Purchased all of your big gifts and still need a few things. Or…. whoops… forgot to add a few people to your list? Here are some last minute stocking stuffer ideas. I’ll take one of each, please. Order now to make sure everything arrives in time for Christmas morning delight! Little gift, big impact! (Oh, and everything is under $50.)
CP, Any ideas whether or not you'll be revisiting your last new years goals? It'd be interesting to see how they played out! Best Wishes & Merry Christmas, Morgan
I have been calling myself a Chill Mom™️ since having Jack and now I’m realizing that I’m even chiller with Rory. (Like is birth order really less about sibling order and more about the version of mom you’re born to?) I’ve been just rolling with Rory’s infancy and I’m so much happier. Maybe it’s just that I’m more tired with a toddler too, or know that it’s going to go by so fast, or just have more confidence… probably a combination. I feel less obsessive and less stressed out by the details. I’m “making it” without having to fake it. As an example, today I noticed I hadn’t tracked a single nap- just watching sleepy cues and trying to get to a “good enough” pattern as Rory’s naps consolidate. Is he following a ~perfect~ nap schedule? No. Are we thriving? Frankly, yes!
(If you want to read my original Chill Mom post, comment “chill mom” and l’ll send it to you via DM!)
We came, we saw elephants, we ate ice cream 🐘🦒🦓 @ashleybrooke and I always talk about how we became FAST friends. Somehow we have been right there with each other during some of life’s worst moments… so it’s extra sweet that we now get to celebrate the good ones! Watching our boys play together, a little baby in a stroller, and another baby on the way… it’s everything we dreamed of.
Somehow yesterday felt like a week, last month was last year, and last year was a decade ago… but then time is simultaneously going by so fast too. The past ten weeks have gone by in a blink! Everyone warns you it goes by fast and they’re not wrong…. The days are long but oh how I wish time would slow down a bit? Or that maybe I could bottle up a tiny bit of these precious boys at every stage so I could revisit them down the road 🤍
I have grown to LOVE baby wearing. Not only do I think it’s such a nice and cozy way to bond with baby, it’s also incredibly practical, especially when you have a toddler to keep up with too! The @wildbird aerial carrier was a treat for myself- and I’m so obsessed with it. 👶🏼 Leave a comment “wildbird” and I’ll DM you the color I have as well as my personal review of it (including some troubleshooting tips).
Some top level things I like; - it’s easy to put on! - it’s so, so comfortable (for me AND baby!) - the little flap is seamless and provides extra support while baby naps and privacy when we need/want it
This affordable rechargeable LED lamp is cute and then made even cuter with this wicker lampshade! 💡✨ No cords needed- just charge and place wherever you want. (Will be extra perfect for dining outdoors this summer!) 💫 Comment “lamp” and I’ll send you links to the LED lamp ($38 for a pair!) and the lampshade (available in a few styles- including a darling blue).
Not really in the mood to be in photos right now, but I keep telling myself I’ll want to look back on these moments and remember them. (Right?!) when I look at these photos in 10, 20, 30 years…
I hope I remember Jack “rescuing” Rory from a windy tent, not how I stood in front of my closet with tears in my eyes.
I hope I remember watching Jack roll down hills and play hop scotch and scoot down the sidewalk with his besties, not that I caught a glimpse of my reflection and didn’t recognize myself.
I hope I remember sitting outside with my friend happily watching our kids play (while watching the minutes until bedtime tick by), and not that I spent too much time zooming in and examining every new wrinkle on my face.
I hope I remember the pure joy of these early warm days with my little family whom I love so much 🤍
The weather is warming up and I’m feeling slightly more comfortable in my skin every day ☀️ Here’s what I wore last week as a mom of two. I have a two and a half year old toddler and a two month old so I need outfits I feel good in, can chase a little guy around in, AND that I can breastfeed easily while wearing. 🔗 Leave a comment with “OUTFITS” to get links to every outfit I wore!
This room is so very special 🤍 The little cars sprinkled everywhere (watch your step!). A tiny sock, never two, peeled off and tucked somewhere hidden away. Piles of books that grow almost as quickly as the little boy who sleeps here. Outgrown pants and shoes to grow into mingling in the closet. Often messy, and a little cluttered, but a little boy lives here. 🚘☀️🐶📚🧸
(Rory is still in our room, but eventually the boys will share. I can picture their little twin beds already!)
Such a perfect list! I love those socks, and I've definitely had my eye on those Kate Spade pencils! Very cute!
Constance || Prep Northwest
I love that pearl necklace! And the polish gift! 🙂
I'm so excited that Kate Spade teamed up with Lifeguard Press. It is all so perfect!
<3 Pierce
piercegillette.blogspot.com
I desperately need one of those back up chargers! Awesome picks Carly!
-Alex
http://www.monstermisa.blogspot.com
I'm loving these last minute stocking stuffers! So cute!
Hunter
Prep on a Budget
Love these! I want the Kate Spade candle, everything she makes is too cute!
Kristin
crumbsandcurls.blogspot.com
I am in need of a back up chargers! I love everything you picked out for this post!
Lauren,
http://www.atouchofsoutherngrace.com/
Great items!
CP,
Any ideas whether or not you'll be revisiting your last new years goals? It'd be interesting to see how they played out!
Best Wishes & Merry Christmas,
Morgan
I already used a few of these! Love em!
thisblondesblog.blogspot.com
Love these, especially the travel mug, socks, candle and pencils! 🙂
daughterofasonofasailor.blogspot.com
Socks are by fair the best stocking stuffer. Especially if they're fuzzy!
Sydney – http://doeeyeddreams.blogspot.com
I love getting pencils/office supplies in my stocking! Especially if they're Kate Spade!
lesleyrcrews.blogspot.com
just got that emergency kit from one of my friends. It's amazing!
xoxo
Hannah
http://www.thetwirlteam.blogspot.com