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Feathers and Stripes

Boston mom blogger | motherhood, baby + kids, family travel, + home

Boston maternity photo

pregnancy · September 18, 2017

Motherhood Fears

As we head into the last week of this pregnancy, I’m SO excited but also nervous. There’s so much unknown, so much to figure out, and so here I am doing a little more personal of a post than normal.

pink maternity dress

Uncategorized · September 15, 2017

Recent Favorite Purchases

I thought I’d try something a little different today and share some recent favorites! I get really excited when I find a new product that I love, and normally I would try to remind myself to share it on Instagram…

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Ingrid & Isabel maternity wrap sweater, best maternity jeans

pregnancy, style · September 13, 2017

Transitioning Into Fall with A Cozy Wrap

One sure way to know that the fall season is definitely happening here in Boston? You’re wearing jeans and you don’t leave the house without grabbing an extra layer.

what to pack in your hospital bag with your first baby

pregnancy · September 11, 2017

What’s In My Hospital Bag + Hospital Bag Checklist

I’m notorious for overpacking – for example, going to the Cape for a weekend could mean I bring 3 bags. I’m just one of those people who doesn’t know what I’m going to want to wear until it’s that day!…

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baby bottles in nursery for night nurse to use

pregnancy · September 7, 2017

Preparing for Baby: Which Playtex Bottles Should You Choose

This  Playtex bottles post was sponsored by Collective Bias, Inc., Playtex Baby™ and Target. All opinions, as always, are my own! #ChoosePlaytexBaby #CollectiveBias This morning I was trying to think of a good comparison for getting ready for a new…

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ruffle sleeve statement top that fits maternity

pregnancy · September 6, 2017

38 Week Bumpdate: Last Bumpdate!

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ruffle sleeve statement top that fits maternity

style · August 30, 2017

Statement Sleeves

We’ve had a few days on the cooler side in Boston, so I’ve started transitioning my closet over to fall clothes a little sooner than I normally would. (Watch, we’ll have a heat wave in September!)

Neutral baby girl nursery

pregnancy · August 29, 2017

A Baby Shower in Boston

Kicking off this week with photos from one of my baby showers!

white shorts and blue stripes on Cape Cod, Chatham Bars Inn

pregnancy, style · August 23, 2017

Navy and White Stripes on the Cape

We spent the weekend on the Cape, and today I’m sharing photos from our Sunday afternoon in Chatham! (Yep, I always have a hair elastic on my wrist! Guilty!)

home · August 21, 2017

Small Bathroom Dog-Friendly DIY Update

When we bought our house, we said we could see ourselves living here for 3-5 years – a true starter home, complete with a few bedrooms and 2 small bathrooms. As the years went by, though, we didn’t feel the…

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best bags for back to school

Uncategorized · August 16, 2017

Best Bags for Back to School

Today I’m sharing with you the best bags for back to school. I was never really a backpack girl – I always preferred a good tote over a backpack!

33 weeks pregnant blogger bumpdate

home, pregnancy · August 7, 2017

33 Week Bumpdate + Nursery Sneak Peek

earrings // dress c/o Tiffany Rose Maternity Oh hello, big bump!

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About Alyssa


Hi, I’m Alyssa. Mom of three, wife, dog mom, blogger. Here I share tips and tricks on motherhood, focusing on baby gear reviews and the best stuff for kids, family travel, and home organization.

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