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Mother’s Day favorites

by Shalice Noel
written by Shalice Noel

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1- I want a cool umbrella for mother’s day! We have the perfect place for it, but no lounge chairs or umbrella. Reid, are you reading this?

2-Blue light glasses never looked so chic.

3- Have you smelled this non toxic candle? It is amazing.

4 – I got this a month ago and haven’t taken it off. I store my credit cards in the little zipper, and lip gloss and cash in the larger pouch. The size is perfect and the chain makes it look like jewelry around my chest.

5 – Modal V neck tee in tan is so chic with wide leg jeans, made in LA.

6 – Such a great book for leading others and gaining business advice.

7 – Dry brushing helps with the appearance of cellulite.

8 – Love these and reviews say they more comfy than they look.

9 – Washable silk pjs, need I say more? They are especially great if you get really hot when you sleep like I do.

10 – If you want that “blowout” look without the price, this is the tool.

Mothers Day

Mother’s Day Gift Ideas

by Shalice Noel
written by Shalice Noel

“There’s no way to be a perfect mother and a million ways to be a good one.”
― Jill Churchill

1 Slippers / 2 Cell proof cleanser collection with free purchase! / 3 Turquoise ring / 4 Robe / 5 Fanny pack / 6 Toiletry 26 / 7 Cellproof Tanning foam on sale! Love this for a real tan light to medium look / 8 Faux Cherry Blossoms /

9 Stationary / 10 Sandals in honey (with arch support!) / /

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Mother’s Day wishlist

by Shalice Noel
written by Shalice Noel

1 Necklace with initials 2 Golden Goose Sneakers 3 Tanning Butter 4 Cheese platter 5 LV tote bag that’s big enough to hold snacks and an extra pair of shoes! 6 I’m always up for a SOFT robe 7 One place Always Pan 8 Paris peasant top 9 Health is wealth! I love this liquid collagen chocolate trim. Use code 3697593 for $10 off for new customers. 10 Bleeker Street Poncho shown in regular. Also comes in petite.

Necklaces – I’m loving the layered look.

Golden Goose Sneakers

Cheese Platter

Luxury tanning

Soft Robes

Non Stick Healthy Pan

Outdoor Patio Furniture

Mothers Day

Mother’s Day Gift Guide: 8 Things I Would Tell a New Mom

by Shalice Noel
written by Shalice Noel

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Mother’s Day Outfit

Blouse in small // Pants (size 4) // Heels (fit TTS)

Motherhood is a constantly changing role, one that consistently brings joy and fulfillment, but also stress and worry. When I think about what I used to think of being a mom when growing up, and what I know about it now, it is almost laughable. So here is what I would say to my younger self. 


8 Things I Would Tell a New Mom


1. Having a “real” job in the “real” world actually works against you when you become a mom. Because you are spoiled. Lunchbreak? No such thing. You do lunch. Paid overtime? How about no pay even during the day. Coffee breaks? You get the coffee without the break … but no time to use the bathroom so you might want to rethink that coffee. Personal space? What’s yours is also the kids, including your food, your body, your time, and anything lovely you ever bought in your house (including those silk curtains you saved up for but were subsequently peed on). 

2. You have to find your Thing, that thing that recharges you and makes you keep ticking. It could be reading, taking a luxurious bath, painting, or watching Netflix. If you don’t find it and nourish it (which literally means to find the time to do it, even if it’s only 30 minutes a day), you will get lost in the Forest of Mothering. And nobody ever comes out sane from that Forest.  
3. Kids are a little bit like moles. Did you know that moles manage to both find and devour their food in an average of 227 milliseconds? That’s a quarter of a second. And it only gets worse as the kids get older. So basically, if you want food, you gotta eat fast. 
4. You will become one of those people who uses dry shampoo because showers are as plentiful as flowers in a desert. 
5. Your fourth child has been calling you, “Ma” (like from Little House on the Prairie) for a year and not only have you just noticed, but you don’t care. 
6. Messy houses just mean lived-in houses. Maybe designate a clean up day once-a-week. Or once-a-month? We can be flexible that way. Main point? Don’t stress it. 
7. You are a selfish being. You are also blessed because children help you realize this in ways you wouldn’t imagine. Motherhood shows you what you’re made of while also taking and taking from you, and yet you almost feel stronger for it. 
8. When you’re in the trenches of Motherhood, life is about survival, as in, “I hope I make it to tomorrow.” But it doesn’t stay there. If you manage to get beyond it, the relationships forged and the people formed are an incredible gift. 

The older I get, the more I desire healthy kids who fear the Lord and love each other. Life is so short and I want to redeem the time by making sweet memories with my five.

Mothers Day

Mother’s Day Gift Ideas

by Shalice Noel
written by Shalice Noel

Tie dye dress // Bow flats // Denim shorts //

White dress // AMOR brooch // Tan dress

Tie dye lounge set under $60 // Tan Tunic – my reader bestseller // White tank

shorts // top (runs big) // 12.99 and 9.99 respectably!

Tank ($33) // Pants ($45)

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Mango Sale Favorites

Mango is having 30% off right now for Mother’s Day. I love Mango and you have seen me wear a lot of their classics like this knit cardigan. Maybe too often, ha! I rounded up some of my favorites below. Click the image to buy!

Black heels // Bow Flats // Cowboy boots and these ankle boots

Clutch (I prefer the black) // Earrings // Polka dot blouse

Knit cardigan // Pink cardigan // White dress

2 Days Till Mother’s Day

Use code shalicenoel for 15% off your CBD order 😉 I take their gels daily! Check out their mother’s day box with everything for an amazing bath spa night!

I was telling one of my readers, its been SO hard to get blog posts out lately with a toddler, homeschooling 4 kids, and a husband at home. Our mornings start with “whats for breakfast,” than I find myself cleaning up pancake batter everywhere, feeding Levi, stepping on pancakes on the floor, asking the kids if they did their English homework, etc. Than we do math and history etc. I make lunch, we clean up, I do some work, prep dinner, clean up go for a walk, watch an episode of The Middle, clean up, wash face, and hit the sack! All that to say, its been busier than ever. While you my reader is busier than ever, stores everywhere like Nordstrom are having crazy sales.

The FITNESS MOM

The GARDENING MOM

The HOMEBODY

The FASHIONISTA

The BEAUTY LOVER

Sales around the web: Elemis mothers Day event: Code RSMD20 20% off full prices through 5/10.

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The Perfect Mother’s Day gift You can pass onto your kids

by Shalice Noel
written by Shalice Noel

Mother’s Day Gifts

As Mother’s Day rolls around, Reid invariably asks me what I want at some point. I usually ask for a massage or homemade cards. This year I asked for some jewelry like the kind my mother used to wear, lots of pearls in the form of elegant rings and earrings. LAGOS Jewelry has been a favorite for a while now, for both their quality and assortment of jewelry. I don’t like bulky jewelry or lots of hearts, so when I saw these dainty, detailed, and studded pieces, I fell in love. I don’t know what I love more, the rings, the bracelet, or the necklace? All of them? I hope to pass my jewelry to my daughters just like my mom passed some of hers to me. LAGOS Jewelry has that timelessness that I look for when scouting out jewelry, and I’m always thrilled when I add one of their pieces to my collection.
This Mother’s Day I’m so grateful for my Mom who put up with my teenage attitude and awkward stages, and continues to be selfless in serving her kids and grandkids. Isn’t motherhood the most beautiful adventure? I think it is. And the weird thing is, I really will miss these days of floors cluttered with annoying blocks or hundreds of frozen peas, constant bickering but also constant hugs and kisses. Happy almost Mother’s Day to the moms, the grandmothers, and those who wish to be mothers. We appreciate you!

Shop the pieces below

Luna pearl necklace // Pearl Ring // Pearl Bracelet // Mom Caviar Bracelet // Luna Pearl Hoop Earrings // Two strand pearl bracelet // Cuff Bracelet // Pearl Link Bracelet

Thank you LAGOS for sponsoring this post. All opinions my own.

Mothers Day

Mother’s Day Wish List

by Shalice Noel
written by Shalice Noel

1. B+W Art is some of my favorite. // 2. Sweet dainty necklace 3. Jane Pope Ring (this one is most like my granny’s ring!) // 4. Statement bag at a great price point 5. Splurge worthy bag, yes please! // 6. Silk Robe that transitions from day to night. // 7. Bath salts  Nothing says I love you like a hot bath and reviving bath salts. My kids know how much I LOVE baths. 8. Rose Oil smells amazing! // 9. Dry Brush increases circulation, stimulates the nervous system, and helps detoxify. I’m a fan.

I accidentally told the kids my birthday is Sunday! That’s how much I love mother’s day. I picked a couple things I love above like a silky robe and a bath soak. Things not mentioned above is a good night’s sleep and a neck massage. I hope you make your mom feel extra special this Sunday because it’s the hardest job out there. Also, If you are a mom, let your kids spoil you and feel confident this is the best job out there. Someone once told me, you’re doing much better than you think you are. Let’s stop and enjoy this unique role we have as mother’s.

What’s your favorite mother’s day gift so far?




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Mom’s Day Gift Guide

by Shalice Noel
written by Shalice Noel

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1. Pierre Hardy bag with metallic gold. Isn’t this amazing? FARFETCH 

2. This candle that makes my living room smell dreamy CAPRI BLUE

3. White cotton PJ’s with navy piping? YES PLEASE KATE SPADE 

4. I want a fiddle leaf plant from Home Depot but the hubs knows me better: faux fiddle leaf at ONE KINGS LANE (#blackthumb)

5. Get her an INSTA-worthy towel for her beach trip THE BEACH PEOPLE

6. Because she needs to update her breakfast in bed selfies: try the grey tufted headboard from ONE KINGS LANE 

What do you want for Mother’s Day? XO

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BeautyHealth

What Happened When I tried the NuBODY device

by Shalice Noel
written by Shalice Noel

With the influx of new products and new devices that promise everything from tighter lips to tighter tummies to tighter everything, it gets a little confusing in the marketplace.

I was originally introduced to NuFACE products from my mom who gave me my first NuFACE mini device. Already familiar with the toning and lifting my NuFACE mini device did, I researched the body device. I’m always crazy about new beauty gadgets. Just ask Reid!

After I had Levi, I knew I needed to do something about my stomach especially, as it had stretched out for the fifth time! I must say, women’s bodies are amazing!

Instead of getting down on myself for having a less than desirable stomach, aka wrinkly with weird lines (Thanks Levi!), I decided I needed to do something about it. Without surgery, I knew that to get the stomach I wanted, required a good diet and exercise as well. 

How do you use the NuBODY?

I use it at night before bed. I even walk around with it because I’m a busy mom. It takes about five minutes after the application of the gel. I use it on my stomach in circular motions just as I do to tone and lift my face with the NuFACE mini or trinity device.

What are some tips for using my NuBODY device?

  • Results you FEEL instantly and SEE over time.
  • NuFACE is known for the instant lift you get with their facial devices. The same is not true for your booty, unfortunately! But after just 1 NuBODY treatment your skin will feel more firm and more energized, and with continued use, you’ll see the improvements over time.
  • You have to use NuBODY to see the results.
  • Like exercise, you have to do the crunches to reap the benefits. And with NuBODY, you have to do your 5-minute treatment 5 days per week to see the results in your target area. (1 stomach = 5 min treatment; 2 arms = 10 minute treatment.)
  • Quick and easy treatment.
  • Don’t target your whole body or you’ll be spending 30-minutes a day with NuBODY and that’s not reasonable for most. Target your arms, stomach, thighs, or butt; not all!  If you’re targeting dimples, you can just hold the device in place while you binge watch your favorite show or multi-task. Add some glides when it feels good, but it doesn’t need to be 10-minutes of movement.

What results have I seen personally?

I have seen my stomach more toned after I use the NuBODY device. See these before/after pictures. I love that I’m actually doing something for myself in the midst of busy mom life. Even if it is 5 minutes a day. Who doesn’t have 5 minutes? If you don’t, there’s a problem! It feels good to get a spa treatment AT HOME. So many times I have scheduling conflicts but would love a much-needed spa treatment. The founders of NuFACE are mothers and I’m grateful for a device that tones my stomach and smoothes the lines right in the comfort of my home.

FYI, there is a promo going on right now. No code needed, 2 free 10 oz gel primers with a NuBODY purchase, a $96 value. No code needed! Get your NuBODY here.

NuBODY // Prep-N-Glow sheets (great for cleansing while traveling) Gel Primer (leave on and hydrating)

  • The “before” picture
  • At the hospital after I had Levi with my belly!
The “After” picture. Taken 8 months after I gave birth to Levi. I used the NuBODY once a day in the evening.

Thank you NuFACE for sponsoring this post. All opinions my own!

Family

My Birth Story

by Shalice Noel
written by Shalice Noel

 

 

You never know the time of day your baby will actually arrive unless you have it scheduled. So after talking to my doctor, we decided to induce Monday, October 9 at 6 pm. Because we don’t have family in the area, planning the induction was the best way to get the older 4 kids organized safely. This was a great way to avoid stress. Thankfully, Levi was already getting ready to come out. One of my prayers! But for the rest of the story, read on…

4 pm: I dropped off the kids at our friends from church’s house. I’ll admit I cried a little. I hate leaving them overnight!

5 pm: We headed to the hospital, but I realized I was hungry and that I’d probably need energy to labor all night.

5:30 pm: I ordered a veggie bowl with extra guacamole at Chipotle. Kudos to Reid for finding a parking spot off of Sunset Blvd. One of my pregnancy cravings was this bowl! So yummy and no regrets getting it. It indeed gave me energy for the night.

6 pm: We checked into the hospital for the scheduled induction. The nurses who admitted us to our room said I looked like Natalie Portman. This helped some of my nerves. So nervous!

6-8 pm: The doctors and nurses monitored the baby’s heartbeat, my contractions and checked me. I was at 5cm. I was VERY excited to hear I came in halfway.

8:30 pm: They gave me pitocin and my pain tolerance was at a 5. This is when I started listening to Sara Bareilles.

9:30 pm: The pain increased. I started to pull Reid’s arm. This helped a little.

10:30 pm: The doctor checked me. I was still at 5cm. This was very discouraging so the nurses up the pitocin dosage. Yikes!!

12:30 am: The doctor broke my water and the pain increased. I realize I’m at transition and admit to Reid I can’t do this. A definitive sign that I’m in transition. No meds at this point but about to break.

12:30-2 am: I was in active labor all during this time. I changed positions and used a peanut ball lying on my side per my doctor’s advice to move baby’s head position. Reid was a huge help telling me I’m doing awesome and allowing me to pull his arm at every contraction.

1:45 am: I was going to the bathroom a lot and was coming back from a trip, only to squat on the hospital bed and yell out, “I feel his head!” I indeed felt his head crowning. The nurse yelled down the hall to the doctor.

1:57 am: I pushed 3x with ALL my might.

2:02 am: He’s here! I got to cut the cord after we kept him on for 1 minute. He was immediately alert and amazing. The doctor put him on my chest and let me know I did great and didn’t tear. Of course this was a huge relief, but it was just such a blessing to carry my miracle baby.

A couple things that made labor better:

Lavender to sniff
Chapstick – I used Mario Badescu
Ice water – I hate temp water during labor
Peanut ball to switch baby’s position, if necessary
Warm fuzzy socks or slippers

And recovery:

Gum
Mothers milk tinctures
Tea
I should’ve brought more snacks (aka bad hospital food)

So many happy emotions and SO incredibly grateful LEVI DANIEL came into the world. Thanking God!

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