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Feathers and Stripes

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

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.

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, lifestyle, and organization · 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. I write tips and tricks on motherhood, focusing on baby gear reviews, the best toys for kids, family travel, and home organization.

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