Taking Care Of Postpartum Hair

It seems a little unfair that right around the three month postpartum milestone when you finally start to feel a little more normal, your thick and voluminous pregnancy hair turns into the most thin and brittle mess you ever did see.Well, maybe yours didn't do that but mine sure did.In recent weeks, my hair has looked more like a matted rat's tail and I'm just not comfortable going any further in that direction.So I've pulled out the big guns and started making some changes in my hair care that have made a huge difference! I know SO many of you were pregnant along with me this last time so I have to think that y'all may be experiencing some of the same dreadful changes.One of the first things I did was change my pillowcase. Not just from one cotton blend to another. I went full on SILK and I will never ever go back. Not only do I feel like the most fabulous version of myself when I lay down at night, but it also keeps my hair from getting as oily, which means less washing. It also keeps it from getting matted. So I can wake up with it looking the exact same way it looked when I went to sleep. When it's not as tangled, that just means less stress on the hair when I brush it. Less stress leads to less breakage. Amen for that!I got the Slip Silk brand for Christmas but I also found a much less expensive option on Amazon with incredible reviews. I ordered it to try for myself so stay tuned! I linked it below if you'd like to try it with me.To keep me going longer in between washing, I also started using Living Proof Dry Shampoo. I can tell it doesn't dry my hair out nearly as much as the not your mothers brand, which is what I was using before.I also switched my shampoo and conditioner out since apparently the old kind I used was one of the main causes of all my breakage. The kind I'm using now is a restorative formula and I can already tell a huge difference.Beyond the shampoo change, I started using a heat protectant spray before I curled my hair. Even though I'm not blow drying my hair nearly as often, I still curl it at least every other day. The protectant spray just helps keep my hair safe from the damage that heat can cause.The final change I made was adding collagen protein to my smoothies. It is tasteless but works wonders for hair, skin, and nails. It's also high in protein which makes my nursing momma heart happy.So let's do a quick run down since that was a lot of info thrown at you at once!

  1. Silk pillowcase to reduce tangles, matting, and oil (less expensive option HERE)
  2. High Quality Dry Shampoo
  3. Restorative Shampoo and Conditioner
  4. Heat Protectant Spray
  5. Collagen Protein
Bonus: You can also try a hair mask a few times a week to really bring your locks back to life! I got this one for Christmas and it's amazing!A few other recommendations: I LOVE this hairspray, this for body, and this for drying hair!

Mommy and Me Boots with Koolaburra

    Y'all know I can't resist a mommy and me matching set but I'm especially in if the set is super comfy! These Koolaburra by UGG are the most convenient shoes to have for kiddos. They can quickly pull them on with no help, which is great for the kid craving some independence.Not only do they look cute but they also have amazing support and my girls can wear them all the day long with no blisters or sore spots. Since they're lined with faux fur, they are really warm to wear for those chilly early mornings heading to school.We love this style with the buttons on the side but they also have a simple no frills boot, a short pair, and one with the sweetest bows. I'm linking all my favorites below.So thankful to have partnered with such an amazing brand as  Koolaburra! As always, all opinions are my own.[showboutiquewidget id="787829"]

Dyson Deals with eBay

  Hey, friends!Today I'm partnering with eBay to bring you some awesome deals on the household appliance that every girl needs... the Dyson vacuum. The one I have is the v7 version and it's amazing. The cordless feature is by far my favorite part because it allows me to use it all over the house and in my car. Not that I actually need  vacuum for my car. It's always so clean. LOL I got jokes.I shopped all over trying to make sure that the Dyson selection on eBay really is the best and (drum roll, please) it is! Not only does eBay have an incredible selection of refurbished and brand new, I love how each seller has ratings so you can know for sure that the product is going to be quality.My next eBay purchase is going to be the Dyson hair dryer. I've heard amazing reviews and I can't wait to try it for myself. It would make an awesome gift for the girl who has everything.Thank you to eBay for sponsoring today's post. Thank you, friends for coming by and reading![showshopthepostwidget id="3413813"]

Holiday Party Looks with Wal Mart

  The month of December is such a whirlwind! It feels like every day has a function that we have to attend and then as soon as Christmas is over, it's time to plan for New Year's Eve. This year, I'm doing my best to plan ahead in the festive outfit department and I'm sharing all my finds with you.Wal Mart is a great resource for affordable every day clothes, but they also have recently launched their premium brand, which means TONS of designer looks to choose from. You can still get the perks of the two day free shipping, too!This red dress with the flouncy ruffle sleeve stopped me in my tracks as soon as I saw it. I had so much fun finding a sweet Christmas pin to wear with it! It comes in four colors and runs true to size. I'm wearing my normal size 4. Wal Mart also has a great selection of jewelry in their premium category. I found a beautiful statement necklace and some earrings to go with the velvet dress I found. Linked them all below![showboutiquewidget id="787132"]I'm so thankful to Wal Mart for sponsoring today's post! All opinions are my own. 

Holiday Look Book

This time of year is NUTS, y'all. But I love every second of it! I especially love putting together festive outfits that work for all the events we are attending. Sharing them with you is one of the best parts of my job because it makes me feel like in some small way, I'm able to help you feel put together and lookin cute everywhere you go.I'm going to share some looks I've styled so far AND some that I haven't even shared on the gram yet. In hopes that you'll have time to get the things you need to put together the outfits you LOVE, here is my Holiday Look Book!Plaid shirt. Scarf. Hat.  Skirt. Sweater. Sweater. Plaid Pajamas. House shoes. Hat. Shirt. Faux fur vest.Shirt.  Glitter belt.  Reese's vest. Rowen's dress.Olive corduroys. Boots. Shirt. Vest.Heart sweater. Scarf. Heels. Glitter belt.Shirt.Hat.Skirt.Dress.Jingle Bells Tee. Skirt. Shoes.Sweater. Skirt. Dress. Skirt. Tee. Scarf.Jacket.Tee. Scarf. LOVE sweater. Skirt. Heels.Tartan Blazer. Pearl sweater. OTS Sweater. Cape. Dress. Here are some more options I've rounded up![showboutiquewidget id="787447"]