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Our Top 9 Family Must Have Amazon purchases

by Shalice Noel
written by Shalice Noel
I don’t know if you’e like me, but I love ordering from Amazon. I really feel like Prime delivery is a gift to mom’s. I can order what my family needs from the comfort of our home, without leaving the house! I order a couple of times a month and below is a sample of what I order and why.
to de-puff my tired under eyes and overall face. I keep it in my freezer.
It aids in sleep, vitamin absorption, and regularity. I took it regularly during my pregnancy and now while breastfeeding.
This blend is highly absorbable!
Okay, it says for kids, but I definitely love these.
Goji berries for our Açai bowls Just eat them out of the bag or use them over frozen yogurt, oatmeal or your favorite açai bowls. Love them!
Pilates ring -I swear by this thing! I try and do a 100 a day placed in between my thighs for a thigh workout that burns. I love that I can do this workout from my laptop computer!
So yummy!
I use this to aid in my milk supply while nursing.
These help with stress management and taste amazing. Win-win.
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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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Must Have Booties with Kork Ease

by Shalice Noel
written by Shalice Noel

Anthropologie Scarf Wrap// Anthropologie jeans // Mindo boot by Kork-Ease

 

Ever since I can remember I’ve always had an interest in fashion and trying new outfits and looks. I love taking the same item and styling it differently with other accessories and bringing an entirely new outfit to life. My passion for this is really how my blog got started and has led me to where I’m at today. I’m so thankful I get to share the items and trends I’m loving along with mom and family life happenings as well.
I’m honestly in a place I never thought I’d be! An amazing husband and 5 kids (still getting used to this number!) and a lakehouse that is seriously a dream come true. And with fall officially underway and us still spending time at Lake Arrowhead, I’m kind of letting it inspire my style right now. One item I’ve been turning to over and over again recently are these Kork-Ease boots.
Have you ever had a Kork-Ease pair of shoes before? They’re made of absolutely incredible leather that is such high quality. These boots are sturdy, well made and very stylish so I’d say they check all the boxes. They go perfectly with cozy leggings or distressed skinnies and the heel height is perfect for anyone! Safe to say I’ll wearing these a lot this season.
What’s inspiring your style right now?
Thank you Kork-Ease for sponsoring this post!
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If you Buy One Lip Product this month

by Shalice Noel
written by Shalice Noel


If you ask anyone who knows me, knows I’m not an expert at makeup and keep my look pretty minimal. I prefer minimal and it fits my fast paced life of running a household of six and soon to be seven. I don’t have time to sit in front of the mirror in the morning, so what’s my 5min routine you ask, here it is. I try and put on primer (Supergoop sunscreen that acts as primer and great for this LA heatwave) concealer (a mix of RMS and Jouer concealers), bronzer and Jouer highlighter. I’ve also mentioned before, I try and use this face tanner 3x a week for some color to my face minus the UV Rays and potential damage from the sun. And. if I’m honest, I do the above while sitting at the breakfast table, strategically avoiding the honey and sticky oatmeal spills on my makeup bag, and in between homework help and clean up. One day I’ll have time for false lashes and maybe another layer of bronzer, but in the meantime, less is MORE, and I’d rather be a good mom balancing momlife with just enough bronzer and highlighter to feel a little extra. I think us mom deserve at least that.

Leopard Skirts

 

Black and White Cami’s on Repeat

A short note on this Cle De Peau Lip Glorifier. It enhances your natural lip colors with ingredients like shea butter, glow-oil base, and gave my lips softness and appearing a little more plump. Its great for a girl on the go who whats a natural glow along with her natural look. This product makes me think of my sister who says no lip color looks good on her, she needs this lip product that just naturally brings out her natural color without adding to it. I can’t wait for her to try it.

What’s your 5 min routine? Do share!

 

Cuyana Travel Case // Cle De Peau Lip Glorifier // Cami // Similar Skirt // Earrings

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Halloween’s Bats and Fairies

by Shalice Noel
written by Shalice Noel

Bat Costume // Fairies Costumes // My Dress // Sunglasses // Earrings 

My kids are the type that will wear costumes ALL year long, so when Anthropologie rolled out some drool worthy costumes that are kid-tested and quality made, we jumped on it. As in, the kids asked every day if they could wear their costumes. Admittedly, my kids are on the older end of their costume selection, but were hoping baby boy can wear one of their cute costumes in a couple of weeks.

Which is your favorite?

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4 Fall Musthaves

by Shalice Noel
written by Shalice Noel

1. CHUNKY KNIT SWEATER (this one is $59)

 

2. FLATTERING JEANS (we don’t have time for anything besides)

 

3. STATEMENT EARRINGS (I prefer chandelier and lightweight)

 

4. LEOPARD BOOTIES

Bonus Beauty Must-haves: As the weather changes, so should our beauty routine! I’ve been upping the moisture on my face, using a deep conditioning mask on my hair (I’ve been using this one), still wearing SPF (I use this one as a primer before my makeup), don’t forget a quality serum (I’m loving RESET) and loving the results from my facial dry brush exfoliation! See below what I’ve been using recently!

Please share any of your favorites?

Ps Don’t forget our post on our A Frame – Airbnb weekends still avail and my SHOP PAGE is open 24/7!

HAIR MASK // SPF // SERUM // DRY BRUSH (face moisture and belly rub shea butter also linked below!)

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My Favorite Gray Classics from Nordstrom

by Shalice Noel
written by Shalice Noel

Gray boots are the first and favorite things to bust out at the first day of fall. They’re flattering and crazy versatile. I try and buy a new pair at the beginning of the season so I ensure I get my size 9!

Those following me for a while know I love a versatile gray dress and this one is NO EXCEPTION. I wear it dressed up or down and the tulip hem is crazy flattering! See some more of my faves:

Leopard Scarves are some of the best subtle ways to get a lot of pop for the price. Many of them are under $30, and I love them styled tied onto a purse.

I love how a gray bag is the cherry on top of a chic gray monochrome look.

I get so many compliments when I wear a gray coat – here are 4 faves:

 

Nordstrom never disappoints. From their stellar customer service, awesome online selection, and quick shipment options (hello curbside pick-up), it’s hard not to pick favorites. Since I’m due to welcome baby boy any day now, I opted for a fitted and flattering dress I’ve had on repeat. I added a leopard scarf, gray layer coat, and gray bag for an overall classic monochrome look. Stay tuned for baby news and more favorites from Nordstrom. 

gray dress // gray coat similar // bag // boots similar // scarf similar

Thank you Nordstrom for sponsoring this post!

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Tips to Flattering Dressing

by Shalice Noel
written by Shalice Noel

Boots // Reversible kimono // $10 Tank // Levi’s Vintage Cutoffs Similar

Boots  // Black cami // Black denim skirt // Kimono

If dressing the bump has taught me anything, it’s invest in those flattering ever so basic basics that will carry you through 0-9 months. If you study my feed, you will notice a lot of monochrome layers, tanks over cutoffs, etc. Recently, I wore, a kimono with a black cami and black denim skirt. It’s a flattering way to feature a print. And speaking of flattering, whether you’re pregnant, planning on getting pregnant, or just want to simply better dress to flatter your shape and size, read on.

Here are my top tanks and camis in black and white! Also this one is nursing/maternity friendly and this one is on sale for $13!

 

Cutoffs and good denim are great options with tanks. I wear mine with a bella band.

 

Where do you get some of your favorite tanks? Do tell! Happy Weekend!

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Baby Blue Teddy Coat

by Shalice Noel
written by Shalice Noel

 

Blue Teddy Coat (sold out at press time) similar // Gray Dress // GGB Sneakers // Sunglasses

It’s no secret, I’m loving teddy coats and this one in baby blue is no exception. Although it sold out, I’m hoping they’re re-stock, but no worries, I included similar. I ordered this robe for the hospital, it will get dirty so $35 is right up my alley. The dress I’m wearing is only $56 and worth every penny. These sneakers are worth the splurge but I had to size up. And just may wear them to today’s doctor appointment. You need sneakers when you have 4 little people with you at all times. Can you say momlife? And when in doubt, I pull out an ice roller for puffy eyes and Chloe sunnies!

Happy Friday EVE!

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LA Natives: The L’Occitruck is here!

by Shalice Noel
written by Shalice Noel

1. Reset Oil-in-Serum (I use this at night and yes it makes crows feet appear less visable. Try for yourself!) //2. Immortelle Divine Cream // 3. Immortelle Divine Eyes (the skin under our eyes is the thinnest, so to avoid wrinkles I apply this stuff!) 4. Immortelle Divine Youth Oil (I used this day and night until Reset Oil was introduced. Now, I use youth oil in the AM, and Reset in the PM. It makes my skin feel amazing!) 5. Immortelle Oil Make-up Remover (just that, I use it to remove my makeup!) 6. Immortelle Precious Mist LA is SO dry, so I like to spray this as much as I can after my cleansing routine and as a make-up setting spray.

I’m wearing Yumi Kim kimono similar in a DRESS VERSION // Levis cutoffs SIMILAR worn with a BELLA BAND// White BP tank // Cowboy boots

Early Saturday morning Reid and I and headed to The Grove to see the L’Occitane truck. Did you hear about it? It was soo adorable. It was this real vintage truck painted yellow. Nick from L’Occitane was there to share that this truck is a nod to their early beginnings when Olivier Baussan, a soap maker who in 1976 used a truck to sell his freshly milled soaps in the south of France.

What did the truck hold you ask? It was stuffed with their customer favorites as well as Christmas preview stocking stuffers! I picked up some of those very charming stocking stuffers for my mom and spritzed myself off during the heat of the LA sun.

I loved seeing some of my faves like the shea butter tin. I use it to lather primarily on dry spots and my belly to avoid stretch marks. I also spotted another one of my
favorites—the Reset Oil-in-Serum! One of the things L’Occitane does well is to not discontinue great products. It’s my pet peeve when companies end a good product.

I love that this charming truck is a nod to the company’s humble beginnings. It shared the basics that would change the way we wash our face and moisturize our bodies, the French way. Do yourself a favor if you’re in LA, and do not miss this charming truck and pick up a gift from Provence for your friends and yourself. 🙂 It’s there till the end of October.

Read more here about where the L’Occitruck is off to next!

Shop some of my favorites below like the shea butter that I lather on my belly 😉

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