Mini Photo Shoot

So I took C out the other day to snap a few quick shots of her in this adorable dress. We did our annual photos for daddy for Fathers Day and then got a few good ones of just our girl goofing off and being cute. She LOVES having her picture taken so much in fact that she got upset when we were done. We also took some maternity photos with our photographer last week, I'll post some here when I get them back and at the shoot she got sad when we tried to take photos of just me. 

Dress we have both the pink and cream, I love them both!  | Shoes we have these in gold | Bow older similar here 

I love this kid so much! 

She kept twirling, I am so grateful I got some addable twirling shots. 

Cutest soon to be BIG SISTER ever! 

XOXO

Easter Weekend

We had a fabulous weekend! C was in her glory, she literally loved each and every minute of this weekend. I loved how much she enjoyed it and it was so cool watching her get so into it this year. She is still talking about the egg hunt and reenacting it for us which is quite possibly the cutest thing ever. 

Dress Similar here | Bag from two years ago but its pottery barn kids

On Saturday our neighborhood had an adorable egg hunt, we went last year but this year was way better mainly because C was so much more into it. She immediately got the concept and went straight for as many eggs as she could have. She filled up her whole bag, Steve and I were every impressed with her egg seeking skills. After we wrapped the egg hunt there was a petting zoo, pony rides, bounce house, games, a balloon artist, face painter and a photo booth. We didn't do everything but we did what we could and she loved it! 

Sunday morning started off with out own little family egg hun thanks to the "Easter Bunny". C made out like a bandit, she was so impressed by her basket and her pink puppy her immediate reaction was "I can't believe it" we spend the rest of the morning playing with her new toys and hanging out. Sunday was beautiful outside we had brunch with a bunch of friends, it was so fun and yummy. C was a real trooper since it took 3 hours to eat and it was way past her nap time. All and all it was a lovely day just a little long for a 2 year old. 

C dress | C Sweater | C shoes | C headband | Steve Shirt | My Dress 

xoxo 

Valentines Day with Kiddos

One of my favorite holidays is right around the corner and I can't wait! Yes folks you heard that right I love Valentines day. I have loved this holiday for forever, maybe its the chocolate, candy or love in the air that does it to me but I am an fan.

Our tiny Valentine | Newborn Photos 2014

Things change after you have kiddos and its no longer about all the champagne you can drink and finding the hottest restaurant it eat at. Honestly I would be happy with a good burger and a movie date with my husband. Which is exactly what we are doing tonight! Yay me!  I wanted to do some fun things to get the peanut excited about Valentines day. So here are some fun kid friendly activities and outings to do.

Valentines 2015

1) Send Valentines, super fun even though we didn't get around to it this year. There are so many fun DIY valentines. I linked a video to my favorite ideas here. We also made this super cute Valentine day hug for Daddy.

2) Heart shaped snacks
We are all about anything food related over here, it gets her so excited and is pretty simple to do!

3) Go out on a "date" with your kiddos either together or just with mom or dad to make it special.
We are planing on taking the peanut to u-pick some oranges this weekend (on Valentines day) She loved picking the pears so much we thought it would be a great Valentines family activity. I read all about it here.

Valentines 2016

Whatever you decide to do or however you spend your Valentines Day I hope it's filled with lots of love!

XOXO

Toddler Fall Fun

Despite it being back in the low 90's over here we have been up to a ton of fall themed activities. C has been having a blast! Friday we went back to Tanaka farms and did the free wagon ride, she loved it! Then we headed over to the corn maze which despite the heat was quite fun. After that we took few photos with the pumpkins and called it a day. This mama forgot how dirty it is over there "hello it's a farm" and needed a foot bath the second we got home. 

Tshirt | Shoes 

Then Monday we took her apple pear picking, apparently the u-pick apples are only on the weekends. Silly me I didn't realize that when I looked at the site. Regardless she had so much fun and we loved watching her. The wether was perfect mid 50's so we were soaking up every minute of this fall activity we could. C really loved helping daddy pick the pears and would yell "PULL" when she grabbed the stick to pick one. She would then place all the pears in the bag one by one and if any fell out she would go "oh oh" and "count them back into the bag.

Pick pears with daddy! 

Dress old | Shoes old similar here | Bow 

 She was waving at dad, love that they have pumpkins on the vine here.

 The fall weather was so nice it felt like home. 

Our little model. 

Then yesterday we mad sour way over to the Irvine Park railroad with some friends and went on the Choo Choo, took tons of photos and C had her first experience in a bounce house. I have to admit I am not a huge fan of bounce houses, the germaphobe in me doesn't love the idea and my  claustrophobia doesn't help either. But she's her one person so she went in and loved it while I was armed with antibacterial for when she got out. She kept yelling at me "mamma look I jump I jump" or "I bounce mama" It was so sweet and I know she had a blast. 

On the choo choo. 

Shirt 

We have been loving this little taste of fall wether and hope it comes around again soon. 

XOXO

This weekend brought to you by grandma and papa

We had a blast this weekend which lucky for us went from thursday evening to yesterday night. Grandma and Papa came to visit! It's always to so nice having family here, since we live so far from everyone it truly makes the time we spend together extra special. 

Friday we went to Tanaka Farms and did a watermelon tour, which as you know was on my summer bucket list. For all you local mamas out there looking for something to do with the kiddos this was a fabulous tour. Weekday mid summer and we were only 1 of 3 families. You even get to take home your own watermelon! The peanut had a blast and ate all the fruit and veggie samples along the way. If you follow me on instagram (@bumpsbabesandbellinis) then you saw we went to Stax Cookie bar afterwards and.... yummy! 

"I carried a watermelon" any dirty dancing fans out there! haha

Top from anthropologie

Love this! 

Saturday we fan a few errands and the peanut and I both learned how to sew from grandma. More me then her, but she will benefit in all the cool new skirts mommy can now make her, thanks to grandma. Grandma also made her the most adorable Minnie Mouse bedding for her doll crib, that daddy build her a few months ago. We added a mattress too it as well so she has a easier time reaching in. 

Skirt made by me and grandma! 

Sunday we went to the farmers market and OC fair. First time with the peanut since we didn't venture out over there last year. She had a blast and ate her fair share of fair food. lol She LOVED looking at all the animals, especially the "moos" I think we may have to move to a farm. 

Skirt made by mommy! Custom Minnie Mouse top 

Monday we went out for dim sum and the peanut got to do the carousel and "choo choo" at the mall. Which means mommy will now have a very difficult time shopping in the future. hahaha. Then after a early dinner it was time to drop off grandma and papa. 

Cake pops with a view | Dress from old Navy (old)  | Shoes Mini Melissa 

Pretending to be the baby and sleep in her doll crib. hehe

We are all going though withdrawals already, and are defiantly looking forward to our long trip in October. 

XOXO

Target Toddler Style

So I was in Target the other day or what I more commonly refer to as my second home, and I found some of the MOST adorable fall clothes for the peanut. Since I have discovered many adorable items from other blogs I decided to share my finds.  All of these clothes are from the Genuine Kids line from OshKosh only available at Target. 

Jean Polka Dot Button up 

Do they make this in my size? I see a mamma and mini photo session in our future. 

Cable knit leggings

"Fur" vest (in pink) I couldn't find the gray one online. Is it just me or will she look like the cutest little fashionista in this. 

I had a skirt like this when I was little so naturally I jumped at the chance to get the peanut one. So precious right? Couldn't find it online. 

Since it doesn't get too chilly here in the "fall" I like dressing the peanut in sweaters when we go out, and this one was just too sweet to pass up. Couldn't find it online. 

Happy Shopping! 

XOXO

Happy 4th of July!

Happy 4th everyone! Just wanted to wish you a safe and happy holiday! I hope you eat lots of yummy food and get to watch the fireworks. 

 Dress on sale! | Shoes I got them on Zulily they are hide and squeak | Hair Clip 

 My Dress (old) similar here | Shoes (old) similar here | Top forever 21 (old) similar here 

Have a wonderful holiday! 

XOXO

July 4th Style preview

4th of July is one of my favorite holidays, it was and is a big deal in my hometown. There are a ton of fireworks, yummy food and parties that last all day long. The best part was the fireworks were literally right in front of my house. So needless to say it holds a special place in my heart. 

This year we will be home for it so i'm determined to make it as fun as possible. One of those ways to do that, dress for the occasion! 

Here's a little style preview 

Honest Diaper | OshKosh Outfit (no longer available but patriotic here)  | Miss America Tee | Joes 
Jeans Shorts | Bows

Happy Early 4th!

XOXO