Hi guys- it’s been about a month since my last post. And well, a lot of that has to do with the fact that I’ve been logging in those hours at the office. Many days it’s well over the standard 8-hour day. While working full-time...
Returning to the Office after Maternity Leave – A One Year Recap
posted by: The Sun Queen
July 26, 2020
Prior to actually going on maternity leave, I had everything planned out. Take a couple of weeks off before my due date and then four full months of leave after. I like to plan things. Little did I know that some unexpected hurdles could change...
Bonjour everyone! As you all know, I am all about a good capsule wardrobe. Needless to say I recently added a new addition to my Spring Capsule Wardrobe. Introducing the snake print heel. I really evaluate wardrobe additions because I want to make sure that...
Being a full-time working ( new) mom always presents a unique set of challenges. As most of you know, my quest here is to make my life as simple (yet luxurious) with nothing short of intentional purchases. Mila has had her fair share of toys...
No or Low-Cost Gift Giving Guides for a New Mom
posted by: The Sun Queen
March 1, 2020
Prior to 2020 I would have drafted a gift giving guide that included hot-style picks or smart gifts for any woman. Fast forward to 2019, the year I became a mommy, and my gift giving suggestions are surprisingly low or no-cost. If you’re a gal,...
Infant 4 and 5 Month Feeding & Nap Schedule
posted by: The Sun Queen
January 21, 2020
Since my last post there’s been plenty of learning on my end when it comes to the baby world. Transitioning from breastfeeding to formula has allowed me the opportunity to track my baby’s trends closely and I thought it may be helpful to some of...
What to Expect when Breastfeeding and How to Handle Mastitis, a Breast Abscess and Surgery
posted by: The Sun Queen
November 12, 2019
The ability to breastfeed my baby was a blessing but unfortunately a bad case of mastitis turned into a breast abscess nightmare.
Fall Fashion Essential: Adding to Your Capsule Wardrobe
posted by: The Sun Queen
October 7, 2019
One of my favorite things to do each season includes carefully building my capsule wardrobe. The idea of a capsule wardrobe really ignited in me after visiting Europe for the first time, somewhere around seven years ago . I recall my first trip to Paris...
Guide to a Simple and Minimal Baby Nursery
posted by: The Sun Queen
September 23, 2019
Getting ready for baby has been such a fun experience but needless to say I'm a planner at heart and much thought went into what I wanted to purchase and actually set up before baby's arrival.
Most pregnant couples opt to enroll in some type of birth course to prep for the birth of their first child. Guess what? We didn’t. I’m currently 38 weeks pregnant and with our work schedules and outlook on life, we figured we could do some...