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Feathers and Stripes

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

26 weeks pregnant

motherhood, pregnancy · June 21, 2017

26 Week Bumpdate

I can’t believe it’s already been 6 weeks since my last bumpdate. The time is FLYING and in 2 weeks I’ll be in my third trimester. Like…what???

3 days in Orange County

USA Travel · June 20, 2017

City Guide: 3 Days in Orange County

Last week we flew out to LAX and drove a bit north to Camarillo to attend the wedding of one of my close friends from high school. Afterwards, T and I made our way south to Orange County for a…

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Zella leggings Nordstrom Anniversary Sale

motherhood, pregnancy · June 14, 2017

First Trimester Must-Haves: Everything You Need

The first trimester was kind of weird. I wasn’t really showing at first (which is normal), I didn’t have my first doctor’s appointment until week 8, and there were changes happening not only physically but mentally, too!

4 secrets to working full time and managing a blog, too

blogging · June 5, 2017

4 Secrets to Managing a Full-Time Job and a Blog

I was recently chatting with a colleague when she (not so nicely) asked me how I manage to work full-time and also blog.

working in a Capital One Cafe, Seaport Boston

personal · May 30, 2017

Allow me to reintroduce myself…

I’ve noticed that there are a lot of newbies visiting f+s lately (thank you, Google Analytics), so I wanted to re-introduce myself to all of you. (Photo from this post) While you can easily see the basics on my About…

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the first trimester: everything no one told me about being pregnant

motherhood, pregnancy · May 22, 2017

The First Trimester (Early Pregnancy)

There are so many books and articles that tell you how magical the first trimester is. And honestly, they’re all bullshit. baby booties Don’t get me wrong, the whole pregnancy experience is incredible, but early pregnancy (specifically the first trimester) … well,…

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20 week bumpdate | Maternity Clothes Essentials featured by top Boston life and style blog, Feathers and Stripes

pregnancy · May 15, 2017

20 Week Bumpdate + Gender Reveal

I can’t believe we’re already more than halfway through this pregnancy! I remember being 6 weeks pregnant and thinking “I’m going to be pregnant forever” about the 34 weeks ahead.

best casual fall outfit for comfort and style from lifestyle/travel blogger feathersandstripes.com

personal · May 1, 2017

What Makes You Happy?

There is no shortage of answers to this question: What makes you happy?

the first trimester - everything no one told me

motherhood, personal · April 25, 2017

A Big (Baby) Announcement!

We are so, so excited, and I’m thrilled to share that we are expecting a baby! I’m amazed at how much I thought I knew about being pregnant because of friends and family members having babies, and I knew literally…

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floral dress

fashion, style · April 18, 2017

5 Favorite Spring Trends

With all of the spring trends filling my shopping carts lately, I thought I’d share my favorites that I plan to wear well into the summer. dress / bag (similar here – 40% off!) / ring

working in a Capital One Cafe, Seaport Boston

life, personal · April 6, 2017

Spring Cleaning Money Habits

Sometimes I question why the new year starts in the winter, when there’s no marked change in the seasons (at least in New England!). This time of year is so motivating for cleaning out and creating new, healthy habits, with everything…

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Pottery Barn duvet and shams

home · March 27, 2017

Updated Bedding

If there’s one room in my house I love without fail, it’s our bedroom.

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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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