Author: Sarah Marshall

Five

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{With the transition of getting back to work, I wasn’t able to get a post up for Brooke’s birthday last Wednesday. Five is a big birthday though and I didn’t want to let it pass without giving Miss Brooke a shout-out.}

To my sweet girl in celebration of your fifth birthday,
I give you a list of 5 of my favorite things about you today:

1. Your stream of consciousness song and dance routines. I’d get video of them more often but they go on so so so long!

2. The way you call your sister “Sweetheart” and make her laugh by spelling her name to her. “Where’s my L-E-A-H?”

3. You ask me to tell you the author when I read books to you before bed. Something I’m guessing you discovered since being in Kindergarten.

4. When you’re going to bed and Leah’s asleep you ask me to give her a hug & kiss and tell her you love her when she wakes up.

5. You recognize Phil Mickelson in commercials on TV and get so excited to tell your daddy…what 5 year old recognizes a golfer?

Happy Birthday sweetheart!! Thank you for making me a Mommy! I love you!

Nursing-Friendly Fashion for the Working Mom

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Being a nursing mom has it’s share of challenges and I know for me, finding clothes that are flattering and functional is one of them. Being back to work makes it even more interesting because not only do I need shirts that are convenient for pumping, I want to look professional too.

During zulily Welcome Baby Week, I found some great looks for the mom who needs to be dressed for work and also able to nurse or pump easily.

This top is a great neutral color but the sleeves add a little interest. And I don’t think it looks at all like a nursing top!!

Mauve Brown Maternity & Nursing Cutout Top
Mauve Brown Maternity & Nursing Cutout Top

The white button down shirt is a classic piece that should be in everyone’s closet. They don’t always translate well to pumping or nursing because you have to be so exposed so having one especially made for nursing would be great. I’m curious to know how the zippers work.

White Pleated Nursing Button-Up
White Pleated Nursing Button-Up

I love this color and I like that its long enough to cover the new mommy belly pouch!

Wink Maternity & Nursing Three-Quarter Sleeve Top
Wink Maternity & Nursing Three-Quarter Sleeve Top

This dress looks so nice and cozy for when the weather gets cooler. Some colorful accessories could really brighten it up!

Charcoal Heather Nursing Button-Up Dress
Charcoal Heather Nursing Button-Up Dress

This is another classic look that I dont’t think anyone would guess was a nursing dress! The wrap style is flattering on many body types too!

Indigo Heather Nursing Wrap Dress
Indigo Heather Nursing Wrap Dress

Check out zulily Welcome Baby Week for more new baby essentials from books to strollers to onesies. What would you put on your must-have list for a new baby?

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Cherished Childhood Moments with Gymboree

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Brooke just started kindergarten…Leah heads to daycare on Monday…how did that happen? Those moments go by so fast.

The folks at Gymboree want you to join them in celebrating and sharing cherished moments in childhood. Gymboree has created an amazing new video to help kick off this campaign and I am thrilled to share it with you. This video is truly touching and must be watched by all parents. So watch and enjoy, then share your favorite cherished childhood moments in the comments!

Be sure to use the hashtag #cherishchildhood when commenting or if you share this video with friends!

Without further ado, I present to you “Today we’ve got to play!” sponsored by Gymboree:

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