The Teacher Diva

My Maternity Leave Plans + Helpful Tips from Other Working Mamas

The countdown to Baby R is on and I've been in full on nesting mode. They aren't kidding when they tell you that nesting will kick in towards the end. I didn't believe it at first. But since week 37, I've cleaned out my entire bathroom, laundry room, placed one too many Amazon orders, reorganized my nightstand, decluttered my closet and have made a list for everything. The craziest part is that my "nesting mode" literally kicks in around 10:30 pm. I know what you're thinking...Austin is one lucky guy. ...

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5 Sunglasses on my Radar for Summer

Summer is calling my name and it's always during this time of year when I start taking inventory of my sunglasses collection. I have to admit, I have somewhat of an addiction to this particular accessory. And the best part, not all sunglasses have to come with a steep price tag. I've rounded up 5 of my top choices (many you have seen on here quite a bit) all under $200. ...

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Mother’s Day Gifts for The Modern Mama

Mother's Day is just around the corner, and whether you're shopping for your mom or wanting to pass along hints for yourself, I have you covered. This year, it's all about self-care and letting your mom know how much she is loved not just today, but all year long. ...

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How To Do a Hair Detox (and Why You Should)

We've all heard that a detox can be a great way to restart your body, but have you ever tried a hair detox? If you are someone who uses dry shampoo, colors your hair or wants to extend your blowout, this might be something worth exploring. ...

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The Sephora Spring Bonus Event is here!

The Sephora Spring Bonus Event is here! And if you are a self-proclaimed beauty junkie or simply wanting to update your beauty bag, now is the time to take advantage of these site-wide discounts. I listed below my tried and true products that can all be found on sale. Let me know if you pick any of these up during the beauty event! ...

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DIY: Summer Floral Arrangement

One of my favorite things about summer is getting to have fresh flowers in the house. I've always loved putting together flower arrangements and this season always tends to have the best variety for us in Dallas. ...

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Dealing with Allergies? These 4 Things Will Help

My allergies are out of control these days. I woke up Sunday and felt stuffy, achy, you know the drill. Turns out, my allergies turned into a nasty cold and it literally took me out of the game. And being pregnant, you're pretty limited on what you can take. So, I talked with my doctor, got plenty of rest, did a few of these natural remedies and I'm finally starting to feel myself again. ...

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A Linen Blazer for Spring

These days I'm looking for anything that can accommodate the bump while being comfortable. I've mentioned before that I'm not totally crazy about maternity fashion, but blazers are my go-to since I can wear them now and post pregnancy. This linen blazer was a nice way to keep my wardrobe fresh while still keeping things practical. And it's under $100, so it doesn't break the bank. Oh, and I realize I went full Megan Markle here with the hand placement — no other options these days, ha!  ...

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How We Use eBay to Shop Designer Sneakers

Austin and I love a good sneaker moment. Especially now that I'm in the third trimester, I pretty much live in sneakers. Thankfully sneakers are no longer seen as a shoe to wear only at the gym, on walks or with athleisure. We are seeing them worn with dresses, trousers, skirts, etc. and I'm here for it. ...

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The Mama Ring

Today's post is short and sweet but so many of you asked me about this MAMA ring, I just had to share. ...

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