We are having so much fun at the beach in the Outer Banks with Isla and Brody! As predicted, Isla loves eating sand and Brody cannot get enough of digging in the sand.

Here is some of my favorite gear we have been using!

Baby sunscreen—this time of year it is quite literally a hot topic! As a mom to a very fair skinned baby, sunscreen is something I think about constantly. It is one of those things I never leave home without.

We love spending time outside, but Isla’s skin is so sensitive to the sun—a trait she for sure received from her momma! With splash pad and beach season upon us, I have been on the hunt for the best sunscreen.

Confession: We have been on the sleep struggle bus with Isla since birth—now almost 9 months ago. In all honesty, I would cringe every time I would hear someone talking about how their tiny newborn or three month old or six month old or now nine month old slept through the night like a champ. I was envious of the solid sleep the moms were getting. I was frustrated by how our nights looked. I was waking up cranky and exhausted.

There is nothing that fills me with more joy as a mom than watching my little one’s faces light up with excitement. Brody’s 3rd birthday bash at the Phoenix Zoo was one of my favorite days we have had in a long time. An afternoon surrounded by our closest friends and family, sweet treats, and a very happy toddler will forever be what I remember Brody’s 3rd birthday by.

Are you transitioning from milk or formula to solids? Look no further, because I’ve rounded up some of my favorite accessories for your little eater! From bibs and sippy cups, to plates and storage cups — i’ve got you covered!

We went back and fourth on whether of not we were going to have a birthday party for Brody this year. We were leaning towards a Disney trip instead of a birthday celebration, but with our big move coming up, we decided we wanted to take advantage of every chance we have to hang out with our wonderful friends before we have to say good-bye. And let’s be real, I love planning birthday parties and Brody loves going to birthday parties.

If there is one time of the day that needs to go smoothly, it is naptime. A solid nap for Brody and Isla means happier kids for the rest of the afternoon and a much happier momma! Naptime is my little break to work, read, or fit in that long awaited shower. A good nap makes for a good day.

Playing with your newborn can be intimidating. A floppy head, shaky legs, and minimum motor skills can leave you feeling like you are boring your baby to pieces. Over the past few months with Brody, we've discovered fun ways to learn and play. Below are some of our favorites.