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Forty Fashionable Weeks
www.lab40.com

Forty weeks can be a long time to go when you “can’t find a thing to wear.” Rather than succumbing to the run-of-the-mill pregnancy garb, why not custom design a chic t-shirt or two (or three or four) to get you through your entire pregnancy in vogue? The t-shirts at Lab40 are incredibly fun, absolutely hip, and perfectly comfortable for that ever-changing body of yours.

Finding Lab40 now almost makes me wish I was pregnant again- almost. When I was pregnant, all I wanted were a few fashionable tees that fit! Lab40 is designed to fit those bellies, from that first little bump to the full 9 month ‘mother-load’. They offer a variety of t-shirt styles from long sleeved hoodies to ribbed tanks to puffy-sleeve tees, and my personal fave, the layer tee. Start by selecting your style, then move on to their wide selection of fresh designs. With so many playful graphics and sayings to choose from, you’ll walk away with a one-of-a-kind tee that is totally chic and totally you.

While you’re visiting the lab, be sure to click over and check out their line of b-buckles. These fun little creations are a great way to keep sporting your favorite pair of Rock and Republics even with that expanding belly.

Journaling the Journey
www.LoralinDesign.com

Preparing for that little bundle of joy means getting organized and if you think pregnancy has turned your mind into more mush than matter, just wait until that munchkin arrives. Staying on top of things is much easier with a few fun journals to inspire you to write it down before it slips away. We’ve found an irresistible set of journals at LoralinDesign.com that should be on every new mother’s must-have list.

Whether you’re picking up a set for yourself, or as a gift for a lucky mother-to-be, the journals at LoralinDesign.com are not only a great organizational tool, but also feature amusing designs that will look fantastic sitting on any coffee table, or carried along in your favorite handbag. The set includes three journals to track baby’s feedings, special moments, and gifts received.

Be sure to check out LoralinDesign.com for more delightful finds, like the Parent’s Journal for The Babysitter, organic onesies, and Engraved Sterling Silver Rattles.

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Beautiful Bellies
www.BabyBeMineMaternity.com

That ever-changing belly is quite the phenomenon. You’ve probably found yourself staring in the mirror, examining that emerging mountain in awe and for the first time in your life, loving the fact that your belly is growing rounder by the day. If you’re looking for the perfect way to flaunt your new figure, look no further than the belly bands from BabyBeMineMaternity.com.

These stylish accessories are the perfect way to pull together any maternity outfit. Rather than trying to hide that belly under layers of baggy clothes, belly bands accentuate your beautiful body in all the right ways and flatter that newly, gorgeous shape. Belly bands are the ideal layering piece to be worn under or over your shirt, and in addition to being utterly fashionable, they also offer the invaluable functionality of holding everything in place!

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Mess Free Memories
www.bigdaybooks.com

Before my son arrived, in those last few weeks of nesting I had high hopes for myself and what my life as a new mother would look like. I envisioned quiet days, nursing and playing with my new baby, then crafting and scrapbooking during his naptimes. Needless to say, when Aiden arrived, I realized crafting was out of the question with my busy new lifestyle. The last thing I needed was art supplies and scrapbook materials adding to my already messy abode. What a delightful discovery to find BigDayBooks.com, where building your child’s baby book is made simple and efficient with their unique approach to this special keepsake.

With BigDayBooks.com you don’t have to be Martha Stewart to create a beautiful baby book. You don’t even have to worry about good handwriting with their printer ready pages, formatted for you so all you have to do is type in the basics. First, you choose your favorite style of book from their gorgeous collection. Next, log on to your account to fill-in over 40 different page options, then simply print the pages on the archival quality paper provided and add to your special book. I love this realistic approach to motherhood, and now working on Aiden’s baby book is something I can easily do during naptime, and best of all, there’s no mess to clean up!

Arriving in Style
www.dearjohnnies.com

If the thought of spending one of the happiest days of your entire life in a dingy, used hospital gown leaves you feeling less than enthusiastic, you are not alone. This is your special day, the moment when you will become a mother (whether it’s for the first time or not), and you deserve to look your best, at least as good as you can look given the circumstances. Not to mention the immeasurable photo ops! If standard hospital attire gives you a bit of the creeps, then DearJohnnies.com is your source for a welcome relief.

The custom designed gowns at DearJohnnies.com are made with 100% cotton in eye-pleasing patterns and trimmed in grosgrain ribbon. A far cry from the typical drab of a standard issue gown, Dear Johnnies will have you camera ready pretty while still maintaining the functionality of hospital attire. Choose from 4 endearing styles and even have your gown monogrammed for a special memento. Gowns can be worn during labor and while in recovery, so your entire hospital stay can be a stylish fete.

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Peek of the Week

Wrapables
www.wrapables.com

Realizing Easter is right around the corner (Sunday, April 8th) and feeling inspired to make this a special one as this is my son’s first Easter and our first Easter as a family, I went in search for some Holiday décor. The blasé items lining the department and supermarket shelves, with their nauseating pastel designs and corny bunny motifs just weren’t cutting it this year. I wanted something a little funkier for this special occasion and I found exactly what I was looking for at Wrapables.com.

One of my favorite stores to shop for home goods, Wrapables.com, is a modern mother’s dream. From bedding to bath items, this online shop has it all. Specializing in unique pieces, it’s a great place to find hip little gems like these Nyokki Grass Pets. These kitchy creatures are a great way to dress your home for Easter, as is the Vintage Chick Coir Doormat available at Wrapables.

If you’re looking for something fun for the kids, check out this delectable Chirping Chick Kid Apron. They’ll love wearing it while they help you prepare those Easter goodies. Wrapables.com sells more than just fun home essentials. They also carry a charming line of fashion accessories.

This Nesting Necklace would make a wonderful Easter gift or an amusing present for an expecting mother anytime of the year. The necklace is a terrific way to celebrate new life, love and family. Find all of these great items at Wrapables.com.

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