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    July 11, 2022 Bailey's Bites

    Bailey's Bites: The Chicks & Where I'm Donating

    I'm excited to start this series of "Bailey's Bites" on my blog. I've been so uninspired by Instagram lately, and am excited to take things off of there each week! Here, I'll be sharing 5-10 random things each week - a new show/movie we've been loving, a random story, a product or recipe I've been really into, an Airbnb we stayed at, a trip we're hoping to take soon, etc. So, let's get into this week's Bailey's Bites!

    The Chicks Concert
    Saturday night was our most spontaneous night in a while! We had tickets to see The Chicks for months now, and we'd been so excited. We woke up Saturday morning and the weather was NASTY - it's still really difficult for me to leave Eleanor, so between that and the weather, we decided not to go. Instead, we invited friends out to dinner and enjoyed an outdoor (covered) dinner at a restaurant together while my brother and his girlfriend babysat Eleanor. When we were about to get up to leave, Charlie and I looked at each other and said "wow. It's a really nice night now..." The rain had entirely stopped. It was already 8PM so we knew it would be tight, but we decided what better night to take Eleanor to her first concert?! We sped over to my brother's, picked her up, ran home to grab my pump and her headphones/carrier, and showed up to the concert right as The Chicks were getting on stage. We got SO lucky with the easiest in/out parking space (this venue is notorious for being a nightmare to get out of). It was one of those nights that we couldn't have planned as perfectly as it ended up - it *needed* to be a spontaneous night in order for it to have worked so perfectly, and indeed it was 🙂

    Monday Musings: The Chicks
    Monday Musings: The Chicks

    A random movie we watched and loved
    Last night before bed, we watched Couple's Retreat with Vince Vaughn, Jason Bateman and Kristen Bell. It's an older movie (from 2009), but we hadn't seen it before and we both thought it was HILARIOUS. If you're looking for an easy watch this week and haven't seen this yet, I highly recommend it!

    This Trader Joe's face sunscreen is SO GOOD
    If you haven't heard, the new Trader Joe's face sunscreen is supposed to be a dupe for the beloved Supergoop face sunscreen but instead of $36, it's $9! I tested it this weekend and I have to say, the texture is EXTREMELY similar. It goes on really silky like a makeup primer, and is SPF 40. I recommend grabbing one for your next beach trip 🙂 Speaking of sunscreen - I'm so excited that Eleanor will finally be able to wear it just in time for our trip to the OBX in a few weeks! We're bringing a bunch of this baby sunscreen on our trip.

    Looking for bamboo baby PJs?
    A friend told me about these this past week and omg, if you're looking for a Kyte BABY dupe for half the price, these bamboo baby PJs from Amazon are amazing, and just $16 a pair! I recommend stocking up! Also, as a reminder, I put together this list of all my favorite baby registry items!

    A card game we've been loving lately
    When Eleanor goes to bed, Charlie and I love pouring ourselves a glass of wine and playing a card game. We LOVE the game Golf - it's just played with a regular deck of cards, and the rules can be found here!

    Store-bought cold brew I've been loving
    When we were in Rhode Island a few weeks ago, Charlie's mom had this Stokke store-bought cold brew at their house and I LOVED it. It's more expensive than making it at home, but less expensive than my Starbucks habit, haha! If you see it at your store, it's REALLY good!

    Eleanor is still sleeping in our room
    This is something I did NOT think would be the case. Most of my friends moved their babies out of their rooms extremely early so that everyone could get better sleep, and I 100% thought I'd do that. She'll be six months soon, and for some reason I'm having such a hard time mentally moving her out. Something about hearing her sweet noises first thing in the morning when I wake up?! I don't know. I told Charlie she's going to be in college and I'll still have her sleeping bedside. I'll let you guys know how it goes when we finally move her!

    Where I'm donating: Roe v. Wade
    If you're like me and feeling helpless about last week's decision to overturn Roe v. Wade, I recommend donating if you're able. I've been giving my money to the National Network of Abortion Funds, which aims to remove financial and logistical barriers to abortion access.

    What I'm reading: It Ends With Us
    I started reading It Ends With Us in London, and I've still yet to get further than a few chapters in. So far, I'm LOVING IT and have heard the best things. Really hoping I can finish it while I'm at the Outer Banks in a few weeks!

    What I'm wearing: Aerie Oversized Tee
    I can't get enough of this Aerie tee lately. Comes in so many colors, and is SO cute and comfortable. It's currently on sale, too! I'm really just not interested in wearing tight clothes lately, hahaha - all the comfy things. Bonus is that it's extremely nursing-friendly!

    That's it! I'm excited to keep up with this each week. I hope you have a great week!

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    Comments

    1. Meghan says

      July 11, 2022 at 12:48 pm

      Just wondering how you’re able to keep her in your room when she is rolling? As recommendations say to switch to crib when rolling?

      I’m in the same boat 🙁 my baby is just starting to roll and I don’t want to move her yet.

      Reply
      • Bailey says

        July 11, 2022 at 12:49 pm

        I recommend a pack and play or travel crib if you have one! 🙂

        Reply
    2. Lisa says

      July 11, 2022 at 12:49 pm

      Couples Retreat is one of my favorite movies ever! I’ve lost count of how many times I’ve seen it. I use one-liners from it quite frequently and get blank stares because I feel like no one has seen it! Lol

      Reply
      • Bailey says

        July 11, 2022 at 12:50 pm

        Omg I couldn't believe how much I loved it!!!

        Reply
    3. Amanda says

      July 11, 2022 at 12:51 pm

      I recently tried the TJ’s sunscreen and it’s sooo good. Kroger also has a good dupe. Loved the Monday musings. <3

      Reply
    4. Carolyne says

      July 11, 2022 at 12:52 pm

      I saw the chicks in Boston on Tuesday and they were incredible! Can’t think of a better first concert for Eleanor!

      Reply
    5. Ashley C says

      July 11, 2022 at 12:54 pm

      This is such a fun idea! I love these little quick insights into your thoughts. Keep the Monday Musings coming!

      Reply
    6. Tracey says

      July 11, 2022 at 12:54 pm

      Love that cold brew!!

      Reply
    7. Caitlin says

      July 11, 2022 at 12:57 pm

      Ok definitely need to try the TJs face sunscreen, may have to make a trip specifically for it. And while I’m not a coffee drinker stok is actually so smooth and YUM. And you need to finish that CoHo book, you will immediately preorder the sequel!! 🤣

      Reply
    8. Traci says

      July 11, 2022 at 12:58 pm

      Excited to try the cold brew, thanks for sharing! We moved our babies out of our room at various ages based on how they were sleeping and how we were sleeping, I think it’s great that you’re going with what works for you all! I will say that after a small transition period for all of us {a few nights} once they moved into their own room, we all slept better!

      Reply
    9. Ellen says

      July 11, 2022 at 1:00 pm

      Loved this format! Especially for a Monday when life is busy!

      Reply
    10. Kourtney Sluder says

      July 11, 2022 at 1:02 pm

      I love Couples Retreat! Or really anything with Vince Vaught, he's so funny. Definitely going to try out the sunscreen!

      Reply
    11. Ashley says

      July 11, 2022 at 1:03 pm

      If you want a game like Golf, my family loves Play 9! It is probably played very similar. Also, Skyjo! I bought Skyjo because it has great reviews (as does Play 9), and I realized they are basically the same game with different appearances. Loved the Monday musings post 🥰

      Reply
    12. Maddy says

      July 11, 2022 at 1:04 pm

      This was super helpful!! I cannot wait to try the TJ sunscreen and I already ordered the bamboo pjs for my son. I love this idea for Monday Musings!!!

      Reply
    13. Mandy says

      July 11, 2022 at 1:07 pm

      I love hearing about y’all taking Eleanor places. So many moms (including me) are worried to do that sometimes. But you’re so raw and real about those experiences and it’s so encouraging! I liked reading todays Monday muse! It’s like a weekend recap

      Reply
    14. Jody says

      July 11, 2022 at 1:08 pm

      Love this series ! Keep those musings coming.

      Reply
    15. Amanda says

      July 11, 2022 at 1:08 pm

      I had the same feelings about moving my oldest out of his cradle and into his room. I decided he will only be this little for so long and he stayed until he was 4 months old right beside my bed.
      Gonna run today to TJ’s and grab that sunscreen for our upcoming NC beach trip!

      Reply
    16. Kate says

      July 11, 2022 at 1:09 pm

      We just moved our 4 month old to his own room and I totally understand how you’re feeling! I would have kept him with us forever if my husband didn’t have to be up for work at 5.
      Also, if you are a Costco member their Kirkland canned cold brew is delicious.
      Love this new segment, can’t wait till next week!

      Reply
    17. Lauren says

      July 11, 2022 at 1:11 pm

      Love this format! Excited to try the PJ’s!

      Reply
    18. Shan M says

      July 11, 2022 at 1:24 pm

      Ok! Love this! Was leery because I love hearing your stories and am not the hugest fan of long blog posts. So this was perfect!!! (And you know I’m still clicking around your blog to support even though long posts ain’t my thang!)

      Reply
    19. Erica says

      July 11, 2022 at 1:30 pm

      Loved this! It’s like a quick recap of what’s on your mind. Thanks for sharing! Excited to try the TJ sunscreen also.

      Reply
    20. yana says

      July 11, 2022 at 1:35 pm

      love monday musings!

      Reply
    21. Christina says

      July 11, 2022 at 1:35 pm

      Love reading people’s opinions on brief topics! Definitely going to check out the Trader Joe’s sunscreen too!

      Reply
      • Crystal says

        July 11, 2022 at 2:02 pm

        I totally felt the same way with moving my son to his own room! He’s a few weeks older than Ellie and it was the night after he turned 6 months he just flat out refused to sleep in his Snoo in our room. Tried his crib and he fell right to sleep… he’s been in his own room since and I totally felt like I’d have at least a few more weeks with him 🥲 but he’s doing great and I’m glad the transition was easy at least, even though I miss him being right there! Also for sure going to grab the TJ’s sunscreen! I got hooked on supergoop after seeing you love it, so excited to try it ☺️

        Reply
    22. Gwen says

      July 11, 2022 at 1:54 pm

      Love this! I moved last year and am no where near a TJs, but I’m definitely making a trip that way to try the sunscreen! Thanks for sharing, Bailey! 😊

      Reply
    23. Jessica says

      July 11, 2022 at 2:02 pm

      No specific comment but I love a blog post like this!! All the little lightbulb moments in one spot! And the card game sounds so fun!

      Reply
    24. Stacie says

      July 11, 2022 at 2:08 pm

      Love Monday Musings. And love all your recommendations. Definitely looking in to TJ sunscreen and the Aerie oversized tee! Can’t wait for more Monday blogs!

      Reply
    25. Katie says

      July 11, 2022 at 2:10 pm

      I love this!! I really appreciate you telling your parenthood story, spontaneity and all. It’s so relatable and reassuring 🙂

      Reply
    26. Jess says

      July 11, 2022 at 2:13 pm

      Loveeeee Couples Retreat, the Yoga scene gets he every time. Love a good comedy!!

      Reply
      • Bailey says

        July 11, 2022 at 4:38 pm

        It was HILARIOUS hahaha

        Reply
    27. Wendy says

      July 11, 2022 at 2:20 pm

      Thank you for the rec! I will totally try the TJ sunscreen. May I ask what you use for arms etc?

      Reply
      • Bailey says

        July 11, 2022 at 4:37 pm

        Yes!! I use sun bum for my body typically 🙂

        Reply
    28. Sara says

      July 11, 2022 at 2:24 pm

      Love this! I was unsure on the tjs dupe, but will be stocking up for our florida trip!

      Reply
    29. Courtney says

      July 11, 2022 at 2:24 pm

      Enjoyed reading the first Monday Musings entry! Grabbed TJs sunscreen last week from all the FB group recs. Excited to try!

      Reply
    30. Kelsey says

      July 11, 2022 at 2:32 pm

      Love the idea of this series. And love the fact that it takes me off of Instagram. I’m always curious what people are up to and what they are doing/buying that helps make their lives easier. Thanks for the bright spot on this Monday!

      Reply
    31. Megan says

      July 11, 2022 at 2:32 pm

      Wahoo to cheaper dupes!! Bamboo ones are SO hard to find… and heading to TJs today. Thanks!

      Reply
    32. Sam says

      July 11, 2022 at 2:34 pm

      Loved todays musings! Excited for next week! Also loved the story of The Chicks concert - I was following along Saturday and was wondering the story behind it all! 🙂

      Reply
    33. Jess says

      July 11, 2022 at 2:42 pm

      Love Monday Musings! Keep it up! 🙂

      Reply
    34. Betsy says

      July 11, 2022 at 2:43 pm

      Love this! Skimm vibes 🤩

      Reply
    35. Nicole Bingham says

      July 11, 2022 at 2:44 pm

      Love this! I play a game similar to Golf it’s called Play Nine. One of the individuals at my job introduced to my staff and we play it all the time. We started a competition with it. It’s become my favorite game! They have an app for it to so I’m always playing.

      Reply
    36. Megan says

      July 11, 2022 at 2:52 pm

      What a fun blog post!!! Keep ‘em coming!!

      Reply
    37. Kristin says

      July 11, 2022 at 2:54 pm

      Kudos to keeping her in your room so long! We barely lasted a month lol. Definitely checking out the Pjs and the sunscreen!

      Reply
    38. Julie says

      July 11, 2022 at 2:55 pm

      That cold brew is the BEST!! I am excited to try the TJ sunscreen! I love supergoop but obviously the price is hard to swallow. Thanks for the tip! The chicks concert sounds like such a fun time!

      Reply
    39. Kathryn says

      July 11, 2022 at 2:56 pm

      Love this idea!! Dying to try the sunscreen, my TJ’s didn’t have it when I was there this weekend.

      Reply
    40. Norma says

      July 11, 2022 at 3:13 pm

      I heard about the supergoop dupe. Going to have to give it a try.

      Reply
    41. Samantha says

      July 11, 2022 at 3:16 pm

      Love this type of blog post! So quick and simple but also informative!

      Reply
    42. Amanda says

      July 11, 2022 at 3:17 pm

      I’ve been looking for the supergoop dupe!! I’m definitely going to have to investigate my local TJs! Love this quick, random list to start off the week!

      Reply
    43. Jamie says

      July 11, 2022 at 3:43 pm

      Love the Monday musings idea and I know I’ll be looking forward to them each week. Great way to start the week!

      Reply
    44. Bailey says

      July 11, 2022 at 3:44 pm

      Yessss give me all the Kyte dupes lol! Selfishly because bamboo seems super soft to touch for me? Lol!

      Reply
      • Bailey says

        July 11, 2022 at 4:36 pm

        Hahahhaa yes - I need it all in adult sizes!!

        Reply
    45. Jackie says

      July 11, 2022 at 3:48 pm

      This was so fun to read! Please make sure to tell people about THE hair brush and good culture cottage cheese! Those are two recs from you that have literally made my every day life better. So thank you! And happy Monday!

      Reply
      • Bailey says

        July 11, 2022 at 4:36 pm

        Omg. THE hair brush. Life changing!!!

        Reply
    46. Johanna says

      July 11, 2022 at 3:50 pm

      Love to hear about you taking Ellie everywhere! That’s my goal when baby arrives in just a couple weeks! So many people say you can’t go anywhere and I love seeing that the opposite can be true. But of course we’ll see how my reality turns out!
      Do you feel like you both get enough sleep and alone time with Ellie still in your room? I’m thinking baby will be out asap haha but again, won’t know my reality until it’s here 🙂
      Keep up the Monday Musings!

      Reply
      • Bailey says

        July 11, 2022 at 4:36 pm

        Yes!! So we actually put her down in her crib for bedtime around 7, and then before Charlie and I go to bed, we quietly transfer her into the bedside bassinet 🙂 that way we have tons of alone time and can use our room freely until right when we're going to sleep. It feels like the best of both worlds, for us!

        Reply
    47. Erica says

      July 11, 2022 at 4:14 pm

      I have an Eleanor too and just love seeing all the cool stuff you do with yours. My Eleanor was also a tall baby. Love all your content!

      Reply
    48. Michy says

      July 11, 2022 at 4:18 pm

      Ok you’ve convinced me to give the Trader Joe’s sunscreen a try!!! My unseen sunscreen is running low and I was just about to order a new one. So perfect timing for this!

      Reply
    49. Brianne says

      July 11, 2022 at 4:29 pm

      One of my favorite posts yet! I already can’t wait for next week! Stokke is so delicious- definitely a good trade off for Starbucks everyday 😂 also, loved your story about the concert and how a spontaneous night was wonderfully perfect!!

      Reply
    50. Nina says

      July 11, 2022 at 5:26 pm

      Love the Monday Musings format!

      Reply
    51. e. says

      July 11, 2022 at 6:35 pm

      when mine outgrew the mini crib in my room i moved him…. to my bed. and there he has been for 4 years now. i feel judged about it but my husband works nights so it started out as a thing that was just easier (and helped me be less anxious with the what-ifs: what if i don’t hear him cry or get out of his room, what if there’s a fire and i’m alone and can’t get to him, etc) but now we like to snuggle, so it is what it is.
      i wouldn’t change a thing, honestly, and don’t really care if anyone judges me for it!

      Reply
    52. Trish thedish says

      July 11, 2022 at 8:25 pm

      I loved this and I look forward to next week’s! I’ve been so curious about the chicks concert story 🤣 so glad I got to find out what happened!

      Reply
    53. Michelle says

      July 11, 2022 at 9:01 pm

      I enjoyed this post a lot! I always love a quick little read. Definitely going to try that TJs sunscreen.

      I am a FTM to a 3 month old and I always find your content very relatable and helpful 🙂

      Reply
    54. Cheryl says

      July 11, 2022 at 10:02 pm

      Love your Bailey’s Bites.
      Quick, fast tidbits of great information. Such a little tweak but makes your blog so enjoyable to read. Thank you!

      Reply
      • Cheryl says

        July 11, 2022 at 10:08 pm

        Not sure where the “your comment is awaiting moderation” came from LOL

        Reply
    55. Michelle says

      July 12, 2022 at 12:46 am

      Love the spontaneity!! What a fun night. Adding that TJ sunscreen to my shopping list.

      Reply
    56. Gigi says

      July 12, 2022 at 12:57 am

      This was great! Loved it all. I’m so jealous you guys saw the chicks! Eleanor is a lucky girl 🙂

      Reply
    57. Ashley Zizelman says

      July 12, 2022 at 3:08 am

      Love the idea of this blog! Reading small things from the week is awesome. Definitely keep these coming !!

      Reply
    58. Kaylee says

      July 13, 2022 at 7:36 pm

      LOVE Bailey's Bites & the blog!

      Reply

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