Amazon’s Best Selling Maternity Outfits with Buzzfeed

When I was 6 months pregnant I had the fun opportunity to be in a Buzzfeed video reviewing some of Amazon's best selling maternity clothes: leggings, two dresses, and jeans. Check out what we thought here: https://www.facebook.com/officialgoodful/videos/393546388136443?sfns=mo   The beauty of Amazon is how quickly you can get something (yay prime!) and how easy it…

What’s in my hospital bag (and lessons learned after my first pregnancy)

Looking back, I'm pretty proud of my original "What's in my hospital bag" post but I think I would rearrange priority on things and the quantity I would bring. Please keep in mind that the hospital WILL give you all the basics you truly need so if you want to simplify things, you will only…

St Patrick’s Day Treats + Activities for Toddlers + Kids

With a last name like O'Connell, we can't avoid getting a little into St. Patrick's Day around here. If you'd like to make the holiday extra special, I've rounded up a few activities and crafts you can do with your little one to get into the spirit! Make Lucky Charm Marshmallow Treats You may have…

Bumpdate – The First Two Trimesters

If you're here and reading this, you should know how much I appreciate you! It means you care about our little family and what I'm working to put out into the world (and it's scary to do) and I don't think I could eloquently put into words how much it means to have your support.…

Target Valentine’s Day Gift Guide for Toddlers

Becoming a mom has definitely sucked me into the Target blackhole and I'm not mad about it. Their marketing team gets 5 stars for knowing their target audience and giving the people what they want! Coming off of the holiday season I know some people can think it's a little much to do Valentine's day…

14 Valentine’s Day Themed Activities for Toddlers + Kids

With Carson's birthday right before Valentine's Day I've found I've become more invested in celebrating the holiday (Hallmark/candy holiday or not) and it makes it fun to celebrate in small ways leading up to the big one for us! I thought I'd share what I came up with for this year in the hopes that…

Amazon Mother’s Day Gift Ideas

With everything going on, it can be hard to remember what day it is let alone what the date is. It's crazy to think that Mother's Day is THIS weekend! It can be hard to find the perfect gift for mom (especially given the times) but I've pulled a few recommendations for every mom out…

Easter – Nursery Decor

I had so much fun decorating Carson's room for Easter!

Christmas – Nursery Decor

Are you the type of person that likes to put their tree up the day after Thanksgiving or wait until December? Normally I'm ready to go on Black Friday but I didn't have ANY of my Christmas decorations; we left 99% of them in Atlanta when we moved. So when it came time to getting…

Halloween – Nursery Decor

I LOVE Halloween, really the whole month of October is my favorite. I cheat a little bit and put out all my pumpkins and fall decor in September and add in all my spooky details October 1. We spend a lot of time playing in Carson’s room so I knew I had to add a…

31+ Halloween Must-Watch Movies

I don't know what it is about Halloween that makes me want to snuggle up and watch ALL the movies but I'm a sucker for them. From what I've seen on social media - I'm not the only one! I've compiled my favorite movies to watch during #spookyseason so you can watch one every night…