Keeping me busy

I have found it so hard to find the time to blog lately because this little one is keeping me busy. It has been such an adjustment and one that I am still getting used to. It is amazing how much your life changes once you have a child. I dont know what I did with all my spare time before. I am especially missing reading all my favorite blogs. I cant complain too much though because I have this cutie pie to play with instead. Here are some recent pics. She loves to pull different facial expressions for the camera. Such a poser already. 

Newborn baby essentials

Since becoming a new mum I have quickly discovered that there are some things that I could not live without. Well maybe I could, but they definitely make things a whole lot easier. Aside from the obvious essentials like nappies and wipes and so on, here is a list of the things that make my day better. 

1. Aden & Anais bamboo swaddles. They are so soft, light weight and cuddly and are great for swaddling your baby to sleep. 

2. Bonds maternity singlets. They are great for easy access while breast feeding, well made and comfortable.

3. Cloth nappies of any kind. I bought this brand but there are plenty to chose from. I go through so many of these on a daily basis. Not as a nappy, but as a burp cloth or anything else it may come in handy for throughout the day. Babies are messy little things so these are great for mopping things up.  

4. I purchased lots of blankets before my little girl arrived. I kind of have a weakness for lovely blankets. But this cellular blanket from The Little Linen Company has been the most practical for Ava to sleep with. Its warm but still breaths. Its also very soft and washes up really nicely. 

5. I got given one of these little bamboo towelling washers as a gift and it was so nice that I quickly jumped online and bought some more. They are soft for bathing baby and are also nice and lightweight which makes cleaning easy. 

6. Now these are kind of a luxury item and you could use a towel or cloth nappy instead, but I really love how soft, small and easy these Babu burp cloths are to carry around. They also look much nicer draped over your shoulder if you want to go out with bubs. 

7. This is also a luxury item but the B.box nappy caddy has also been a lifesaver. I have a double story house so it is annoying to constantly go downstairs if I want to change bubs. I keep some supplies in the nappy caddy and I can move it around the house depending on what I am doing. 

What are your favorites?

Occupied

Sorry I have been absent for the last couple of weeks, but I have been occupied with this little one. I have had little time for blogging due to the lack of sleep and ability to sit down and even open my computer. Just like everyone tells you, having a child is completing life changing. Ava Marie was born almost 3 weeks ago and we love her to bits! Hopefully if all goes well I will be back blogging more often once I have settled in to my new role as mum.

Designer of the day: Kay Douglas

I first discovered Kay Douglas in Atlanta Homes and Lifestyle magazine when her family home was featured in 2009. Now her beautiful vacation home has been featured as well. She really knows how to incorporate vibrant colours into her interiors without over doing it. I think it is because she blends the bright colours with natural elements like wood, seagrass, linen and leather to soften the space. This lodge is a perfect example of how brilliant her work is. I was also pleased to discover that she has her own blog too.

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Comfortable London Retreat

Anyone fancy a holiday in London? Well after checking out Shoreditch House I do. There is so much to do in this hotel that you may not want to leave and sight see at all. It has numerous floors with different entertainment options. Starting with its very own bowling alley, cinema, a few restaurants and bar areas, and a must see roof top garden and pool. Then finally, when you have explored all of this you can visit their day spa then tuck yourself into a nice comfortable bed in one of their gorgeous rooms.

Images via here.

Fashion Spotlight: Ashley Madekwe

To kill time before the baby arrives I have been indulging myself with watching TV series. Sad I know! One of my favorites is a new show called Revenge. Apart from the story line, I also love the fashion. In particular I love how the character Ashley dresses. After looking for some outfits to show you I stumbled across her fashion blog called Ashley Madekwe Ring My Bell. I was pleasantly surprised to find out that like the character she is also dresses superbly in real life. Her blog is a must see.

Wedding Inspiration

Yes I am already happily married and no I don't plan on doing it again any time soon. But a girl can still dream about planning another beautiful wedding. Maybe for someone else this time. I am thinking something sophisticated and romantic. This Black, gold and ivory theme is just devine. 

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