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a Columbus-based Lifestyle, Home, and Parenting Blog by Amanda Hamman

Home, Littles · May 1, 2018

April: Life Lately

April Life Lately // girl about columbus

APRIL: Time is a thief! Where did the second half of this month go? Ever since Ellie was born, I feel like time is FLYING! Sure, I’ve had long days and nights since she was born, but all in all, things are going pretty well around here, adjusting to life with a newborn. I’m just SO HAPPY she’s here!!! Feeling very blessed.

Listening to: Maroon 5’s Red Pill Blues album – so good!

Reading: The First Forty Days: The Essential Art of Nourishing the New Mother

Published: Our First Family of 4 Photos, Introducing Ellie Anne, and What to Pack in Your Hospital Bag.

Shopping for: Spring/summer tops for myself (like this eyelet top and this smocked top, both on major sale) since I haven’t been able to shop for almost a year! Also, bought Ava a pair of super cute sandals and these water shoes that she insisted on and has been wearing as everyday shoes! Also I got these fun Target buys: This seagrass napkin holder (it’s the little things!) and this plaid outdoor rug (I also LOVE this one).

Watching: Finished the entire series of Mad Men on Netflix – now we’re onto something a lot lighter – Parks & Recreation! We also are going to start 7 Seconds per recommendation of one of my gf’s!

Loving: The newborn snuggles and how Ava constantly checks on her sister, giving her tons of hugs and kisses daily.

Working on: Figuring out life and a routine as a family of 4!

^^ 38 Weeks pregnant! The last bump pic I took because once I hit 39 weeks, I was done! 🙂

^^ My sweet, sweet Elizabeth Anne.

^^ Such a nugget! Little Unicorn swaddle blanket // Ames Olivia bow

^^ BEST nursing shirt, EVER!!! It’s so soft & cozy!!! Comes in 5 colors. You can shop it here. Also, this is the best nursing bra (I have it in 3 colors and swore by them after I had Ava and I still love them). Ellie’s yellow bow is from From Head to Bows!

periwinkle nails^^ Periwinkle mani that is still on my nails 🙂 Color is OPI You’re Such a Budapest Gel Nail Color // Pink Sneakers // Maternity sweater // Pink & purple rug

eleventh candle co^^ The prettiest, best-smelling candles from the local Eleventh Candle Co.!

Straw bags^^ My straw bag obsession is real! Mini clutch (comes in 5 colors & under $40) // Circle Tote // Mar y Sol Tybee Tote (on sale)

^^ Ellie Anne’s homecoming outfit from Cecil and Lou. Here’s a pink version. Also, how cute are these monogrammed sleepers?

^^ LITTLE SISTER <3 Wearing: APL Sneakers // Target PJ/Jogger Pants (softest things ever!!!!) // Little Me Receiving Blanket // Little Sis bib

^^ The talented Sophia of Cheek to Cheek Studio taking Ellie’s newborn shots! Lots of questions about our quilt from Anthro – it’s no longer sold but this one and this one are very similar and equally as pretty!!!

^^ The entire Gal Meets Glam Collection is so gorgeous! This dress is one of my favorites and I also love this one!

^^ Published What to Pack in Your Hospital Bag! Love my  LL Bean bag.

^^ Maybe my favorite photo from our newborn photos from Cheek to Cheek Studio. <3

^^ My lil’ strawberry! How cute are these sheets from Peapod and Nate?

I hope you had a great month! Cheers to (finally) warmer weather, lots of sunshine, and fresh blooms in May!

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