Find Inspiration for Your Baby's Nursery & Give Back with Lorena Canals Rugs

Big Thanks to Lorena Canals for sending over this beautiful rug to include in my Baby Shower Gift Guide,
regardless all opinions expressed below are completely my own!

Getting Delainey's room together has been an adventure and we're not even closed to finished yet... We went from thinking we were going with a "Where the Wild Things Are" theme whenever we first found out we were expecting to deciding on a feminine mermaid theme once we knew our babe was a girl. We've went through a handful of different color schemes, because let's face it, I can be a bit indecisive at times. We've looked at a variety of furniture and finally decided on the pieces that we needed to be a part of her room; but one I item I knew was perfect from the get go, oddly enough, was the rug I found from Lorena Canals. Adding one of the washable rugs they make is a must for any nursery or children's room!

While it's true that most rugs for kiddos are soft and they are often used for tummy time, these beauties are washable and similar to a blanket in many ways yet they stay put and add the perfect stylish touch to any kid-friendly room! Plus, they get major bonus points from this mama to be because they fit in most standard washing machines! So there really are no worries when baby has a little spit up mishap during playtime, all you have to do is toss the rug into the wash during nap time and it'll be clean and ready for round two of playtime before baby even wakes up!

With a classic design that'll match her room through out the years, our Lorena Canals Mix Ramlal rug is going to be the perfect addition to all the changes her room undergoes through out the years. I love it's simple coloring and the fact it's uniquely made, just like all of their rugs... plus, since it's washable we don't have to worry about mishaps with finger paint or other fun adventures while she grows!

These rugs obviously aren't just your plain ol' big box store option though... Lorena Canals rugs undergo an extensive handmade elaboration process based on the selection of the best raw materials, the use of only natural dyes, the control of non-child labor in the production process, and the compliance of quality and safety standards for children - making these beauties even more unique!

The best part about Lorena Canals rugs though, is the fact the company provides schooling for children in Northern India! With the purchase of a Lorena Canals rug, you will help a child attend school. Lorena Canals believes that education is the key to mobility and vital to breaking the poverty cycle so they give back whenever possible. So not only are you rewarding your babe with an awesome new rug when you buy a Lorena Canals rug, you're rewarding another child with an education!

Sold in over 30 countries and promoted by so many amazing people including one of my favorite celebs, Chrissy Teigen, Lorena Canal rugs are the answer to spicing up the look of your nursery, no matter what them you choose.

Are you decorating your little darling's room in a pineapple theme? They have a rug for that.

What about a desert theme? They have a cactus rug you'll be gaga over.

With Ombre rugs in shades of emerald and coral to lavender blends, it was a little difficult to narrow down my choice between all of the beautiful options... but the classic look of the Mix Ramlal rug was the perfect choice for us and our nursery that I'll be officially unveiling soon! Are you looking for inspiration for your nursery? Check out these adorable baby rooms enhanced by a gorgeous Lorena Canals rug and leave me a little message sharing your favorite look in the comments below!

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7 Delicious and Unique Summertime Lemonade Recipes

It's officially July and that means the heat of summer is real, at almost 30 weeks pregnant I can tell you right now - it's friggin' hot, all day long.

While I love a good beach day and spending time by the pool, those luxuries sadly aren't part of my daily life lately. One thing that I have been partaking in to try and cool off is a nice big glass of lemonade. From berry and vanilla infused lemonade to a mojito-ish mint lemonade, I've found a variety of different ways to make one of my favorite drinks and luckily, these refreshing beverages have been helping me stay cool.

Are you looking for a few new ways to mix up some lemonade? Here's 7 different, delicious recipes to inspire you, because when life gives you hot, hot heat and lemons - you make homemade lemonade, right?

1. Watermelon Raspberry Lemonade - If you're all about summertime, you'll be all about this lemonade blend from Gourmande in the Kitchen! Made with some of the best classic summertime flavors, this coconut water based lemonade is so refreshing it's a recipe inspired by perfection.

2. Vanilla Berry Lemonade - This heavenly smooth lemonade from Baked Bree is a great mixture of everything I love as of lately. Vanillas and berries combine perfectly with lemonade making for sweet and not-so-tart lemonade, the best way to still enjoy summer while embracing sweets!

3. Blueberry Lemonade - This super simple recipe from Damn Delicious is, well, damn delicious! It's easy to make and so flavorful, the perfect combination.

4. Mint Lemonade - This recipe satisfies my sinful craving for mojitos without involving any adult beverages. It's the perfect mixture of mint and lemonade and so refreshing on a hot summer day, if you're a non-drinker like myself this summer but you're craving something that reminds you of your favorite adult beverages, I highly recommend this recipe from Martha Stewart.

5. Carrot Lemonade - This funky blend from Better Homes & Gardens is the perfect way to sneak some veggies into your diet and still feel refreshed. Packed full of Vitamin A and bright, brilliant orange shade, this lemonade is the perfect way to celebrate a sunny day this summer!

6. Lavender Lemonade - This violet lemonade from Eat Yourself Skinny is not only beautiful and delicious, it also is said to help ease anxiety! Made with lavender as an ingredient, you're bound to be relaxed while sipping on an ice cold glass of this concoction!

7. Fresh Peach Lemonade - If you're looking for a unique twist on lemonade then you'll love this peachy recipe from Taste of Home. It's sweet and a delicious southern twist, perfect for sipping while watching fireworks with your family.

So tell me, which lemonade recipe will you be trying first?

Happiness Delivered with The POPSUGAR Must Have Box for June!

POPSUGAR sent me this Must Have Box to try and since I loved everything so much I just have to share all the goodies with you!

With all kinds of exciting summer fun on the schedule, I'm so excited to have some of these items on hand to enjoy the hot, long days! From festive nail polish for the 4th to a dreamy sarong, this box has everything a fashionista could want!

We'll go ahead and start with the dreamy Sarong from Hat Attack in Neutral Diamonds. The print is perfect for any occasion and it's so flowy that my pregnant belly doesn't feel like a nuisance while rocking it. As a beach bunny, I'm a huge fan of sarongs but this one may be my new favorite... it's so soft and lightweight and it fits perfectly in my beach bag! What more could I ask for?

While I'm not popping the top off any brewskis in my current state, this adorable Sisters of Los Angeles "Cheers" Gold Bottle Opener is the perfect way to help a friend in need out! Plus, it makes an adorable decoration on a bar cart and the perfect addition to any BBQ occasion that involves an adult brew or two!

I can't talk about adult brews and a good time, without mentioning The Wild and Wolf Ridley's Games Room "Who Am I?" Quiz game! This game is so much fun! It's like "Guess Who" and trivia had a baby and "Who Am I?" is that beautiful love child! Team up with a few friends that have had a couple of beers and get ready to giggle at some of the clues or bust this game out when meeting new people and break the ice instantly in a fun way!

Speaking of ice, if you love a little sparkle then you'll adore the Must Have Beauty item in the box - the NCLA Born on the 4th Nail Lacquer is full of little specks of sparkle and the perfect way to show off your patriotic side this summer! It also gets a couple of bonus points for being cruelty-free, in my book! This beautiful shimmery shade is a POPSUGAR exclusive, which is so neat and makes me love it even more! Add a coat over a deep shade of red and you'll be rocking beautiful nails in minutes!

Once your nails look beautiful, you'll have to check the rest of yourself out with the handy dandy Knock Knock Are You Ready (For Your Close-Up?) Compact! It's the most adorable way to sneak a peek at yourself, whether you're checking your eyeliner for smudges or peeking at your summertime love over your shoulder this little compact mirror is just too cute not to stick in your purse for use all summer long!

Now that you know that you look good, it only makes sense to make sure you smell great as well! I think that's probably why Pacifica Underarm Deodorant Wipes are in the POPSUGAR Must Have box this month and I'm definitely not complaining! With fresh, clean scents that neutralize odors for hours without any aluminum - I'm totally a fan of these and will be stashing the pack in my purse as well!

The last Must Have item in my box is the Pressels Sriracha Pretzel Chips and if you know me, you know I'm not necessarily a big fan of pretzels but these funky little chips are actually pretty tasty! With just the right amount of kick and a delicious crunch, I'll definitely be snacking on these while wrapped in my sarong and admiring my mani-pedi this summer!

Are you a POPSUGAR Must Have subscriber yet? If not, you should be! Order your box today and be sent a box full of curated surprises each and every month!

Stay Mosquito-Free Ths Summer with Orkin on Your Side!

This post is sponsored by Everywhere Agency on behalf of Orkin; however, all thoughts and  opinions are my own.

As a mama to be, I'm hyper aware of mentions of pregnancy on the news and when I heard about the Zika virus I pretty much had a panic attack on the spot. It's not that I travel to Mexico often or even plan on visiting any time soon, it's just the fact that we live in a pretty culturally diverse area with a beach that attracts people from all over the world... It's hard not to worry that one of the millions of tourists that visit my beautiful beachy hometown will be carrying the virus and all it takes is one bite from one mosquito and my baby and I are in danger.

Unfortunately, in Florida, your own backyard can be an excellent mosquito breeding ground - all they need is one bottle cap worth of standing water and babies are on their way! Instead of being able to focus on our summer plans, all I could think about was avoiding these pesky little creatures by all means possible. With the Zika virus and the West Nile virus making headlines, it's hard not to stress about mosquitoes.

Instead of spending all summer indoors worrying, hubby and I decided we needed to be proactive and take the mosquito problem head on. While we can't walk around annihilating every little blood sucker in our area we can keep them out of our yard and that's where Orkin comes into the picture. They've got mosquito control down to a science!

We've been getting Pest Control treatments for our house monthly since we moved in last May and we've never even seen a bug in our house. So when our lovely Orkin guy mentioned that they also offer a mosquito treatment for outdoors, we knew it was something we wanted to have done to protect our precious little babe, myself, and my husband as well.

With award-winning training and advanced technology, our Orkin Man was able to look for conditions that invite mosquitoes, tackled all the current issues we had that were breeding current infestations, and stopped the life cycle of these little nuisances to help reduce the number of them in my yard. With more than 160 hours of training (in just his first year), I have confidence in my Orkin guy and know that my property is protected from these pests because of his skills - now mosquitoes don't stand a chance!

I'm happy to say after these treatments I'm confident that our summer can be full of backyard fun without the worry! We're so confident, in fact, that we're actually planning on hosting our baby shower in our backyard in July and BBQ-ing with some of our other friends in just a week or two! It's nice to be at ease in our own backyard and I'm super thankful that Orkin was able to help protect my family. 

Are you wanting to do everything you can to protect your family and those around you that are expecting from the Zika virus? Find out how Orkin's treatments are the best Zika virus precaution and why you should treat your house today - it's totally worth it! Plus, check out this infographic for tips and tricks on how to deal with mosquito bites when they happen AND how to keep those pesky mosquitoes away!