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SAS-sy Sandals

#Newblogpost SAS-sy Sandals featuring @SASshoemakers #pregnancystyle #fashionblogger #sandallover #summerstyle #dfwblogger

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I am so excited to be partnering with SAS. If you missed my last partnership with them check it out HERE. I want to thank San Antonio Shoemakers for the Complimentary shoes.

The summer months in Texas are HOT and I knew I would need a trendy but comfortable sandal since I am pregnant.  So many of my cute sandals have NO support and are terrible…

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Pregnancy Update Weeks 12-15 VLOG

Pregnancy Update Weeks 12-15 #VLOG #pregnancyupdate #mommyblogger #momlife #vlogger #dfwblogger #fortworth #15weekspregnant

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I am finally feeling a little bit human again and I am weening off of my nausea medications and after a Instagram poll y’all asked for a VLOG and here it is…. Hopefully, I did ok!

Here are some of the links I mentioned in the VLOG: Baby Doppler Snoogle Pillow Blog Pregnancy Update…

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* Please note this post may contain affiliate links and I received these products compliments of Dockatot, Binxy Baby, Ollie Swaddle and Lorena Canal. 

Before I was even pregnant there were a few items that I knew were on my “must have” list for baby #2.  Most of these products I heard about when Tripp was a baby and over these couple of years have just heard more and more moms rave about.  So I wanted to make sure I had them for baby #2!

  DockAtot + Toy arch- Link will get you $10 off all DockAtot’s!  

I am so excited to try this out.  I have heard such rave reviews on how well babies will sleep in the dockatot.  I love how portable it is and with a toddler on the go I will need something that is easy to move around to keep the baby close while I keep up with Tripp. I also love the toy arch attachment so it can be a play area for baby! Can we also take a moment to SWOON over the Aristot line?! Pretty sure their bassinets are on the top of my wishlist now!  The DockATot feels so comfy but sturdy all at the same time. I love the different designs that you can choose from [I got the “Bananas for you” print] and I look forward to helping baby get some good quality sleep! Here are some of the wonderful features of this product.

  – DockATot is a multi-functional lounger, co-sleeper and playtime lounger. – Two sizes (Deluxe for 0-8 Months, Grand 9-36 months) – Made in Europe, designed in Sweden. – Tested for breathability – OEKO-TEX certified – All natural, 100% cotton – Handmade in Europe – Ideal micro-climate for babies and tots – Grand is perfect for toddler bed transitions

  Binxy Baby– Get 10% off with this link! 

Next on my list that I have seen several times during my grocery store visits is a Binxy Baby cart hammock! This gives you room in the grocery cart, a safe place for baby AND you don’t have to lug the carseat in.  I always felt so bad piling groceries in the cart around the carseat. The hammock looks nice and cozy for baby and I think won’t be as hot to ride around in the store.  Tripp always got so hot not having air blow on him in that infant carseat and this gives so much more ventilation. I also love how collapsable it is so it is super portable to carry in.  These are all perfect solutions for us! See below for some of my favorite features.

– Fits most standard grocery store carts – Holds car seat and supports up to 50 pounds in weight – Used for babies approx. 6-8 months until they sit up on their own – Safety tested

Ollie Swaddle– Get 10% off with this link! 

We never found a swaddle that worked for my first little guy but I know how much it can help with sleep.  I love the look and feel of the ollie swaddle and I have heard amazing reviews from friends. Also, I LOVE the face you can access the diaper easily because at night you want as little distraction and buttons as possible… amiright?! I think that sleep is so important for mom and baby and this swaddle feels like heaven.  Take time to read the story on how the Ollie Swaddle came to life because of a social worker/foster parent because it will let you see the research and real life experiences that led to such a wonderful product. I chose the meadow color because I think it is calming and goes for both a boy and a girl! Here are some of my favorite features.

– Known as the the Smarter Swaddle™ – Made from custom moisture-wicking material to reduce the risk of overheating – Custom fit to allow for fit to be individualized to meet the needs and size of each little one – Easy access diaper changes accessible through opening at the bottom – One-size promotes ease with transitional stages

  Lorena Canal Rugs

OK They seriously have the CUTEST rugs that I have been eyeing for awhile.  We don’t know the gender but I have a cactus from my mom and I knew when I saw their cactus rug I needed it and our nursery theme was born!  I have put photos of some of my other favorites but it was hard to choose! Best of all you can easily throw these rugs into the wash… and with babies come messes so that is totally perfect for us.  I also love how the look of each rug can grow through different ages and can even be used in “adult” spaces! Here are some of my other favorite features.

– Rugs and cushions are all machine-washable and fit into a standard washer and dyer – Home collection is for adult spaces and sophisticated kids rooms – Loved by top celebs and picked by Vogue as top baby product for celebrity nurseries – Made in India, designed in Spain – All natural dyes, handmade, eco and contain no VOCs like most carpeting and rugs – Proceeds support the Sakula project, and provide schooling for children in India.

I am so excited to try these new toys/tools out with the new baby! SO many handy items that I didn’t get to try with Tripp.  It is fun what new trends come out even just after two years!

  What is on your must have baby list?

XOXO GabbingGinger

Must haves for baby #2! I'm so excited to show some of the first items I have gotten for baby! #pregnancy #mommyblogger #baby2 #babymusthaves #ontheblog @DockATot @ShopBinxy @TheOllieWorld ‏@Lorena_Canals * Please note this post may contain affiliate links and I received these products compliments of Dockatot, Binxy Baby, Ollie Swaddle and Lorena Canal. 

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When you find out your pregnant you make a overhaul of a lot of things.  I am excited to share with you some fun upcoming fashion post for my every growing bump.

In the mean time I am going to show you some of my Amazon Wish List items for being pregnant during the summer.  Most of these things you can use when you aren’t pregnant too! I love utilizing items for all seasons of life.

Skin/Facial Care

*Please note to ALWAYS talk to your doctor about your skin/facial care.

Summer time means lighter makeup so you want to make sure your skin is looking fresh and bright. Here are some products I love:

    Fresh Start 

Facial Hydrator + Eye Creme

Facial Wash

I am using this to help keep away stretch marks.  I used it my first pregnancy/postpartum and loved it!

Bio Oil

With the sun coming out pregnant mom’s need to prepare.  Here is what is in my Amazon Cart to help with sun protection and tanning.

    Jergens Instant Sun

Neutrogena Pure and Free

  Swim Suits

Summer calls for swim suit time and with my ever changing body I am eyeing a few different bathing suits to get me through the dog days of summer.  Here are some of my favorites. PS ALL of these are under $30!

    Black and White Bikini

Yellow and Floral Bikini

Black Lace OTS

    What are your summer pregnancy must haves?

Stay tuned for a fun maternity style haul!

XOXO Gabbing Ginger

#NEWBLOGPOST Summer Pregnancy Must Haves #pregnancystyle #momlife #amazonfavorites #mommyblogger #preggo #dfwblogger Please note this post may contain affiliate links! When you find out your pregnant you make a overhaul of a lot of things.  

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Pregnancy Week 1-12

#Ontheblog sharing my Pregnancy update for weeks 1-12. #momlife #pregnancyupdate #babynumber2 #dfwblogger #lifestyleblogger

Well hello everyone! If you didn’t hear the BIG news we are pregnant with baby #2! I am so excited to being blogging pregnancy #2.  Moving forward I am hoping to do updates about every 2 weeks! This will cover my first trimester though since we just announced! The early days: I tested about 100 times because I just couldn’t believe it! We actually had a chemical pregnancy about two months before…

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Book Club

Current book favorites from my book club are #ontheblog today! #bookclub #favoritethings #bookaddict #momblogger

  When moms /friends find out I am apart of a book club they always are asking me what books I am currently loving. I am an avid reader and read anywhere from 2-5 books a month.  It is one way I do “self care”. Below are the books we have read in our little club most recently. The club is a great way to enjoy some kid free time but with people who are in the trenches with you! I would definitely…

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Lavender Love

Sharing my #FridayFavorites #ontheblogtoday I'm LOVING lavender for spring! #OOTD #WIW #springfashion

Happy Friday y’all! These are some items I am currently crushing on.  The warmer temps are giving me MAJOR spring fever and lavender is just the perfect color for this spring! Earrings Purse Slides Dress Blouse Sunnies Pants One Piece Bathing Suit Bikini    What is on your spring wish list? XOXO Gabbing Ginger

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Good Enough

#newblogpost about the struggles of being #goodenough #ontheblog #momlife #dfwblogger

Good enough.  This is something that I have struggled with since I was a little girl.  I wanted to make sure I was a good daughter, sister, friend.  I always wanted that reassurance that I was doing a good job. I think when you are a perfectionist it is really hard to feel like you are doing a good job in roles that don’t have black and white grades/achievements.  I think that is why it is so…

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Empties 7.0

Sharing my #emptyproducts #ontheblog See what I loved & what I didn't! #bblogger #lifestyleblogger #empties #dfwblogger

*Please note this post may contain affiliate links.    It has been awhile since I have done an Empties post but I have quite a few items to talk about! Y’all know I am trying to be better about using up product before buying more and I think I am still doing really well with that! See below for everything I used up and what I thought! Dunkin Donuts K Cups: This yummy coffee is one of my go to…

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Hair Tutorial

How to curl you hair with a straightene is #ontheblog #hairtutoial #momblogger #lifestylebloggerr

Hi y’all! I get a lot of questions about how I curl my hair.  So I finally gave in and made a tutorial video.  I am not the best at making videos so bear with me as I learn what I am doing.  If you have questions about anything let me know. This is a super fast way (7 minutes), to curl your hair! I find that the curls last much longer too! Here are the products I use: Chi Straightener Mason…

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Feeling SAS-sy

#newblog post "Feeling SAS-sy featuring @SASShoemakers #StyleFeelsGood #SASFootwear #momblogger #fashionbloggert #lifestyleblogger #dfwblogger

*This post may contain affiliate links! I am so excited to be partnering with SAS Footwear. They have recently introduced the ultimate ballet flat named the “Scenic”.  Here are some of my favorite features: 73 sizes & 5 widths with multiple colors and patters Premium leather Removable/Washable footbed- with shock absorbing cushion  Can I just say how great these shoes are for busy moms?!?!  They…

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Current Crushes

Valentines Day Gift Guide (Splurges +Dupes) is #ontheblog #fashionblogger #mommyblogger #giftguide #valentinesday #momstyle

Please note this post may contain affiliate links! Since, Valentines Day will be here before we know it I wanted to put together a fun guide of some of my favorites items and also their affordable dupes. I know I personally love to save up for real items and splurge on dupes! Below are some of my favorite recent items or items I have been eyeing!   David Yurman Bracelet| Dupe $18 Chanel…

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Vital Proteins Review

Loving @vitalproteins and how they make adding protein to my diet so much easier! #momlife #fitmom #healthblogger #collagenpeptides

*Please note this post may contain affiliate links. The new year is underway and I have really been trying to focus on my health.  With that being said as a busy mom I realized that my eating habits aren’t the greatest [hello leftover Mac & cheese or PB&J].  After taking a look at my diet I also realized I was lacking protein. When Vital Proteins reached out to me I was really excited to try…

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Fort Worth Favorites- Family Edition

Writing about my favorite #fortworth #family activities and #food #Ontheblog #foodie #fortworthfamily #DFWmom #newblogpost #mommyblogger

Hi y’all! I am back at it with another Fort Worth Favorites posts! This one is gears all towards families but specifically those of you with toddlers like me! Some of these I have mentioned in other post before but I wanted to put a comprehensive list together for all things kiddo! Free/cheap meals & Food McAlister’s: Kids meals are under $4 and most days after 4pm are 99cents! Original Pancake…

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Tangled Up With Endometriosis

Check out my #gabbinggirls #guestblogger @coinsandbabble talking about #endo #ontheblog

*Please note this post may contain affiliate links. I am so excited to bring you another feature on Gabbing Girls.  Tifanee is a fellow mom blogger over at Coins & Babble. She is bringing light to women who have Endometriosis and what is means to live with a chronic disease.  She also has great tips for Autism and parenting in general! With out further ado… Endometriosis. When I first came across…

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Tripp's Favorite Things + 20 Month Update

Sharing an update on Tripp + his favorite toys #ontheblog #toddlerlife #momlife #momblogger

As I sit down to write this post I just can’t get over that Tripp is almost 20 months old.  He is a talking machine, a runner and full of life.  He eats ALL the food, ALL the time and he is getting cuter by the day which I don’t even know how that is possible. He loves to keep me on my toes and he is learning how to play by himself… which is amazing for this work at home mama.  Tripp loves to…

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ThredUp Returns

Sent some "loved" items to @thredUP to get organized. See my review #ontheblog #fblogger

*This Post may contain affiliate links. Get a ton of stuff this holiday season and need to get organized in your closet.  Take a moment to check out ThredUp.  I have shared my love of them before and wanted to let you all know how easy the other side of the process is… which is “selling” your previously loved items. It is so easy to head to ThredUp and order a kit.  You have a couple different…