Leather Jacket: All Saints (old, but omg, this option) | Camel Scarf | Denim: Topshop | Sneakers (I also got them in black) | Sunglasses: Celine
So much has changed since my last Nate update! Firstly, I cannot believe I’m already started to (mostly) plan his first birthday! So many people keep telling me “but he won’t remember a thing!” and I’m like “Um… this party is for US!” Of course I’m aware that he won’t remember a thing, but if there’s any reason to celebrate, it’s definitely getting through the first year of parenthood, am I right?!
So many highs, so many lows and so many reasons to get together with the people we love the most. Plus, pictures! I want great pictures for our (and his) future memory. I still kind of regret not doing some sort of newborn shoot, aside from the 9458490 photos I took with my iPhone.
One thing that sticks out in my head is everyone telling me “things get significantly easier after they turn a year.” Actually, one of the best pieces of advice I received was that it gets easier at three weeks, six weeks, three months, and six months. And from there, easier and easier, although I’m assuming this excludes toddlerhood(?!) For us, that has been so spot on. Right now at 10 months, I kind of feel like I’m hanging out with a friend rather than a fragile little baby. It’s crazy, but he actually gets me. He has started to mimick sounds I make or little things I do and I’ve had to remind both Keith and myself to curb the potty mouth. That part is harder than I thought! I also realized that I curse way more than I care to admit.
In the past six weeks, I’ve gone away for the first time since Nate was born. Twice! Once to go to LA for Keith’s awards and then this past weekend, I went on two night trip with Urban Decay. Prior to these trips, I’ve actually had to cancel and turn down so many opportunities because I just wasn’t ready to leave him. However, little by little, it’s gotten easier. I don’t think I’m ready for more than a few nights, but right now, I’m happy with just that.
Slowly, I feel like I’m getting closer and closer to a version of my old self. I’ve gotten better at trying to balance work/baby/personal life/fitness/etc… but, I have my good days and bad. I’ve learned to not put so much pressure on myself and to recognize that I’m doing a good job. Quite honestly, when I pictured my life with a baby five years ago, I envisioned nothing but a hot mess. I’m happy to report that while I have my hot mess days, overall, becoming a mother has balanced me out in the best possible way.
Now, enough on me! Time for Nate:
Eating: He’s eating most of the things we’re eating. He loves scrambled eggs, oatmeal with banana and cinnamon, pancakes, avocados, sweet potatoes, couscous, PB&J, butternut squash, chicken and lately I’ve been making him a baby version of my smoothies. Today he had a smoothie with banana, berries and baby spinach.
Sleeping: He’s still sleeping through the night and napping two times a day. He usually naps for one hour in the morning and 1-2 hours in the afternoon. You can check out my sleeping post here.
Saying: Mama, dada and hi.
Teeth: Six! Four on the top and two on the bottom.
Milestones: He’s fully crawling, pulling himself up an shifting himself from one place to another (while standing). I’m pretty sure he’s going to walk any day now, which I’m excited about and dreading at the same time.
In these photos, Nate is wearing:
Sweater: Nordstrom | Pants: GAP | Booties: Donsje |
The highchair is OXO
photos by Keith Hodne
46 comments
sasa
haha too cute:P
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March 6, 2017Diana
Oh these photos are so cute!!
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Glad things are going well. He so handsome!
March 6, 2017Magda
Nate is so adorable! 🙂
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March 6, 2017Liz - Shopping My Closet
What a cutie! Love his boots.
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March 6, 2017Rena
I’m in love with the super cute pictures and with your look, too!
March 6, 2017xx from Bavaria/Germany, Rena
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Natali
Little one, progressed so much!! You’re a wonderful mommy!
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March 6, 2017Aya
He is so beautiful and cute !! babies can be hard to raise but it’s the most amazing blessing that you can ever have !! take care 🙂 Xx
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March 6, 2017Mireia
Absolutely love it!
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Lorna
He’s coming on so nicely! He’s turning into a cheeky little boy now rather than a baby and he’s adorable 🙂 I’m glad you’re recognising you’re doing a good job now, I think so many mum’s find that hard as they want everything to go perfectly, but nothing in life ever does with anything. Your best, your love, and your time is what makes a great parent. You look great too, it’s nice to see your casual outfits. We have the same shoes too! xx.
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March 6, 2017Lorna
Just realised we have the same jacket too, ha ha. Is that the Balfern in Saharah Brown? I love mine!
March 6, 2017Ewa Macherowska
Such a cute post! Love it 🙂
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March 6, 2017La Bijoux Bella | by mia
Awww, such beautiful and heartwarming photos! 🙂
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March 6, 2017Sophie
Great casual look!
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brett
Love those tennies! And Nate is just the cutest little guy!
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Nicole
He is so adorable! I really like your weekend style. It is so casual and chic! Even though I don’t have kids, I really appreciate your updates and honesty that it isn’t always easy.
Nicole
March 6, 2017Nicole to the Nines
Alyssa
Omg how precious! I love your gold Nike sneakers! This whole outfit is so fab! xx
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March 6, 2017Rach
I love reading about Nate! He’s getting so big! Glad to hear things are getting easier and you are feeling more about yourself!
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March 6, 2017Nicole Sioui
This little guy is the result of the love between you and Keith. So what better reason to celebrate! ?
March 6, 2017Dana Mannarino
So precious!
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March 6, 2017Jo
He’s so handsome and always well dressed. Balance is so hard to find especially when your a Mom – remember what a wonderful man he will grow up to be with a strong loving Mom guiding him, on those days when your feeling guilty.
March 6, 2017Kristina
I love your sporty style in these photos and your blush Chanel bag is so beautiful!
March 7, 2017♡Kristina
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Jade
Super cute!!
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March 7, 2017Ashley W
Such a little cutie! Congrats on being the mom of an almost one-year old!
March 7, 2017Claire
What a cutie! Would love a post on Nate’s style and your faves for your little guy, such as comfortable shoes that stay on while he learns how to walk, etc.
March 7, 2017August
He is too cute! Love you nike’s <3
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Jalisa
I loved reading this post! I’ve been a reader of yours for some time now and I treasure and look forward to these posts even more now that I’m 6mths pregnant. I’m glad that from what you’ve experienced, it’s gone easier every 3mths. I actually disagree with the notion that they won’t remember when it comes to birthday parties, it’s not about that, it’s about celebrating your child’s life regardless. His first birthday shouldn’t be just like any other ordinary day, so good for you that you’re planing a party and will be taking lots of photos, he will cherish them and know he had parents who loved him and valued the idea of making memories for him to have forever to look back on, even if it’s just through photos 🙂 He’s getting so big and has the most beautiful features, so handsome! I also love your outfit, I think I need those sneakers in my life! Thanks for sharing and I hope you’re having a great day so far!
XO,
Jalisa
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Helena
Oh! congrats on your pregnancy!! How exciting!
March 10, 2017Carey king
Your little guy is so cute! My first little boy is turning 2 in May & my new little boy is almost 8 weeks- honestly I feel like my almost 2 year old is more challenging the the 8 week old.. the baby phase feels so easy the second time around and I’m loving getting to enjoy the two of them at such a cute age. Always love your updates:)
March 7, 2017Aria Di Bari
I just love this casual look! And Nate is the cutest!
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March 7, 2017Tereza
You are absolutely chic and Nate is adorable ? everytime I look at you both on pics, I think that’s the mom I wanna be! ? from Rio de Janeiro
March 7, 2017vera
So cute, I love this Nate update.. planning his 1st birthday sounds so fun!
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March 7, 2017Olivia
Love your outfit and that sweet boy!
xoxo
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Leannenay
Would love you to do a feature on spring coats…I live in the wet ,cold UK but need to change out of winter coat soon! Help xxx
March 8, 2017Adriana
He is just the cutest! I love waching your stories with him!
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March 8, 2017Mary C
Nate is so adorable! You are the most stylish mom. Enjoy the baby / toddler years. They are very precious. Love your blog.
March 8, 2017Alexandra
Oh my god, you so stylish and your kid so cute <3
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March 9, 2017Alexandra
Oh my God! You;re so stylish and you’re baby so cute <3
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March 9, 2017Samara
Weird question: what socks do you wear with these sneakers? I have the same ones in black and none of my “no show” socks are actually low enough around the ankle bone….
March 10, 2017Helena
Hi Samara,
I usually wear little peds. I have some pairs from H&M that are my favorite. They’re a little more sock than the link below, but so you get an idea…
March 10, 2017https://www.amazon.com/PEDS-Womens-Cushion-No-Show-Sport/dp/B00XMZ4IWG/ref=sr_1_2?ie=UTF8&qid=1489203862&sr=8-2&keywords=sock+peds
Marina
I don’t know why people are saying it will get easier after
March 10, 2017Marina
Getting easier? Ha ha..I wish!:) Now I know why they call them “terrible twos”?❤
March 10, 2017Helena
Toddlerhood – that’s what I’m afraid of!
March 10, 2017Rapunzel
Oh, he is absolutely stunning! Definitely making me want my own little one!
xx Rapunzel
March 12, 2017Miss Pippi
He is so cute. My due date is in less than two weeks and I am so excited. 🙂
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March 13, 2017Kamari Kids
He really is soooo adorable!
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