Bambo Nature is This Ecofriendly Mamas First Disposable Diaper Choice!

Big THANKS to Bambo Nature for sending over these awesome, ecofriendly diapers to include in my Baby Shower Gift Guide, regardless all opinions expressed below are my own.

Motherhood is an adventure already, one I'm totally excited (and a bit nervous) to be partaking in. With so many decisions to make, a bucket full of surprises, and rewarding moments galore, my journey into motherhood has already been challenging and amazing and I imagine once Delainey arrives all of these decisions, surprises, and rewarding moments will multiply by millions and I can't wait...

With that said, making simple decisions while pregnant has been interesting... will we use this kind of pacifier or that kind? Will we choose the right pediatrician? What makes a pediatrician the right one anyways? Does she really need a swing, a bouncer, a pack & play, and a rock n' play? Will we adhere to standard vaccination schedules or choose to delay? There are SO many decisions we've had to make already and many more to make in the future, but one that really had me pondering was which disposable diaper is the best to use...?

It's true, we actually plan on cloth diapering a lot of the time (as I mentioned in my recent post about saving the environment), except we will be using disposables her first few weeks and anytime we go outside the home! So making sure we have the right disposables for her first diaper changes at home and all of the adventures we plan on taking her on is a pretty important decision. No one wants a blow out within the first few hours they bring their precious little baby home... or on their first trip to Target with their newborn in tow! We also wanted to make sure we chose a brand that is guaranteed skin-friendly, certified healthy, and guaranteed quality.

That's why after some intensive research we went with Bambo Nature. With the perfect fit for her tiny newborn frame, a super thin design, and NO phthalates, heavy metals, chlorine, formaldehyde, or other substances known to be harmful to her health or the environment, it's easy to see why Bambo Nature was the best choice!

I'm happy to say these ultra-soft diapers are still eco-friendly so while we won't be cloth diapering all-the-time, we are still doing our part to save the earth - one diaper at a time! Plus, with the capability to absorb so much in their unique 3-layer design while still remaining "top-dry", over-hydration won't ever be a problem for our girl - even after multiple wettings! So that means less diaper changes while still keeping our babe dry... what more could a mama ask for?

Bambo Nature doesn't just specialize in amazing disposable diapers though, they make baby wipes that are just as awesome, as well as training pants for your growing kiddo and they are launching a skincare line soon!

So tell me, are you looking for the perfect diaper for your little one? Look no further, Bambo Nature is the answer! Find out more about this amazing, natural brand and buy your first package (or subscribe and save) here.

Interested in finding more awesome items for babies and new mamas?
Click here to check out my Baby Shower Gift Guide!

My 7th Stitch Fix: This One is Criminal!

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Okay, it's true... I'm guilty of something. I somehow have gotten so far behind on sharing my Stitch Fix boxes it's a bit embarrassing and dare I even say "criminal". I mean, I've been keeping these gorgeous garments from the world and some may consider that a crime.

It could possibly be pregnancy brain causing my delay or maybe it's just my busy schedule... But as a mama to be I need to learn to manage these things, so really that's no excuse! So instead of babbling on much more, today I'm getting right to the point and diving in head first to my APRIL Stitch Fix, even though it's now July... eeeek!

[Side note: Don't mind the fact that my belly is tiny in these photos, it's definitely not that small anymore. I was around 17 weeks in these pictures and I'm now 31 weeks, so it has been nearly double the amount of weeks and my belly is definitely double the size!]

We'll start with an outfit that I fell in love with the second I saw it. These bright coral pants almost have a red hue in pictures and make for one of the most comfortable additions to my maternity wardrobe, it may be the stretchy fabric or the fabulous belly band but these were one of my first "official" maternity purchases and totally worth the money.

Paired with a floral top made with the softest fabric ever, this outfit is everything a pregnant girl could ever dream of... and that's probably why I kept both items. The back features a cute little cut out too, just perfect to keep a hot mama cool on a summer day! I love wearing both of these items together and separate!

I love this outfit so much, in fact, I rocked this ensemble during my tour of the birthing unit at the hospital this week and it was the perfect getup to view the place my daughter will be brought into the world!

The next item Stitch Fix sent over is a bit of funky and fabulous all rolled into one. This cool printed maxi dress was flowy enough for me to want to spin around again and again while also chic enough for me to question whether or not it was a must-have or not in my closet...

But alas, hubby mentioned that we needed to be buying more for Delainey and less for me so back this beauty went into the box to return to Stitch Fix!

Another dress that I almost kept for my own comfort was this cute little frock! It's also perfectly flowy and the definition of stylish maternity clothing with a fun floral print! This little dress is everything 90's and it is so in right now...

While it's super trendy, I decided to send this piece back as well, but now that I'm looking at it I kind of regret that decision. Does anyone want to notify Stitch Fix that this pregnant girl wants this dress back?!

The last item in my fix was one that I thought I would love looking at it in the box and it turned out to be a definite no go once I had it on. While it may work for other gals, this top just isn't for me with it's high cut sides and oversized stripes! It actually reminded me a bit of a good ol' Florida boy's tank top once I had it on and while it may look great on some people, it's just not meant for me.

There you have it, folks. My April Stitch Fix, brought to you in July! The good news is I have another fix from May to share with you... and that'll be up on the blog super soon, I mean it! After my May box arrived I decided to help our budget out and I switched my subscription to every other month, so I'm eagerly awaiting my July fix still! Any guesses on what they'll send me this month? I'm hoping for something perfect for my upcoming baby shower but I guess we will find out!

So tell me, have you tried Stitch Fix yet? It's a really fun way to try new items on and hopefully find a few new staples for your wardrobe! Check it out and sign up for your own account today!

6 SIMPLE Ways to Help Save The Environment!

This post was sponsored by NEW! Tide purclean as part of an Influencer Activation for Influence Central.

I'll admit it, I'm a bit of a "hippie". While I'm not claiming to be the most eco-friendly, tree-hugging person on the planet, I do like the idea of doing my part to help save the earth and I love the notion of keeping this planet "green" for future generations. While we haven't gone as far as growing our own produce or composting yet... I am trying to make sure my family and I make little changes in our lives that will help our planet in the long run.

From choosing to cloth diaper while we are at home, to buying used clothing, and even choosing environmentally conscious cleaning products, we're doing our best to help this planet stay a little greener. Today I want to share a few different ways that we can all do our best to help this planet stay a little greener, especially if your a mama-to-be or a new parent:

As I mentioned one way we plan to do our part is cloth diapering while we are at home, once our babe arrives, of course. I'm sure it is going to be an adventure, I've been told to steer clear by a few people but I know in my heart of hearts that this is the best choice for our family. I think there will definitely be a learning curve but I'm looking forward to saving the earth one little clean booty at a time! If you're interested in learning more about the cloth diapering world, I highly suggest you check out some of the awesome CD groups on facebook!

The next way we do our best to keep the world green is buying used clothes. While this may not have a HUGE impact on the way the world works, it is one less item bought that warrants a company to manufacture more items. I love the idea of buying used when there is plenty of good merchandise on thrift store and consignment store shelves. I'll be honest and share the fact that we have bought our little princess plenty of new clothes... but most of my maternity clothing and a majority of her wardrobe have come from resale stores and I'm proud to say that! It's easy to find great deals on adorable items when you look for them and I think finding balance between buying new and used is a great way to help save the planet, even if it's just a small way of helping.

Another awesome way that we try and keep things green is buying our fruit and veggies locally - again, this may not have a huge impact but every little bit helps. While we stock up on our favorite produce, we're helping our local farmers and farmers markets flourish and in turn giving back to our area instead of large farming corporations that sell the same items in stores. It's not going to change the world overnight but if everyone shopped at farmers markets, it might change the world just a little bit.

We're also big advocates for recycling in our house! I receive LOTS of packages as a blogger so all of the cardboard we get goes straight into our recycling bin, with the occasional box being reused and sent off to a friend or family member! We also recycle boxes that our food comes in, bottles, papers, and anything else labeled as recycling friendly. This may be our biggest contribution to the environment and luckily, the neighborhood we live in provides us with a recycling container so it's easy as pie to set it out on the curb once a week and do our part!

Protect & Improve Your Skin with Receutics

This post was sponsored on behalf of Receutics. All opinions stated are my own.

I talk about the benefits of living in Florida often... I mean with the beach just around the corner, amusement parks galore, and all kinds of other fun activities - it's easy to see why I love it here. One thing I don't normally address is what the Florida sun is capable of; While the sun is, in fact, the sun no matter where you live, it seems to beam a little brighter in these parts. I used to go without sunscreen when I lived in the midwest, spending hours tanning with friends without a burn in sight, but in Florida after a few harsh burns I realized that lifestyle isn't possible here, at least without protecting my skin!

That's where Receutics comes into the picture. My first few years I lived here, when I would go without sunscreen, I did more than a little damage to my skin. While the added freckles are cute, we can all agree the sun spots, weird peeling spots, and blotchy skin isn't so adorable. I'm loving that I finally found Receutics Active Skin Repair Sun Care to help improve the look of my skin, while I'm also protecting it with professional-grade sunscreen - which is what I should've been doing all along... but I guess you live, you learn!

Over the last month or so I've spent a few seconds each day applying a thin layer of Receutics Advanced Sunscreen before I head outdoors, whether I'm heading off to the beach for an all day adventure or just taking my pups for a stroll around the neighborhood I make sure I apply my sunscreen.

I'm glad to say that my small efforts have benefited my skin greatly! I had weird patches of skin peeling near my eyebrows before and the "beginning" stages of wrinkles were starting to show, now I have nothing but clear skin and a couple of freckles and nearly perfect skin for a 27 year old mama-to-be!

Are you looking to up your sunscreen and skincare game? Receutics Advanced Sunscreen shields your skin from the sun's UVA/UVB rays using powerful antioxidants that protect and even your skin tone - something any woman (or man) with aging skin can appreciate! Not only does Receutics make awesome sunscreen, their line of skincare items include Intense Hydration and Repair Treatments, Acne Clearing Systems, and more and it's all available at your local Rite Aid!

If you haven't tried Receutics yet, now is the time... if not now, then when?! Tell me in the comments below about your skincare problems and how you think Receutics can help you repair and renew your skin!