Like many pregnancies can be mine was also a little rocky in the first trimester, specifically weeks 7-13, and my nausea and smell/food aversions went away fully at week 15/16.

I’m sharing some products that helped get me through the tough days, got me more comfortable, and also anything else I found helpful.

With any skincare products or medications be sure to double check with your OB for what’s best for you!

Click here to find out. Pregnancy essentials at Brandi Soileau.

Schuyler surprised me with a trip to Broken Bow, OK the first two days in December, and it’s a place that had been on my list for a year or so, so I was very happy about the trip destination. We had the absolute best time and stayed in quite possibly the best rental property I’ve ever stayed in, anywhere. Who knew Oklahoma was so beautiful?!

It’s about a 2.5-3 hour drive from Dallas, TX and we arrived around 6:30pm on a Tuesday night.

Click here to find out. 48 Hours in Broken Bow, OK at Brandi Soileau.

My wishlist items that I’m asking for this year. Hope this helps! ​​​​​​​Click on any item below or the words to shop it directly.

Brightening Pads (so good I had to share, can’t link, but you can find on Jordan Harper’s website- google it) // Veja sneakers // Our Place Always Pan (replaces 8 pans + on sale for $95 with code SUPERSALE // Sweater lounge top // Vitamin C serum // Cell phone mini printer // Nars bronzer in ‘Laguna’ // Charlotte Tilbury foundation // Lounge joggers // Mini polaroid camera // Converse high tops // Tretorn sneakers // Pullover sweatshirt (lots of color options) // Matching joggers // Vitamix // Ember travel mug // Mini LED fridge

If you found this post useful be sure to check o​​​​​​​ut my other gift guides:

Luxury gifts for her

Tech gifts

Click here to find out. My Wishlist at Brandi Soileau.

Luxury gifts for her. Kind of want it all. Hope this helps! ​​​​​​​Click on any item below or the words to shop it directly.

Cute frame button (it rings!) // Ember travel mug (WANT) // Nugget ice maker (best price I’ve seen) // Beverage fridge // Golden Goose sneakers // Barefoot dreams ribbed throw // Custom house portrait // Vitamix blender (has been on my list) // YSL card holder // Always pan (have heard great things!) // Mother of pearl mosaic cocktail shaker // Gorgeous floor mirror

If you found this post useful be sure to check o​​​​​​​ut my other gift guides:​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​

Cozy gifts for her

Gifts for parents

Click here to find out. Luxury Gifts for Her at Brandi Soileau.

Cozy gifts for her. You won’t want to leave home! Hope this helps! ​​​​​​​Click on any item below or the words to shop it directly.

Heart lounge set // Best hot chocolate // Diptyque berries candle // Handsoap + lotion // Essential oil towelettes // Gold monogram mug // Shiatsu massager // Marble wine cooler // Ember warming mug (must-have) // Smeg electric kettle // Succulents // Magnolia Table 2 cookbook // Handwritten recipe cutting board // Peppermint bark fudge bites (NEED) // Chenille Robe (Barefoot Dreams dupe)

If you found this post useful be sure to check o​​​​​​​ut my other gift guides:​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​

Best beauty gifts

Stocking Stuffers

Click here to find out. Cozy Gifts for Her at Brandi Soileau.

Gifts for her under $30. Lots of favorites. Hopefully this helps! Click on any item below or the words to shop it directly.

14 piece bar tools set // Personalized name earrings // Bluetooth shower wine holder // 3-in-1 charging dock // Kate Spade lunch tote (we bought this for Schuyler’s sis last year) // Pocket wine aerator // Custom city ring // LED mini fridge w/mirror door // Essential oil diffuser // Wine night kit // Long stem wine glasses // Soft knit throw blanket (+ tons of colors) // Sugar lip balm // Pom slippers // Knot pearl headbands

If you found this post useful be sure to check o​​​​​​​ut my other gift guides:

Gifts for men

Stocking stuffers

Click here to find out. Gifts for Her Under $30 at Brandi Soileau.

Stocking stuffers ideas. Hopefully this helps! Click on any item below or the words to shop it directly.

​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​Scalp Brush // Cozy Pom Socks // Fun Stocking // Gold Huggie Earrings // Tall Cozy Socks // Moisturizing Spray Hand Sanitizer // Monogram Phone Case // BEST eye masks ($3!) // Facial Lifting Tool // Coconut Scent Clear Lip Gloss (love this stuff) // Neutral Pink Lip Stain // Custom Letter Necklace // Carhartt Beanie (kids size fits best)

If you found this post useful be sure to check o​​​​​​​ut my other gift guides:

Gifts for her under $30

Gifts for parents

Click here to find out. Stocking Stuffers at Brandi Soileau.

Gifts for men in your life. Hopefully this helps! Click on any item below or the words to shop it directly.

​​​​​​​​​​​​​​Patagonia Zip Pullover // Plush Robe // Seamless T-Shirt // Adidas Beanie // Cotton Joggers // Record Player // Toiletries + Travel Bag // Sneakers // Black Watch (Obsessed) // Ugg Slippers // Wireless Earbuds​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​

If you found this post useful be sure to check o​​​​​​​ut my other gift guides:​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​

​​​​​​​​​​​​​​Stocking Stuffers

Holiday Beauty Gift Guide

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A few  weeks ago I had the opportunity to head back to a city where I used to live, Houston, TX, and stay in my favorite area in the city, CityCentre! CityCentre, is an outdoor shopping/dining/family friendly space near Memorial City Mall. It has grown so much since I lived there a few years ago, and I love it even more now!

I had the pleasure of staying at Hotel Sorella, a boutique hotel in CityCentre, and it was everything I expected and more.

Click here to find out. Weekend Stay in Houston at Hotel Sorella at Brandi Soileau.

My Stay in Charleston at The Restoration Hotel,
with a City Round Up

*Comfiest robes, ever!

*Yummy breakfast basket they brought to our room

My Hotel Stay

When I think of Charleston-or, what I thought before visiting-is small, quaint, pastel houses and buildings, and good food. That’s all I really knew. Oh, and King Street. And Southern Charm.

Click here to find out. My Stay in Charleston at The Restoration Hotel, with a City Round Up at Brandi Soileau.