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It seems like everybody's favorite blogger had a basket handbag last year. I know all of mine did! Be prepared to see them on your feed again this year in all shapes and sizes. They add the perfect touch of fun to any spring (or summer) outfit, so why not get for yourself. I've rounded up a few affordable options for the basket handbags that you will see all over Instagram this season!

6 Tips for Perfect Monthly Milestone Photos At Home

Getting the first and best pics of your little bundle of joy can get pretty expensive with hospital, newborn, yearly, and other photo shoots. If you follow me on Instagram (which if you don't, then you should!) you have probably seen the pics I take of McKenna each month, which I take right in the comfort of our home! This is a great way to cut down on those photo shoot costs, but still get great pictures of your baby's first year. Here are 6 tips for taking the best monthly milestone photos at home!

Winding Down with Ivory

This is a sponsored conversation written by me on behalf of Ivory. The opinions and text are all mine.

As I mentioned in my latest skincare post, I'm all about simplifying my beauty routine so I can spend more time with my family. Indulging in a hot shower is a luxury I'm not always afforded, so I savor each and every moment. A reputable, gentle cleanser that smells great with pure ingredients is my current go-to and my favorite way to wind down after a long day.

My Must Have Moisturizers

With a 6 month old who has reached the "separation anxiety" phase, it's hard to find time for myself these days. Most days, I'm lucky if I can quickly jump in the shower and into some clean clothes before my daughter wakes up from her infamous 20 minute naps! I realized my beauty routine needed to be simplified for those days when I'm in a time crunch, but I also needed to use products with luxurious ingredients that hydrate and protect my skin. With so many options to choose from, this was no easy feat, especially since I have more melanin in my skin than Caucasian women.

3 Shows to Watch for Major Style Inspo

We got an Amazon FireTV Stick for Christmas and I've been using it nonstop since! I have binge watched black-ish, This Is Us, Riverdale (again) and even revisited my childhood with a couple episodes of Hey Arnold!. There have been a few shows that have inspired me to step outside the box with my outfits and not be scared to try something new. Here are 3 of my faves for major style inspo!

10 Genius Hacks & Tips for Breastfeeding Mamas

Breastfeeding is no easy task. I know I was completely overwhelmed by the pages upon pages of information I would receive from my doctor or read online about the subject. A lot of the information out there is very helpful, but doesn't exactly offer ways to make breastfeeding easier. I took me 6 months to learn these 10 tips and tricks that will make breastfeeding effortless for any new moms who are currently nursing or thinking about it.

30 Things I Want to Do in My 30's

Tomorrow is my birthday and I'll be turning the big 3-0! So much has happened in my 20's, both positive and negative, so I'm a little sad to see the end of those years. I am forever grateful that God allowed me to see 30 and I intend to make the next 10 years the best ones of my life!