Little Lady

I popped into my favorite Kansas City baby store, Lauren Alexandra this past weekend and I stopped right in my tracks when I saw this dress. It's called the Nellie by Persnickety. The pictures hardly do it justice. It's just SO incredibly precious in person.

I am usually not a huge fan of persnickety..sometimes it's just a little too much pattern and color for me. But this dress is just perfect! And paired with these Baby Bloch ballerina's in red?! Ahhhh, to die for!

Bundled.

I am a coat girl. Maybe it's all the years growing up in Minnesota or the 9 years I spent in Chicago. Coats were always necessary and since you had to be covered up head to toe, why not make the coat your major fashion statement?

So, you can imagine how I feel about dressing our baby girl this winter. OH MY...the choices are abundant. How does one decide? I fell head over heels for the coat collection at Zara. Seriously, I die...

Flower Patch Coat $39.90

Quilted Jacket $45.90

Cable Knit Coat with Bows $39.90

Quilted Jacket with Flower $45.90

Belted Parka $49.90

Pardon my absence...we've been quite busy over here!

Yes, we have had our hands full...Vivienne Rose arrived 2 weeks early!

I went into labor on Friday the 13th. At around 11:00PM ( 8 cm dilated and ready to push), my Dr. broke my water only to find out that this little lady was breach. So, I was rushed to the O.R. to have a C-section. Definitely not what we had planned, but we just wanted to get her out safely. And also, much to my pleasure she was born on the 14th at 12:30 AM, instead of Friday the 13th.

She was a peanut, weighing in at 6 lbs, 11 oz. and 19.5" long. We adore her...especially her big brother who can't give her enough snuggles and kisses.

Because she was breach, they had some concerns about her hips. She is wearing this brace as preventative measures so that she doesn't develop hip dysplasia. It's definitely a nuisance...not fun when you have to change about 30 diapers a day. It doesn't seem to bother her, but we will be happy to get it off of her in another 3-4 weeks.

She is constantly sleeping, but occasionally we get some bright eyed, curious moments like these...

So, if my posts are few and far between the next few weeks, you will know why. I am spending every moment I can with this sweet girl...

Showered in Pink

This past weekend my girlfriends threw me the most precious, extremely girly "sprinkle". They also incorporated a ballet theme complete with a tutu table skirt, a Candy "Barre" packed with "Nutrcracker Sweets" and a Onesie bunting with screen printed ballerinas. It was perfection!

onesie bunting for each month by Donna at Fabulous Fetes

The gorgeous hostesses, Rachel and Susan

Me and My sweet Mom

A huge thank you to Rachel and Susan and my family and friends that made the day so special!

Obsessing over baby bubbles

Only 11 weeks and our baby girl will be here! We've bought onesies and sleepers, but I have had my eye on a few "bubbles" for her. They will be perfect for hot summer weather in Kansas City. And really, is there anything cuter than baby legs sticking out of one of these?

Pink Seersucker Bubble by CPC Designs $50

Vintage Sunsuit by Haute Diggity on Etsy $45

White Seersucker Bubble on Orientexpressed.com $46

Monogrammed Dot Bubble by The Uptown Baby on Etsy $32

Pretty in Pink: A nursery for sweet Kitty

2 weeks ago I posted the awesome boys room that my friend Rachel did. Well, here is her new baby girl's room. Katherine, but affectionately known as Kitty is the first girl in the family, so after years of doing boys room Rachel was ready for some PINK!

Feature wall was hand stenciled by Rachel using cutting edge stencils

Bird Chandelier is by Pottery Barn Kids

Bedding: Lola by Serena & Lily

Leaf Deco frame Rug by Serena & Lily

custom curtains made by Calico Corners

Throw by Dwell Studio

 

and the icing on the cake? I got to style and photograph sweet Kitty. Isn't she the cutest?

Celebrating Bella

Remember the wedding I went to in Miami for my best friend Jillian? Well, the newlyweds also had a baby to look forward to due at the end of August.

We were all surprised when Jillian went into labor yesterday...5 weeks early! Coming into the world just under 5 lbs, Bella is actually doing wonderful. She is even breathing on her own. It just kills me that I live so far away, I am dying to meet this beautiful girl!

Jillian is an amazing photographer, and I can't wait to see the gorgeous pictures she will take of Bella. And when it comes to little girls, there are a million things you can accessorize them with to create a precious photo. Here are some of my favorite photo props found on Etsy...

crochet hat by Kathy Nielsen $12

Newborn Diaper cover by Newborn Photo Props $12

Le Fleur Pink Headband by Banner Boutique on Etsy $13.95

and a personal fave...

Super Soft Newborn Tutu by Tutu Chic $29.95

For Gigi...

Is it possible it is Wednesday already?!!!! My parents arrive today and I am also busy planning a "sprinkle" shower for my dear friend Gigi. If you haven't heard of a sprinkle, it's a smaller version of a shower for anyone having a 2nd or 3rd baby. No registry required, just a way to celebrate a new baby on the way and to "sprinkle" the new mama with some things for her little one! Pictures to come next week...

In the meantime, I can't help but think about Gigi's little girl. If you follow her blog, you know that she is a bit bohemian, rockstar and girly all rolled up into one. There is one thing I know for sure, this little lady will not be lacking in stylish getups. I believe she already has multiple pairs of shoes and she isn't even born yet!!!!

Here are some items that I think that Gigi might enjoy...who knew that black and white could be so cute in infant sizes?! All items courtesy of Poppy's Closet

love this alternative to a big hair bow...