This post is sponsored by Walmart. Thanks for supporting the brands I love!

Whether you’re expecting or are in the middle of the toddler years, there’s one thing all parents know: babies and young children need gear. And lots of it. I’ve certainly had my favorite items over the years, and so much has changed and improved since I was lugging around strollers and carseats everywhere I went. I think one of the best places to find everything you need — from gear to nursery items to clothing — is Walmart!

Continue reading Current Favorites from Walmart Baby! at Do Say Give.

As my husband and I watched our baby moving on the sonogram screen before us, hearing the familiar fluttering that seemed to fill the dark room, we found it nearly impossible to digest what the specialist had just told us. “I advise that you terminate this pregnancy.”

This is my PPROM story.

During National Prematurity Awareness Month I want to share what every woman of child-bearing years needs to know about it.

Continue reading My PPROM Pregnancy: A Story of Hope, Miracles, and Survival at Do Say Give.

I am so excited to be partnering with Walmart today to celebrate the 20th anniversary of their exclusive baby brand, Parent’s Choice! I told y’all previously about all of the high-end baby products Walmart carries, but you may not know about their own line of products that are priced so well but still excellent quality. I’ve been using their diapers and wipes for Louise and we have been so pleased. And, yay for super fast and free shipping!

Continue reading Fourth Time Mom Hack: Walmart Wipes and Diapers! at Do Say Give.

I don’t know about you but I am always on the search for the perfect sippy cup. Today I am partnering with Walmart Baby to share a few of our favorite toddler feeding products that made the transition from breast/bottle feeding a breeze!

This post is sponsored by Walmart. Thanks for supporting the brands I love!

It’s #WorldBreastFeedingMonth and while there are tons of tips and tricks for breastfeeding available online, not as many people are talking about how to transition from breastfeeding to toddler feeding.

Continue reading Favorite Toddler Feeding Accessories (and Tips for Transitioning from Breast or Bottle!) at Do Say Give.

There are so many options when it comes to your baby registry and so many differing opinions on what to get. Today I am sharing my tried and true registry items are after four babies and why Walmart’s baby registry is a one stop shop for all things baby.

This post is sponsored by Walmart. Thanks for supporting the brands I love!

Walmart recently launched their baby registry experience with the goal of becoming a trusted resource for moms and families.

Continue reading Baby Registry Essentials (at Walmart!) at Do Say Give.

First child = go all out on custom nursery bedding and beautiful furniture.

Fourth child = spend as little money as possible because you now have four children!

That’s me at least. And that’s why I really debated sharing Louise’s nursery because it does not compare to all the beautiful Instagram-worthy nurseries we are seeing these days. But then I thought maybe it’d be helpful to share how I used lots of hand-me downs and budget-friendly items to put it together a sweet room.

Continue reading Baby Nursery On a Budget + Meaningful Baby Gifts We Display at Do Say Give.

The deals on baby gear and children’s items are just too good in the Nordstrom Anniversary Sale! I’ve gone through every single page of items and am showing you the best deals on some of the most popular brand names. Hurry, though, because items are starting to sell out!

Also, today is Amazon Prime Day and it’s a great day to stock up on Amazon products, like Amazon kindles and other great gifts, like this Bose SoundLink Speaker.

Continue reading NSALE: Top Picks for Babies and Children at Do Say Give.

Today I am sharing practical and thoughtful ways to help a friend on bed rest including several helpful resources. Having been on bedrest twice for extended periods of time (four months and one month) I was blown away by the kindness of friends and what they did for me. I am happy to share those with you today!

I think there are two kinds of bed rest: The kind where if the mom does what she’s told (i.e.

Continue reading What to Do For a Friend on Bed Rest at Do Say Give.

I’ve been talking about my skincare routines the past few weeks but I wanted to devote a post to what I used while pregnant and nursing since I receive so many questions about this topic. Also, I am sharing a pregnancy skincare post from a cute beauty blogger I met at #rsTheCon last weekend that may be helpful as well!

(If you are looking for details about this dress, see this post!)

Products

This last pregnancy I tried to use mostly clean products.

Continue reading Skincare Scoop: Pregnancy and Nursing Skincare at Do Say Give.

As we get closer to Mother’s Day, I wanted to take a little time to really encourage moms to get in a photo with your children (every once in awhile!) with an amazing photo session offer for my Dallas friends. Plus, a gift card to my favorite classic children’s store is included with every booking. Keep reading for details!

UPDATE: All sessions are booked through May. The response has been overwhelming so Ali has graciously offered to extend this promotion for fall photos .

Continue reading Get in the Photo: Mother’s Day Photo Session Special! at Do Say Give.