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since becoming a mother, the qualities i look for in a product have definitely changed. these days i ask myself -is it cute? but more importantly is it comfortable? (with "is it machine washable?" a close third). when it comes to items for the babies, the second query definitely takes top priority. one area where ...
one of my favorite things in life is a nice, long, hot* (we're talking scalding!) bath. so you can imagine my disappointment when we gave the twins their first bath and they proceeded to scream uncontrollably for the entire duration. *please know we never use hot water with the babies! fast forward five months and henry ...
on may 22nd, 2020 at 3:07 p.m. and 3:08 p.m. our tiny heartbeats entered the world. henry beau arrived first weighing in at 5 lbs. 7 oz. and measuring 19" long, and his small but mighty sister, delilah rose followed right behind him tipping the scales at a wee 3 lbs. 12 oz. and measuring ...
we are ready to announce the genders of our sweet babies! drumroll please... baby A and baby B are a BOY and a GIRL (respectively). we had an inkling from the very beginning we were expecting one of each, but we officially confirmed it today at our 18 week ultrasound. we are over the moon knowing we ...
it still feels absolutely surreal typing that sentence. but we have the sonogram on our fridge to prove it -i'm growing human life inside of my belly (technically uterus, duh)! after a long two-year process of ups and downs on our fertility journey, i can shout it from the rooftops --WE'RE PREGNANT! let's back up 2.5 ...
this friday, i'm in love with... beautycounter's countertime collection || my favorite non-toxic skincare and beauty brand just launched a new collection this week and i cannot wait to try it! countertime is BC's new answer for reversing the signs of aging. it's getting rave reviews and i can't wait to try it for myself. because ...
this friday, i'm in love with... glossier generation g in 'zip' || i threw this lip stain in my online cart on a whim when i ordered glossier's brow flick last week but was pleasantly surprised by how much i loved it once it arrived. it's the perfect orangey red and super complimentary on my fair ...
this friday, i'm in love with... NEW arrivals to rustic rose wood shop || as you may know, my talented husband has an etsy shop filled with his gorgeous hand-made wood designs. his latest additions are live edge serving boards made from walnut. true, i may be biased (#proudwife), but i think they're stunning. they'd make ...
this friday, i'm in love with... amari active || i'm beyond excited to share that i will be partnering with amari active for an upcoming collaboration. i recently discovered the fitness and lifestyle brand through instagram and can't wait to showcase some of their beautiful designs. i mean, how perfect is this flirty tank? stay tuned ...
whenever i post a styling session, i tend to get a few direct messages filled with questions. the funny thing is, 9 times out of 10, the questions aren't about the clothing i'm styling but rather the items in the background --these hampers, the hat rack, and our hanging mirror above our fireplace mantle! so ...
shawna leeann rivera
san diego-based style blogger and twin mom to henry & delilah. curator of simple, affordable fashion. lover of my husband, family, coffee, traveling, and the bravo network.
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