tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-23390971164623987252024-03-19T20:29:39.205+11:00GracefullyVintageKaylahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05111886005262624593noreply@blogger.comBlogger554125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2339097116462398725.post-89772139670514100342022-07-30T22:15:00.001+10:002022-07-30T22:15:29.511+10:00A Pop of Colour<p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhMagtVa8VG2oZc3que8RK8jUStBcHDitL7kvL2KxNuXh-X7J0165bb9kT0-ieuHfEMpS6EQWXYTfn91aG2166lrZS6ItpeGZOsh67wH-NPLPXi8cR54XjTDVVowwQJqknm5Gc4dVLYg6FaB8rm6OOk0kXv1osfpU1x0-zclKvVfdclBFRU5xCk3Fw5qQ/s6000/eandfgracefullyvintage1.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="6000" data-original-width="4000" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhMagtVa8VG2oZc3que8RK8jUStBcHDitL7kvL2KxNuXh-X7J0165bb9kT0-ieuHfEMpS6EQWXYTfn91aG2166lrZS6ItpeGZOsh67wH-NPLPXi8cR54XjTDVVowwQJqknm5Gc4dVLYg6FaB8rm6OOk0kXv1osfpU1x0-zclKvVfdclBFRU5xCk3Fw5qQ/s16000/eandfgracefullyvintage1.jpg" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; 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text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjnnlaY_iMOavxsC48H6R3muuPY7INDv-hWh2khMslyeTcsGdYBl6yNgEWbS1lmKFTN2-7H2vxZ_-h-FeZmlIIS6hl1O8Ksm6dTHhF8XZIdAegZMVYk70DOK8g--eHLAtN9Erslhg2_kXcskdE5sgge0L2eEkDmaFGp1eUZzEz0kfNx0jpJ28H_2wTTCQ/s6000/eandfgracefullyvintage11.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="6000" data-original-width="4000" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjnnlaY_iMOavxsC48H6R3muuPY7INDv-hWh2khMslyeTcsGdYBl6yNgEWbS1lmKFTN2-7H2vxZ_-h-FeZmlIIS6hl1O8Ksm6dTHhF8XZIdAegZMVYk70DOK8g--eHLAtN9Erslhg2_kXcskdE5sgge0L2eEkDmaFGp1eUZzEz0kfNx0jpJ28H_2wTTCQ/s16000/eandfgracefullyvintage11.jpg" /></a></div><br /><div><br /></div><br /><p style="text-align: center;"><i>Abigail Dolly Mixture Check Dress - c/o <a href="https://emilyandfin.co.uk/collections/new-in/products/abigail-dolly-mixture-check-dress">Emily and Fin</a></i></p><p style="text-align: center;"><i>Shoes - c/o Charlie Stone Shoes (a few years ago)</i></p><p style="text-align: center;"><i>Jumper - Old ( I think I've had it for five years)</i></p><p style="text-align: center;"><i><br /></i></p><p style="text-align: left;">Another dress from one of my all time favourite brands, Emily and Fin. Checks make me think of winter even though this dress is nice and lightweight for the warmer weather. I have been layering it with chunky knitwear and the winter sun has been so lovely lately anyway (I also find my body runs pretty hot and I get so warm chasing my toddler around that being to snug is not ideal for me these days). </p><p style="text-align: left;"><br /></p><p style="text-align: left;">I'm wearing size 10 again which is another perfect fit for my frame, I love the fit on the middle of the bodice and the slightly lower back. The colourful check print is what really caught my attention as it is such a nice combination of colours when I've really only had red/black or white/black check prints in the past. I always love a bit of colour in my wardrobe and these colours make me feel happy.</p><p style="text-align: left;"><br /></p><p style="text-align: left;">My daughter loves to watch me twirl around for the 5 mins or so (sometimes less) I have to take the occasional blog photos these days, she then likes to copy me and twirls around... It is soooo cute. I can't get over just how cute she is, she is full of personality now and I love it. </p><p style="text-align: left;"><br /></p><p style="text-align: left;">This is another great dress I see myself wearing plenty of times over the years like lots of my previous Emily and Fin dresses, it's just so easy to pop on and rush out of the door. Believe me, I don't have much time to choose an outfit these days so having pieces like this makes my decisions a little easier and I can look cute when I need to get out of my trackies or house clothes to go to the park or pop into the shops.</p><p style="text-align: left;"><br /></p><p style="text-align: center;">Kayla xo</p>Kaylahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05111886005262624593noreply@blogger.com9tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2339097116462398725.post-41643876569869101282022-06-17T22:31:00.000+10:002022-06-17T22:31:06.698+10:00Winter at the Beach<p><br /></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhq6BjI_rCnrdrqDz2k5e5cnzE5lTIuKPK8IDZldsDOL2s4EHTWiHdzHTg0Csal0_9gv8Kr1uetUNx5G2_3uBIPAOzQzsn3m4Ob_HQAtNjkEdvViaKDPr5fmVmNaTZikPCEYpEDXlIXHMPQSnDu3L94PheKUaW0qPcgXJaO4lNRv0Gy_b4XGLzw9b7gdA/s6000/emilyandfingracefullyvintagepalm1.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="6000" data-original-width="4000" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhq6BjI_rCnrdrqDz2k5e5cnzE5lTIuKPK8IDZldsDOL2s4EHTWiHdzHTg0Csal0_9gv8Kr1uetUNx5G2_3uBIPAOzQzsn3m4Ob_HQAtNjkEdvViaKDPr5fmVmNaTZikPCEYpEDXlIXHMPQSnDu3L94PheKUaW0qPcgXJaO4lNRv0Gy_b4XGLzw9b7gdA/s16000/emilyandfingracefullyvintagepalm1.jpg" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; 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text-align: center;"><i>Hat - Ghanda </i></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><i>Sandals - Porronet</i></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Long time no blog, I've been trying to get active on my blog again but life is busy with my 18 month old toddler and priorities change. Though I always did love having my own little corner on the internet to babble on about clothes for years and then pregnancy and life as a new mum. </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Emily and Fin has always been one of my favourite clothing brands, the quality is always outstanding and the prints are always so cute. I love that they have a retro vibe but without it being too much of a retro/vintage style if that makes sense. I find their styles just really easy to wear, I featured a couple of their dresses on my <a href="https://www.instagram.com/gracefullyvintage/">instagram</a> earlier this year but did not get a chance to put them on my blog. </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">This particular dress style has always been a favourite, back in 2016 when I collaborated with Emily and Fin I wore this same style (<a href="http://www.gracefullyvintage.com.au/2016/04/synchronised-swimmers.html">see post here</a>) I wore this dress to death over a few summers to the point that the colours faded from all of the time in the sun, trips to the beach and just laying around the house in it. That is a good sign of a well worn and loved dress and how I'm trying to approch my wardrobe more these days, especially as a busy mum. I want clothes to last, be practical, make me feel good and last a good amount of time. </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><p>I love this palm tree print for the cooler tones, this print reflects my style a little more these days and I've always loved the silhouette of this dress and the shape it creates, such a perfect fifties style with a modern look. The buttons are cute and functional, which is a great bonus for breastfeeding too and it has huge deep pockets like most of their designs. Pockets these days carry my phone, bibs, snacks for Maddy and many random things. And lastly the cotton is soft and breathable and I find that the dress doesn't wrinkle easily, I didn't even have to iron it when it arrived (yay because I have no time for that lol).</p><p><br /></p><p>I used to wear size 8 in their brand but now wear size 10 which I have found to be the perfect fit amongst the 4 dresses I have tried this year. </p><p><br /></p><p>These photos were a less than 5 minute situation, I set Maddy up with a coconut yoghurt mix I made her before rushing out of the house and she happily watched me for a short period of time for giving me hugs and running around resulting in me chasing her. I love this fast paced life with my beautiful girl, it can be full on but is everything I ever wanted. I really find myself finding my style again, it can be very confusing and hard to work out what you want to wear after having a baby but it feels good to find this part of myself a little more lately as clothes and style has always been a major part of my life. </p><p><br /></p><p style="text-align: center;">Gracefullyvintage xo</p><p style="text-align: center;"><br /></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhdJxfV0B1K154i83_xcFBbsn5KDhim69XuxVhKzz3X4VwKhPmq0idLgodfTMFCpYY-yoRkHS3kXWuysevYvTKLjU3F6ObB4O_13kd0FlmesgSjHawdbANCKcrAmfJGJOfcjZHsfdi8JFuyGKY1TztuhhK8jyp-aAdgKUlAPp_5P7WodVNal62Ko5IsoA/s6000/emilyandfingracefullyvintagepalm13.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="4000" data-original-width="6000" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhdJxfV0B1K154i83_xcFBbsn5KDhim69XuxVhKzz3X4VwKhPmq0idLgodfTMFCpYY-yoRkHS3kXWuysevYvTKLjU3F6ObB4O_13kd0FlmesgSjHawdbANCKcrAmfJGJOfcjZHsfdi8JFuyGKY1TztuhhK8jyp-aAdgKUlAPp_5P7WodVNal62Ko5IsoA/s16000/emilyandfingracefullyvintagepalm13.jpg" /></a></div><br /><p style="text-align: center;"><br /></p><p></p>Kaylahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05111886005262624593noreply@blogger.com8tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2339097116462398725.post-14174579068694065122021-07-09T21:16:00.004+10:002021-07-09T23:38:23.815+10:007 Months Post Partum<p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; 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My baby is worth every second of my time and I love being there for her no matter how tired I am, making her feel happy, loved and comfortable is the most rewarding feeling in the world for me.</div><div><br /></div><div>These photos are not to be compared or to compare to my body pre and post pregnancy but it has become a fun creative photo series for me which I'll eventually add one more addition to. </div><div><br /></div><div>Here I am at 7 months post partum with my beautiful baby. Maddy is a clingy baby (which I would expect when they have spent more time inside the womb than out. Although it can be tiring at times being attached to your baby everyday it is beautiful as well, she will not always be this small and want to cuddle me like this forever so I soak it in each day because for me personally I just feel so honoured to be her mummy. I love the way that Max and I have become an even stronger couple as we take on parenthood together and navigate through each day as a team with our baby keeping us grounded as a family unit. Some days it can be challenging when we are both exhausted, we can get frustrated with each other but we always remember what's important, each other. </div><div><br /></div><div>In saying that I haven't had a lot of time to work out like I thought I would before Maddy was born, not to "bounce back" to what I was before pregnancy (and I didn't expect to) but just to work on my muscle tone and figure to feel good for me. I get out for a walk nearly everyday and I am basically weight training (carrying an almost 9kg baby and the weight keeps growing haha). I have my days where I don't feel super positive about my body especially when I see photos before I was pregnant but then a majority of the time I remind myself that I grew a human, pushed her out and now live life with her. I'm in no rush to be a certain way, I am healthy and recovered from pregnancy, birth and pretty traumatic post partum experience. I have definitely grown physically and mentally. </div><div><br /></div><div>We are now over 7 months into breastfeeding and this is another reason to not put pressure on myself, I need to eat to fuel my body in order to feed Maddy. I already had a huge appetite before pregnancy and breastfeeding but it's next level now and it is so important. I have never been one for diets and restricting what I eat so I wouldn't want to change now. As always I eat what I like and everything in moderation and fuel myself with nutrient dense foods. Before we even tried to get pregnant I dreamed of breastfeeding my future child. I had my challenges for the first 5 weeks breastfeeding on top of my post partum recovery but I am so proud of us and love it so much. Very thankful that did work for us.</div><div><br /></div><div>I do miss wearing a portion of my wardrobe and my wardrobe is all breastfeeding friendly but honestly I'm surprised that I'm not missing it that much because I'm so distracted and obsessed with Maddy. I have just mixed my wardrobe up a bit and with the pandemic/lockdowns I'm not wearing anything fancy anyway for a good portion of the week.</div><div><br /></div><div>This post doesn't have a specific direction to it rather just sharing some thoughts on motherhood and my post partum journey. I guess my biggest point is that I try not put too much pressure on myself no matter where I'm at and just soak up the love with Maddy. Oh and it felt nice to write in this space again!</div><div><br /></div><div>To read my 20 weeks pregnancy post <a href="http://www.gracefullyvintage.com.au/2020/07/20-weeks.html">click here</a> and my 36 week post <a href="http://www.gracefullyvintage.com.au/2020/10/36-weeks.html">click here</a>.</div><div><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;">Kayla xo</div><div><br /></div>Kaylahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05111886005262624593noreply@blogger.com10tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2339097116462398725.post-27231879623332548662021-06-15T22:19:00.000+10:002021-06-15T22:19:17.733+10:00Gumnut Baby in Kip & Co x May Gibbs <p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgRE2TLLeXMVMk48Ox0kFaacPeVEaG6xVB2dCLLGI8zkCtc7zg49SlGFrNwvSfyd63ITUwCUqkipy_tdN-j8Y-aMQql2pd5znpgxHLcWpqA9-TD8s08a7RlcnzE_MIXOqlySKHD37JeeuX3/s2048/Kipandcomaygibbsgracefullyvintage15.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="1365" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgRE2TLLeXMVMk48Ox0kFaacPeVEaG6xVB2dCLLGI8zkCtc7zg49SlGFrNwvSfyd63ITUwCUqkipy_tdN-j8Y-aMQql2pd5znpgxHLcWpqA9-TD8s08a7RlcnzE_MIXOqlySKHD37JeeuX3/s16000/Kipandcomaygibbsgracefullyvintage15.jpg" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; 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text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">Thanks <a href="https://www.instagram.com/adelefelettopublicity_/">Adele Publicity</a> for organising this collab for us!</div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">May Gibbs has always been a favourite of mine since forever and it's probably the once licensed brand that Maddison wears. I was super excited when I first saw pieces for this range, before I was even asked if I'd like to collaborate. I've never tried Kip & Co products but always like the look of them. </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">We were sent a romper and jumper to match each other and a playmat (which I will have more photos off in another blog post asap). I'm afraid that I went a bit wild with these photos and had too many favourites haha!</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">First impressions when I opened the box of goodies was excitement and I was amazed with the quality. The romper is the same type of fabric as the adult sweater which is warm, cute and feels a bit sporty. I am obsessed with the gumnut design and I love the light pink with white. </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">The romper also has a contrast of rib fabric on the collar, snaps, sleeve cuffs and a patch of the bum.... I mean come on, how cute is that?! Maddy is 6 months old and is quite tall with plenty of cute chunkiness. I went with size 0 and it is a great fit, if I went a size down it would have been too tight. She still has room to grown into it but it sits just right. </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">My gorgeous sweater is a size small, I love the comfortable fit, I have paired it with jeans here but when I'm in a even more casual look on one of those busy days (who am I kidding, everyday is busy with a bub) I would also pair it with trackies or these cute beige flared pants I have. Maybe I'll snap some photos in those next time. </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">It has been a long time since I have done a collab and an actual blog post like this, it's a lot more tiring with a baby and really depends if she's in the mood for some snaps but I will forever cherish these sweet photos of us together. I always wanted a matching look together and this is such a cute winter look and an actual realistic once, especially in winter. </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Maddy is super active and already crawling at 6 months (she started commando crawling around 5ish months) and this is a practical yet cute outfit for both of us haha! I am tempted to order her a few more things from this Kip & Co range!</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">6+ months with Maddison and she is seriously amazing, Max and I burst with love for her everyday. When she goes to sleep we show each other photos and videos of her from the day because we miss her when she goes to bed. </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><i>Kayla xo</i></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><br /> <p></p>Kaylahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05111886005262624593noreply@blogger.com19tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2339097116462398725.post-37056058498824215232021-04-25T22:01:00.004+10:002021-04-26T09:05:12.142+10:00The Birth of our Daughter<p> </p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg4ZCWGyOkWzqljj5QR6B4apOokD897r9dSDpsHU6G0QdE7cWl98-epzru2WzlwuB30aehbNIgE_Oaia7HEPifKmjQR89XBwQB9fgMBq1Hn_WHAqCjY0MdPNjj1k1j-r7zR4kld1BtCWEoK/s2048/gracefullyvintagebirth1.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="1365" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg4ZCWGyOkWzqljj5QR6B4apOokD897r9dSDpsHU6G0QdE7cWl98-epzru2WzlwuB30aehbNIgE_Oaia7HEPifKmjQR89XBwQB9fgMBq1Hn_WHAqCjY0MdPNjj1k1j-r7zR4kld1BtCWEoK/s16000/gracefullyvintagebirth1.jpg" /></a></div><br /><p></p><p>On the 2nd of December 2020 our daughter entered the world in full force. I'm not sure if it is for some but labour is not glamorous, it truly is labour but very rewarding. The way the body grows, carries and births a baby is an amazing and beautiful thing.</p><p><br /></p><p>Our baby went almost two weeks past the due date and I was almost 42 weeks pregnant. By the end I was very tired but still felt reasonably good. I was booked for induction by one of my midwives when I was 39 or 40 weeks pregnant. I really hoped it would all occur naturally but little miss had no intention of leaving. </p><p><br /></p><p>I didn't have a lot of knowledge of being induced into labour as I had my mind set on it just happening but it wasn't as daunting as I made it out to be. I wasn't as nervous as I thought I could have been going into it and the induction process wasn't too bad or uncomfortable.</p><p><br /></p><p>I arrived with Max and my mum at the hospital at 3pm on the 1st of December, we got settled into our room, had some dinner and waited for the midwives to start the induction process. </p><p><br /></p><p>My terminology won't all be correct so please forgive me but it will give you an idea of what occurred. </p><p><br /></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiCeAjt372Hqp5AYWtRZ0MAOy-bqA5tOUVlC5e8Vd6aRo4v3UaiC_yNA8Wi_8LcIgqmrZqrDqwszKIPrOvBl4ENNr3yEh05x1AqlLdF5yxbqLjbp58YypiFaTBPMNGyG1dIpNe7_4LOdkra/s2048/gracefullyvintagebirth3.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1365" data-original-width="2048" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiCeAjt372Hqp5AYWtRZ0MAOy-bqA5tOUVlC5e8Vd6aRo4v3UaiC_yNA8Wi_8LcIgqmrZqrDqwszKIPrOvBl4ENNr3yEh05x1AqlLdF5yxbqLjbp58YypiFaTBPMNGyG1dIpNe7_4LOdkra/s16000/gracefullyvintagebirth3.jpg" /></a></div><br /><p><br /></p><p><br /></p><p>6pm: I had the gel inserted. It wasn't painful or too uncomfortable just a weird feeling knowing the process is starting. If the first dose of gel doesn't start to work then a further application would be required around 1am.</p><p><br /></p><p>7pm: I started to feel period like pain, I felt positive that it felt like something was happening straight away. This period like pain continued all evening. </p><p><br /></p><p>8pm: Mum went home to get rest, she would be back when it all starts to happen. Still feeling period like pains and feeling positive. I told Max to relax and sleep if he could, I needed his strength for when labour starts. He did as best he could and got broken sleep during the night on a hard squeaky bed. </p><p><br /></p><p>12am: The period pains turned into tightenings which then were contractions. I tried to sleep but it just wasn't going to happen. </p><p><br /></p><p>1am: One of the midwives came in to check my progress, blood pressure, heart rate etc (which they were doing regularly through the night). She was happy with how I was progressing and told me that I wouldn't need another dose of gel. I was feeling really happy and positive that it was working and things were continuing to progress.</p><p><br /></p><p>1am-6am: Every 5 minutes and then eventually 3 minutes I felt a contraction and I would breathe my way through it laying in the hospital bed. Eventually I couldn't lay down and paced the room, sometimes leaning on the end of the bed or squatting down. I would concentrate on my breathing and try to focus on one thing in the room until a contraction ended. </p><p><br /></p><p>6.15am: A midwife walked Max and I down to labour and delivery. I was feeling slightly nervous and still working through my contractions. These although felt a bit intense were nothing compared to being in active labour. </p><p><br /></p><p>6.30am: My waters didn't break so the midwife attempted to break them but had difficulty doing so, she attempted three times and this was sooo uncomfortable, probably one of the worst parts of my experience. She later got a doctor to break them and he got it first go. The gush of the waters breaking felt so weird. The midwife gave me the gas and the dose was way to high after one try, I did not like it at all. They also started the oxytocin drip.</p><p><br /></p><p>7am: Mum came back to the hospital after getting a good nights sleep at her home and I was so relieved to see her. I had Max and my mum there and was ready to deliver this baby. There was a shift swap of midwives, she introduced herself and I felt like we really clicked. </p><p><br /></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEguS8A8DkkhaHrj-Giq0I53CDUva8vCT-rK5bWnd6jg0saU65AEpL4s9TPPP7gM9tq9RySt1XCVvRIah96SN9KFDOBGYT3XljWXaamNikdZ4HItep9lHEq2uj2p889REh9EaieAU8N4rgWe/s2048/gracefullyvintagebirth4.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1365" data-original-width="2048" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEguS8A8DkkhaHrj-Giq0I53CDUva8vCT-rK5bWnd6jg0saU65AEpL4s9TPPP7gM9tq9RySt1XCVvRIah96SN9KFDOBGYT3XljWXaamNikdZ4HItep9lHEq2uj2p889REh9EaieAU8N4rgWe/s16000/gracefullyvintagebirth4.jpg" /></a></div><p><br /></p><p>7.30am the contractions continued to get more and more intense. My body felt so hot even in a freezing cold labour room. I said to Max and mum "get this nighty off me" and then they asked if I wanted flannels. Throughout my whole labour they were refreshing the flannels and cooling me down, it really helped!</p><p><br /></p><p>8-8.30am: I think at this point I asked to go in the shower, the midwife adjusted what needed to be disconnected and I walked into the bathroom with my drip. Max and mum took turns to hose me down in the shower, I stood for a bit and then at one stage needed to sit down because the contractions felt really intense at this point. I said to Max and mum I feel a lot of pressure like I need to push, my midwife said "Do not push until you are back on the bed" she needed to check how dilated I was. It was such a heavy feeling in my pelvis, unlike anything I had felt yet. I toweled down with some help from Max and I walked back slowly to the bed. </p><p><br /></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgvsrWCa8GDnR4e6PsEdGY2HD5ci3atCLN3EAJ6dv0zudUToauGJPEgMRnJnGX3Tn1xDKZxbEq3djmnZaiKjUHD88l3X7AoFmNLnf6buBhdGUVL9wXGka47M0SYKARoecXe0GitMS1QxkHf/s2048/gracefullyvintagebirth2.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1365" data-original-width="2048" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgvsrWCa8GDnR4e6PsEdGY2HD5ci3atCLN3EAJ6dv0zudUToauGJPEgMRnJnGX3Tn1xDKZxbEq3djmnZaiKjUHD88l3X7AoFmNLnf6buBhdGUVL9wXGka47M0SYKARoecXe0GitMS1QxkHf/s16000/gracefullyvintagebirth2.jpg" /></a></div><p><br /></p><p>9-9.30am: The contractions got more and more intense and I kept asking if Max and mum were okay, they said we are the ones who should be asking that haha!! But I imagine it's pretty full on watching someone you love go through labour. I think at around this point I said to Max "I think I might need some type of pain relief" and "I can't do this" and then the midwife said "Yes you can, it's time to push" and I just looked at her so confused and said "What?! Really??" I did not expect to dilate so quickly so it was quite a shock to me that we were so close to meeting our baby. That slight bit of doubt and weakness I felt went straight out the window and I was so ready to meet her. </p><p><br /></p><p>And so here I was preparing my mind and body for the final stage of labour. Pushing was full of concentration and strength. Pushing certain muscles, working with the contractions, holding my breath at times and using primal breaths/noises to assist with the process. Pushing and the whole labour experience is a real test of physical and mental strength, having the two work together was so important for me. Max was an amazing coach through it all, he really knew how to keep me strong and would remind me that we were going to meet our daughter very soon.</p><p><br /></p><p>I was pushing for about 50 minutes and then her heart rate was dropping a little bit, suddenly the room was full with more midwives and a couple of doctors. It was a little overwhelming and I was starting to feel more and more tired at this point to. </p><p><br /></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhYtUhEqwnQ2Ua4oa106G5sHfuQUCrV1Sil_suLppoCKkUJtutKvNVWza_TvXQnEtib_vDcwPdNzCHIggF5DcrwEVQLaaef3jw19yAugoyTG18jDt4lTO-iRlMq1lAAlLhKr5tPCMHtlaPt/s2048/gracefullyvintagebirth13.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1365" data-original-width="2048" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhYtUhEqwnQ2Ua4oa106G5sHfuQUCrV1Sil_suLppoCKkUJtutKvNVWza_TvXQnEtib_vDcwPdNzCHIggF5DcrwEVQLaaef3jw19yAugoyTG18jDt4lTO-iRlMq1lAAlLhKr5tPCMHtlaPt/s16000/gracefullyvintagebirth13.jpg" /></a></div><br /><p><br /></p><p>My mum works in this hospital and knows things get more serious when a hospital room fills up suddenly. In this moment she started to feel overwhelmed and like fainting, she saw some blood loss on the bed and it was scary seeing her daughter go through this. She took a seat and a moment to compose herself and then came back a bit later, camera in hand to capture some photos and watch the end of the birth. </p><p><br /></p><p>The doctors had to intervene to help our baby out, they used the vaccum and on attempt two she was almost ready to exit. I had an episiotomy too as it was advised, the doctors injected something to numb the area before they did it. </p><p>Once her head and shoulders were pushed out I was asked if I wanted to pull her out. Max was balling his eyes out as he watched these final stages of labour. I had no idea that would have been a possibility. I hadn't been on any pain relief for the birth so I guess that is why but wow I was very excited to do it. I reached forward and put my hands under her shoulders and pulled her to my chest. WOW what an experience and so primal, I felt like a superwoman pulling her towards me and so excited after months of feeling her from the inside. Max was sobbing and smiling at the same time that she was here. It was such an amazing moment. She soon started to cry and I think I was just in shock that she was here so quickly and early in the day. </p><p><br /></p><p style="text-align: center;">Maddison was born on the 2nd of December at 10.39am. </p><p style="text-align: center;"><br /></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiXd_riWX7r1AEIIk7DbGvOxK2QvUN_qOU0W_SHVXL1U4wbC3BYJ28QWP_UuZPKsWxfQs7ghPqHV1AbHuioYXKSmshf0opbPNMc7_pAoFB8tNmBE7zdMjxrnbEeufrVI6Efq-a5DcrTsBcm/s2048/gracefullyvintagebirth6.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1365" data-original-width="2048" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiXd_riWX7r1AEIIk7DbGvOxK2QvUN_qOU0W_SHVXL1U4wbC3BYJ28QWP_UuZPKsWxfQs7ghPqHV1AbHuioYXKSmshf0opbPNMc7_pAoFB8tNmBE7zdMjxrnbEeufrVI6Efq-a5DcrTsBcm/s16000/gracefullyvintagebirth6.jpg" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjpdreblgH03d3wm9GRy2AEZu-xJKZM3af777XNFEdbNGO7zw3P8SOrLabsAdnk1h3raMs43xXf41p146uZRSXz8M0XIy9TT3nM0LdUlCLOK451HOYGblsHWbc308M8Fq_rt0f9DgMpdkI9/s2048/gracefullyvintagebirth5.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="1365" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjpdreblgH03d3wm9GRy2AEZu-xJKZM3af777XNFEdbNGO7zw3P8SOrLabsAdnk1h3raMs43xXf41p146uZRSXz8M0XIy9TT3nM0LdUlCLOK451HOYGblsHWbc308M8Fq_rt0f9DgMpdkI9/s16000/gracefullyvintagebirth5.jpg" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjNv8k511TZgqi6dvMxXh5zUCVv-yOlXjwd5YEVbTkhZJ19QHxqZhxiHhwqa5wEHWQ0wqV7kUzCTAklOhngLKYtgFl8Z9SH2gIIX62N80u6aHDsoDr5JFsV-ueqgx9K2HaaEvx_k-SoISKP/s2048/gracefullyvintagebirth7.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1365" data-original-width="2048" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjNv8k511TZgqi6dvMxXh5zUCVv-yOlXjwd5YEVbTkhZJ19QHxqZhxiHhwqa5wEHWQ0wqV7kUzCTAklOhngLKYtgFl8Z9SH2gIIX62N80u6aHDsoDr5JFsV-ueqgx9K2HaaEvx_k-SoISKP/s16000/gracefullyvintagebirth7.jpg" /></a></div><div><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><p>It was love at first sight for both Max and I, it was so surreal to have her finally here with us. She started to latch and breastfeed straight away and we loved her in an instant... We already loved her so much before she was earthside. After breastfeeding and skin to skin time with me Max took her for some skin to skin time and to just love our daughter. After a while he handed her to my mum and she kept her safe and warm in the room whilst Max supported my final stages. </p><p><br /></p><p>I didn't cry, it was more of a woah that really just happened and she is really here. Shock, excitement and love. It is a pretty surreal feeling meeting your baby after they have been growing inside of your body for so long.</p><p><br /></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhgHfGGCZbOGT_RsR_7UQfmYEo9D-jmutZemxS1oH5geJ_QQI8A5dyz826K68WxeoemlBXZtgVPEf3TCorpFqeyK1kBDQYldZKo51fn0kTyzQn3xJh0pg3-4qnop6GVSqBptvK_UrakPoOr/s2048/gracefullyvintagebirth9.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1365" data-original-width="2048" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhgHfGGCZbOGT_RsR_7UQfmYEo9D-jmutZemxS1oH5geJ_QQI8A5dyz826K68WxeoemlBXZtgVPEf3TCorpFqeyK1kBDQYldZKo51fn0kTyzQn3xJh0pg3-4qnop6GVSqBptvK_UrakPoOr/s16000/gracefullyvintagebirth9.jpg" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><p>The placenta was delivered and the doctors started to stitch up my episiotomy incision. Then after further assessment of my placenta they said that there may still be remains of it inside of me. I was given the option for them to manually pull the remains out or take me to theatre to be put under and have a procedure which scared me after going through labour, feeling exhausted and just wanting to hold my baby. </p><p><br /></p><p>We went with the manual removal and it seemed like everything had been removed, they then stitched me up again. Mum held Maddy and kept her safe and warm as Max supported me during the placenta delivery and stitches, he didn't leave my side until I was stable and then I encouraged him to go hug our daughter again. I laid in bed breastfeeding in the delivery room and bonding with Maddy. It came to a point where they asked if I wanted to get up and use the bathroom, on my way to the bathroom and I fainted and almost dropped to the ground, my mum caught my fall. I woke up 10 or 20 seconds later feeling very confused. </p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhTAWPe-HCf9UWH08pA1VvolhL8w4OlvjbyDArp7HfYixQuVs2CE5lm0YAmemZVoEhCKgspsJLeIfnv1taRu4UtH-ZJOlYGaXTtmpRVtZXGnA5yFn6Bl_BkbHv6aDnhuvkH2kLHFMsR1lmb/s2048/gracefullyvintagebirth10.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1365" data-original-width="2048" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhTAWPe-HCf9UWH08pA1VvolhL8w4OlvjbyDArp7HfYixQuVs2CE5lm0YAmemZVoEhCKgspsJLeIfnv1taRu4UtH-ZJOlYGaXTtmpRVtZXGnA5yFn6Bl_BkbHv6aDnhuvkH2kLHFMsR1lmb/s16000/gracefullyvintagebirth10.jpg" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><i><br /></i></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><i><br /></i></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><i>My Mum feeding me some fresh fruit after labour as I establish breastfeeding and skin to skin.</i></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEikQJyLnAroCgBKpFcbHDXkNYNtj32j1OXEfKeK2Z1nr6uBFtegPybt8pbWmBJFcBY4hgo1lt97KkcjchUrep7MsiCgPP8_ty5nTAl6qtOfmfEGLIMO4mQ-RxzEope2hw3ZZkYw2Qe4MkrY/s2048/gracefullyvintagebirth11.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="1365" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEikQJyLnAroCgBKpFcbHDXkNYNtj32j1OXEfKeK2Z1nr6uBFtegPybt8pbWmBJFcBY4hgo1lt97KkcjchUrep7MsiCgPP8_ty5nTAl6qtOfmfEGLIMO4mQ-RxzEope2hw3ZZkYw2Qe4MkrY/s16000/gracefullyvintagebirth11.jpg" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhgCbR2ar1oulQam0JZ-Axc9fIuh2NRvJpGMlnRXmKJwmdJKLCX5VIoYwXRO3OG2LpUQCUkBbVL_JRkOhVYi4c2ExPR6pRHT63Xs2Jn9KEJ4yK1R9i3VXL7tZabWtfhQ0GTINsmTBX3Gvu-/s2048/gracefullyvintagebirth15.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="1365" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhgCbR2ar1oulQam0JZ-Axc9fIuh2NRvJpGMlnRXmKJwmdJKLCX5VIoYwXRO3OG2LpUQCUkBbVL_JRkOhVYi4c2ExPR6pRHT63Xs2Jn9KEJ4yK1R9i3VXL7tZabWtfhQ0GTINsmTBX3Gvu-/s16000/gracefullyvintagebirth15.jpg" /></a></div><br /><p><br /></p><p>I didn't scream loudly during labour and I didn't vomit (thank goodness I did enough of that first trimester), I tried to remain calm and breathe my way through it all. There's no denying the pain of labour but I feel like I managed to work with the pain and feel my body deliver our girl. I feel empowered by my labour and so so proud of myself and my body. I'm also just so thankful for having two amazing birthing partners, Max and my mum. They supported me in every way I needed and the process of labour was somewhat calmer this way, my midwife meshed so well with us too. She was fantastic. Almost five months on it feels so crazy to look back at these images, I saved the more personal ones for us and I don't think the internet needs to see it. Maddy is the greatest gift and worth every bit of pain and struggle. So thankful.</p><p><br /></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh1VDuuct-rK5BK5ZaJ1PdIxu9YcQD9rlFqL8kT9GQeADwITVE8D4PzwZL_5tBQlEtykhJt_EcgHK1NSAAVrTvznDl-cgjGezfmEgfKVXTKPRlZxd-vo4Aqedf_34OMg5mrp2FuzeWb9Qeh/s2048/gracefullyvintagebirth14.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="1365" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh1VDuuct-rK5BK5ZaJ1PdIxu9YcQD9rlFqL8kT9GQeADwITVE8D4PzwZL_5tBQlEtykhJt_EcgHK1NSAAVrTvznDl-cgjGezfmEgfKVXTKPRlZxd-vo4Aqedf_34OMg5mrp2FuzeWb9Qeh/s16000/gracefullyvintagebirth14.jpg" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjl2S2oJQSNWRgpqasvIbiKHmxAI1BOaHrro_vgu0UePQMTXj32a3_NIrnWMUQAv5zmoNWDPzs-aC7JM3CefWvlnzR5nvEXIUR_PMK4DH0WKHawzlZpi5tcW15iGdvv6PZWOT8yPTrNkFJI/s2048/gracefullyvintagebirth12.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; 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text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">Kayla x</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><br />Kaylahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05111886005262624593noreply@blogger.com10tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2339097116462398725.post-2460253597782636382021-03-16T21:38:00.003+11:002021-03-16T21:38:38.011+11:00Our Girl<p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEge_B9l9o11NteDyjRwjY78BV0qy2903L5gwmoFUj_TVA-EgTTR_pfeIIN78Bb2FC8R_8w1HMbnFam5C6vnRF4yL661BOPkbbLs5RJxuaw_1g_HY9Ksr5c8WO-LKFgNxwSbnvIrefyRk7IX/s2048/DSCF8117-2.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1365" data-original-width="2048" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEge_B9l9o11NteDyjRwjY78BV0qy2903L5gwmoFUj_TVA-EgTTR_pfeIIN78Bb2FC8R_8w1HMbnFam5C6vnRF4yL661BOPkbbLs5RJxuaw_1g_HY9Ksr5c8WO-LKFgNxwSbnvIrefyRk7IX/s16000/DSCF8117-2.jpg" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; 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text-align: center;"><i>Photos by <a href="https://www.instagram.com/chloludz/">Chloe</a> of <a href="https://www.instagram.com/chloeludkinphoto/">Chloe Ludkin Photo</a></i></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><i>Dress - Tigerlily</i></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><i>Wattle Print Swaddle - c/o <a href="https://botanicalbaby.com.au/collections/baby-blankets/products/swaddle-blanket-in-wattle">Botanical baby</a></i></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Long time, no blog. The past four months we have been living life as a family of three when our beautiful girl Maddison entered the world in December. It has been the most beautiful, tiring, and rewarding time in our lives. We always hoped one day that we would have a baby and we always imagined having a baby at this particular age/time in our lives. She is the greatest thing to happen to us. Even as a kid I always wanted to be a mum one day and I must say it is even better than I imagined. I look at her everyday and just can't believe how lucky we are to have her.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">After the first month which was a real adjustment (along with some post partum issues - more on that later) we have been settling in well to life as parents. The sleep deprivation has probably been hardest thing, especially since I was sleeping into 10 or 11am the last couple of months before she arrived! I was never a night person but I have gotten much better at getting up at all sorts of hours to breastfeed Maddy and give her plenty of cuddles. Some nights I get more sleep, others not so much!</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">I have been trying to write my birth story and post partum blog posts for a few months now so hopefully I can finish them soon, they are quite a story to tell... Well at least I think so haha! Every birth story is interesting. I loved reading them before I gave birth. Maddy loves constant hugs and is a clingy baby (I'm not complaining) and is breastfed on demand so along with other household chores and meeting her needs there hasn't been a lot of time to finish these blog posts but I have enjoyed just being really present in her life and taking a step back though it does feel nice to fire up the keyboard. I have taken sooooooo many beautiful photos and videos of her on my camera and phone... She is just amazing! </div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">About a month ago we had our friends who are really family come to visit for a very quick stay just so they could meet Maddy. Max's best friend Matt who is basically his brother and his fiancé Chloe were our visitors and the last time we saw them was when we got married. They also play the role of one of Maddy's Uncle and Aunties. </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Thank you so much to Chloe for capturing these beautiful photos, I didn't have time for make-up or doing much with my hair and this is the case a lot of the time. I actually love these photos no make-up because I can just see how happy (and tired) we are as a little family of three.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><p></p><div style="text-align: center;">Kayla xo</div>Kaylahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05111886005262624593noreply@blogger.com4tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2339097116462398725.post-6967026663390800392021-01-06T21:55:00.000+11:002021-01-06T21:55:38.813+11:00Our Wedding - Getting Ready Part 3: The Boys<p> </p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg3-0qiogZ4YBNFTVd9k8A9YgzYLEz-mXI24YE5hETVu5ooWMuFC26-1dfql47cOkbrYjSYu_IPASA98KfJ_aaNt-qPkh_3wqW0ljAdtuIkCuGLu__tia04VFJgoVWuuZpQ3NEbCOVlNsMI/s2048/Kayla+%2526+Max-29.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1365" data-original-width="2048" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg3-0qiogZ4YBNFTVd9k8A9YgzYLEz-mXI24YE5hETVu5ooWMuFC26-1dfql47cOkbrYjSYu_IPASA98KfJ_aaNt-qPkh_3wqW0ljAdtuIkCuGLu__tia04VFJgoVWuuZpQ3NEbCOVlNsMI/s16000/Kayla+%2526+Max-29.jpg" /></a></div><div><br /></div><br /><p></p><p>When waiting for our wedding photos to come back, one thing I was really excited for was to see the boys photos and they did not disappoint! </p><p><br /></p><p><br /></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; 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text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">Our rings - </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">My ring was my Great Grandmother's wedding ring from the 1920's. My mum kindly gave it to me. I wanted a simple gold band and I was lucky to be given a family heirloom that I had always loved but had never asked for. I have very small fingers so it was resized a couple of months beforehand. My engagement ring now needs a repair or slight redesign to strengthen the claws, I was thinking of using the leftover gold from my wedding band which would be quite cool to incorporate some of the gold to match. My antique engagement ring is Victorian era with opal, diamonds and rose gold - you can see that in my <a href="http://www.gracefullyvintage.com.au/2020/11/our-wedding-part-1-getting-ready-girls.html">part one wedding post</a>.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Max wanted something different and unique, I sourced a maker on Etsy and we found exactly what he had in mind. A black ring made of carbon fiber with a wooden finish inside. It's lightweight, durable and looks amazing. The seller made it quickly and had it shipped to us internationally in record time because we were cutting it close with time and should have probably ordered it months in advance. But it made it in time and Max got to really think about what he wanted. I was cutting it fine altering the size of my rings shortly before the wedding too haha. </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgjQ2JBzdxs5DM2jSScNTxd_i9fQWguZyGIKcjKOAHgrxLaaYBcvBQDwaXXcC3J1jwyoqyt263Ak-WNJLHAkZO7K3I-rJ4OIx_-Wc3RVDrmJ9IwXzBHqIvF29qk__kr4PSYX3V2e2L0HVtU/s2048/Kayla+%2526+Max-89.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1365" data-original-width="2048" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgjQ2JBzdxs5DM2jSScNTxd_i9fQWguZyGIKcjKOAHgrxLaaYBcvBQDwaXXcC3J1jwyoqyt263Ak-WNJLHAkZO7K3I-rJ4OIx_-Wc3RVDrmJ9IwXzBHqIvF29qk__kr4PSYX3V2e2L0HVtU/s16000/Kayla+%2526+Max-89.jpg" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEilu8YiaWrrTd4yx9IQjdHRrwf_D-Sm9I4biFaQSS4odSXlj-kB5xglOrTE3UGW2cqLqTZiozW4mRCo3xYiXYnG2kxFDjnv2gAqrl5RMldU6aSi74Ag2KJtEvLK1fm60blZjzovWf02nGAw/s2048/Kayla+%2526+Max-33.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1365" data-original-width="2048" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEilu8YiaWrrTd4yx9IQjdHRrwf_D-Sm9I4biFaQSS4odSXlj-kB5xglOrTE3UGW2cqLqTZiozW4mRCo3xYiXYnG2kxFDjnv2gAqrl5RMldU6aSi74Ag2KJtEvLK1fm60blZjzovWf02nGAw/s16000/Kayla+%2526+Max-33.jpg" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhEdYPp5ZDx3uKvXG_WV-X2Min6vPI_ngDIN7NyfFffH5_9posRs1CLKHw4X5Kys6Dse8ZDZm3dPtWKNsTcV-mIaP94wLRUGMpx6DBbeCucdxXORhRV_Wmzgoe0QVWqVGN_QjhsTVXSA0aT/s2048/Kayla+%2526+Max-86.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="1365" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhEdYPp5ZDx3uKvXG_WV-X2Min6vPI_ngDIN7NyfFffH5_9posRs1CLKHw4X5Kys6Dse8ZDZm3dPtWKNsTcV-mIaP94wLRUGMpx6DBbeCucdxXORhRV_Wmzgoe0QVWqVGN_QjhsTVXSA0aT/s16000/Kayla+%2526+Max-86.jpg" /></a></div><br /><div style="text-align: center;"><i>All Photos by <a href="https://www.schadeimages.com/">Schade Images</a></i></div><div style="text-align: center;"><i><br /></i></div><div style="text-align: center;"><i>Groom Look Details: </i></div><div style="text-align: center;"><i><br /></i></div><div style="text-align: center;"><i>Suit (Same as groomsmen but with added satin collar) - Myer</i></div><div style="text-align: center;"><i>Bowtie - Myer</i></div><div style="text-align: center;"><i>Red Flower Lapel - <a href="https://www.otaa.com/">Otaa</a> </i></div><div style="text-align: center;"><i>Shoes - Julias Marlow</i></div><div style="text-align: center;"><i>Xbox Controller Cufflinks - Gift from Max's work friends</i></div><div style="text-align: center;"><i><br /></i></div><div style="text-align: center;"><i>Groomsmen Look Details - </i></div><div style="text-align: center;"><i><br /></i></div><div style="text-align: center;"><i>Suits - Myer</i></div><div style="text-align: center;"><i>Shoes - Own Shoes</i></div><div style="text-align: center;"><i>Boutonnieres (later attached at venue) - <a href="https://www.facebook.com/theposygarden/">The Posy Garden</a></i></div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: left;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: left;">The styling of the boys was all by Max, he thought about what he would want for a while (which wasn't that long) and quickly decided that he wanted an all black suit ensemble. Not just because he is my husband but I personally love this look. It's sharp, timeless, classic and looks amazing. </div><div style="text-align: left;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: left;">We never have tried to dress each other a certain way and why would I try and do this on our special day? Max is very confident in himself and his choice which is one of many things I love about him and I think he really pulled off a great look with his mates. The only thing I helped him with was sourcing the red flower lapel as he wanted to wear one to go with my red lipstick and just getting some shoes. </div><div style="text-align: left;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: left;">Gaming is a major part of Max's life and something he turned into career as well, how amazing are the Xbox controller cufflinks that his close work friends gifted him?! Amazing! </div><div style="text-align: left;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: left;">They had a pretty chilled out morning getting ready, our photographer and was impressed that they were so organised and ready for their photo session when she arrived. They had lots of fun and once our photographer and videographer left to head over to my mum's house for our session they were pretty much out the door and on the way to the venue to set up for the ceremony. </div><div style="text-align: left;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: left;">I love their photos so much and couldn't wait to see them when we were waiting to get them all back!</div><div style="text-align: left;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;">Kayla x</div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div>Kaylahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05111886005262624593noreply@blogger.com12tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2339097116462398725.post-14550846966787439502020-11-30T23:25:00.001+11:002021-03-16T21:45:02.006+11:0040-41 Weeks<p> </p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgSxw4hLoMna1PhY4n3EulehF12X5V0Zv6ORN9sA_Z652AbhpptooEKSjlx_CJI0VcHe-a-A9TLtGpti6pB3GRaExvjrdccRRsKPPmSEKGmUB9YYzkMg5pX05cCUswj6QCipyQxSk9RJ-h-/s2048/4041weekssprinkle4.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; 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text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">We though baby would be here by now but that's not the case, she has been making us wait but this is a normal gestation period for babies anyway and very common for first time mums. </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">I have not been stressed or worried, just excited to meet her. Everyday she does her usual movement routines which is always the main thing. </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Week 40+ I felt pretty good except for suddenly having a really sore lower back, here I was thinking that it could be an early sign of labour but turns out this gal flipped around to be posterior with her spine on mine which was quite uncomfortable. I walked around the house and got off the lounge say ouch many times. The midwives advised keep up the walks if I could, increase the amount of gym ball exercises I was doing and try not to recline back into the lounge. I am pretty sure it worked because I don't have really bad pain now just your standard bit of full term back pain. The midwives will be able to tell me that soon but it looked like her bum poking out this morning when I woke up. </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">I have been having bursts of energy and then periods where I just want to lay down and nap so I just listen to my body and the rest is probably a good thing as labour approaches. </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">I wasn't really that keen on taking many photos or dressing up this week (I didn't really go anywhere anyway) also it has been sooooooooo hot lately. So I just got a few pics here and there even though I was not that motivated to do so but I'm glad there are some. </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Because I'm over my estimated due date I had to have a ctg scan to detect the babies heart beat, this took about 30 minutes or so and the midwives and Drs gave the results the all clear that she is doing just fine and healthy. It was actually quite soothing listening to her heart beat for such an extended time.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">The end of my pregnancy is near, it's going to be strange not having a bump and feeling her movements from the inside each day. Max and I are just so excited to meet her, hold her, cuddle her and start this new journey together. It is such a surreal feeling. </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">Kayla x</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><br /><p></p>Kaylahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05111886005262624593noreply@blogger.com8tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2339097116462398725.post-75896678191211863192020-11-24T23:53:00.000+11:002020-11-24T23:53:37.865+11:00Our Wedding - Part 1 Getting Ready: The Girls<p> </p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg-hfGsHg0c-jWRKJllGII1FTnw3-PhXb2AleyYJtM_5kvx7YPuXvxMla4IQ2-sTkzRkMrnIi2dgd4SKOvmmpPtYpHY85d_L_II7ebrX-QPbEQxpGwq5OuXl5M1FlUsedDz6VA4qrklBzgH/s2048/Kayla+%2526+Max-157.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1365" data-original-width="2048" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg-hfGsHg0c-jWRKJllGII1FTnw3-PhXb2AleyYJtM_5kvx7YPuXvxMla4IQ2-sTkzRkMrnIi2dgd4SKOvmmpPtYpHY85d_L_II7ebrX-QPbEQxpGwq5OuXl5M1FlUsedDz6VA4qrklBzgH/s16000/Kayla+%2526+Max-157.jpg" /></a></div><p></p><br /><p></p><div><div>It has now been exactly a year since Max and I got married, at this point we had been together for almost 10 years. It was never something we ever wanted to rush into even though we always knew we would always be together but we knew we would always want to get married one day.</div><div><br /></div><div>Our wedding venue had to be changed 3 days before the wedding due to the devastating bush fires at the time, we were meant to get married on a mountain but changed to a local building near by that had just be renovated. We went through the local council and they were so helpful to arrange this last minute change for us and even gave us a full day to set up the venue free of charge. I was a bit stressed about the change for the day as I had it all planned out in my head but then part of me was like who really cares, we have a new venue and in the end all Max and I wanted was to get married. The venue worked out being better in the end anyway, more on that later...</div><div><br /></div><div>We have sooo many photos from our wedding and so many favourites so it has been challenging really refining them to blog posts without posting too many. I did have to break up the bride and grooms get ready sessions or you may have been scrolling through this blog post for a long time haha!</div></div><div><br /></div><div>I'll start with some of the photos in our get ready gowns and then have a separate post getting into our final looks before having photos taken before leaving for the ceremony. </div><div><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEijk53vKQFsnwd9X2y1AT3W19qYY8OqqwkuykoaH_oOh522JJn-H4mextxiyRDRhMCQNdZ-niubqk_qZPQGF6VEkf1dq1sYF9g4O_7IAk6UE1cx_IV0dXrt48O1xVv7b2jAYFgM6zyICUqj/s2048/Kayla+%2526+Max-95.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="1365" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEijk53vKQFsnwd9X2y1AT3W19qYY8OqqwkuykoaH_oOh522JJn-H4mextxiyRDRhMCQNdZ-niubqk_qZPQGF6VEkf1dq1sYF9g4O_7IAk6UE1cx_IV0dXrt48O1xVv7b2jAYFgM6zyICUqj/s16000/Kayla+%2526+Max-95.jpg" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; 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We all stayed at my mum's house, I love all of her decor and boho vibes so much.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">We were making our own bouquets for the wedding so after a breakfast of rye toast with avocado and fresh fruit we got stuck into working on the flower arrangements. Our flowers came from the Sydney Flower Market, Renee's mum knows a florist (who did Renee's wedding) and kindly arranged for the florist to pick up a bunch of Australiana flowers for us. I just mentioned the flowers I liked, colours and the possibility of one big statement flower for my bouquet. </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">I don't drink alcohol so we were drinking sparkling apple juice in those wine glasses haha!</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjeWCzXMLWdSBouV10NjbdOQIm2SzFLeJL3iVrwJ9TBUi6p1dsmky0ZMx9oW6rsU6gm7EjAGUoIImmRnmicHcjgxWbWs-tWvH-jauoY-_2wffcF1p5EA4jpomcWqoFUJ92HaJ59RpaYwc0x/s2048/received_424527551773105.jpeg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="1536" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjeWCzXMLWdSBouV10NjbdOQIm2SzFLeJL3iVrwJ9TBUi6p1dsmky0ZMx9oW6rsU6gm7EjAGUoIImmRnmicHcjgxWbWs-tWvH-jauoY-_2wffcF1p5EA4jpomcWqoFUJ92HaJ59RpaYwc0x/s16000/received_424527551773105.jpeg" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; 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text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">I wasn't too specific that it had to be a specific type of flower just whatever was on offer and looked the best. We were so lucky to get such a beautiful selection of flowers and the most amazing King Protea flower for my bridal bouquet. This florist was so kind to lend us some tools to construct them too. We collected them a couple of days before the wedding and come the morning of, the protea has completely opened up and they just looked so lively. It was really fun, calming and quite therapeutic to do this together on the morning of the wedding and I'm so proud of what we achieved! We even had leftovers my clever maid of honour Renee even made a floral piece to hang on the arbor, something I was never too fused about but she really topped off the look and made it extra special (which you'll see in a few blog posts to come).</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Mum and I made the get ready dressing gowns about a month or so before the wedding, we spent a couple of days tracing pattern sizes, cutting out fabric and sewing them together. We used Jocelyn Proust Australiana fabric (+ trimming) from Spotlight. I really wanted to sew something for the wedding and this seemed like the perfect opportunity though I couldn't have gotten them done in a short amount of time without my mum (she is amazing at sewing and taught me how to sew many years ago). They were a beautiful keepsake to give to my bridesmaids and to this day I wear my gown every morning. </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div>My other talented bridesmaid did our make-up for the big day, prior to this we did a couple of practice runs in the months leading up to the wedding. I wanted to have my winged eyeliner and favourite red lipstick but I wanted a real glowy fresh look as well. She nailed it and was so in love with my look, all of my terrible descriptions and links to make-up looks from pinterested and Instagram all made sense to Cassie and she knew exactly what I wanted. We kept it pretty similar for bridesmaids and though a different lip colour and a few other variations. <div><br /></div><div><a href="https://www.instagram.com/rachelshair/">Rachel</a> from a local hair salon who is also a friend from school and dance class many years ago did our hair. I was going to see if I wanted to do my hair the morning of the wedding and put my hair into soft rollers but by the time morning came around I just wasn't feeling it. Luckily I had asked Rachel that I may need her to do my hair and not just the bridesmaids and my mum's hair. I had ordered a flower crown and all I really wanted was soft flowy waves and she made my hair look so so good and last the whole day! I'm really into going with the flow these days and just working out on the spot what I wanted for my hair was fun. Renee and Cassie had braids at the crown of their head, soft waves and then the half flower crowns I had ordered pinned into their hair - so beautiful! My mum prepared most of her hair herself but we had Rachel plait a portion of her hair and then add her floral piece. So pretty!</div><div><br /></div><div>Next I'll post the second part of the girls get ready, wearing our looks for the wedding and portraits before the cermony.</div><div><br /></div><div><div style="text-align: center;">Kayla x </div></div>Kaylahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05111886005262624593noreply@blogger.com29tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2339097116462398725.post-87592705469958100582020-11-21T22:00:00.001+11:002021-03-16T21:45:14.540+11:00Kezia<p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEidPxNxpZ5H3GZ8__zKx2GD2Odu8QjR9Slsy4PPqY1o06pY9EhD-4-dGu8Jzwnzk07vjIRoxK_czsa4j01q012ozoPbiOlMyXWg6ljejVvcNe2nizzdgx_teJCZTgBJ2cdT4JlRKWosvSHv/s2048/kenziacollabgracefullyvintage1.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="1365" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEidPxNxpZ5H3GZ8__zKx2GD2Odu8QjR9Slsy4PPqY1o06pY9EhD-4-dGu8Jzwnzk07vjIRoxK_czsa4j01q012ozoPbiOlMyXWg6ljejVvcNe2nizzdgx_teJCZTgBJ2cdT4JlRKWosvSHv/s16000/kenziacollabgracefullyvintage1.jpg" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; 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Inspired by eras of the past to create dresses that are both beautiful and functional for stylish mums this brand ticks all the boxes for me as I am about to enter motherhood. Kezia's label is both consciously and ethically made. Her designs are intended to be both wearable and timeless, these will be go-to pieces in your wardrobe and last for many years to come. The other great thing about this new label is that you can purchase matching outfits for your little one, how cute is that!?!</div><div style="text-align: left;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: left;">I took these photos last week at 39 weeks pregnant as I wanted to show how well it works at 9 months pregnant and eventually I'll post about it when bub is here too. </div><div style="text-align: left;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: left;">I'm intending on breast feeding so the functional buttons are such a great design feature for this purpose. I am wearing the size 10 here which fits quite well considering I'm giving birth any day now but it does run a little small, my only concern was that it was a bit tight on the bust and when I start breast feeding I will probably be a bit more squished so I have swapped this for the 12 which will accommodate this purpose. I'm generally a size 8-10 before pregnancy and am still wearing a lot of size 10 during pregnancy, I'm not too sure how my body is going to continue to change after birth so this is why I sized up to the 12 as it will allow more comfort for me too. </div><div style="text-align: left;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: left;">If you are unsure or between sizes follow the size guide or even drop Kezia an email as she is happy to help you find the best fit.</div><div style="text-align: left;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: left;">The fabric is a beautiful cotton linen blend and I love the beige/white tones as it is very much my style at the moment. I still love vintage fashion but I also love boho styles too, I feel like this does both justice. The dress buttons down completely, has a waist tie and it has pockets, yay! </div><div style="text-align: left;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: left;">Kezia has quite a few styles for mum and bub and I love them all! I'm so excited to see this Aussie label launch as the woman behind it is just the sweetest and very talented. </div><div style="text-align: left;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: left;">You can shop the collection <a href="https://kezia.com.au/">here</a>!</div><div style="text-align: left;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;">Kayla x</div><p></p>Kaylahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05111886005262624593noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2339097116462398725.post-75590747113405178992020-11-20T17:53:00.001+11:002021-03-16T21:45:27.598+11:0039 Weeks<p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgPT0zmaaKRxfxxgOaK0N4tQsBQECwUSpRYTPNgi0Yhmzn-kwCKc_yzBOF9AmvRIbjYPTa5ts6ZXOAjFU25he3KI9kbTFaDmp_xZyXD_xH22XBg471orM25zSEttD5fCxZN4797az7Rzeen/s2048/sprinkle39weekskayla1.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="1365" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgPT0zmaaKRxfxxgOaK0N4tQsBQECwUSpRYTPNgi0Yhmzn-kwCKc_yzBOF9AmvRIbjYPTa5ts6ZXOAjFU25he3KI9kbTFaDmp_xZyXD_xH22XBg471orM25zSEttD5fCxZN4797az7Rzeen/s16000/sprinkle39weekskayla1.jpg" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; 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The midwife was happy with how I was progressing, though if she doesn't arrive by next appointment I can have a stretch and sweep if I like which can sometimes help with inducing labour, though sometimes it doesn't help at all. If she doesn't arrive by my next appointment I may consider it. The hospital will otherwise induce labour if I get to 40 weeks + 10 days as they do not want prenancies going further than that as there could be risk for baby and mum. </div><div style="text-align: left;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: left;">Despite the discomfort from lower back pain and constant trip to the toilet during the night I still get plenty of sleep which I will need before I go into labour and baby arrives. So I appreciate that I am still snoozing fine each night and napping during the day. </div><div style="text-align: left;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: left;">It really is just a waiting game now for Max and I as we await her arrival. Max is now on paternity leave so it has been nice to have sometime to spend together as two before we start life as three and we can't wait. It still blows my mind that there is a full size baby inside of my body, though the bump at full term reflects that a little more now! So proud of my body!</div><div style="text-align: left;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;"><i>Kayla x</i></div>Kaylahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05111886005262624593noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2339097116462398725.post-8714296792616026202020-11-20T17:52:00.005+11:002020-11-20T17:55:34.586+11:00Eye Candy Art - Love Birds <p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjYeiSvT6FjckCbdQhnbFIIt6PIMyA9rFFu7uxqbOtm0UioxnBNzRMYkuURL5jycB8l-bXCmZ44dv-CO9Zs6WwX0kPJf5BWf1tj17vbVKU7T82YUK1dmq1K0Kv3sRmxs2iHgjN-tseNuOKS/s2048/eyecandyedit10.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="1365" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjYeiSvT6FjckCbdQhnbFIIt6PIMyA9rFFu7uxqbOtm0UioxnBNzRMYkuURL5jycB8l-bXCmZ44dv-CO9Zs6WwX0kPJf5BWf1tj17vbVKU7T82YUK1dmq1K0Kv3sRmxs2iHgjN-tseNuOKS/s16000/eyecandyedit10.jpg" /></a></div><br /> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">My mother in law, Nat is an artist of many different mediums though now we now have a piece of her art hanging in our home. </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">She has created many works of art in different forms over the years but her latest direction and passion is working with fibre/yarns in the form of wall pieces to hang in the home which is something I have been loving this past year or so as I have a few macrame pieces around the house. </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">These days I love a lot of our decor to be quite neutral and boho but I still love a pop of colour, this piece was designed with Max and I along with the soon arrival of our daughter as we enter a new stage in our relationship and lives. </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; 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text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><div class="kvgmc6g5 cxmmr5t8 oygrvhab hcukyx3x c1et5uql ii04i59q" style="background-color: white; color: #050505; font-family: "Segoe UI Historic", "Segoe UI", Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 15px; margin: 0px; overflow-wrap: break-word; text-align: left; white-space: pre-wrap;"><div dir="auto" style="font-family: inherit;">Words by the artist, Nat: </div><div dir="auto" style="font-family: inherit;"><br /></div><div dir="auto" style="font-family: inherit;"><i>"After travelling 140,000 kms across 6 states over nearly 4 years, I've returned to be close to my son and daughter-in-law who will become parents any day now...I call them 'The Lovebirds' as birds mate for life...already these two lovers have spent one third of their lives together.</i></div></div><div class="o9v6fnle cxmmr5t8 oygrvhab hcukyx3x c1et5uql ii04i59q" style="background-color: white; color: #050505; font-family: "Segoe UI Historic", "Segoe UI", Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 15px; margin: 0.5em 0px 0px; overflow-wrap: break-word; text-align: left; white-space: pre-wrap;"><div dir="auto" style="font-family: inherit;"><i>I created this piece slowly, taking time to choose colours and textures that matched our love of life...the egg, of course, representing new life. We are about to embark on a wonderful adventure together, for them as parents, and for me as a grandparent. </i></div></div><div class="o9v6fnle cxmmr5t8 oygrvhab hcukyx3x c1et5uql ii04i59q" style="background-color: white; color: #050505; font-family: "Segoe UI Historic", "Segoe UI", Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 15px; margin: 0.5em 0px 0px; overflow-wrap: break-word; text-align: left; white-space: pre-wrap;"><div dir="auto" style="font-family: inherit;"><i>The colours and textures from each lovebird blended to form everything this child will ever need...love, respect, honesty, security and so much more."</i></div><div dir="auto" style="font-family: inherit;"><i><br /></i></div><div dir="auto" style="font-family: inherit;">If you would like to commission a one off piece by Nat you can contact her on Instagram <a href="https://www.instagram.com/eyecandy1962/">@eyecandy1962</a> or shoot me an email and I will pass on the message to her.</div><div dir="auto" style="font-family: inherit;"><br /></div><div dir="auto" style="font-family: inherit;">It's so special to have this piece in our home and watch her creativity flow with these one of pieces!</div><div dir="auto" style="font-family: inherit;"><br /></div><div dir="auto" style="font-family: inherit;">Thank you for this special piece of art Nat!</div><div dir="auto" style="font-family: inherit;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjPD5Jzzz4qNo7BeYn50A3bS_8mnDwkn23C55jO6kocT358nzETPEXd6ZDoR_YNlznDlWakmmdyxahMsuqNeDKtDQ0FqHo1w8SqklWSvX5bKPnTyApuTXK5gXyiigR-GMutBY4MmtmDGcvQ/s2048/eyecandyedit16.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="1365" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjPD5Jzzz4qNo7BeYn50A3bS_8mnDwkn23C55jO6kocT358nzETPEXd6ZDoR_YNlznDlWakmmdyxahMsuqNeDKtDQ0FqHo1w8SqklWSvX5bKPnTyApuTXK5gXyiigR-GMutBY4MmtmDGcvQ/s16000/eyecandyedit16.jpg" /></a></div><br /><div dir="auto" style="font-family: inherit; text-align: center;"><i>Kayla x</i></div></div></div>Kaylahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05111886005262624593noreply@blogger.com4tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2339097116462398725.post-62579752165721751662020-11-14T22:00:00.003+11:002020-11-15T00:02:41.183+11:00Tao Hair Lounge Terrigal<p> </p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEil9jHnbzFbOKbCA4hJ-aanWQZ42jucW67wBZ2RxCZ9BUU-7o5erBB0hXQqcT7csIOsVGIOcqaivAjvJ2xoS8x8k00dDh_T_2SZff48_OwYS3CYNI9nOIF3_ZguHi2Xj0Ae9S-NnYNhY9Dw/s2048/taohairloungegracefullyvintagecollab1.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="1365" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEil9jHnbzFbOKbCA4hJ-aanWQZ42jucW67wBZ2RxCZ9BUU-7o5erBB0hXQqcT7csIOsVGIOcqaivAjvJ2xoS8x8k00dDh_T_2SZff48_OwYS3CYNI9nOIF3_ZguHi2Xj0Ae9S-NnYNhY9Dw/s16000/taohairloungegracefullyvintagecollab1.jpg" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">I was recently and very kindly invited for a pamper session at local Central Coast hair salon <a href="https://taohairlounge.com.au/">Tao Hair Lounge</a> in Terrigal before the baby arrives. Perfect timing as I really and I mean really needed some hair love.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjaDSR5en2RZi_8kQC2XGrpyfHUkj3JI4PA9mT2JzfeJtSCEPXGWcS-fLFRrRgCQQfJkubOg1hT-jg9tijMX2xugBrqNfIHqcvmnXIL9wydkXwwxEhQ1Q4tDZmPY2_VMzwpOoD7vgKAjcxU/s2048/taohairloungegracefullyvintagecollab43.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1365" data-original-width="2048" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjaDSR5en2RZi_8kQC2XGrpyfHUkj3JI4PA9mT2JzfeJtSCEPXGWcS-fLFRrRgCQQfJkubOg1hT-jg9tijMX2xugBrqNfIHqcvmnXIL9wydkXwwxEhQ1Q4tDZmPY2_VMzwpOoD7vgKAjcxU/s16000/taohairloungegracefullyvintagecollab43.jpg" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">This hair lounge is located right on the beach (check out the view) and as soon as you arrive there is such a calming, relaxing and very welcoming feeling as soon as you enter the salon. </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhkZLDs-yD6wK6fz_9kfa8z9FOEfX2R7hmLoQdlFzMfOjuOXgZ_Bc6C8_6hMj9H0f-B5UD0c9I4UEQ0nmrBMXZZlY1ok_-60MfooxeIXD_A6Sua_JrZzuHlqM2VnX3w7iS1Atut7D7SrsY-/s2048/taohairloungegracefullyvintagecollab45.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1365" data-original-width="2048" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhkZLDs-yD6wK6fz_9kfa8z9FOEfX2R7hmLoQdlFzMfOjuOXgZ_Bc6C8_6hMj9H0f-B5UD0c9I4UEQ0nmrBMXZZlY1ok_-60MfooxeIXD_A6Sua_JrZzuHlqM2VnX3w7iS1Atut7D7SrsY-/s16000/taohairloungegracefullyvintagecollab45.jpg" /></a></div><br /><div><span style="text-align: center;">Before - looking a bit messy and due for a haircut between being in a pandemic and very pregnant. This gal needed some hair love! Looking back at these photos I didn't realise how much it had grown and that it was a little bit wild looking haha.</span></div><div><span style="text-align: center;"><br /></span></div><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEip1qfrzwNpy83pS8pfgIq9WtW4R2mAWFwHG2hzb-_LxGw1SRQqWLZovvTqiyd2mw9aHClCOMku9lJvG3MvnR8QZeSKDJ5479pkhhoF5J0PVU7WuV6IC2EaSpojCgWrb5w5R6UADxUhHEoR/s2048/taohairloungegracefullyvintagecollabdoublepic1.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1519" data-original-width="2048" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEip1qfrzwNpy83pS8pfgIq9WtW4R2mAWFwHG2hzb-_LxGw1SRQqWLZovvTqiyd2mw9aHClCOMku9lJvG3MvnR8QZeSKDJ5479pkhhoF5J0PVU7WuV6IC2EaSpojCgWrb5w5R6UADxUhHEoR/s16000/taohairloungegracefullyvintagecollabdoublepic1.jpg" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEit36KiZYV7q__MkhOdUDiVoKUcXPXOjjRcqP-xTndwCfanokX_fuEcriaYB6ObpW_-zgzqwrBa5vifP-sPe3OCwhH3M6xBj9CR9Ek2iXnqvCiXUzR6qG9D9HxlDfaJyPm0M7JeQf7yR8Vg/s2048/taohairloungegracefullyvintagecollab5.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="1365" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEit36KiZYV7q__MkhOdUDiVoKUcXPXOjjRcqP-xTndwCfanokX_fuEcriaYB6ObpW_-zgzqwrBa5vifP-sPe3OCwhH3M6xBj9CR9Ek2iXnqvCiXUzR6qG9D9HxlDfaJyPm0M7JeQf7yR8Vg/s16000/taohairloungegracefullyvintagecollab5.jpg" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi3LVsZ4X29ncPk6ITM_XBXQF1PZqXQzsudJ4GhDN8O-Djx29micpu7gREJBQQbbhyphenhyphenZKftfwXastcygeKycBZBT0oAPtJ8sq5ng4y-dRRWkMzE2gU6hq7TflRPLsSBFfy08SEONqXgP_Pbn/s2048/taohairloungegracefullyvintagecollab4.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="1365" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi3LVsZ4X29ncPk6ITM_XBXQF1PZqXQzsudJ4GhDN8O-Djx29micpu7gREJBQQbbhyphenhyphenZKftfwXastcygeKycBZBT0oAPtJ8sq5ng4y-dRRWkMzE2gU6hq7TflRPLsSBFfy08SEONqXgP_Pbn/s16000/taohairloungegracefullyvintagecollab4.jpg" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Before heading to the basin I was introduced to my stylist Britt who was super sweet and also very very talented. The experience at Tao starts off with a breathing ritual to clear the mind and feel extremely relaxed at the start of your hair appointment. </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Britt had me smell two essential oils and choose which one I preferred, she then had me take deep breaths as she lightly massaged my shoulder and neck area. I felt as light as a feather afterwards and instantly zoned out. I was feeling a bit anxious that morning as I was struggling a bit with my iron levels and feeling a little weak, I felt like my mind was quite centered after this and ready to relax.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjoSxsfvgowEIq1YwNM48ipZg8aD6a806FL7Qtc6x_Kyrfhp3RhzQye4bXxLGW4TJmrApFKR9XZgDaJG2YtXeNBGn4-a128I5R6sr3nEDzynyhWD4-_g0p9vFTZbYBPLfnBeGcMi8OEfgrL/s2048/taohairloungegracefullyvintagecollab6.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="1365" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjoSxsfvgowEIq1YwNM48ipZg8aD6a806FL7Qtc6x_Kyrfhp3RhzQye4bXxLGW4TJmrApFKR9XZgDaJG2YtXeNBGn4-a128I5R6sr3nEDzynyhWD4-_g0p9vFTZbYBPLfnBeGcMi8OEfgrL/s16000/taohairloungegracefullyvintagecollab6.jpg" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">In heaven having my hair washed and my scalp massaged, the basin was also really comfortable on my neck and back (which is even more important being 36 weeks pregnant here at the time). I almost fell asleep by the end it was just so good.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">I haven't coloured my hair in years and really like my natural colour so we opted for a trim, treatment and blow-dry but if you check out their <a href="https://www.instagram.com/taohairlounge/">Instagram</a> you can see some of the amazing colour they do.</div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjQ_dc9Pvxpp-kXggoSfh1y3C2Tq1UnsY_1Ur8h5XkJqyvhYbIE-HaXAcbHg242r5dSE9eRr5tceaA2VLq-nPoUUHo4WmsF5AxIyQTCk_bQaOH5jULZ2L-IDcM7CREwXIxDKtsAfqw3WfMp/s2048/taohairloungegracefullyvintagecollab7.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="1365" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjQ_dc9Pvxpp-kXggoSfh1y3C2Tq1UnsY_1Ur8h5XkJqyvhYbIE-HaXAcbHg242r5dSE9eRr5tceaA2VLq-nPoUUHo4WmsF5AxIyQTCk_bQaOH5jULZ2L-IDcM7CREwXIxDKtsAfqw3WfMp/s16000/taohairloungegracefullyvintagecollab7.jpg" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh_TYH_PplnwJ7OS8mceg70bj5Jnq-Eej_LU-ArCsJ4y7_h_7vjVbZD8RuvLKvRzbF1O0HfIwTNrUL77L5fOUSuCxekT-GHS-_qYpPYdVMNt_o6IWaVfhzGaAo8UJMHb4aXoTdJQot_8gGO/s2048/taohairloungegracefullyvintagecollab8.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1365" data-original-width="2048" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh_TYH_PplnwJ7OS8mceg70bj5Jnq-Eej_LU-ArCsJ4y7_h_7vjVbZD8RuvLKvRzbF1O0HfIwTNrUL77L5fOUSuCxekT-GHS-_qYpPYdVMNt_o6IWaVfhzGaAo8UJMHb4aXoTdJQot_8gGO/s16000/taohairloungegracefullyvintagecollab8.jpg" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">This little gal was kicking and dancing the whole visit which kept making me laugh, mumma needed this special relax time!</div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgpiyX3dQApBsAn8vbZoNFzg68kw_IzEzoISRPns3RdgCV7m4yVVBBdnGfqGBp4a3i4ZCk1w4EtO6iL8HN71Pix8gix-xhR0zMOULcvlr0S_ins3x0wbXKuEL2hrHQKVT8z1kPCvWigr4bz/s2048/taohairloungegracefullyvintagecollab9.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1365" data-original-width="2048" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgpiyX3dQApBsAn8vbZoNFzg68kw_IzEzoISRPns3RdgCV7m4yVVBBdnGfqGBp4a3i4ZCk1w4EtO6iL8HN71Pix8gix-xhR0zMOULcvlr0S_ins3x0wbXKuEL2hrHQKVT8z1kPCvWigr4bz/s16000/taohairloungegracefullyvintagecollab9.jpg" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">I had the Shine those Ends treatment applied to my hair, this Aveda shine treatment leaves your hair feeling soft, strong and healthy with a shine that lasts 20 washes. Once the treatment was combed into my hair it only took five minutes to process. I have noticed that my hair is a lot softer and a lot more shiny which has contributed to my natural curls looking nice and fresh.</div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjpMERh6qY4kIxcF2hKDa8Pwg1fYqBm64Pf-6DbUDqcLutL6pCd0uQHQW1dxK-5DaXtY_tSLMUU3rlRF2IDYbs8bYaAlpTzZx_-s3F4Zo-oGYU_-WUXxL3DS4jIbku795pf5VcDBXR6X0De/s2048/taohairloungegracefullyvintagecollab11.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="1365" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjpMERh6qY4kIxcF2hKDa8Pwg1fYqBm64Pf-6DbUDqcLutL6pCd0uQHQW1dxK-5DaXtY_tSLMUU3rlRF2IDYbs8bYaAlpTzZx_-s3F4Zo-oGYU_-WUXxL3DS4jIbku795pf5VcDBXR6X0De/s16000/taohairloungegracefullyvintagecollab11.jpg" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhM8TQvJcre6qGwZYsnyzpJnWEBwhzEnSNdCqcU-GVZ1EYPPVujIV2JmXSmOxE0en03KOEVD5nhgzutN3Udgs2Py2_Mg0JEeq-UXNxD7SbLhe4hOuEpusrk1M32ROJqTBqGbmoz7bi-5KT3/s2048/taohairloungegracefullyvintagecollab12.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="1365" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhM8TQvJcre6qGwZYsnyzpJnWEBwhzEnSNdCqcU-GVZ1EYPPVujIV2JmXSmOxE0en03KOEVD5nhgzutN3Udgs2Py2_Mg0JEeq-UXNxD7SbLhe4hOuEpusrk1M32ROJqTBqGbmoz7bi-5KT3/s16000/taohairloungegracefullyvintagecollab12.jpg" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEilGa_t8qsgWn8eFfFYu51PISQZIgD1n5UKecKQd5hDTgpE9hHSYfNuEQRD5PhNppYWAIhltYqFuUqVVOLYlIMMbOBeCckquoIgtTceTZEje_a4Wf-BpPq0ymEr-FTN5Eij5hzqlMVHUr4g/s2048/taohairloungegracefullyvintagecollab13.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="1365" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEilGa_t8qsgWn8eFfFYu51PISQZIgD1n5UKecKQd5hDTgpE9hHSYfNuEQRD5PhNppYWAIhltYqFuUqVVOLYlIMMbOBeCckquoIgtTceTZEje_a4Wf-BpPq0ymEr-FTN5Eij5hzqlMVHUr4g/s16000/taohairloungegracefullyvintagecollab13.jpg" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg52Ga-oe4W81LiLZux_U8YxT2EoEamlkG0Hgo2N5PS6Q3-Hd3EGenxiOAhd3EHl7g1CzwQg92mzn3xFrezpFBbiuHX6wqdAtVViGOIHEKMigcn-cj2GUyRMLmAAqUfZDwDxHMkWHAX6qpQ/s2048/taohairloungegracefullyvintagecollabdoublepic2.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1505" data-original-width="2048" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg52Ga-oe4W81LiLZux_U8YxT2EoEamlkG0Hgo2N5PS6Q3-Hd3EGenxiOAhd3EHl7g1CzwQg92mzn3xFrezpFBbiuHX6wqdAtVViGOIHEKMigcn-cj2GUyRMLmAAqUfZDwDxHMkWHAX6qpQ/s16000/taohairloungegracefullyvintagecollabdoublepic2.jpg" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Refreshments to sip on and stay hydrated are available, one of my favourite T2 iced tea flavours (strawberries and cream) was my drink of choice and kept me feeling fresh. I was having hot flushes at least once a day during this period of pregnancy and a few weeks prior so this kept me hydrated, especially when I started to have my hair blow dried later on.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjA5aUwSzgT_U11t4d-Yla2f8LXXIeneXjWcDGjMzZ0c3UFvd33CoZn61yFeRs89Ks3KsE7RWeqBCDwLWMkc7p5gVt7duaBVEe-66rYCq4yFXsExAVhXCEvUjwNiROWDt82-Qq6OveT96va/s2048/taohairloungegracefullyvintagecollab17.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="1365" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjA5aUwSzgT_U11t4d-Yla2f8LXXIeneXjWcDGjMzZ0c3UFvd33CoZn61yFeRs89Ks3KsE7RWeqBCDwLWMkc7p5gVt7duaBVEe-66rYCq4yFXsExAVhXCEvUjwNiROWDt82-Qq6OveT96va/s16000/taohairloungegracefullyvintagecollab17.jpg" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div>As someone with curly hair it can be really hard finding someone who can cut curls correctly. When I was a young girl and teenager a lot of hair salons always assumed I hated my curls or that they are annoying but I have always loved having curly hair. It's always refreshing to find a stylist that respects the curls and really knows how to work with them. </div><div><br /></div><div>I felt really confident at Tao and was happy for Brit and salon owner Kate to suggest what they thought would be the best way to cut my hair. We opted for a trim - about an inch off, taking a little bit of bulk out and some long layers. </div><div><br /></div><div>I haven't had layers or bulk taken out of my hair for years just a simple trim. The reason for that is because I used to out my hair in soft foam rollers each night when I dressed vintage almost everyday and it was challenging to do if I had layers. Now I mainly just embrace my natural curl and it seemed like a good idea to go ahead with this. It was the right choice because over the past couple of weeks as I wear my natural curl they are much more bouncy and I have some ringlets forming again which I love!</div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgc82WxWwZFwgI7R28xDmT4sM576GxVw4Di28l2tARB2Q02b1ylVhZWOqFhEBIdDpshRKU1pJbjfJzTxNJVaNQjFXdoYhsrcgGcMhYgHcJSM-9jirP7TIVYGibsbvxrEEM_6cedVeDH7yPK/s2048/taohairloungegracefullyvintagecollab18.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1365" data-original-width="2048" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgc82WxWwZFwgI7R28xDmT4sM576GxVw4Di28l2tARB2Q02b1ylVhZWOqFhEBIdDpshRKU1pJbjfJzTxNJVaNQjFXdoYhsrcgGcMhYgHcJSM-9jirP7TIVYGibsbvxrEEM_6cedVeDH7yPK/s16000/taohairloungegracefullyvintagecollab18.jpg" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi3jVBUuw_nYRKRghASyM9XUmStUcZ8NAchfScKk59L_2yeyp_jL8VsQXyOGSvOq1Jr-vmzoLL4Yp2w9RnfwxBO9wXclGgb-gqIZNHSFhssCei_yowaiTsyrqy5u06KrPeEC3ZHgxh7KxAH/s2048/taohairloungegracefullyvintagecollab20.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="1365" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi3jVBUuw_nYRKRghASyM9XUmStUcZ8NAchfScKk59L_2yeyp_jL8VsQXyOGSvOq1Jr-vmzoLL4Yp2w9RnfwxBO9wXclGgb-gqIZNHSFhssCei_yowaiTsyrqy5u06KrPeEC3ZHgxh7KxAH/s16000/taohairloungegracefullyvintagecollab20.jpg" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjCikQLUWQqktXCOACi6nbowEME1j4LJA1WmKfIP92wSVzghA2ldg2td5hcOQJO3lRnBX5L-iJlpvuGxGw2CnuXQOHJ9flbtA6VFFzN1WUMgWr9zbEA8VgpnGSdfxFuClQo91vhlfvU82_f/s2048/taohairloungegracefullyvintagecollab21.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1365" data-original-width="2048" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjCikQLUWQqktXCOACi6nbowEME1j4LJA1WmKfIP92wSVzghA2ldg2td5hcOQJO3lRnBX5L-iJlpvuGxGw2CnuXQOHJ9flbtA6VFFzN1WUMgWr9zbEA8VgpnGSdfxFuClQo91vhlfvU82_f/s16000/taohairloungegracefullyvintagecollab21.jpg" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgjESQVgoqk8XJICWtUiMgYq719_7i0T4LWyyc5vBtjqsw1HLzPl9807PfoBSl5LCelnFwUmiivxuKmxO9Z1f3yKlEHqjQROug7GH8tErFvq5TG7ij-hwvvsMDVI_UNne0K070cZblbT3Ua/s2048/taohairloungegracefullyvintagecollab22.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1365" data-original-width="2048" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgjESQVgoqk8XJICWtUiMgYq719_7i0T4LWyyc5vBtjqsw1HLzPl9807PfoBSl5LCelnFwUmiivxuKmxO9Z1f3yKlEHqjQROug7GH8tErFvq5TG7ij-hwvvsMDVI_UNne0K070cZblbT3Ua/s16000/taohairloungegracefullyvintagecollab22.jpg" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjX8yTgjw5tQRLLuyLAYty5-SI_xrIlqwUhgEpjpGAL8bTXCtynU0wDRGvvK2kFcc_ZoKtPxyu6Hq1ZnazkKyRnj9pyUg3C_i-A4mnqcCc8T5-WTPyRelNpdGIPXv6NqIx3ec3Jc697_Jpg/s2048/taohairloungegracefullyvintagecollab23.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="1365" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjX8yTgjw5tQRLLuyLAYty5-SI_xrIlqwUhgEpjpGAL8bTXCtynU0wDRGvvK2kFcc_ZoKtPxyu6Hq1ZnazkKyRnj9pyUg3C_i-A4mnqcCc8T5-WTPyRelNpdGIPXv6NqIx3ec3Jc697_Jpg/s16000/taohairloungegracefullyvintagecollab23.jpg" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">A couple of years ago I would have never had my hair blow dried at a salon after a cut as I thought it wasn't necessary but now it is just an extra nice treat and such a nice way to indulge a little bit more. I'm always impressed by stylists like Britt who can work through all of my hair because as we know my hair is very thick, curly and there is a lot of it. It didn't take her long to blow dry and then run a hair straightener through it. So impressive! My hair always looks so much lighter when it has been styled like this which is really cool!</div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEioUtUk_Xw7W5ClXT5DSCoQOQDP76UhuHIpDmh80UOYtAm99q6CitTm6QIQyQ8ofhxm4oj3U2faTSUeAEDw-vn9tmacDO0s_z3GFXDjxY4L4oLNiMHnmme4zajf3RMuErMnkx3P9mC97dhx/s2048/taohairloungegracefullyvintagecollab24.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="1365" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEioUtUk_Xw7W5ClXT5DSCoQOQDP76UhuHIpDmh80UOYtAm99q6CitTm6QIQyQ8ofhxm4oj3U2faTSUeAEDw-vn9tmacDO0s_z3GFXDjxY4L4oLNiMHnmme4zajf3RMuErMnkx3P9mC97dhx/s16000/taohairloungegracefullyvintagecollab24.jpg" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh3tqneDK3c2mPkEsYgrRM14ZA5OJkyW-bPA6smnWEGzAH4PNyEGYpntfWcgDph01rzDOkr2BX87JW2qhSk4XcGkxB36C-jsMJegdvoYdq13MM2O9j2eTKokmbkTPcWJj6JZEIUkVRyQh3A/s2048/taohairloungegracefullyvintagecollabdoublepic3.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1518" data-original-width="2048" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh3tqneDK3c2mPkEsYgrRM14ZA5OJkyW-bPA6smnWEGzAH4PNyEGYpntfWcgDph01rzDOkr2BX87JW2qhSk4XcGkxB36C-jsMJegdvoYdq13MM2O9j2eTKokmbkTPcWJj6JZEIUkVRyQh3A/s16000/taohairloungegracefullyvintagecollabdoublepic3.jpg" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg-TunrGLYbRGN7jqH4QyNQM5zz2HrvPSJz8dVhA1BMhlkq8_K9oW1B2BE6v9E-6EMW-a-CwmA1uy-wBJVCIDFaztTSuV5NJyfniIO6VNo4RjxO8q2J5XplUXPf7VXHphFUZPFPo0lVSBVK/s2048/taohairloungegracefullyvintagecollab46.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1365" data-original-width="2048" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg-TunrGLYbRGN7jqH4QyNQM5zz2HrvPSJz8dVhA1BMhlkq8_K9oW1B2BE6v9E-6EMW-a-CwmA1uy-wBJVCIDFaztTSuV5NJyfniIO6VNo4RjxO8q2J5XplUXPf7VXHphFUZPFPo0lVSBVK/s16000/taohairloungegracefullyvintagecollab46.jpg" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjIW3rU96yvQHQs8bV82NKUGjv7PuBoTRFy0vzvKGpLTV2hxktWtxcB90rssdIHHZ4sOlQkW0L-cgD0oL1alTI3gmL3Ke1E-rxlVMt7OBADvJ-z_ComLIsNFpig5uQRNuwdY-8WPDtBr9G4/s2048/taohairloungegracefullyvintagecollab28.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="1365" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjIW3rU96yvQHQs8bV82NKUGjv7PuBoTRFy0vzvKGpLTV2hxktWtxcB90rssdIHHZ4sOlQkW0L-cgD0oL1alTI3gmL3Ke1E-rxlVMt7OBADvJ-z_ComLIsNFpig5uQRNuwdY-8WPDtBr9G4/s16000/taohairloungegracefullyvintagecollab28.jpg" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">I was feeling sooooo good about myself with the end result. My hair looked and felt so lush, when I swished it around it moved so nicely and was really soft to touch. I felt like a new woman after feeling exhausted this particular week. My hair doesn't get oily and I can usually last a week between washes, I got just over a week out of my hair styled by Tao which you can see a few blog posts back too. I was feeling pretty fabulous all week, even when I was just hanging out at home.</div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiIC2c4MsQCDZGSNAN4Fdl3F9Z1KBS3iG2Q84hlOb_OPnkIdEJtwPfrQCdmfzgmDTZYleYzHDBX8vPgkaSAwjRlLIdzb3f4w_q3_dbN7tI6gAkkvsAF7i9A84VXeLfrquWgXg7okZTpapGq/s2048/taohairloungegracefullyvintagecollab29.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="1365" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiIC2c4MsQCDZGSNAN4Fdl3F9Z1KBS3iG2Q84hlOb_OPnkIdEJtwPfrQCdmfzgmDTZYleYzHDBX8vPgkaSAwjRlLIdzb3f4w_q3_dbN7tI6gAkkvsAF7i9A84VXeLfrquWgXg7okZTpapGq/s16000/taohairloungegracefullyvintagecollab29.jpg" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhnCMA2QVZMc-Tqb-ZRn26Jj7iav7aYISIWU2Wiv1QZi0I1B1dj6abO05fZL3qNE2lem0lkKPDHYk5QNsSuzz9h7CjtNgNn-wUJ84P2J6YFBA-e5Vvl6RIOLRuyY4eY2uTKaA1hwouBnrlG/s2048/taohairloungegracefullyvintagecollab37.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1365" data-original-width="2048" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhnCMA2QVZMc-Tqb-ZRn26Jj7iav7aYISIWU2Wiv1QZi0I1B1dj6abO05fZL3qNE2lem0lkKPDHYk5QNsSuzz9h7CjtNgNn-wUJ84P2J6YFBA-e5Vvl6RIOLRuyY4eY2uTKaA1hwouBnrlG/s16000/taohairloungegracefullyvintagecollab37.jpg" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Kate, owner of Tao Hair Lounge kindly gifted me this beautiful hair pack to take with for my hospital stay when I go into labour. A beautiful shampoo and conditioner, a body oil which can be used when I need Max to rub my back during labour and a really great hand cream which I am always in need of because I am prone to really sensitive skin on my hands. This was such a thoughtful gesture, Tao hair Lounge has a great range of Aveda products available for purchase and currently has Christmas gift packs too. </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjdkRQSWo3Dk1Lm65gFFx8K89QryirGL9tNy5xM6hXqV3XYyVXDCSmImiG-fB8jc9ocB-KRd1oFeLHzDf2LMrrmeKCDIilauahbR42uJdFL6pFZ1pByIHZ5v-noyGT_SkdU5fSyKem_5zed/s2048/taohairloungegracefullyvintagecollab30.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="1365" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjdkRQSWo3Dk1Lm65gFFx8K89QryirGL9tNy5xM6hXqV3XYyVXDCSmImiG-fB8jc9ocB-KRd1oFeLHzDf2LMrrmeKCDIilauahbR42uJdFL6pFZ1pByIHZ5v-noyGT_SkdU5fSyKem_5zed/s16000/taohairloungegracefullyvintagecollab30.jpg" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiWVGOXM9qC-mhjUkE5gUGKMHMhzaz6v6SfUfODBPVrs61z7QqIC6Ty30YO-gK7I3ObbOZvZWkPaCwNRiedXsV1cTwru15uP3iQFtw9X6aR6y-6GW3GZ5to1V9imkoY7wbx_aZWgFq-fB95/s2048/taohairloungegracefullyvintagecollab39.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; 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text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Although I was invited to Tao Hair Lounge I always aim to give an honest opinion on anything that is gifted/collaborated on my blog and don't take on any just anything or blog about something if I don't believe in it. </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">I feel like the photos do the talking from my enjoyment here on this particular day but also just being an observer as well I was able to see other clients having such a beautiful experience too. All of Tao's clients this particular day looked relaxed, happy, were laughing with their stylists and just really comfortable. Which essentially is how you want to feel when you have your hair done. Oh and to walk out feeling confident!</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Tao Hair Lounge is an Aveda salon, the Central Coasts only stockist (hair colouring, hair products and make-up), Aveda products are cruelty free, made from naturally-derived ingredients and have a lot of other positives. Things like this are always important to me, for my personal use/beliefs and when promoting a promoting a product on social media platforms. Salon owner Kate upon first contacting me also advised that all products are pregnancy safe which is also highly important to me as I grow our baby. </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">This has hands down been one of my most amazing hair salon experiences, I did not expect to experience whole other level of relaxation and a bit of indulgence like I did here. I felt really recharged and so much better than when I first walked in. </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Thank you so much for to Kate, Britt and the rest of her beautiful team for inviting me for a pamper sesh before bub arrives and making me feel beautiful! Everytime I refresh my hair over the past few weeks I am so happy with the way my curls form and the treatment has left my hair extra shiny and smooth.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">If you are a Central Coast local or planning on visiting you must book in with the team, you will not regret it! I was on cloud nine for the whole week and am still loving the results. </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><i>Kayla x</i></div>Kaylahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05111886005262624593noreply@blogger.com4tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2339097116462398725.post-28222346066776252482020-11-14T00:01:00.001+11:002020-11-14T00:02:00.852+11:00DIY Wattle Baubles for Christmas<p> </p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjdtxIX5I8MqXFUzJEZQ8gj7iOsuhuiiuxPsE4rHKrHeR3SEUKsUZFLfNcd_EQml7OrJqkdiZV5Cq-4pgXZlF39rkl2Y4y7JlhO1weX0gBQkeAIMafFGHv4Yp2yj_SPLuDJQbj9HMLRSiOa/s2048/christmaswattlegracefullyvintage1.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="1365" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjdtxIX5I8MqXFUzJEZQ8gj7iOsuhuiiuxPsE4rHKrHeR3SEUKsUZFLfNcd_EQml7OrJqkdiZV5Cq-4pgXZlF39rkl2Y4y7JlhO1weX0gBQkeAIMafFGHv4Yp2yj_SPLuDJQbj9HMLRSiOa/s16000/christmaswattlegracefullyvintage1.jpg" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">A little DIY project before I have the baby and it doesn't take too much effort at all! Wattle and really any Australian flora and fauna makes me happy so I had to make these cute little baubles to hang on the Christmas tree. </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiGRsibPuFSU-aGy8E0zIgkavXY-lOhzmk7RsMgKkEkAMbfyFjkeyCa07pxemSvvxOc9eDG9G_NECt4MWfbQ9BiFEUWxKwelwLHYDz7Xt8pNYnzT-y4wUvfJUb37nYhEm9GlQFU7TJB4XD6/s2048/christmaswattlegracefullyvintagedoublepic1.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1519" data-original-width="2048" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiGRsibPuFSU-aGy8E0zIgkavXY-lOhzmk7RsMgKkEkAMbfyFjkeyCa07pxemSvvxOc9eDG9G_NECt4MWfbQ9BiFEUWxKwelwLHYDz7Xt8pNYnzT-y4wUvfJUb37nYhEm9GlQFU7TJB4XD6/s16000/christmaswattlegracefullyvintagedoublepic1.jpg" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEixliI5ytGgyVTLhwnskivLRBBmk7sUbm1wxH6dDAKmIfjnFe-OBgrN3jF0du8Ta_Y-fXWupTmqWfHIgPbhyphenhyphen7FNsjP8Cw-2JCQmBVq9DfIeR4ssfXDQ3OhipKdhD3dypNIKezuWZEXi335l/s2048/christmaswattlegracefullyvintage2.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; 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text-align: center;"><i>Photos by me</i></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><i><br /></i></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">I bought the baubles at Spotlight for $3 on special for a pack of six so I bought four packs to make plenty. I was going to buy the artificial wattle from spotlight but they were out of stock at my local so I ended up buying some at Pillow Talk for $12 each, I bought two lots. I could have bought a nicer thin string to hang them with but just opted for white cotton which blends into our tinsel tree nicely. </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">The pictures pretty much show how easy these were to make, you just cut some of the wattle and leaves, position it into one half of the bauble and then close it with the other half and tie some cotton/string so it can be hung on the tree. My mum gave me another aritfical plant to use if I wanted to mix it up and this looked really pretty too. You could literally add anything into these, even a photo. This was quick, fun, simple to do and I love the end result! </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">I told Max we needed to get the tree out before I go into labour as I can't imagine wanting to set it up as we settle into life with a newborn. Now I just need to finish decorating the tree before the baby arrives! I bought a bunch of beautiful Australiana theme decorations today and they will all work so well together, I'm so excited about it all coming together!</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><i>Kayla x</i></div><br />Kaylahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05111886005262624593noreply@blogger.com4tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2339097116462398725.post-39929770108449212102020-11-12T20:32:00.001+11:002021-03-16T21:45:53.280+11:0038 Weeks<p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhoEol9AoxTvV8le2d89DKXW00mSojrY8KNI0zNo5I9PEyNos5U-IjKGW9eiBPhlUpzsFoL1XKnQrQjKi-xxp0qvr4Gp8TVVm4-03-HVVVe6rOVL8A_GiV1A075mK3cheNR18x9CNfz-X83/s2048/38sprinklegracefullyvintage1.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="1365" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhoEol9AoxTvV8le2d89DKXW00mSojrY8KNI0zNo5I9PEyNos5U-IjKGW9eiBPhlUpzsFoL1XKnQrQjKi-xxp0qvr4Gp8TVVm4-03-HVVVe6rOVL8A_GiV1A075mK3cheNR18x9CNfz-X83/s16000/38sprinklegracefullyvintage1.jpg" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; 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I'm not experiencing any back pain which I am thankful for, bub is sitting in a great position which I'm sure is assisting with the lack of back pain. </div><div style="text-align: left;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: left;">Sleep is still good for me (minus one day this week when I couldn't sleep much at all), even when I have to get up to go to the toilet during the night I can still fall back to sleep which is great. Getting as much as I can before the sleepless nights are here.</div><div style="text-align: left;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: left;">I have been experiencing light period like cramping this week, just a few days of it and then it went away but will return soon. And I have had Braxton Hicks or finally realised I was having them. They don't hurt but my whole stomach hardens and it feels like a tough shield, it then just goes away. </div><div style="text-align: left;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: left;">Everyday I am being kicked by this little angel and she continues to get stronger, Max thought she was going to kick her way out one night, he could see and feel the strong kicks and was in awe. Although she is so strong the kicks don't hurt, but when she pokes my cervix that can be a bit sore and make me twitch haha. It's great she moves so much everyday, as that is something you do not want to change and become a concern. </div><div style="text-align: left;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: left;">I'm now on weekly midwife appointments as I am very close to my due date. All of my checks were fine, blood pressure is good, baby's heartbeat is healthy, my belly (her growth) is measuring up perfectly with the gestation week and I'm still doing fine taking my iron supplements. I've been happy with my hospital care, all of the midwives I have seen have been really supportive, caring and knowledgeable. </div><div style="text-align: left;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: left;">I wonder how many more of these weekly updates I have left to go before Max and I have her in our arms. Every time I make a little noise or grunt as I move Max looks at me wondering if this is it, is she going into labour now?! Not long until the moment does come and what an experience it will be.</div><div style="text-align: left;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;">Kayla x</div>Kaylahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05111886005262624593noreply@blogger.com4tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2339097116462398725.post-69432840946109803522020-11-04T21:41:00.003+11:002021-03-16T21:46:06.363+11:0037 Weeks<p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjZikp04IvQoiVB-oQfHsmjlZ06etOne9sk6YEBDP1WR4vPfW5RJsiy_ZAaBU1s493_dwx4BVOynNP9l8jDnQVEx3D3RrsxoDw6JEW4LZ1ONSsEvbI6dg3chJ7Vqyq5O2luIp7aWx55fn_b/s2048/37weekssprinkle1.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="1365" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjZikp04IvQoiVB-oQfHsmjlZ06etOne9sk6YEBDP1WR4vPfW5RJsiy_ZAaBU1s493_dwx4BVOynNP9l8jDnQVEx3D3RrsxoDw6JEW4LZ1ONSsEvbI6dg3chJ7Vqyq5O2luIp7aWx55fn_b/s16000/37weekssprinkle1.jpg" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; 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I was able to feel more energised and not like I was going to faint or have nausea during the day. This was a feel good week and a surprise as I get to the end of my pregnancy. <div><br /></div><div>I went for a few swims at the beach, if you have been following me for a while you would probably know that going to the beach is probably one of my most favourite things to do. It's also extra nice when you are pregnant, you feel extra light in the water and it just refreshes the body and mind. </div><div><br /></div><div>I always wanted to try this swimwear brand and bought it on a whim really cheap on ebay a few months ago in a couple of sizes larger than my pre-pregnancy bod and I must say I felt pretty glam. The swimsuit is beautiful and comfortable to wear as well. </div><div><br /></div><div>There was a sad event this week. Our beautiful family dog of 14 years passed away on Sunday, she was getting quite old and it was just her time. She passed away at mum's in her bed, mum found her upon returning back from work but beforehand knew that it was her final day and let her know that she could go in peace and I think that Fifi needed to know that as she was one of the most loyal dogs. We've all been feeling down with her loss but the good memories of her help to ease the pain. Animals really do become family members so it is never easy to go a loss like this. I think I must have been 16 when we got her and she was my dream dog, I couldn't believe it when I had her in my arms. She will always be my bestie, beach dog and little love, I love you Fifi. Thank you for many years of love, fun and memories.</div><div><br /></div><div>Yesterday I had my midwife appointment. Like I said above, my iron levels/energy is so much better than a fortnight ago, if I hadn't felt an improvement I would have been advised to have an iron transfusion, which would more so help post partum. But I have been happy with the changes with the advised iron supplements. My belly is measuring up with the week of pregnancy I am in, blood pressure is good (it was a bit low last fortnight) and the baby's heartbeat is nice and strong. So all and all a good visit. I am now onto weekly midwife appointments as I am in the final stages of my pregnancy and could basically go into labour at anytime now, how crazy to be at this point!</div><div><br /></div><div>I also got to see my bestie Renee and her baby for a couple of hours on Monday which always makes me happy. I love when we can chat in person and then I get to hold her bub and have a hug, I still can't get over how cute she is and the way she smiles at me! She melts my heart and makes me sooo excited to meet my bub!</div><div><br /></div><div>I was also having a great hair week thanks to some pampering at a local salon I was invited to, <a href="https://taohairlounge.com.au/">Tao Hair Lounge</a>. I'm blogging about my experience very soon but omg they were amazing! </div><div><br /></div><div>After a productive week out and about and also around the house I am keen to have a few slower days as I feel a little bit more tired tonight after being extra active this week and the loss of Fifi. <br /><div><br /></div></div><div style="text-align: center;"><i>Kayla x</i></div><div style="text-align: center;"><i><br /></i></div><div style="text-align: left;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjdlOqg37gXPK8iLqoYyzZMop3oB-EAtX63uDHrwazpBd8lHWREgyNMAMmqzlxrJ80o0XAEd1mQYZVf7yE7ZLzPgwAWq7yMRA-AlCP1A7Illd2ipYFtHhX5SBTOdW5fNrZXCnoMI12X8Z1p/s2048/2020-11-02-062116404.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="1536" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjdlOqg37gXPK8iLqoYyzZMop3oB-EAtX63uDHrwazpBd8lHWREgyNMAMmqzlxrJ80o0XAEd1mQYZVf7yE7ZLzPgwAWq7yMRA-AlCP1A7Illd2ipYFtHhX5SBTOdW5fNrZXCnoMI12X8Z1p/w480-h640/2020-11-02-062116404.jpg" width="480" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; 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I wore this outfit back at 20 weeks so I thought it would be fun to recreate the look and blog it towards the end of the pregnancy - see blog post <a href="http://www.gracefullyvintage.com.au/2020/07/20-weeks.html">here</a>.<div><br /></div><div>When I had my last midwife appointment almost a fortnight ago (next one coming up next week) I had to have another blood test to check my iron levels, a couple of days after that the midwife advised me that my iron levels were quite low. That made sense and explained the extra exhaustion and light headness I had been feeling. I was advised a particular iron supplement and since taking it the past week everyday I can feel a big improvement which is great. I had to have another blood test just so they could look further into my iron stores, I haven't been called about that so hopefully it is looking okay! </div><div><br /></div><div>I have been feeling more pressure in my pelvis as bub engages further down and occasionally feel <i>lightening crotch</i> which is sharp pains in the pelvis. I have had little bursts of energy to do some more last minute cleaning and nesting around the house. </div><div><br /></div><div>I think since my iron levels have improved she has been crazy active in the womb, I know I say this each week but these are the biggest and strongest movements. Like alien stage of pregnancy where you can see her feet and limbs pushing so far out, I spend hours watching and feeling her move, it is truly amazing!</div><div><br /></div><div>Max and I are getting sooo excited each week and we keep imagining when we first meet her and what her little face looks like.</div><div><br /></div><div>I'm still doing my afternoon walks with Max and have continued with my exercise ball/pelvic floor exercises each day. I try to watch a birth video once or twice a day, Max usually watches too. I mainly watch birth vlogs on Youtube, they are really interesting and helpful, often giving a perspective of the birth partner too so it has been good for Max to see too. I'm also working on my breathing techniques, really trying to mentally prepare myself too as I really hope I have control over my mind during the labour as that is what will get me through so I don't lose the plot amongst the pain.</div><div><br /></div><div><div style="text-align: center;">Kayla x</div><div><br /></div></div>Kaylahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05111886005262624593noreply@blogger.com4tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2339097116462398725.post-77862905564515055162020-10-24T22:16:00.004+11:002021-03-16T21:46:37.315+11:00What's in my hospital Bag?!<p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg8tbwqA_KDiHkkQpSZvDpb3FkkFEFavHLQtpNVSSLJqY3PLraHrJQpHL1bgVIyucGMXp9yQ66DtF30cVaiMBPtXGr5WcuRCxSe-rLfDelX0y4AhOsGcpyCh5vRufNHetS4g5Aa-VuohLft/s2048/sprinklehospitalbag1.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="1365" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg8tbwqA_KDiHkkQpSZvDpb3FkkFEFavHLQtpNVSSLJqY3PLraHrJQpHL1bgVIyucGMXp9yQ66DtF30cVaiMBPtXGr5WcuRCxSe-rLfDelX0y4AhOsGcpyCh5vRufNHetS4g5Aa-VuohLft/s16000/sprinklehospitalbag1.jpg" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; 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text-align: center;"><br /></div><p></p><p>It was requested on Instagram that I share my hospital packing list. I am known for being an overpacker but am trying to be as sensible and practical as I can be though reading through this list seems like a lot, it doesn't look like that much once packed. I have referred to the hospital bag list given to me by the midwives at my hospital, read lists online and asked my best friend who had a baby two months ago to make sure I'm on the right track. If you have any recommendations feel free to share.</p><p><br /></p><p>My stuff, Max and the babies stuff has all been packed in one standard suitcase.</p><p><br /></p><p><b>Me</b></p><p>- Two loose nightys (one of them buttons down for breastfeeding/the other is quite loose and easy to slip down.</p><p>- An older cotton dressing gown for a cover up</p><p>- A few breastfeeding bras</p><p>- 3 packs Maternity pads/underwear</p><p>- 6x large "granny" undies</p><p>- Loose pair of pants</p><p>- L loose long sleeve top</p><p>- Thongs (flip-flops/sandals)</p><p>- Hair ties</p><p>- Lip balm</p><p>- Aveda small shampoo + conditioner <a href="https://taohairlounge.com.au/">c/o Tao Hair Lounge</a></p><p>- Aveda body oil for massage <a href="https://taohairlounge.com.au/">c/o Tao Hair Lounge</a></p><p>- Aveda hand Cream <a href="https://taohairlounge.com.au/">c/o Tao Hair Lounge</a></p><p>- Tooth brush and toothpaste</p><p>- Facewash (not pictured) </p><p>- Moisteriser </p><p>- Soap and soap container (not pictured)</p><p>- Deodorant</p><p>- Small amount of make-up </p><p>- Make-up wipes</p><p>- Paw paw ointment </p><p>- Shower cap</p><p>- Hair Serum</p><p>- Reusable breast pads</p><p>- Going home outfit, I'm packing a comfortable dress</p><p><br /></p><p><b>Max</b></p><p>- Another outfit: spare tshirt, short/long sleeve track pants, underwear, possibly another jumper. </p><p>- swim shorts</p><p>- thongs (flip-flops/sandals)</p><p><br /></p><p><b>Baby </b></p><p>- 3 x newborn onsies (variation of short and long sleeve)</p><p>- 3 x 0-3month onsies (variation of short and long sleeve)</p><p>-2 x newborn singlets</p><p>- 3 x muslin swaddles</p><p>- 1 blanket/wrap</p><p>- Bonnets, mittens and socks</p><p>- A pack of newborn nappies + a few extras</p><p>- Nappy cream</p><p>- Announcement plaque </p><p>- Car seat already installed in car</p><p><br /></p><p><b>My Mum</b></p><p>She will pack something similar to Max, spare outfit and thongs with any other essentials she needs and have them ready to go at her house.</p><p><br /></p><p><b>Other</b></p><p>- Phone chargers</p><p>- Cameras with chargers (only one photo pictured as I was shooting these photos with my main camera), a few different lenses, spare sd cards, batteries, tripod, extension cord and power board.</p><p>- Change for watching tv in hospital</p><p>- Bag of snacks e.g. healthy snacks, lollies and some of Max's favourite tea</p><p><br /></p><p><b>Things to grab as we head out the door</b></p><p>- Phone chargers</p><p>- ID, medicare, purse with some change</p><p>- Keys</p><p>- Any other essential handbag items</p><p>- Antenatal Record</p><p><br /></p><p>There are some things possibly missing, some may be added or removed but I feel so much more organised at 36 weeks that the bag is pretty much ready to go when our baby decides it's time to make an appearance.</p><p style="text-align: center;"><i>Kayla x</i></p>Kaylahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05111886005262624593noreply@blogger.com4tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2339097116462398725.post-84202008357591110632020-10-23T20:53:00.001+11:002021-03-16T21:46:46.866+11:0035 Weeks<div class="separator" style="clear: both; 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I forgot to take my usual weekly wrap pics on my camera but instead just pulled together a bunch of photos from our phones and there are some good ones (at least I think so haha). </div><div><br /></div><div>For the most part I of course felt very exhausted as usual, though I did feel really good on the Saturday during this week and so we took the opportunity to head out to the beach because I so desperately wanted to swim in the ocean, Max took in the ocean breeze laying on the beach and baby got to here waves crashing on my body, she was probably thinking "wtf is that?!" </div><div>The following days after that I just wanted to sleep and take it easy, I was back to feeling tired. I just kept up with some small tasks around house, finalised most of my hospital bag and whatever else I needed to do. </div><div><br /></div><div>My midwife appointment went well, I am still measuring up well with the week of pregnancy I am in, blood pressure was slightly low, the protein check in my urine was fine and the baby's heartbeat was nice and strong, I had to drop my strep b swab to pathology after too, I was able to do this at home before bringing in the sample which was good. </div><div><br /></div><div>I did almost faint on my way into the appointment. A combination of feeling slightly nauseous, a little bit anxious before the appointment and a very swirly carpark made me have a hot flush and want to drop. So I laid on a bench outside of the hospital with mum until I felt ready to move. I was 10 minutes late to my appointment and if you know me I hate being late but the midwives didn't mind which made me feel better. Though I did get a bit faint again and had to lay down in the room but after all of that I was okay, not a fun feeling though - there is no getting used to it.</div><div><br /></div><div>It's just been more exhaustion, hot flushes, trying to get comfy in bed each night and some heartburn/intergestion when I hop into bed.</div><div><br /></div><div>I don't feel fully awake until around midday, baby moves sooo much, she still shakes me around in the mornings which leads to some nausea but I am glad that she still moves so constantly or I would get very worried. </div><div><br /></div><div>Max continues to be super excited about her arrival each week and is always talking to my tummy, it's so cute! He is very proud of the baby bump which is so sweet and he takes such good care of me. </div><div><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;"><i>Kayla x</i></div>Kaylahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05111886005262624593noreply@blogger.com39tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2339097116462398725.post-48682666344126333262020-10-15T22:21:00.001+11:002021-03-16T21:46:58.390+11:0034 Weeks<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh9nk3S8GD7KjRV-flLE8YRNMQ9UBndh8tudVxM_miKUnAuXLxhu_SuQxL5oyJWNve6SUnsDvlkQzPLROWiiA284jsCRQ0kArOOPymcXkTSOl8Ibt4atIQXdQzlCLLSEJre-ah122Vis9DI/s2048/34weekssprinkle1.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="1365" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh9nk3S8GD7KjRV-flLE8YRNMQ9UBndh8tudVxM_miKUnAuXLxhu_SuQxL5oyJWNve6SUnsDvlkQzPLROWiiA284jsCRQ0kArOOPymcXkTSOl8Ibt4atIQXdQzlCLLSEJre-ah122Vis9DI/s16000/34weekssprinkle1.jpg" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; 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It was so nice and peaceful there, great for chatting and for the other girls to meet Renee's baby for the first time. It made me so happy that this little bub is starting to remember me, as I held her she started to smile at me straight away, love being Aunty Kayla and it's still surreal to see my best friend with her baby no earth side and what a beautiful mother she has become (though I always knew she would be). I was feeling pretty good this particular day which was great so I was really able to enjoy my time with these gorgeous girls. </div><div><br /></div><div>34 weeks has been interesting. I felt relatively normal (but still pretty exhausted for half of it), one morning I made a lovely brunch for Max and I and then instantly brought it all back up. I went to the shops with my mum, she picked me up and I started fainting in the car within 5 minutes (sorry mum) and then a majority of the mornings I try to shake off the nauseous feeling which is usually from the baby kicking/punching and rolling around though I wouldn't want her to stop, I always feel at ease knowing she's still wriggling around inside me. Oh and more hot flushes. By 12pm ish I feel a bit more normal and awake most days and then I can do a bit more around the house, occasionally having a nap too in the afternoon.</div><div><br /></div><div>This week I have been starting to eat 4-5 medjool dates a day, trying to drink a sufficient amount of red raspberry tea, more pelvic floor exercises - incorporating my gym ball and been continuing going on a 30 minute walk with Max most evenings. </div><div><br /></div><div>My hospital bag is almost all packed now too, I just need to add a few toiletries and buy a few more healthy snacks. I'll post my hospital bag list soon as that has been requested on Instagram. </div><div><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;"><i>Kayla x</i></div>Kaylahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05111886005262624593noreply@blogger.com5tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2339097116462398725.post-91576513728828133272020-10-09T21:53:00.001+11:002021-03-16T21:47:06.639+11:0033 Weeks<p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj6nDLPwNjxLRsXgOFd-xzR14Jnzpfkh9MUu7YfhR9Ogf-7SFcARBwa1PmTfJDwKOtlGYDXvcFqMmCkUQG1Q-aAyN9kA0MpmYugsGmFKFhI7rjbgyZbeR_vbPScy3tFVXJq2C9faHDALX5A/s2048/33weekssprinkle1.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="1365" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj6nDLPwNjxLRsXgOFd-xzR14Jnzpfkh9MUu7YfhR9Ogf-7SFcARBwa1PmTfJDwKOtlGYDXvcFqMmCkUQG1Q-aAyN9kA0MpmYugsGmFKFhI7rjbgyZbeR_vbPScy3tFVXJq2C9faHDALX5A/s16000/33weekssprinkle1.jpg" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; 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text-align: center;"><i>Photos by mum</i></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><i><br /></i></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">33 weeks feels like a bit of a blur reflecting back on it, my energy was quite good for half the week and then the second half I just felt like sleeping all day. I can officially say that we are having a baby next month, OMG! Each week I can't believe how much the bump grows, I am so amazed by what my body is doing and how it changes.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">I had my antenatal appointment this week and my blood pressure was looking pretty normal again, good to know that resting at home has helped. Each appointment the midwife measures my stomach and it is measuring up perfectly which I was pleased to hear. I had my next anti d shot for my negative blood type and asked a bunch of questions about the pelvic floor exercises I'm doing/want to increase and if I could start drinking raspberry leaf tea and eating dates yet. And of course they checked for her heartbeat which sounded nice and strong. </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">My hospital bag is almost packed, I just need a few more small things but am feeling more organised about that. I got to catch up with my bestie and her newborn bub this week too, I got to have a cuddle and she gave me the cutest smiles. </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Max and I have been going on evening walks by the waterfront most days for fresh air and exercise, along with any exercise at home. Whenever we go on walks I feel the baby's foot poking out just under my ribs and when I touch it she pulls it back in - it's pretty cute! Mine be pretty light, mainly focusing on pelvic floor muscles. I've been making sure to nourish my body with good food though I have the occasional treat too, all in moderation. </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Any mail I receive these days is baby related and I'm not gonna lie, I get excited for it!</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">This week I have mainly felt: exhausted, heart burn, acid reflux, a couple restless sleeps as I try to get into comfortable positions in bed and just lots of baby movement which is always the best. </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><i><br /></i></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><i> Kayla x</i></div><p></p>Kaylahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05111886005262624593noreply@blogger.com4tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2339097116462398725.post-50511717730779351512020-10-01T20:34:00.004+10:002021-03-16T21:47:22.833+11:0032 Weeks<p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; 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text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiujU3bTbIuhL_Tc8Vo6KLz4nTfHSjKlIBsGEWGY-xMTQ1FW7DzlUp0iIVvwcS8-Nc_NM7H2RcLF12IbaztD6o_XDSsgRWXqltRBiW9i-XmgEwqYvl7x4jJTb6pp_uvCn8eLVh-lw1ctmLO/s2048/32weekssprinkle12.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1365" data-original-width="2048" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiujU3bTbIuhL_Tc8Vo6KLz4nTfHSjKlIBsGEWGY-xMTQ1FW7DzlUp0iIVvwcS8-Nc_NM7H2RcLF12IbaztD6o_XDSsgRWXqltRBiW9i-XmgEwqYvl7x4jJTb6pp_uvCn8eLVh-lw1ctmLO/s16000/32weekssprinkle12.jpg" /></a><i>Photos by mum</i></div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;"><i> Top - Kmart </i></div><div style="text-align: center;"><i>Pants - Made by mum</i></div><div style="text-align: center;"><i>Sandals - Porronet </i></div><div style="text-align: center;"><i><br /></i></div><div style="text-align: left;">32 weeks, another week of feeling tired but I had the luxury of being on leave early to lay around and get some much needed rest.</div><div style="text-align: left;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: left;">I have been meaning to take photos of this outfit for the past few weeks because I have worn it so much and it is one of favourite maternity outfits so far. My clever mum made these pants for herself a while ago but they weren't the right size so she let me try them on a month ago and they accommodate this growing bump so well and I love the look of them and the textured cotton fabric, combined with this elasticised top that she gave me as well, they are the perfect match. This outfit is sooo comfortable but I also feel super cool in it haha! Believe me, all I want is comfort and an outfit that is cool for the warmer weather. </div><div style="text-align: left;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: left;">I felt nauseas most of the week and the previous weeks, but this week particularly from the moment I wake up until about 12.30pm - so I usually just take it easy and lay around because I honestly don't feel like doing much else. Baby has been rolling and kicking me about which I'm sure was contributing. As much as I hate nausea there is always comfort in feeling her move... Even if she has discovered that she can kick my ribs now. </div><div style="text-align: left;">I have still been having the third trimester hot flushes which I do not enjoy, hence why the cool layered outfits are a must, I usually just grab an ice pack from the freezer and pop it on my head or blast the air conditioning and then I eventually feel normal again. </div><div style="text-align: left;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: left;">I keep falling asleep during the day, try to do little things here and there when I feel okay for a while. The rest at home now being on leave from work has really helped me though, I didn't realise that I needed to slow down a bit and take care of myself some more. </div><div style="text-align: left;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: left;">Max continues to rub the bump, talk to baby girl and we both just get more and more excited to meet her. I love how proud he is of this growing bump and he is proud of me during this pregnancy. It's lovely just how supportive and caring he has been since the day we found out. </div><div style="text-align: left;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: left;">I have started packing my hospital bag and am hoping to get to the shops to pick up some more things I need, though I'm dreading going to the shops, they have made me feel nauseas this whole paranoid... Well that combined with a pandemic even though it is somewhat under control here in nsw. I will get in and out as quick as possible. I also want to get my eyebrows waxed and my hair trimmed within the fortnight.</div><div style="text-align: left;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: left;">My next antenatal appointment is coming up soon, these are now fortnightly appointments but soon weekly as I get closer and closer to delivering our baby. </div><div style="text-align: left;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;"><i>Kayla x</i></div><p></p>Kaylahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05111886005262624593noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2339097116462398725.post-86137443559951103592020-10-01T18:46:00.002+10:002021-03-16T21:47:35.397+11:0031 Weeks<p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiXYA68-xlmaJc0Qwwa-ZsK8ch-gvDhp4fHUBPZLm_917cypF8LKbvIhd4ZqHb4DshKkoqU8cK4mZMlCXeBoX505ASff53QOuBLGwYNWy7mGya3hyphenhyphenj7P1K5u0bMwKG0MNFarFv0OejaBNdq/s2048/31weekssprinkle1.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1365" data-original-width="2048" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiXYA68-xlmaJc0Qwwa-ZsK8ch-gvDhp4fHUBPZLm_917cypF8LKbvIhd4ZqHb4DshKkoqU8cK4mZMlCXeBoX505ASff53QOuBLGwYNWy7mGya3hyphenhyphenj7P1K5u0bMwKG0MNFarFv0OejaBNdq/s16000/31weekssprinkle1.jpg" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; 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The exhaustion just suddenly hit me and to be honest I was not feeling that great the week prior too. </div><div style="text-align: left;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: left;">My job is pretty busy and fast paced, which I love normally but it got a bit tricky when I hit the third trimester of pregnancy. For a couple of weeks I was also experiencing some lightheadedness again which is not fun when you are working and I just felt a little out of it at times. </div><div style="text-align: left;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: left;">One of my last midwife appointments around this time indicated that my blood pressure had gotten quite low which made sense with how I was feeling. This whole pregnancy my blood pressure has been good but I think I was just feeling a little run down. I started getting faint in my antenatal appointment this particular week as well and had to lay down before leaving. </div><div style="text-align: left;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: left;">It was advised if possible to go on maternity leave a bit earlier if possible, Max and I thought that it was probably for the best too so I could just get some more rest whilst also getting myself ready for labour mentally and physically. I'm on leave a month earlier and thankful to be in a position where I do have the option to do so and to also have a supportive workplace too.</div><div style="text-align: left;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: left;">I almost didn't snap photos on my camera this particular week but we managed to take a few quick ones near my mums house which I'm glad we did whilst these flowers were in bloom too, we usually take photos in this spot each year. </div><div style="text-align: left;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;"><i>Kayla x</i></div><p></p>Kaylahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05111886005262624593noreply@blogger.com4tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2339097116462398725.post-52701802479006491462020-09-24T16:02:00.004+10:002021-03-16T21:47:44.344+11:00Capriosca Swimwear - Maternity Friendly<p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjD0oHy-aGeg6UMia9lxeFdTP859MwcEKPUiiMhhK00Oj11pnmtj-mFLOWWTRYKkVabM_zleIPkAb4reUlRFOoJTBfhKhpJf8ZJ2ojDjk_hb25XcTGr76oIQilWL6QBmpXLjt3j0jFtH_ov/s2048/caprioscacollab30weeksgracefullyvintage7.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; 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I haven't done a lot of collaborations this past year as I needed a break but as a swimwear and beach lover I was excited to do a little maternity friendly swimwear collab. </div><div style="text-align: left;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: left;">I worked with this brand in January (see post <a href="http://www.gracefullyvintage.com.au/2020/01/capriosca-swimwear.html" target="_blank">here</a>) and am already a big fan of their swimwear, I got a lot of wear out of the last swimsuit I featured last summer so I was excited to try another one, this time with a baby bump!</div><div style="text-align: left;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: left;">Last collab pre-pregnancy I wore their size small and it was a perfect fit. For this collaboration this swimsuit isn't specifically maternity but after a size discussion with the team they sent me a size 12 and it is a perfect fit (and comfortable). </div><div style="text-align: left;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: left;">The textured navy blue fabric is gorgeous, I love the twist design on the bust but my favourite feature is the removable straps and the fact that this swimsuit actually stays in place when they are removed. It is such a timeless piece and I felt pretty good about myself in it - the bump looks good too! </div><div style="text-align: left;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: left;">I definitely still recommend this brand after a second collaboration and the have such a vast sizing range which includes AU10-22. Love that!</div><div style="text-align: left;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;"><i>Kayla x</i></div>Kaylahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05111886005262624593noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2339097116462398725.post-51660571927671463522020-09-15T21:05:00.004+10:002021-03-16T21:47:54.299+11:0030 Weeks<p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiUnWOqMkgn3qD0WEh6SLuWNPYELfV4MaAoF7yG5qSvvRN_l07CeYNfBp0Mt9A2XqKZxpuPFu31ixSwp0um294gcmKDKAIjAjIRGwacktom7ZGyfSBM3qSqrJ_1REKjy_HhVNNKzjURukKc/s2048/30weekssprinkle2.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="1365" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiUnWOqMkgn3qD0WEh6SLuWNPYELfV4MaAoF7yG5qSvvRN_l07CeYNfBp0Mt9A2XqKZxpuPFu31ixSwp0um294gcmKDKAIjAjIRGwacktom7ZGyfSBM3qSqrJ_1REKjy_HhVNNKzjURukKc/s16000/30weekssprinkle2.jpg" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; 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It sounds like we are really in the home stretch now! Also yay for my husband Max making an appearance on the blog! So happy to get some more cute photos together to remember this time in our lives. </div><div style="text-align: left;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: left;">As you can probably tell, this bump just keeps growing which is fantastic and I'm still trying to put together cute but comfy outfits on my day off. </div><div style="text-align: left;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: left;">For the most part of the week, mainly my working part of the week my energy levels have been quite high. But now I am exhausted after a somewhat busy couple of days off and pushing myself a little too much. Early night for me I think, that should restore my energy a bit - I hope since I'm back to work tomorrow. </div><div style="text-align: left;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: left;">Baby girl continues to kick, push and dance the days away throughout the day. It really feels like we are communicating in a way, especially when her hand or foot presses against my hand resting on my stomach which is always a surreal and amazing feeling. Max gets to feel and watch her move all the time, she always perks up when he rubs my belly when we're having a cuddle. </div><div style="text-align: left;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: left;">The main things to happen this week are the up and downs of my energy, lots of movement and to my excitement/surprise a tiny little bit of breast leakage! My next antenatal appointment is next Tuesday which will be good to check on things and of course hear her heartbeat again. </div><div style="text-align: left;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: left;">I got a little light headed today in the heat, not a big enough breakfast and going to hard out on some blog photos at the beach. After a lay down, water and a feed I was fine but as I was trying to regain myself there she was kicking around and having a dance party, there is no stopping this little one haha!</div><div style="text-align: left;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: left;">I am aiming to write and start packing my hospital bag over the next fortnight so I better get onto that asap!</div><div style="text-align: left;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;">Kayla x</div>Kaylahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05111886005262624593noreply@blogger.com5