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Lalabu Soothe Shirt

If you follow me on Instagram you’ll know that I am pretty much in love with baby wearing. My first experience with it was with my Solly Baby Wrap, which is been such a great way to not only relax my baby, but to help free up my hands during the day at home. The wrap can be tricky at first to get used to putting on and putting a newborn in, but I think I have finally gotten the hang of it. Aside from my wrap, my new favorite way to wear Harper is in my Lalabu Soothe Shirt! The first time I wore it was actually when I took these photos, and I kid you not, she slept in it for a good two plus hours afterward. The shirt is not only perfect for nursing, the best part is the little pouch in the front that baby can slip right in and cozy up next to you. The Soothe Shirt is meant to be snug, which really helped me feel like Harper was secure in the shirt and I didn’t need to hold on to her while moving about. She is really long so the top part of the pouch didn’t quite fit on her head like it is meant to, which I guess it ok because if it did you guys wouldn’t be able to see her crazy hair! This girl came out with this hair and it just keeps getting longer… there is really no taming it at this point so we just go with the crazy spiked look! But enough about Harper’s wild hair… if you are looking for a new way to wear your baby, you definitely have to check out Lalabu!

Wearing:

Soothe Shirt c/o Lalabu
Forever 21 Kimono (on sale for under $20)
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A big thank you to Lalabu for sponsoring today’s post. I was given a Soothe Shirt to review however, as always, all opinions are my own.

Fourth of July Style with Pink Blush

How is it already July? I can’t believe this year is already half way over, but I am definitely looking forward to the 4th of July this weekend! Holidays seem like they will be so much more fun now having Harper to share them with… I can’t wait to see her in the little stars and stripes dress that her grandma bought for her to wear. I am totally planning on wearing this red maxi dress from Pink Blush on Saturday. Red is typically a color I stray away from, but for some reason I was really drawn to this dress while looking around on Pink Blush. As with the black maxi dress and navy crochet back maxi dress I shared, this red one is also very post-baby friendly and is perfect while nursing. Are you sick of seeing maxi dresses yet? I promise I will try to take a break from maxi dresses for awhile. Dressing a post-baby body has been more challenging than I thought it would be, especially when it’s so hot outside, so maxi dresses are the perfect solution. To all you mamas out there, I would love your ideas and tips on dressing your post-baby bod… what are/were some of your go-to items?
Wearing:
Crochet Back Nursing Maxi Dress c/o Pink Blush Maternity
Mini Me Necklace c/o Lola James Jewelry
Kendra Scott Necklace via Rocksbox (use code LINDSAYXOXO1 for your first month free)
House of Harlow Bracelet via Rocksbox
Loren Hope Sarra Cuff
Dune London Embellished Sandals
Gigi NY Clutch
Amazon Fashion Sunglasses (under $10!)
Linking Up With: Thursday Favorites, Thursday Fashion Files, Style To Inspire

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Easy Breezy Crochet Maxi Dress

I have to say that this maxi dress may be my new favorite thing to wear! Like I mentioned in Monday’s post I pretty much live in maxi dresses right now, and this one from Pink Blush Maternity is so perfect for summer! I absolutely love the crochet back, and really don’t feel like I need to accessorize it much to let the detail of the dress stand out on it own. This works out perfectly because lots of accessories, 100 degree heat, and a 5 week old baby don’t really mix right now for me. I did receive my latest Rocksbox and am totally planning on using my Shine Spend on this Kendra Scott necklace! If you haven’t had a chance to try out Rocksbox yet, you can use the code LINDSAYXOXO1 to get your first month of unlimited boxes absolutely free. If you love it as much as I do, it will only cost you $19 a month after your first month, which includes $10 toward any of the jewelry you love enough to keep! I hope you all have a fabulous weekend!
Wearing:
Crochet Maxi Dress (navy no longer available, same dress in red here) c/o Pink Blush
Target Fedora Hat (under $17!)
Kendra Scott Necklace via Rocksbox
Perry Street Earrings via Rocksbox
Amazon Fashion Sunglasses
Kenneth Cole Sandals (old)
Linking Up With: Confident Twosday

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Boho Chic

I hope you all had a wonderful Father’s Day weekend! It was so much fun being able to celebrate my husband’s first Father’s Day yesterday with family. Since having a baby anytime I actually get dressed (because let’s be honest I am in yoga pants 90% off the time), my go-to pieces are currently maxi dresses and kimonos. It’s always a bonus when I can throw on a maxi dress that is nursing friendly, so I am in love with this simple black maxi from Pink Blush. This dress is perfect as a maternity dress, and is a great transition piece. Pink Blush Maternity was definitely one of my favorite shops while pregnant, and that certainly has not changed post-baby. If you are regular blog follower, please be prepared to see lots of maxi dresses in future posts! Since maxi dresses are a staple in my wardrobe, it was fun to try out a new trend that I honestly did not see myself pulling off – the turban headband. The lovely Jennifer of Wuthering Iris was kind enough to send me this adorable mint turban as part of a mommy and me set – I about died when I opened the package. The fact that Harper and I both matching headbands is so exciting to me… I can’t wait to wear them together as she grows into it a little more! I would definitely urge you to check out Jennifer’s Etsy shop. This week only she is offering all Middle of Somewhere readers 20% off your order with the code MIDDLEOFSOMEWHERE. Happy shopping!
Wearing:
Pink Blush Maternity Nursing Maxi Dress c/o Pink Blush
Target Pom Pom Kimono
Celtic Knot Headband/Turban c/o Wuthering Iris 
Dune London Embellished Sandals
Baublebar Acrylic Block Monogram Necklace
Amazon Fashion Sunglasses
Linking Up With: Style To Inspire, Confident Twosday, Trend Spin

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Going Green

So here we are… first post-partum outfit post. I’m not going to lie, I was super intimated to get back into taking outfit posts for all of the world to see only 3 weeks after having a baby. Despite how good I already feel (it’s amazing what our bodies can do!), the outside doesn’t always match the inside. I also never imagined how difficult it would be to get dressed every day. I had so much fun getting dressed while I was pregnant, and it’s amazing how awkward things tend to fit post-baby. I am so thankful for practical and beautiful pieces like this emerald knot maxi dress. I was able to wear it while I was pregnant and it is so perfect now as a nursing dress. It can be dressed down for day or dressed up for a night out… not that I know what that looks like or will be doing that any time soon! Since the dress is such a stand out piece on it’s own, I love pairing it with simple accessories, such as this adorable pineapple necklace from Swell Caroline. Pineapples are totally in right now, and I love to incorporate the trend without being over the top. I am finding my ability to wear jewelry limited these days with a baby, so it’s nice to dress things up a bit from time to time #momlife.
Wearing:
Emerald Knot Maxi Dress c/o Bumpstyle Box
Target Embellished Sandals
Cutout Pineapple Necklace c/o Swell Caroline
Gigi NY Carly Convertible Clutch
Free People Sunglasses
Linking Up With: Style Me Wednesday, Thursday Fashion Files, Thursday Favorites



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Harper’s Nursery Tour

Well it has only taken me about a month to get pictures of Harper’s nursery up… it’s crazy how fast time goes with a newborn! I actually took these photos on my due date (May 21st) while I was waiting around for this little miss to arrive. Little did I know that the next morning she would be ready to join us! I am so happy with how her nursery turned out. When I found out I was having a girl there were some must-haves on my wishlist for her room, and thanks to my husband, we were able to make it look exactly how I envisioned it. Let’s just hope she loves this room as much as we do as she gets older! Not only do I love the look of Harper’s room, there are a few things in there that I honestly could not live without and have made the last month a lot smoother. I love my Simmons nursing positioner and it has definitely made nursing so much easier, especially because that has by far been the most challenging part of being a new mama so far. It contours perfectly to me, and as much as I love my Boppy, the nursing positioner holds its shape much better. This pillow and our comfy glider chair are my current BFFs. 
Studio Mucci Tassel Garland
Simmons Beauty Sleep Nursing Positioner c/o, ‘H’ Throw Pillow
The Land of Nod Camel Plush, 4moms Mamaroo, UO Chevron Rug
Urban Walls Polka Dot Decals, Delta Manhattan Crib
I tried to link as many items as possible, but if you have questions about anything specific that I haven’t linked feel free to ask in the comments below or send me an email middleofsomewhereblog@gmail.com.
*Disclaimer: Harper is not actually sleeping in her nursery or crib just yet and probably will not for another few months. For safety purposes, once she does, the stuffed animals and decorations around her crib will be removed to ensure proper sleeping conditions.