I don’t know if this only applies to first time Moms or Moms that have babies several years apart but holy moly the products and information out there are… overwhelming, to say the least. I have been reading about and researching lots of baby items from pacifiers to strollers to camera monitors for a few months now and the best thing I can say is that I have probably heard of everything on the market.

Click here to find out. Baby items we’ve bought so far at Brandi Soileau.

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.

Hi, welcome back! I wanted to write this post for anyone that has an interest in what to expect when expecting. So cliche, I know. But, for a near 35 year old woman that’s spent most of her life just “living” life-traveling, date night dinners, drinks with friends, getting up early on a Saturday and exploring the city, etc.-I admittedly never stopped to truly learn about my body… and especially about pregnancy. 

Sure, I’ve had friends and family over the years become new Moms, and I’ve shared in their feelings of excitement by sending my “Yay!!!

Click here to find out. First Trimester Breakdown and Recap at Brandi Soileau.

Allow me to blow the dust off of BrandiSoileau.com please. It has been FAR too long since I last sat down to just write. I’ll be honest, I’ve never considered myself a strong writer, so I just sort of avoid it. When I started this online journey over 3 years ago I naively intended to just share outfits on Instagram. Then discovered you truly need a blog that is 100% your own thing, and that intimidated me.

Click here to find out. Surprise! We are having a baby! Our pregnancy story + how I found out 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.

Tech gifts for anyone that loves gadgets in your family. Lots of cool things! Hope this helps! ​​​​​​​Click on any item below or the words to shop it directly.

Outdoor projector // Cell phone bluetooth printer // Auto vac (I’ve had this for 2 years and love) // Air fryer // Arc mouse (comfy, snaps flat for travel) // Hot & cold brew coffee maker // SodaStream // Hard surface spray mop​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​

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

Best beauty gifts​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​

Gifts for her under $30

Click here to find out. Tech Gifts 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 parents and in-laws. Lots of kitchen gadgets and personalized options. Hope this helps! Click on any item below or the words to shop it directly.

Nespresso + frother (MAJOR sale, $124.99 (save $163)) // Bread maker // Family tree wood slice art // Etched coupe glasses // Dipping Oil Set // Hotel gel pillows (2) // 10 piece Pyrex glass set // Family date sign // Williams Sonoma ham & cheese croissants // Design rolling pins set (6) // Le Creuset dutch oven // Personalized family mugs // Bedside/couch caddy

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 Parents at Brandi Soileau.