot for little humans to stretch their legs and partake in some ballpark fun of their own: Lego blocks, a toddler playground, magic shoes and in inning 3, photo ops with Wally himself 🥰 

⚾️ Although game goers are limited in what size bag they can bring in, diaper bags get a free pass so don’t fret about the size (just leave pocket knifes at home.. 😅😅). Small, umbrella type strollers are also allowed in the stadium 👏🏽 

⚾️ Family bathrooms are located near the Customer Service booth at Gate E and next to the elevator in the Big Concourse, on the Pavilion Level under Pavilion Box 14 and on top of Pavilion Box 2 🔥🔥 @fenwaypark also features clean and private pumping/nursing stations 👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽 Note: every bathroom (not just family bathrooms and regardless of gender) has changing tables 🫰🏽 

⚾️ If you are worried about drinking, purchase tickets in the CVS Family Section located in grandstands sections 32 + 33. No alcohol is allowed here and this is strictly enforced. 

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It’s Opening Day in America’s (and my husband’s) most beloved ballpark this week ⚾️🎟️🔥👏🏽 Planning on taking the kids this spring or summer? Don’t worry - I got chuuu Mama! 🥰❤️ Tips and tricks for a successful trip to Fenway Park with your littles: 

⚾️ Sign your kids up for Red Sox Kid Nation to score them a free ticket! The first tier (rookie) membership is free and also gets them some @redsox swag 👏🏽 Sign up for the newsletter while you’re at it to be notified of kid/family friendly ballpark events or special games 🔥

⚾️ Enter through Gate K (for kids!) to access @fenwaypark ‘s Kids Concourse where you’ll find fun games and activities for your littles! Think face painting, balloon art, more kid friendly concession stands, etc.. 

⚾️ Wally’s Clubhouse is a great spot for little humans to stretch their legs and partake in some ballpark fun of their own: Lego blocks, a toddler playground, magic shoes and in inning 3, photo ops with Wally himself 🥰 

⚾️ Although game goers are limited in what size bag they can bring in, diaper bags get a free pass so don’t fret about the size (just leave pocket knifes at home.. 😅😅). Small, umbrella type strollers are also allowed in the stadium 👏🏽 

⚾️ Family bathrooms are located near the Customer Service booth at Gate E and next to the elevator in the Big Concourse, on the Pavilion Level under Pavilion Box 14 and on top of Pavilion Box 2 🔥🔥 @fenwaypark also features clean and private pumping/nursing stations 👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽 Note: every bathroom (not just family bathrooms and regardless of gender) has changing tables 🫰🏽 

⚾️ If you are worried about drinking, purchase tickets in the CVS Family Section located in grandstands sections 32 + 33. No alcohol is allowed here and this is strictly enforced. 

⚾️ HAVE FUN!! 🫶🏽🫶🏽🫶🏽 

What’s your happiest Fenway memory?! Mine might be the snapshots compiled in this video — the kids’ first time in a place that means so much to my #handsomehubbs and family 🫶🏽🫶🏽🫶🏽🫶🏽
.. and if that doesn’t call for a @badbunnypr ba .. and if that doesn’t call for a @badbunnypr bathroom dance party, I don’t know what does 😜😂💃🏽 Click the link in bio to shop @harperwilde 15% off 👏🏽🔥 

🎥 Items shown: 

☝🏽 the BLISS bralette in the “take up space” edit in size S 🫰🏽

✌🏽 the LOUNGE RIBBED TRIANGLE bralette in size S 

👌🏽 the BLISS TRIANGLE BRALETTE in color beige, size S 

And not pictured 🩲, to spare my dad 🤣: 

🫰🏽 no show high waste brief in size S 
🫰🏽no show bikini in size S 

code GOWILDESTEPHANIE gets you 15% off 🥰❤️ What’s your fave?!?
🐰 PSA 🐰 Easter is two weeks away 💓 🥚🌷 Swipe for cutie, unique Easter basket ideas that will make it your 🐇 on time 👏🏽 and click the link in bio to shop 🫰🏽✨ HAPPY SPRING, friends! 🌷💫
🚿 Showering in #CasaRice will never be the same 🚿 Showering in #CasaRice will never be the same again thanks to @tooletries_hq 🔥🙌🏽 #gifted 

Products shown: 

🫰🏽 The Harvey & Oliver Set (mirror + caddy) 

🫰🏽 The Arnold (2 pack of hook tiles that can hold up to 4 pounds - we were SHOOK when we realized our heavy towels stay up, even when wet!!) 

🫰🏽Silicone body scrubber 🧽 

Thank you @tooletries_hq for upgrading our shower game, BIG TIME 👏🏽🔥😋
Best $70 we’ve spent in a WHILE 🔥 See the sid Best $70 we’ve spent in a WHILE 🔥 See the side straps?! The bag can also hold skis, too, if you can believe it 😱 I LOVE that it’s a 🎒 because we need hands free to carry the little’s bags ($30, also linked in bio!) and other gear 🙌🏽 We’ve used these for our last 2 ski trips and they are a game changer ✅ 

I keep all 4 ski bags packed with: boots, socks, waterproof layers, head/face coverings, helmet, goggles + mittens - essentially everything but base + inner layers. When we get back from a 🎿 trip, I immediately wash (regular), dry (air, no dryer) and repack 💥🫰🏽 It’s so beyond helpful to be able to grab and go knowing we’re not leaving anything behind. 🙌🏽🙌🏽 See you next year, babies 🎒🎒❤️‍🔥
One last 🎿 weekend before welcoming in the🌷🌸🌺🌼 ✨ In like a lion, out like a lamb 🫰🏽 Peace out #skiszn ✌🏽- we *really* gave it our ALL this year 🙌🏽🔥🎿✅
A little recap of Mr. and Mrs. Williamson’s ✨D A little recap of Mr. and Mrs. Williamson’s ✨D R E A M Y ✨ happily ever after 👰🏼‍♀️🤵🏼‍♂️💍🌴💓 We love you guys!!!! 💫💫💫💫
A weekend away from the kids.. but not their GERMS A weekend away from the kids.. but not their GERMS 🦠🤮🙃💚 Made the best of 72 hours in San Diego with the stomach bug, fina cortesía de mi Chickie Lou ☠️☠️ Bug or no bug, so thankful to be a part of your forever - ain’t no thang gonna keep us from celebrating our best guy finding his forever gal, @hayhaywilliamson 💓🙏🏽✨ Que vivan los novios!!! 👰🏼🤵🏼‍♂️🫶🏽
It’s a snowstorm eve miracle! 😂❄️💓 @sw It’s a snowstorm eve miracle! 😂❄️💓 @sweatybetty sure knows how to make ‘em! Click the in bio (or visit the blog and click to shop my Instagram) to shop my favorite base layers at 50% off! 🎿🔥
Another week, another library trip 🫶🏽Really Another week, another library trip 🫶🏽Really excited about this week’s picks! 

🔥 Stella Never Gives Up by @andominguezzzz ft. a Latinx girl who wants to save the ocean while on vacation — sound like anyone you know? 😂❤️‍🔥 Chick is bound to love this series 🤞🏽🤞🏽 

🔥 Anisa’s International Day by @reemfaruqi centers Pakistani culture 🙌🏽 as we follow Anisa’s adventures introducing her culture to her classmates! 

🔥 The Lemonade Series grabbed Chick immediately! It humorously covers themes of sibling rivalry and conflict resolution. She was laughing out loud while reading this morning 😂😍

🔥 The Invincible Girls Series are shorter chapter books geared towards the 7-10 age group. Chick devours them in *literally* one sitting 🥲 

🔥 Say it Out Loud by @allisonvarnes is one we will try to read together as it’s more advanced (and longer!). The main theme is bullying and the consequences of staying silent. It looks really interesting and has great reviews ❤️‍🔥 

She likely won’t read all of them - I never know what will grab her attention! — but I loaded UP this week because most books are on the shorter side ❤️

Links in bio!! 🫶🏽🫶🏽
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