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What The Fourth Trimester Of Pregnancy Was Like For Me

What The Fourth Trimester Of Pregnancy Was Like For Me

What the fourth trimester of pregnancy was like for me…. wow it’s a loaded one. Carter is 7 months (closer to 8 months now!) and I can finally get to sharing my fourth trimester experience. It’s taken me so long because I’m having a hard time gathering my thoughts. I’ll definitely do my best. If you’re curious about my pregnancy, I shared my first trimester here, second trimester here, and my third trimester here.

What The Fourth Trimester Of Pregnancy Was Like For Me

Life Changing

Being a parent is exhausting and life-changing. A rest day doesn’t exist. It’s a different type of exhaustion though. It’s not like the fatigue I felt during my cancer treatments. I don’t even know how to describe this time of exhaustion. I’m exhausted and I somehow get things done. Even when Carter has the most perfect day – he takes all his naps without any issues (long ones too), finishes his bottles, and is generally in a good mood I’m still exhausted haha. It’s like even if I’m not running around doing things, my mind is constantly running.

Fourth Trimester Of Pregnancy

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Despite the exhaustion, motherhood is amazing! Looking at my Carter, I can’t believe I created this little human. How is he even real?!!?!  Time seems to fly wayyyyyyy faster since Carter arrived. The rapid rate a baby grows is insane and I wish I could make time slow down. The deep love I have for Carter is something I never thought existed. I just knew when I met him I loved him and wanted to protect him and give him everything he deserves. My heart explodes and it makes all the challenges of parenting worth it. I may sound crazy but the moment I held Carter I knew I wanted more kids.

Before I begin, I hope that I’m not scaring anyone that is thinking about or wants to be a parent. I’m a realist and I’m just sharing what the experience is like (for me). I always have this saying, no matter what choices or decisions you make, and they can be the best thing ever, it’s never perfect. There is always something you have to give up and there are always some bumps.

What Is The 4th Trimester?

If you don’t know what the 4th trimester of pregnancy is, you are not alone. I honestly didn’t even know what it was until we decided it was the right time to have a baby and all of a sudden I kept seeing talks about the fourth trimester.

The 4th trimester of pregnancy is the first 12 weeks immediately after having a baby. In my opinion, I think the 4th trimester extends beyond the first 12 weeks of postpartum. I’m 7 months out, and there are constantly new experiences and challenges I’m encountering as a new mom.

Postpartum Experience

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Without a doubt, the first few months of postpartum I experienced physical changes and physical symptoms. But in addition to that are the emotional and lifestyle changes – the mental aspect of it all. Even seven months going on eight I’m still adjusting to this new life and my emotions are just everywhere.

What The Fourth Trimester Of Pregnancy Was Like For Me

To give more context, I had a C-section delivery so some of my physical experiences might be different than those who had a vaginal delivery. Also, I’m a cancer thriver. If you are new here, I’ve been open about my cancer experience and journey. So again, some of my physical experiences might be different to most women because of my personal health situation.

This post may be TMI, but it’s almost unavoidable. This is part of having a baby.

Fourth Trimester Experience

Unconditional Love

Tre and I talked about this a lot. We knew we’re going to love our baby. But wow, we are obsessed with him. We think he’s the best thing that has ever happened to us and of course he is the cutest baby ever. I never thought I could love someone so much. Carter just belongs with us. At night, we both look at photos and videos of Carter and adore him.

Questioning Myself

I knew that having a baby meant I’m responsible for another human being’s life. But I truly did not feel the weight of that responsibility until he was in my arms. I’m constantly questioning myself if I’m making the right decisions for Carter and wondering if he is okay. Is he breathing? Do I need to change his formula? Why does he sound off? Should I reach out to his pediatrician? I like to think I’m a competent person, but I felt so incompetent. Some days nothing works.  The decision I make for Carter had to be right. I need to make sure he’s healthy and I’m not being negligent.

Baby Blues

The baby blues are real. My OB constantly talked to me about it and normalized it and told me to expect that I might go through it. Baby blues is the feeling of sadness during postpartum. I thought I was going to surpass it because at the hospital I was just in awe of having a baby and totally in the “I can’t believe I’m a mom” mode.

Right when we got home, a feeling of heaviness immediately came over me. As I was walking around our house, I realized that everything in my home was before the baby. Even little things like a piece of notebook on the dining table, I didn’t want to put away because I almost felt like I was taking away my previous life. I knew immediately that my life had changed, and I can’t go back. It made me feel sad yet guilty. How can I feel sad when what I’ve been wanting for a very long time is now home with us.

I can’t recall how long it lasted. One day, all of a sudden I felt like myself. In general, it’s been an emotional roller coaster. I was feeling all the feels. What helped me through it was being honest about being emotional whenever someone asked me how I’m doing. It also felt good to know I wasn’t alone in this. I spoke with people I’m close with and they reassured me they had felt the same way too.

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Crying

I find myself crying throughout the day and at random times. Honestly, I don’t even know exactly what I’m crying about. There are times I’m crying because I’m just so exhausted, I’m frustrated, or I’m so happy. It’s like every emotion came with a tear.

Envious

Gosh I was so envious of Tre. It seems like (and I say seems because it’s from my perspective) that he can just get up and do whatever he can for the day without feeling guilty. He didn’t have to deal with postpartum symptoms, his body is still fine, and no one expects much from him. All he has to do is show up. Even the workforce doesn’t have many expectations for fathers to parent (more on my thoughts on that later). To me, I envied his freedom.

On top of that, it drove me crazy when he would get praised for taking care of Carter. I do think Tre deserves to be praised, but man does the world make it seem like he’s walking on water. In my head I’m thinking, duh he’s doing this. He’s the father. Of course he’s going to watch the baby, feed the baby, change the diaper, etc. And then I would hear comments like people feeling sorry for Tre because he’s working and taking care of the baby.

Motherhood Expectation

Mothers do a lot. I always thought of Tre and I as a team. We divide and conquer. So this is what I didn’t expect …. it feels like I’m doing 95% of the parenting. Don’t get me wrong, Tre is an AMAZING father and he will do anything and everything for Carter without questioning it. I know he’s doing his very best.

But it feels like the rest of the world expects the mother to do it all and the father is just there.

Even if the father wants to be involved in every aspect of parenting. This is where I struggle the most about postpartum and felt a big life adjustment. We no longer felt like a team. The working world doesn’t seem to have any sympathy for fathers. While I’m grateful that Tre was able to take a couple weeks off (and I’m aware there are some jobs that don’t even have paternity leave), it just wasn’t enough.

What The Fourth Trimester Of Pregnancy Was Like For Me

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After his couple of weeks were up, he had to get back to work as if he didn’t have a little human to take care of. His job made him work extremely long hours which led to him rarely having time to help out and spend time with Carter. So everything felt like it was all up to me. I was still recovering from my C-Section but I had no choice but to do more than what was medically advised. Even when he was working from home, he couldn’t be present because he was either on calls all day or last minute has a tight deadline. It drove me nuts! I remember when Carter was at a stage where he didn’t want Tre to feed him and only wanted me. It made me sad.

Again, I need to say this but Tre is a wonderful father. His hands were just tied and I hope corporate America will change that soon.

Fourth Trimester Symptoms

Lochia

Lochia is the vaginal discharge after childbirth. It’s very similar to your period. However, in my case it was an EXTREMELY HEAVY flowing period. That first day (so the day I gave birth to Carter), I had no idea I was experiencing lochia. They gave me an epidural so I had no idea what was going on from the waist down until the nurse came in and told me she was there to clean.

I was kind of confused until she lifted the hospital sheets and I was laying down on a heavy padded mat and there was just blood everywhere. Not going to lie, it was gross. I also felt very uncomfortable because I couldn’t even clean myself. I had to have a nurse clean me up. At this point, I was not allowed to stand up at all because of the epidural and because I just had a c-section. So I was pretty much on bed rest for 24 hours.

After 24 hours when I was allowed to stand up with assistance, that’s when they switched me over to mesh underwear that’s heavily padded. Some people prefer wearing adult diapers. I didn’t care. I just felt gross and whatever could manage the lochia, I used.

During my hospital stay, which was 3 days, was when my lochia had the heaviest flow.

After that, it was a very light period that lasted for about 6 weeks. I used these disposable underwear with these pads. I know I’ve heard from other mamas that the heavy flowing lochia lasted longer than 3 days. So I’m not sure if my experience is different because I had a c-section or it’s just how my body is. Overall, the lochia lasted about 6 weeks.

4th Trimester of Pregnancy

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Baby Blues

I know I mentioned this already, but wanted to share it again since having the baby blues is a common postpartum symptom. Almost everyone I know has experienced this. I truly think because my OB talked about the Baby Blues often that I recognized that my emotions were not normal and this had to be Baby Blues.

Sleep Deprivation

You hear every parent talk about the lack of sleep and it’s true. The level of sleep deprivation is insane. It also came as a shock to me because when we were at the hospital, Carter was in the NICU. So we really didn’t experience a full day with him.

Everyone tells me to nap when the baby naps. But I struggled so much trying to nap during the day. Something about daylight just keeps me up. So I pretty much gave up on sleep. The first couple of weeks, Carter was waking up every hour and a half. Yes, that included during the night too.

Lack of Appetite

I was so surprised that I had a lack of appetite. From what I heard, it’s all the hormones that’s messing with my appetite. Nothing sounded appetizing and I was just eating because I had to. Eventually, my appetite came back after 8 weeks. And now I just can’t get enough of food.

Lumps in Armpits

Prior to giving birth, I was warned that my body will try to breastfeed even though I no longer have breasts. It’s just a natural part of child delivery. But I was told that it will affect mainly the nipple area. About a week postpartum, I felt lumps in my armpit area. I would have never ever thought to check the armpits if I didn’t have breast cancer. Checking the armpits is part of the chest wall exams.

Postpartum Symptoms

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I was terrified when I felt the lumps in my armpit. Since my cancer treatments were stopped because I wanted to have a baby, I was nervous that the cancer came back and had spread. With all the emotions I had already been experiencing, this topped it all. I would be crying in the middle of the night hoping it’s not cancer and praying that I can see my baby grow old. That fear was the scariest feeling ever.

I immediately told my oncology team. They told me to continue to monitor it. Going for scans right after childbirth can lead to false positives. If after a week it hasn’t gone away, then they would have to examine the lump. THANK GOODNESS! The lumps went away. It turns out my body was trying to create milk but since I don’t have any breasts it created these lumps and eventually my body figured out there was nothing to produce milk.

Postpartum Hair Loss

I didn’t experience postpartum hair l0ss until 5 months out, so this one took a bit longer. I’m used to my hair shedding a lot, but this was more than the usual hair shedding. When I would brush my hair, lots of hair would be on the brush. It’s not like chemo hair loss, but definitely more than your average hair shedding. I have thick hair and my hair feels significantly thinner. I’m still going through it and not sure when the postpartum hair loss will stop.

C-Section Recovery

Honestly, the pain wasn’t too bad at all. I expected to be in much worse condition. Hence, why I was able to do more than I expected. The first couple weeks was where I felt the most discomfort but it was nothing that I couldn’t handle. Some days the pain was a little bit worse and that’s when I would take Tylenol. The belly binder also helped a lot with my recovery. If you know you will have a C-section or just want to be prepared, I shared my C-Section Recovery Essentials here.

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Pregnancy & Post Child Birth Tips

All I have to say is be easy on yourself. It’s so much easier said than done, but definitely try to be kind to yourself. Parenting is hard work but it’s also very rewarding.

Constantly communicate with your partner. I’m glad I was open to Tre about everything I was feeling and what I want from him. But I know I also could do better. It’s a whole new experience for the both of us.

If you want more topics about post child birth and pregnancy, here are some related blog posts:

  • Must-Have Newborn Products
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  • First Trimester Must-Haves
  • Best Pregnancy Workouts
  • 1st Trimester Of Pregnancy
  • 2nd Trimester Of Pregnancy
  • 3rd Trimester Of Pregnancy

Also, I highly recommend the Sweat App’s post-pregnancy workout program by Kayla Itsine. This program helped me so much in re-building my body. Your body will not be the same as pre-pregnancy, but this program encourages me to regain my strength. It’s very low impact and C-section friendly. These exercises were designed specifically for postpartum. They seem like simple and basic exercises but you will be surprised how beneficial they are before getting back to your usual fitness routine.

Post Child Birth Tips

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Haha wow this is a long post. It’s been awhile since I’ve written something personal and I probably forgot some more things too. Maybe I’ll add more to this post as it comes along but I just didn’t want to wait any longer and plus I had a moment to write.

For all you mamas, what was your 4th trimester like?

xo RD

 

November 3, 2021 | 10 Comments

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Comments

  1. Mica says

    November 3, 2021 at 2:24 pm

    It’s a shame your partner couldn’t get more time off to help with baby but it’s good he did have that little time to help! I was so appreciate of all the time off my hubby had with my eldest boy, but with my youngest I felt it wasn’t enough as I was a bit unsure about handling the two of them at the same time, haha!

    The baby blues are killer too – they hit on day 3 right on schedule for me with both boys. First time I wasn’t expecting it and was sobbing over a muffin (of all things!) when hubby arrived at the hospital for visiting hours quite shocked, haha! Next time around I think day 3 was our busiest day for visitors at the hospital as I wanted people there to talk sense to me if I thought about crying over food again, ha!

    Hope that your week is going well 🙂

    Reply
    • [email protected] says

      November 5, 2021 at 10:23 am

      I know! He was limited, but he definitely tried his best after his leave was up. Yea the baby blues definitely sneaks up on you!

      Reply
  2. Jennifer says

    November 4, 2021 at 6:17 am

    I’ve heard the term 4th trimester be used before! I had no idea all of this could happen post pregnancy! Again, thank you for sharing your experience with all of us.

    Jennifer
    Curated By Jennifer

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    • [email protected] says

      November 5, 2021 at 10:24 am

      A lot can happen. But know that everyone’s experience is different.

      Reply
  3. Regine says

    November 4, 2021 at 10:01 am

    Thank you for sharing your experience. Seeing you and Carter together in photos warms my heart.
    http://www.rsrue.blogspot.com

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    • [email protected] says

      November 5, 2021 at 10:24 am

      Aww thank you so much Regine!

      Reply
  4. Julia Rees says

    November 15, 2021 at 8:13 am

    These are beautiful photos of you and Carter, and thank you for sharing your experience of the 4th trimester. This is so helpful for new Moms!
    Julia x
    https://www.thevelvetrunway.com/

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    • [email protected] says

      November 15, 2021 at 9:11 am

      Thank you!

      Reply

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      • 10 Gifts Everyone Will Love + Amazon Giveaway
      • Florence Travel Guide
      • What to Wear in Florence in October + Nordstrom Giveaway
      • Metallic Jumpsuit For Christmas & New Years Eve Outfit
      • Why This Sequined Blouse Is My Favorite
      • How to Style a Velvet Jumpsuit for the Holidays
    • ► November (13)
      • Supporting Small Business Saturday: My Favorite Chicago Small Businesses
      • The Best of Black Friday Deals
      • Holiday Gift Guide For The Traveler + $800 PayPal Cash Giveaway
      • 12 Holiday Pants You'll Love to Wear
      • Holiday Gift Guide for Him
      • Holiday Gift Guide For Her & Target Giveaway
      • 12 Special Occasion Jumpsuits To Wear This Season
      • Holiday Gift Guide For The Homebody
      • The Best Place to Buy Holiday Cards This Year Is Minted
      • Travel Guide To Rome
      • What I Read In October
      • 4 Amazon Coats for Fall (and Winter) Under $100 & Amazon Gift Card Giveaway
      • Travel Guide to Malmo: Day Trip from Copenhagen
    • ► October (8)
      • My Favorite & Best Halloween Movies (Kid-Friendly)
      • Why EasyCare Paint from True Value is Asthma & Allergy Friendly
      • What to Wear in Rome in October
      • What I Read In September
      • How to Support Breast Cancer Research through Stage
      • 12 Chic Amazon Crossbody Bags + HomeGoods Giveaway
      • Pink Power Suit & The Butterfly Necklace Gives Back to Breast Cancer Research
      • What To Buy At The Serena & Lily Friends & Family Sale
    • ► September (12)
      • His & Hers ECCO Shoes Review For the Fall
      • This Suede Skirt Has Been A Closet Staple
      • The Long Sleeve Lace Top You Will Want to Wear In The Fall
      • The Perfect Satin Pleated Shirtdress for Under $100
      • How To Wear Summer Dresses In Fall
      • OMG! The Best Not See Through White Skirt Ever!
      • Travel Guide To Copenhagen
      • Fall Fashion 2019 Must-Haves: Warm Tones + Amazon Gift Card Giveaway
      • How To Dress For Fall When It Still Feels Like Summer
      • What I Read In August
      • 9 Best Blazers for Fall that I'm Loving
      • Universal Standard Is The Most Size Inclusive Brand
    • ► August (8)
      • Why Follain is One Of The Best Places To Buy Clean Beauty
      • My Go To Bras Are Always The True & Co Bras
      • 9 Chic & Feminine Smocked Tops
      • La Maison Talulah Is My New Favorite Brand
      • Rainbow Stripe Trend | 10 Fashion Finds
      • 9 Affordable Area Rugs
      • What I Read In July
      • 4 Ways That I Invest In Myself That Builds Confidence
    • ► July (10)
      • The 10 Best Summer Quotes
      • The Most Talked About Gingham Pants
      • What I Bought - Nordstrom Anniversary Sale Public Access
      • The Best Summer Dress For Every Occasion
      • 1 Tiered Maxi Dress Worn 2 Different Ways
      • Favorites From 2019 Nordstrom Anniversary Sale & Nordstrom Giveaway
      • What I Read In June
      • The Perfect Paperbag Pants Outfit for Travel
      • Nordstrom Anniversary Sale 2019: Everything You Need to Know + Giveaway
      • The Best Way To Wear The Lemon Print Trend
    • ► June (11)
      • Madewell Summer Collection Try-On & Review
      • 5 Best Podcasts To Make Your Morning Commute Better
      • Book Recommendations Made By You For Summer Reading
      • The Feather Bra Review - $26, Comfortable & Affordable
      • Cute One-Piece Swimsuits Under $30 On Amazon + Nordstrom Gift Card Giveaway
      • A Comfortable White Dress For the Summer
      • Who What Wear Floral Maxi Dress
      • 9 Effortless Feminine Summer Dresses
      • Head to Toe Polka Dot Outfit That You Will Love
      • How To Style The Floral Amazon Top + Amazon Giveaway
      • What's The Deal With Uniqlo Supima® Cotton T-Shirt? A Sustainable Fashion.
    • ► May (13)
      • 9 Chic Lace Tops Under $100
      • 6 Ways To Style A High Waisted Midi Skirt For The Summer
      • Stylish Outdoor Furniture - Memorial Day Sale
      • The One Spring Outfit You Will Wear on Repeat
      • The Perfect Cut Off Denim Shorts With Butt Coverage
      • How Paperbag Waist Jeans Are Easily Fashion-Forward
      • I Finally Found The Most Flattering Denim Overalls
      • 7 Chic Amazon Tops Under $20
      • 9 Affordable Co-Ord Sets You Need To Own
      • #CivicInTheCity - Quick Honda Civic 2019 Review
      • A Must-Have Tropical Getaway Outfit
      • My Most Effective Method Of Choosing Joy Is Putting My Blinders On
      • The Floral Print Jumpsuit That You Need This Spring
    • ► April (8)
      • 6 Ways To Style A Crop White Wide Leg Pants
      • Sephora Beauty Insider Spring Bonus Event. Best Clean Beauty Products at Sephora
      • Revive Jewelry - Jewelry Supporting Breast Cancer Research + Gal Meets Glam Giveaway
      • My First Express Jeans Ever. Express Jeans Review.
      • 5 Amazon Dresses Under $20
      • Clever Way to Style A Green Polka Dot Skirt In Cooler Temperatures
      • Travel Guide To Porto
      • 9 Spring Dresses I'm Loving So Far
    • ► March (10)
      • My Favorite Spring Date Night Outfit
      • My Top 4 Best Jean Jackets + Nordstrom Giveaway
      • 12 Cute and Affordable Straw Bags
      • I'm 31! It's My Birthday!
      • What I Wore In Puerto Rico
      • Why A Real Haircut After Chemo Is Significant To Me
      • 11 Best Random Amazon Finds That I'm Loving So Far
      • Amazon Pleated Skirts Under $30
      • Tropical Vibes In The Winter: Palm Print Pajamas
      • Q&A: Answering About Favorite Chicago Spots, Travel, and Cancer Lifestyle
    • ► February (10)
      • Why I Prefer The Mika Classic UGG Sneakers vs UGG Classic Boots
      • 3 Amazing Reasons Why I Love The Packable Puffer Coat
      • Q&A: Answering About When To Go To Therapy, My Anxiety, and Kids
      • Finding Wanderlust In Your Own City (or Town)
      • Travel Guide to Puerto Rico
      • A Spring Transitional Outfit or Valentine's Day Outfit?
      • Amazon Sweaters Under $35
      • 3 Tips To Break Out Of A Winter Style Rut
      • Go-To Winter Accessories to Elevate My Winter Outfits
      • Real Weekend Outfits & Valentine's Day Giveaway
    • ► January (10)
      • Dreaming Of Guest Bedroom Decor Ideas + Nordstrom Giveaway
      • My Thoughts On Tiko: The Tiko Carry-On Review
      • Stylish And Comfortable Vacation Outfit Ideas
      • The Moment I Realized I Have Cancer
      • Simplest Way to Save Money For Christmas Gifts (for Next Year)
      • 3 Best Masks For Acne-Prone Skin
      • Quick Tips To Refresh Your Home After The Holidays
      • Travel Guide to Sintra: Day Trip From Lisbon
      • Travel Guide To Lisbon
      • My 2019 Goals to Elevate My Life
  • ► 2018 (139)
    • ► December (14)
      • My 2018 Highlights and Top 5's Of The Year
      • The Multipurpose Sweater Maxi Dress
      • My Favorite Way To Wear A Sequin Pencil Skirt
      • Have Yourself A Merry Christmas
      • Tips To Wear A Leopard Print Dress For The Holidays
      • How To Get A Last Minute Holiday Outfit
      • Ann Taylor Try-Ons
      • A Very Blush Holiday Outfit
      • Our Minted Holiday Card 2018
      • How to Wear Sequins & Wide-Leg For The Holidays
      • Talbots Holiday Plaid Cape: Friends & Family Event
      • Real Weekend Outfits - What I Wear
      • The Most Darling Holiday Dress For The Girly Girl
      • I Finally Own A Leopard Print Skirt & Nordstrom GIVEAWAY
    • ► November (13)
      • Holiday Gift Guide For The Beauty Lover
      • The Best Red Jumpsuit For The Holidays
      • Cyber Monday Deals
      • 5 Things I Am Grateful For
      • Holiday Gift Guide For The Fitness Lover
      • Holiday Gift Guide For Him
      • Four Casual Thanksgiving Outfit Ideas
      • Holiday Gift Guide For The Hostess
      • The Only Frayed Hem Jeans I've Worn So Far
      • How Breast Cancer Healthline App Supports Breast Cancer Thrivers
      • Tis The Season For Holiday Decoration Ideas
      • Jen7 Jeans - The 7 For All ManKind Sister Brand
      • Real Weekend Outfits - What I Wear
    • ► October (15)
      • My Love For Pleated Wide-Leg Pants
      • Everyone Has A Battle That You Don't Know About
      • 5 Things I Own That Contribute to Breast Cancer Research
      • 4 Easy Ways To Look Chic In A Canadian Tuxedo
      • The Amazing Benefits of Slowing Down
      • 12 Amazing Skirts For Fall
      • How to Style This Sela Fit Bodysuit Outside Of The Gym
      • 2018 Beautycounter Holiday Collection: Holiday Gift Guide for Safe Beauty
      • JCPenney Supports Breast Cancer Research w/ American Cancer Society
      • Everlane Authentic Stretch Denim: Jeans That Move Like Leggings
      • Amazon Fashion: My New Favorite Place To Online Shop For Clothes
      • Content Sugar: Take Your Blog To The Next Level
      • Fall 2018 Trends: Animal Print & Glen Plaid
      • This Is Why I Don't Support Breast Cancer Awareness
      • The Fall Color I Am Obsessed With This Year
    • ► September (9)
      • Why I Took A Blogging Break
      • My Bone Scan Results & Answering FAQs About It
      • The All-Time Best Target Collection
      • 5 Reasons Why This Sela Fit Cover Up Is Amazing
      • My Favorite Fall Transitional Outfit So Far
      • 3 Easy Tips to Transition Summer Dresses Into Fall
      • Are You Ready To Put Away Your Summer Clothes?
      • Wearing White On Labor Day
      • Labor Day Weekend Sales
    • ► August (14)
      • Is Pink Blush The New Neutral?
      • Travel Guide to Barcelona
      • My $19 Gucci Belt Dupe
      • I Will Always Be A Summertime Girl
      • My Favorite Anthropologie Fall Pieces + Giveaway
      • How To Style Overalls For The Summer
      • Why I Dress For Me And Not For Others
      • Why Sela Fit Is My New Favorite Athleisure Brand
      • My Favorite Part Of My Body
      • How I Wore My Off The Shoulder Maxi Dress
      • 5 Monday Motivational Quotes to Live By + Tropical Giveaway
      • What You Can Wear Now From The Nordstrom Anniversary Sale
      • Best Chicago Date Night Restaurants In The Summer
      • Lifestyle Changes I Made to Live My Very Best Life
    • ► July (13)
      • 5 Tips For Shopping At SheIn
      • My Current Cancer Treatment Plan
      • What I Bought From The Nordstrom Anniversary Sale 2018
      • 5 Simple Steps to Look Chic in Basic Pieces
      • Amazon Prime Day
      • The Most Comfortable White Loafers I've Worn So Far
      • Nordstrom Anniversary Sale Safe Beauty Products
      • Nordstrom Anniversary Sale Early Access 2018
      • How to Shop On A Budget - Get More For Your Buck
      • Nordstrom Anniversary Sale 2018: Everything You Need to Know + Giveaway
      • The Polka Dot Maxi Dress I Wore Around Madrid
      • The Best of 4th of July Sales
      • Finally Feeling Content After A Cancer Diagnosis
    • ► June (11)
      • The Gold Statement Earrings I Can't Stop Wearing
      • The Linen Dress Of The Year
      • Celebrating Our Three Year Wedding Anniversary
      • My Chicago Summer Bucket List + Nordstrom Giveaway
      • Travel Guide to Madrid
      • A Year Comparison In A Maxi Skirt
      • How To Wear Linen Pants For The Summer
      • Why I Wear Sunglasses In Most Of My Outfit Photos
      • One of My Favorite Summer Spots is the Chicago Riverwalk
      • My Secret to Traveling in Style
      • The Hunt For The Perfect Flowy White Pants
    • ► May (7)
      • Airplane Travel Skincare Routine
      • What's in Your Genes? My Genetic Testing Results
      • How to Wear This Crochet Cropped Top
      • CancerAid: Support for Cancer Patients & Caregivers
      • My Honest Thoughts On This Overall Dress
      • My Everyday Makeup Routine For The Summer
      • The Perfect Gift for Someone Special - Mother's Day Gift Ideas
    • ► April (13)
      • My BBG Fitness After Weeks 5-8
      • Favorite Straw Bags For The Season
      • Getting Used To Spring Transition Outfits
      • Pink Accent Decor From Amazon + Amazon Giveaway
      • Exclusive Lilla P Discount For My Readers Only!
      • How to Ease Into a Social Media Break
      • 5 Reasons Why You Need These Heels for Spring
      • What I Move For. Top 5 Things That Drive Me Daily.
      • Easing into the Overalls Trend
      • The Perfect Jean Jacket: Boyfriend Fit + Jean Jacket Giveaway
      • What to Wear to A Wedding When It Is Cold Out
      • 7 Tips on How to Love Your Body
      • My BBG Fitness After Week 1-4
    • ► March (12)
      • My Favorite Beautycounter Products Under $50
      • Travel Guide to Quebec City. The Cutest Winter Getaway.
      • If you love high waisted wide-leg pants, this jumpsuit is for you + Nordstrom Giveaway
      • Sun Protected Swimsuit Coverup You Will Need This Spring Break
      • 30 Things I'm Glad I Did Before I Turned 30
      • Did the Polka Dot Trend Really Go Away?
      • How Do You Know If A Blog is Successful?
      • The Cutest Jumpsuits For Spring That I'm Currently Loving
      • The Cutest Amazon Swimsuits for under $30
      • The $22 Cut Out Dress I Bought and Surprise News
      • Pink Pom Pom Sweater + How to Wear Cropped Pants in the Winter
      • The Pom Pom Dress You Need This Spring
    • ► February (5)
      • The Best Blanket Scarf You Will Ever Need
      • 3 Reasons Why I Took A Blogging Break
      • On Wednesdays, We Wear Pink on Valentine's Day
      • What to Wear When You Have Nothing to Wear
      • Travel Guide to Montreal
    • ► January (13)
      • My BBG Fitness Journey After 4 Weeks of Pre-Training
      • How to Get Over the Winter Blues
      • Two Year Cancerversary. My Life As A Cancer Survivor.
      • The Value of Friendship. A Tribute to My Friends.
      • I Am Loving the Faux Fur Leopard Print Trend
      • Why I Am Making the Switch to Safe Beauty
      • The Best Colors to Wear Together
      • 4 Tips On How to Look Chic While Bundled Up for Winter
      • How to Wear a Wool Cape in Winter
      • PMD Personal Microderm, My Cost-Saving Trick to Getting a Facial Salon Result
      • The Simple Things in Life. What Makes Me Happy.
      • The Best Coat for Winter: 3-in-1 Parka
      • My Goals for 2018
  • ► 2017 (138)
    • ► December (10)
      • Reflecting on 2017. Highlights and Lessons I Learned.
      • Pom Pom Sweater for the Winter
      • My Christmas Traditions with My Family
      • What I Would Have Worn to My Work Holiday Party
      • Nordstrom Giveaway
      • Buffalo Plaid Poncho Is The Best Thing To Wear For The Holidays
      • Holiday Gift Guide For Her
      • Our Very Merry Christmas Card 2017 with Minted
      • What Joy Is To Me During The Holidays
      • Holiday Gift Guide for the Homebody
    • ► November (13)
      • The Yellow Sweater I Can't Stop Wearing
      • Your Guide to Cyber Monday deals
      • The Best of Black Friday Deals to Complete Your Christmas Shopping
      • Where to Buy the Cutest Holiday Invitations or Holiday Cards
      • Holiday Gift Guide for the Girl Boss
      • Travel Guide to San Francisco
      • Holiday Gift Guide for the Traveler
      • My Top 5 Favorite Chunky Knit Sweaters + Nordstrom Giveaway
      • Supporting Young Cancer Fighters: Recap of the Barre Event
      • 3 Easy Tips on How to Wear a Monochromatic White Outfit
      • Holiday Gift Guide for the Hostess
      • How To Dress For Disney World Without Losing Style
      • Why The Sweatshirt Trend is the Most Clever Trend
    • ► October (9)
      • How You Can Help Fight Against Breast Cancer
      • The Best Chicago Pumpkin Patch
      • The Importance of Sun Protection All Year Round + Giveaway
      • Wearing The Trend I Love from Summer to Fall
      • This Is What Happens When I Accidentally Came Up With A Fall Outfit
      • How I Tame My Stray Hairs For the Stubborn Hair
      • The Best and All Time Favorite Foundation For Sensitive Skin
      • Trying Out The Beret Trend
      • My Favorite Boyfriend Plaid Shirt I Purchased This Year + Nordstrom Giveaway
    • ► September (13)
      • 10 Things You Might Not Know About Me
      • When is The Best Time To Wear Odd Outfit Combinations?
      • Business In The Front, Party In the Back
      • Can You Wear Mirrored Sunglasses In The Fall?
      • 5 Incredible Activities To Enjoy In The Fall
      • My Top 5 Favorite Fall Outfits From Last Year
      • When My Favorite Stationary Company Meets My Childhood Sneakers
      • The Nonprofit Organization I Am Part Of And How You Can Help
      • How To Wear White After Labor Day
      • How To Dress For Work Without Losing Style
      • The Best Top To Wear This Fall
      • What To Wear For Fall
      • Recap Of The Blog Societies Conference 2017
    • ► August (12)
      • My Version Of A Dressy Casual Outfit
      • Getting Out of My Comfort Zone
      • Still Loving Summer With Restricted Shoes
      • The Most Darling Dress I Own
      • How I'm Getting My Groove Back: 5 Tips On Feeling More Confident
      • 5 Things To Do Before Summer Ends
      • The Most Feminine Skirt I've Ever Owned
      • The Gingham Trend with Velvet Heart
      • The Best Maxi Dress for Semi-Petite Women
      • Printed Summer Dress
      • Nordstrom Anniversary Sale What I Bought and Size Guide
      • Nordstrom Gift Card Giveaway
    • ► July (15)
      • Yellow Open Tie-Back Dress
      • White Midi Skirt
      • What Blogging Has Done For Me
      • What You Will Rarely See Me Wear
      • Nordstrom Anniversary Sale Open for the Public
      • Rekindling With An Old Flame
      • Nordstrom Anniversary Sale Activewear & Beauty
      • Eyelet Maxi Dress
      • My Trick to Wearing a Low-Cut Dress
      • Nordstrom Anniversary Sale Early Access Favorites
      • 5 Tips on How To Be More Organized
      • Embroidered Off The Shoulder Top
      • One Year Post Chemo: What Cancer Taught Me
      • Tie-Front Dress
      • What to Wear on 4th of July
    • ► June (14)
      • 5 Reasons Why I Love This Dress
      • The Most Comfortable Bra Made For Any Breast Including Mastectomy
      • Nordstrom Giveaway
      • Floral Jumpsuit + Nordstrom Giveaway
      • Summer Dresses for under $100
      • Ruffled One Shoulder Dress
      • Top 8 Blue and White Summer Dresses + Nordstrom Giveaway
      • Ruffled Sleeve Midi Dress and Friday Thoughts
      • Crochet Lace Midi Dress
      • What to Wear to A Wedding
      • Cold-Shoulder Dress
      • The Only Dress You Need For the Summer
      • White Wide-Leg Pants
      • How to Wear a Pleated Maxi Skirt for Everyday Wear
    • ► May (13)
      • Striped Midi Dress for the Summer
      • Nordstrom Half-Yearly Sale for under $100 + Giveaway
      • My First Haircut Post Chemo
      • Top 5 Summer Must-Haves
      • Montreal Day Four: The Embroidered Shirt
      • Montreal Day 3: Where to Buy High-Quality, Affordable Clothes
      • Montreal Day Two: The Most Comfortable Heels
      • Montreal Day One: Wear a Neck Scarf
      • Montreal Day Five: Accessorizing with a Scarf
      • Jewelry with a Purpose with Meaka Lee and a Giveaway
      • The Color of the Season is Yellow
      • Floral Cami with Pleated Midi Skirt
      • Mixed Stripe Culottes and Other Stripe Culotte Options
    • ► April (12)
      • White Distressed Jeans and Lace for Spring
      • Embroidered Blouse
      • $1000 Cash Gift Card Giveaway
      • How to Wear the Velvet Trend
      • Ruffled One Shoulder Top
      • Susan G. Komen - Race for the Cure
      • The Comfiest Jeans
      • Spring Must-Haves with Shopbop Sale
      • Bell Sleeves & Bows
      • Lace Top + Boyfriend Jeans
      • Blue Stripe Bell Sleeves
      • Suede Midi Skirt + Nordstrom Giveaway
    • ► March (11)
      • 48 Hours in Oakland: A Weekend Travel Guide
      • Spring Stripes
      • Laudi Vidni - Customized Handbags
      • Gingham Off Shoulder Top
      • Spring Blush
      • Metallic Pleated Skirt
      • Never Give Up
      • Off the Shoulder Sweater
      • Ruffled Tiered Sleeves
      • Shopbop Sale
      • Faux Fur Vest + Giveaway
    • ► February (7)
      • Bell Sleeved Sweater
      • Cold Shoulder Bodysuit
      • Mini Dress + Over the Knee Boots
      • Headbands of Hope
      • Embracing It
      • Winter Layers
      • How to Beat Winter Skin Woes
    • ► January (9)
      • Valentine's Day Giveaway
      • My Favorite Accessory
      • Cancerversary
      • Button-Front Jeans
      • Cozy Knits
      • Burgundy Moto Jacket
      • Less is More
      • Over the Knee Boots
      • A New Year
  • ► 2016 (123)
    • ► December (13)
      • Reflection of 2016
      • Oversized Reversible Plaid Scarf
      • Happy Holidays
      • Office Holiday Outfit
      • Our Holiday Card 2016
      • SimplyBe
      • Simple Holiday Dress
      • Holiday Gift Guide for the Traveler
      • Feeling Confident in a Holiday Dress
      • Cold Shoulder Sweater
      • Holiday Gift Guide for Him
      • Holiday Gift Guide for Her
      • Holiday Dress
    • ► November (15)
      • Grey Sweater
      • Cyber Monday + Nordstrom Giveaway
      • Snapchat Sunday
      • Holiday Gift Guide under $50
      • Oversized Cardigan
      • $1000 Nordstrom Gift Card Giveaway
      • Holiday Gift Guide for the Hostess
      • Lace Up Sweater +$1000 giveaway
      • Christian Louboutin Giveaway
      • Right as Rain
      • Military Coat
      • Minted Holiday Cards + Giveaway
      • Daniel Wellington x Classic Black
      • Lace-Up on Lace-Up
      • The Perfect White Tee
    • ► October (11)
      • Snapchat Sunday
      • Blanket Cape
      • Tuft & Needle Review
      • Tie-Knot Blouse
      • Vertical Stripes
      • Black and Camel
      • Snapchat Sunday
      • The Shine Project
      • Apple Picking
      • Fall Essential Pieces
      • Fall Outfit Inspiration
    • ► September (2)
      • Hello :)
      • Ruffles & Bows
    • ► August (6)
      • The Limited Denim
      • Checkered Swing Dress
      • My Fight Song - Update Post Surgery
      • $550 Cash Giveaway
      • My Fight Song - Update
      • ThePeachBox
    • ► July (13)
      • Creative Tribe School
      • Tie-Neck Dress
      • Wedding Guest Dress with VIPme
      • Nordstrom Anniversary Sale $50 and under
      • Karina Dress
      • Striped Culottes
      • Black & White Midi Skirt
      • How to Shop the Nordstrom Anniversary Sale + Giveaway
      • That Maxi Dress
      • Hope 25
      • Cabana Life
      • Independence Day Sale
      • Denim Skirt + Nordstrom Giveaway
    • ► June (12)
      • Short-Sleeve Windowpane
      • 4th Of July Outfit Ideas
      • One Year Anniversary
      • Sudio Sweden
      • Floral Flutter Romper
      • Monthly Picks: June
      • Strappy Drape
      • 31 Bits
      • Summer Dress
      • Gingham Shirt Again
      • At the Harbor
      • Casual Jumpsuit
    • ► May (10)
      • Neck Scarf
      • It's Time to Romper!
      • Instagram Lately
      • Maxi Skirt
      • Midi Jumpsuit
      • Staying Neutral
      • Feeling Grey
      • Weekend Sales
      • Put a Bow on It
      • Chambray Skirt + Giveaway
    • ► April (10)
      • Feeling Boho
      • Black and White
      • Trunk Club Women
      • Weekend Sales
      • Gingham Dresses
      • Put a Bow on It
      • Half Stripes
      • Getting Used to It
      • Shopbop Friends & Family Sale
      • Winter or Spring
    • ► March (11)
      • Spring with Banana Republic
      • Printed Dress
      • My Intent
      • Everyday Look
      • Red + Camel
      • Spring Fever
      • Culottes
      • My Fight Song - Hakuna Matata
      • Black and White Again
      • Shopbop Sale
      • CaseApp Giveaway
    • ► February (8)
      • Exploring Chinatown
      • Stripes, Always
      • Flared Leg
      • RD at Home: Minted Art
      • The Gingham Sweater Dress
      • Pink + Stripes
      • Maumero
      • Kendra Phillip
    • ► January (12)
      • Toggle Coat
      • 9 Affordable Kilim Rugs That Are Perfect For Any Room
      • Plaid Coat
      • At the Bike Shop
      • Grey + Blush
      • Instagram Lately
      • Ditto
      • Layers
      • Getting Cozy
      • Pinrose
      • Grey Lapel Coat
      • Happy New Year!
  • ► 2015 (132)
    • ► December (11)
      • Funnel Neck
      • Feeling Like Winter
      • Almost Christmas!
      • Christmas PJs
      • Greetabl
      • Open Back
      • Classic Black Jumpsuit
      • Our Holiday Card + Minted Giveaway
      • Plaid Vest
      • #TBT Mykonos
      • SU2C X REVOLVE
    • ► November (12)
      • Cyber Monday
      • Black Friday
      • Faux Fur Boot Cuffs
      • Found it!
      • Sole Serum + Giveaway
      • Holiday Gift Guide for the Hostess
      • On the Fringe
      • Over the Knees
      • Affordable Cashmere Sweaters
      • Pinstripes
      • Wifey
      • Long Vest
    • ► October (9)
      • Imerovigli
      • Pumpkin Patching with Jord Watches
      • Sleeveless Jacket
      • Knitted
      • Elia Beach
      • Poncho Season
      • Mykonos
      • Day 3 of Seattle
      • Santorini
    • ► September (9)
      • Ending Wedding Season
      • Slim City Pants
      • Groupon Coupon
      • Nakd Bars
      • Madewell Sale
      • Bainbridge Island
      • Time for Plaid + Firmoo Giveaway
      • First Day in Seattle
      • Blue Paisley
    • ► August (11)
      • Instagram Lately
      • Blue and White
      • Back to School
      • Distressed Denim Shorts
      • Printed Dress
      • Striped Maxi
      • Chambray Off-Shoulder
      • Minneapolis Farmers Market
      • Girls Night Out
      • Blush on Blush
      • Leaf Print Dress
    • ► July (11)
      • North Loop
      • Safety First + Giveaway
      • Backless
      • My Favorite Trend
      • Rent the Runway
      • Nordstrom Anniversary Sale
      • White Sundress
      • Powder Blue
      • Too Perfect
      • Palm Prints
      • I'm Back! + Lululemon Giveaway
    • ► June (5)
      • White Shirtdress
      • Rompers Under $50
      • Black & White Off-Shoulder
      • Just Casual
      • New Watch
    • ► May (12)
      • Splash into Summer Giveaway
      • Blue Print
      • Bachelorette Nighttime
      • Bachelorette: Daytime
      • Nordstrom Yearly Sale
      • Hot & Cold
      • Bridal Shower Part 2
      • White Dress
      • Comfiest Dress
      • Feeling Sporty
      • Wedding Season
      • Taking A Stroll
    • ► April (13)
      • Just Relax
      • Bridal Shower
      • Instagram Lately
      • The Kewl Shop + Giveaway
      • Playing it Cool
      • Striped Blouse
      • Rainy Day Hair
      • Brunch
      • Sleeveless Trench
      • Red Rain Coat + Giveaway
      • Floral Skirt
      • Feels Like Spring
      • Again
    • ► March (14)
      • Feeling Grey
      • Bride to Be
      • Firmoo
      • Birthday Girl
      • Monogram
      • #TBT
      • Swimwear
      • Albion Fit + Giveaway
      • Flamingos
      • Houndstooth
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      • One Year
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      • Windy
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      • Lake Zurich
      • Holiday Plaid
      • Moments of Chic
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      • All That Glistens
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      • Bourbon
      • Shopbop Biggest Sale of the Year
      • That Bag
      • Holiday Gift Guide for Her
      • Holiday Work Glam + Kate Spade Giveaway
      • Improv
      • Holiday Attire: Sticking to the Basics
      • Midi Skirt + Crop Top
      • Blanket Scarves: All under $40!
      • America's Best Racing: Behind the Scenes
      • Dressing Up Fall Trends With Wishes & Reality
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      • Fallen Leaves
      • Plaid Skirt + Giveaway
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      • Full Skirt
      • Currently Coveting
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      • Blue Floral Lace
      • Midi Skirts
      • Distressed
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      • Layered Embellished
      • Feelin Edgy
      • Blush Lace + Collar
      • His/Her Date Night
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      • $300 Visa Gift Card Giveaway!
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      • Scallop Shorts
      • Sunday Brunch
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      • Feeling Casual
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      • Winter White
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      • Chili Rubbed Salmon with Pineapple-Mango Salsa
      • It's A Steal!
      • NEW URL
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      • Feeling blue
      • Penne Alla Vodka
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      • Bye Polar Vortex
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