Giveaway Baby Clothes

Being a mom is a blessing and also a lot of work. We are definitely the Wonder Woman gender and we for sure kick ass at it. Sometimes it can be challenging, stressful and some days you might not feel your best. But of course you always pull through it with that inner force that gives you the strength!

Since being a new mom is very new to me I am learning along the way and of course I have a great support system that helps when you need a hand.

For those that don’t get support or lack things for their baby I want to offer some help. I am doing a giveaway on baby clothes in size preemie and I plan to do it as often as my child grows out of her clothes.

Raising a child and having one is very expensive but it’s also important to have the basic necessities to make it easier on your life.

The giveaway is opened to US residents only and two winners will be selected. Just follow any one of these social platforms to be considered. Winner will be tagged on our social media platform. Ends June 7th

https://www.Instagram.com/ItsMadisonStar

https://www.facebook.com/itsmadisonstar/

www.itsmadisonstar.com

Sip + See Garden Party

 

We had our big celebration to welcome our daughter Madison Star with Sip & See party! The theme was a Garden Party which was very fun and exciting! I made sure all the flowers were fresh and perfect on the tables for a glam touch. We had customized matching sunflower headbands from Jilly Headbands on Etsy. It was so nice to have a perfect look with my little one. My dress was a budget find from Venus. I wanted something white and of course fitted since I was able to show off my body again. It was a pleasant party I was happy with it and of course to celebrate with family and friends.

Motherhood is definitely a great way to bring people together and celebrate, I look forward to many more memories. I think I am going to be the mom that posts and does everything for my daughter. That’s just so much love!!

Newborn Photo Shoot

I decided to do a newborn shoot because I wanted to capture my daughter’s precious moments. It turned out to be a great day for us. It was challenging to start with Madison Star crying a lot. But after sometime we were able to nail some amazing shots. Over all I am very happy with our photos and I look forward to doing more Photo shoots with her. Here is a snippet of some behind-the-scenes footage of our day. Along with some cute photos that I think you all will love. Don’t forget you can follow My daughter’s page below.

Photos By Lillie

Baby Registry Items (Part. 1)

 

Planning a baby registry was actually a fun experience for me. I started my list in October and did much research on the items that had rave reviews. It’s very important to really invest in the time to review products and other's experience on products that you are interested in buying for your new addition.

Remember to check out my full posts on all items from my registry and baby room under Baby Registry to get all products that might be helpful for your list.

1. 1. Bassinet $59.99 +

I was looking for something that was portable so I can take it with me while visiting family. This particular one had a lot of great reviews and I was satisfied with the style.

https://www.amazon.com/Delta-Children-Compact-Travel-Bassinet/dp/B076MGX5SG

You can find it at Target, Amazon or Walmart

2. Baby Swing $219

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The first time I saw this at Target I was in love and I wanted this so bad for my baby! It’s pricey but I love the different motions, comfort and the luxury vibe it featured. It was a huge must have on my list!

https://www.4moms.com/products/mamaroo?lshst=collection&lshst=collection

You can find at Target, 4moms and Buy Buy Baby.

                                                                           3. Flower Wall $150+

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I really got into flower walls because I have been obsessed with shopping on Etsy. There’s so many cool things you can have created for your baby’s room and this signature addition was something fabulous that I wanted to bring the wow factor!

https://www.etsy.com/shop/BegoniaRoseCo?ref=yr_purchases

You can buy from the stores Etsy shop

or direct link.

https://begoniaroseco.com

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Inside My Maternity Shoot

 

Happy New Year! I am kicking off the year announcing my pregnancy if you don’t already know. My due date is April 8th but I will have a C-section set for March 25th (Aries, baby girl)!

I took much time off since the pandemic just to enjoy the moment and just get a break from blogging knowing the crisis of the world. It was important to me because so many people were/are still dying and life is impacting everyone in many ways. I had a plan to return whenever I decided to do my maternity shoot so here I am full of excitement with this post.

If you want to see my complete pregnancy journey connect on my YouTube Channel for all of my weeks leading up to when I deliver.

Behind The Scenes Photo Shoot

Inside My Looks

Here are the details of my outfits for the shoot.

Photographer Photos By Lillie

https://www.photosbylillie.net

First Look

Dress: Pink Blush Maternity

$95

https://www.pinkblushmaternity.com/collections/maternity-photoshoot-dresses-and-gowns/products/pinkblush-pink-metallic-off-shoulder-long-sleeve-wrap-maternity-photoshoot-gown-dress

Necklace: Tjmaxx

2nd Look

Dress: Custom made on Etsy

Maternity Photo Props $217

https://www.etsy.com/shop/maternityphotoprops?ref=yr_purchases

Earrings: Tjmaxx

3rd Look

Dress: Photographer bought it

Floral Headband: Handmade on Etsy

Savvi Jewels $43

Necklace & Ring: Tjmaxx

Slippers: Mandee

https://www.etsy.com/shop/SavviJewels?ref=yr_purchases

Events: Baby Palooza NYC

I attended Babypalooza in NYC this week and it was amazing! It was enjoyable to be around expecting moms and those that already hold the mother title. As I still move forward on my fertility journey this event was a nice approach to hopefulness as well as educational. So many great brands and products that will be on my radar when the time comes. 

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Baby Banana ($6-$14)

@babybananabrush
Heather Phillips is one of the founders of this exciting brand! It was great connecting with her we talked briefly about IVF which was reassuring because she’s expecting twins! How exciting and she’s a girlboss!!
It’s all about healthy teeth and gums with this fun creative brand. These 100% silicone tethers and toothbrushes for infants and toddlers are super safe and flexible. And also so cute! With a fun variety of styles that include Corn Cob, Magical Unicorn, Sharky among other lively themes. There’s no reason why the Baby Banana brand can’t be your go to product to establish good oral care.
Pros- Easy for toddlers to grasp
Dishwasher Safe
Products great for infants through 24 months
Affordable
www.baby-banana.com

Pink Stork ($12-$55 includes bundle prices)

@pinkstork
www.pinkstork.com
Since I am doing fertility treatments this brand was super exciting to see at Babypalozza! The owner Amy Upchurch is super stylish and she created this product from her difficult experiences during her pregnancy. With a wide variety of products (fertility, morning sickness, pregnancy health, labor/delivery, postpartum, nursing and women’s health) that offer women a opportunity to feel empowered and enjoy their pregnancy. Amy is a mother of 5 so this brand is definitely one that’s on my radar to try since I am in the beginning stages. The products that seem most interesting to me are the Fertility Teas and Fertility Sweets!

Orange Lining ($65)

@Orange_Lining
The duo sister brand is inspired by the superpowers of our children. Their passion came with the unfortunate passing of a young family member. This passion gave them the strength to create something magical along the way. The Hero Blanket which is one of their signature products, allows for comfort and play through every stage of childhood.

Glowe Collections (Sale $75-$105)

@glowe_collection
www.glowecollection.com
A maternity collection that’s well structured and fashion forward before, during and after pregnancy. The most unique style that the brand showcases is their Levanta leggings. It’s helps to alleviate lower back pain and pelvic pressure while accentuating your female form.

Trendy Toes ($11)

@TrendyToes
https://www.amazon.com/trendytoes
Soft socks for babies to feel comfortable with a majority of them being cotton. The stay on and they look super cute as well.

Brinware ($8-$17)

@brinware
www.brinware.com
The founder Alana Fields created something beyond amazing!
Feed your little ones in style with these products that are tempered glass and silicone. The collection features place mats, bibs, bowl sets, food containers and divider dishes. Products are dishwasher safe, microwave safe, freezer safe and oven safe.

Mommy Matters ($25-$75)

@becausemommymatters
www.mommymatters.com
It’s all about comfort during and after pregnancy with this brand. With the knowledge and experience of an ob/gyn, the product line is all medical and the best care for a mom. Featuring a portable Pregnancy Pillow which is discreet and a hot/cold gel pack can help with any aches. Their Postpartum Underwear is one that I love it’s airy, light weight and has a mesh lining and you can hold a gel insert in them as well. And finally the Heal and Restore Essentials Kit gives you everything you need before and after childbirth. Includes 3 pack underwear, nipple guards, soothing lanolin, stretch mark recovery cream, a refreshing and antiseptic perineal spray and postnatal vitamins.

Pediped $(22-$60)

@pediped
www.pediped.com
It’s all about keeping babies feet healthy and of course stylish. Their footwear collection features shoes in first steps, next steps and bigger steps. Benefits flexible with the ball of the foot, soft with breathable uppers, adjustable closures for a snug fit.

Tranquilo ($80)

A product that helps baby sleep better and soothes!
Soothing Mat vibrates and soothes while mimicking the sounds and motions of the womb.
Baby Soothe Massager
Naturally calms baby with 3 motion that gently rotates to mimic moms fingertip massage.
Sleep Swaddler and Positioner
Secured baby comfortably on the back so they can sleep safely.

Babybreeza ($79-$200)
@babybreeza
www.babybrezza.com
Saves 30 minutes a day feeding your baby! Very cool products a food maker (automatically steams and blends homemade baby food), sterilizer dryer (automatically sterilizes and dries bottles, pump parts and accessories), formula pro advanced (automatically makes warm formula bottles instantly).


Simple Wishes

Simple Wishes ($6.50-$50)

@simplewishes

www.simplewishes.com

We love a company that has a whole lot of girl power and this sisterly owned business is one to talk about!

The brand provided exceptional products that help women through their breastfeeding journey. They have a collection of nursing and pumping bras and underwear all meant for comfort.