Ju-Ju-Be Black & Bloom with Sakura Swirl

April 11, 2018December 6, 20207 Comments

Ju-Ju-Be Diaper bags are a must-have for every Mom or Dad! They have a collection of bags and accessories in a variety of styles and prints. I recently purchased a Black and Bloom BRB and Sakura Swirl Be Light and they are both absolutely gorgeous!

Left Sakura Swirl Be Light, Right Black & Bloom Be Right Back

Everyone went crazy last year for the Ju-Ju-Be release of Rosy Posy and it sold out in minutes. Everyone has been begging for more florals ever since. Ju-Ju-Be listened and gave us more floral and now rose gold hardware! After Rosy Posy, I knew I had to get my hands on these brand-new prints.

Black & Bloom Be Right Back

The Ju-Ju-Be Black and Bloom print launched 3-6-18 which just happens to be my birthday month. So as a birthday present, my husband got me the Black & Bloom Be Right Back.

The Be Right Back is one of my favorite bags from Ju-Ju-Be. It holds a ton and is perfect for packing for more than one kid. I have a 1-year-old and a 7-year-old, so I usually pack extra clothes, tons of snacks, diapers, wipes, crayons, toys, coloring books etc. What I pack depends on the outing but those are usually the basics. I love to use it at the zoo and at theme parks so I can pack everything I need and be hands-free to deal with the kids.

Features include:

Padded back panel with breathable mesh
Ergonomically curved and padded shoulder straps
Quick grab handle
Cell phone pocket
Mommy pocket
Exterior bottle pockets

The BRB is convenient and comfortable. I am loving it in Black and Bloom.

Black and Bloom is from the Onyx Collection so it includes Black hardware. I have noticed a difference in the zippers. They definitely seem to open and close a lot smoother than bags from the other Ju-Ju-Be collections.

The bright watercolored flowers of black and bloom go so well with so many prints. It’s also the perfect print for Spring!

Center – Rosy Posy, Left – Sakura Swirl, Right – Black & Bloom

As you can tell I have a thing for florals. I have two daughters so I am all for the super girly prints. Rosy Posy, Sakura Swirl, and Black & Bloom were all super limited prints from Ju-Ju-Be. I am so glad I was able to get what I could while it was around.

Sakura Swirl launched 4-3-18 and was very hard to get. The only way I managed to get one is that I went to a local trunk show and was lucky enough to grab the one and only be light available. Retailers only got a handful of the Rose Gold collection.

photo credit via @jujube_intl

Sakura Swirl, Whimsical Watercolors, and Rose Colored Glass are all part of the newest Rose Gold collection from Ju-Ju-Be. They all came with beautiful rose-gold colored hardware.

I can’t wait to use my new Sakura Swirl Be Light! The light pops of color against the white make it simple yet elegant. Another bag perfect for Spring! It is gorgeous!

The Be Light is another favorite of mine. For either quick trips with the kids or just to use on my own as a mom bag. This bag is the lightest yet holds a ton! It’s easy to carry and you can attach D-rings to it to attach messenger straps.

Other features include:

Two insulated pockets
Inside zipper pocket
Main zipper closure
Light-colored linings

You can pack it with set pieces like I do or use an insert for the inside.

So what makes these bags different than all the others? One main feature is the Teflon fabric protector that helps repel stains. I don’t baby my bags so this is essential. Another is the Antimicrobial linings that kill germs, mold, mildew, fungus, bacteria, etc. And lastly, all the bags are machine washable. As a mom, all of these features make a huge difference. Collecting the prints is fun and the quality will last years.

B.F.F. Diaper Bag – Sakura Swirl

B.F.F. Diaper Bag – Rose Colored Glass

B.F.F. Diaper Bag – Black and Bloom

I hope that you are able to find yourself something new in black & bloom or the rose gold collection. Make sure you subscribe to my blog and follow me on social media, for more!

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Ju-Ju-Be for Christmas

January 6, 2018December 6, 2020Leave a comment

The light’s have been taken down and the tree has been put away. The holidays are officially over! It’s bittersweet, I will miss the glow of the Christmas lights and driving around showing my kids all the beautiful decorations. The whole season is full of joy and excitement. We enjoyed so many festivities with the kids. We traveled all over town to bring them to all the Christmas events. There were also many quiet nights at home, watching our favorite Christmas movies while sipping hot cocoa. The other part of me is ready to get back to life and is counting down the days until my older two go back to school. Either way, we had a wonderful Christmas and was so grateful to be able to spend it together as a family.

Watching the excitement in my children’s eyes on Christmas morning is probably the best part of being a mom. Their list was short and simple. My daughter said just being with her family is the only gift she really needed. How sweet is that?

One thing she has been wanting for a while was a Ju-Ju-Be Itty Bitty Be and one of the new OOAKPL Silver Keychains. So when Ju-Ju-Be had a huge sale Black Friday weekend, I made sure I got my girls (and me) lots of goodies.

My older daughter was SO EXCITED to find her very own Itty Bitty Be in Super Toki under the tree. It’s a tiny Be Classy that includes a mini changing pad and a messenger strap to wear cross body. She loves that I also included her very own OOAKPL Silver Star Keychain! I told her it made her an official pink lady and that made her day. Her reaction was priceless!

The Super Toki Itty Bitty Be is a vibrant print with Tokidoki superheroes. The inside has the Sweet Victory print with a bright red, blue and yellow. This print is perfect for my daughter.

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She loves wearing it crossbody and takes it everywhere we go. She either carries her wallet with spending money or fills it with shopkins, hatchimals, or other little tiny toys. It’s just the right size for my little pink lady in training.

The Itty Bitty Be is really just the cutest thing ever. It is perfect for all the little pink ladies out there. It comes in so many different prints too. My daughter was thrilled to own her very own Ju-Ju-Be bag, just like Mommy.

Mommy got her first Be Classy from Santa in the Dandy Lines print! Up until now I have only used quicks, lights, and set pieces. This is my first structured bag and what a game changer! I love how it can be used as a purse and a diaper bag.

Left – Tokidoki Tokipops Paci Pod, Right – Tokidoki Unikiki 2.0 Paci Pod

Both of my girls love to use the Ju-Ju-Be Paci Pods. My older daughter clips hers on her bags to store her little toys. She was given the Tokidoki – Tokipops Paci Pod and was so happy! My younger daughter occasionally uses a pacifier, so I will actually be using her Unikki 2.0 Paci Pod for her pacifier. She likes to carry it around like a wristlet or I use it clipped on my bags. I scored both of these Paci Pods for a really great deal as well during Black Friday weekend. The retailer I ordered from also threw in a Tokidoki x Bebe Au Lait tote as a GWP, which I was so excited about!

The Ju-Ju-Be Paci Pods have two elastic bands inside that can hold a variety of items but are primarily used for holding two pacifiers one on each side. They have Teflon fabric protection to help repel stains and Agion treatment to protect the liner from bacteria.

Not only are Paci Pods a cute way to accessorize your bags, but there are so many uses for them besides holding pacifiers.

Cough Drops
Phone Charger
Headphones
Apple Airpods
Chapstick
Small Toys
Car Keys
Eos Lotion
Hand Sanitizer
Jewelry

These are just some uses for the Ju-Ju-Be Paci Pods. They come in a variety of prints, making it fun to collect and to dress up your bags.

Left – Be Tagged in Rad Hearts, Right – Lanyard in Happy Hearts.

All of these fun Ju-Ju-Be accessories made for great stocking stuffers. The Ju-Ju-Be Be Tagged is a great bag tag that perfectly fits a business card or a cute picture.

Other uses include:

Work Badge
Library Cards
Theme Park Passes
Luggage Tag
Pool Cards
Debit & Reward Cards
Gym Pass
ID Cards
Emergency Info
Labeling your child’s Backpack or Lunch Bag

You can also remove the fabric cord and attach a metal chain or key link. You could then attach it to a necklace or a keyring.

The Ju-Ju-Be Happy Hearts Lanyard is the cutest lanyard in my favorite print! Rad Hearts and Happy Hearts was an exclusive pink lady collaboration with Rad & Happy. It was a very limited print but the lanyards are still available online at Ju-Ju-Be. Lanyards can be used for work badges, Id’s, and passes. I attach mine to my keys so I can easily find them.

So overall my family and I had a wonderful Christmas. Not only was it was filled with my favorite Ju-Ju-Be, the best part of it all was sharing the holiday with my family. We are so grateful that we could be together for the holidays. My husband goes on call once a month and sometimes it falls on a holiday which is a major bummer. He works so hard for his family so I can stay home with our three kids. Every moment I can spend with my husband and kids is a true blessing.

I hope everyone had a great holiday and enjoys 2018!

Ju-Ju-Be OOAKPL Giveaway!

December 11, 2017Leave a comment

Ju-Ju-Be is a fashionable brand of diaper bags loved by a large group of ladies called Pink Ladies. They recently came out with silver Ju-Ju-Be OOAKPL Keychains (for a One of A Kind Pink Lady) that are perfect for your keys or to hang on your bags! I’m giving you the chance to win one in my OOAKPL Giveaway! The giveaway is going on now until Friday 12/15! Just head to the link below to enter. You must be 18 and older to enter and in the US only. This giveaway is not sponsored by or affiliated with Ju-Ju-Be. Make sure you are following me on social media when I announce the winner! Please share with all your pink lady friends.

Enter here >> OOAKPL Giveaway!

If you want to find out more about the OOAKPL Keychains then head to my previous blog post – Rainbow Mama Bear & OOAKPL.

Happy Holidays everyone and good luck!

Rainbow Mama Bear & OOAKPL

December 4, 2017December 6, 20201 Comment

Thanksgiving has come and gone, and so has a ton of sales! I had to stop looking as I just couldn’t justify any more online shopping. Either way, I did manage to score some major deals! One recent sale was from the stylish brand of Loved by Hannah and Eli! It’s a small business run by Sarah Duncan who makes all of the adorable “Mama Bear” apparel we know and love. I scored a Rainbow Mama Bear – Vneck from her recent sale and I am loving the rainbow lettering!

Rainbow Mama Bear – Vneck Unisex Fit

It’s part of her Rainbow Mama Bear collection, which pays tribute to those who have suffered a miscarriage or infant loss. Proceeds from this collection are donated to charity’s that offer grief counseling and other services for these suffering Moms. I myself have never gone through an infant loss or miscarriage, but a close friend of mine has. It was a heartbreaking experience to watch her go through. So when I saw this beautiful rainbow tee, I automatically thought of her and had to get it!

There are so many cute collections available at Loved by Hannah and Eli. She is very active on social media and is constantly running fun giveaways, especially in her VIP group on Facebook. Such a fun community I am so excited to be a part of! I will also say that the customer service I received was beyond belief! She went above and beyond for me and I couldn’t be happier.

Along with my new “Mama Bear” t-shirt, I also scored some fun goodies from my favorite Ju-Ju-Be! Not only do they carry diaper bags and accessories, but they also carry keychains and lanyards. As soon as I saw these I had to have them.

There are many different print lanyards to choose from available online at the Ju-Ju-Be Pink Lady Shop. The OOAKPL – Premium Silver Keychains are still available for purchase as well, but the OOAKPL Rose Gold Keychains are not currently in stock. (Updated to add, these items are no longer available to purchase.)

The Ju-Ju-Be OOAKPL Keychains stand for – One of A Kind Pink Lady. A Pink Lady is basically a hard-core Ju-Ju-Be Fan. There is a very large community of women (and some men!) who all share a strong love and passion for everything Ju-Ju-Be. There used to be a Ju-Ju-Be forum of fans called The Pink Room, but it has now become a chat group on Facebook. We all share our new bag prints and styles, ask questions, and have a first look at the new releases, special sales, etc. It is really quite amazing and it’s a group I am proud to be a part of. I have always been kind of obsessed with purses and bags, so it’s not surprising I would fall down the rabbit hole known as Ju-Ju-Be! There can never be enough and you will always feel the need to #buyallthebags. If this sounds like you, make sure you find us at Ju Ju Be PINK LADY Chat on Facebook.

Since I was lucky enough to receive 2 of the Silver OOAKPL Keychains, I am going to be giving one away in an upcoming OOAKPL Giveaway! Make sure you’re following me on social media and share the news with your fellow pink lady friends! Stay tuned for more info to come!

Meanwhile, who is super excited for the Tokidoki for Hello Sanrio by Ju-Ju-Be Rainbow Dream release?

Photo Credit via @jujubeintl

This gorgeous print is launching 12.05.17 at midnight PST. There is a pre-launch 12.04.17 for select brick and mortar stores. See below to find trunk shows and early launches near you!

https://www.ju-ju-be.com/tokidoki-hello-sanrio-ju-ju-rainbow-dream-trunk-shows/

Good Luck in finding your must-have bag and PPP!

Hello Friends – Be Neat & Giveaway!

November 12, 2017November 15, 2017Leave a comment

In case you didn’t know, I am kind of obsessed with a brand of diaper bags called Ju-Ju-Be. They carry a variety of products from backpacks, handbags, duffels, totes, wallets and accessories. All of their products come in a variety of prints and styles. They even have diaper bags for Dads! I don’t post a lot about them here but post a ton on social media about my love for them. I hope to start posting more in-depth blog post about their bags and accessories. For now most of it is on my Instagram or Facebook pages.

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Finally got around to opening all my @jujube_intl goodies from my favorite shops @blashful_store & @waterliliesboutique! ❤Rad Hearts Be Tagged @radandhappy 🍩Tokipops Be Neat @tokidokibrand 🐱Hello Friends Be Neat @sanrio I even got some @replayrecycled utensils to try out that were perfect for my toddler. She loves trying to use them lol! #jujube #jujubexradandhappy #radheart #functional #fashionable #machinewashable #tokipops #tokidoki #jujubextokidoki #hellofriends #jujubexsanrio #sanrio #musthaves #essentials #momblogger #momlife #essentials #mealtime #kids

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By the way who else is super excited about the new upcoming release? “Rainbow Dreams” by Ju-Ju-Be x Sanrio x Tokidoki??? It looks absolutely gorgeous!

https://www.instagram.com/p/BbUlU1TD1Pf/?taken-by=tiredmama_16

To show some love to my fellow pink ladies or other Ju-Ju-Be lovers out there, I have decided to do a little giveaway!

I am giving one lucky person the chance to win the Ju-Ju-Be x Sanrio, Hello Friends – Be Neat!

The Be Neat is a reversible bib made by Ju-Ju-Be that comes with tons of fun features like:

A magnetic closure
Reversible
Crumb Catcher pocket
Soft and Flexible (Folds up easily!)
Machine Washable (No Dryer!)
Teflon™ fabric protector
Agion® treatment

There are so many reasons to love Ju-Ju-Be and their fashionable high-quality products. Believe me they are worth every penny, just ask any Pink Lady!

There are so many more stylish products available to choose from at Ju-Ju-Be!

For now make sure you enter my giveaway to win your very own Hello Friends – Be Neat! Just head to the link below to enter!

>>> Hello Friends Giveaway!
Giveaway open to US addresses only. Void where prohibited. Please note that this giveaway is not sponsored or endorsed by Ju-Ju-Be, or Sanrio. No purchase necessary. Giveaway runs from 11/12-11/17. Winner will be announced within 48 hours.

Good Luck! Please make sure to share with your friends!

Finding the Perfect Diaper Bag

March 15, 2017December 6, 2020Leave a comment

Finding The Perfect Diaper Bag

Whether you’re a mom to be or a mom to three, every mom is in search of the perfect diaper bag. Even if your kid is no longer in diapers, we all need a place to store the spare clothes, snacks, toys, and of course the essentials for mom. There are so many different diaper bags out there. Here’s a list of some of my favorites.

Logan and Lenora

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The Daytripper Tote by Logan & Lenora is the perfect stylish, waterproof diaper bag. It includes one deep waterproof pocket for wet items and a dry pocket for clean items. With multiple pockets and adjustable straps, this machine-washable bag is a must-have for every mom!

Logan and Lenora have many diaper bags and accessories to choose from. Clutches, Totes, Pouches, and Changing Pads available in 5 different prints. All of their products are made with Performance Poly Canvas and Waterproof Lining.

Want to save 10% on your order? Use code HELLO10 at >>> Logan + Lenora .

Kiki Lu Diaper Bags

Kiki Lu Diaper Bag in Gray – Kiki Lu Designs:

Photo Credit via KiKi Lu Diaper Bags

These KiKi Lu Diaper Bags are made of beautiful faux leather and come with all gold hardware. They are available in black, grey, and mint. The straps are made of comfortable seatbelt material that is adjustable for comfort. It can be worn as a messenger or on your back as a backpack. With 5 pockets on the outside and two on the inside, there is plenty of room to store all the necessities! KiKi Lu also carries woven faux leather wallets to go with their diaper bags.

Something neat about the Kiki Lu company is that a portion of every bag purchase made on their website will go to the Global Foundation for Children with Hearing Loss.

Head to Kiki Lu Designs to find your new stylish diaper bag, while contributing to a great cause!

Ju-Ju-Be

Be Prepared Diaper Bag - The Empress:

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The Be Prepared Diaper Bag in The Empress is made for the over-packer! With many features you will love: a handy picture pocket, a zip-down mommy pocket, 2 insulated bottle pockets, a structured bottom, crumb drains, gold metal hardware, light-colored linings, magnets instead of velcro, and an adjustable removable strap! Made with Teflon fabric protector, and Agion protected liners this gorgeous bag is machine washable. It also comes with a memory foam changing pad.

Ju-Ju-Be has a beautiful collection of diaper bags in a variety of styles and prints. All of their products come with their fabric and Agion protection and are all machine washable. They also have paci pods, make-up bags, wallets, tech cases, and a variety of organizational pieces. Their fashionable bags are made for moms (and dads) but can be used by anyone!

Find this and more online at >>> JuJuBe Intl.

Skip Hop

Skip Hop | Grand Central Diaper Bag:

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This Grand Central Take-It-All Diaper bag holds more than you can imagine! A stylish bag full of storage space while keeping everything organized. It comes with 3 large divided sections and 11 pockets. It also includes two separate sections for mom and baby. It’s made of sturdy, lightweight material, with cotton tote straps. This bag includes a cushioned changing pad and can hang on the stroller or be worn on the shoulder.

Skip Hop carries a variety of diaper bags, bottle bags, pacifier holders, and changing stations. Everything a mom could need while on the go!

Find this and more online at >>> Skip Hop.

Lily Jade

Rosie Black & Red:

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This Rosie Black and Red Diaper Bag is newly updated and made with premium black leather, interior redlining, and all gold hardware. Includes soft inner linings, multiple pockets, and adjustable extra long straps that can be removed if necessary. This bag can be used as a messenger or a backpack and is structured enough to stand on its own. They also include a washable changing pad. Lily Jade now offers a removable and washable 12 pocket organizer that comes with two small handles that tuck away when not in use. These organizers fit right inside their diaper bags.

Lily Jade offers a variety of premium leather diaper bags, changing pads, “baby bag” organizers, and accessories. These designer diaper bags are a must for the classy mom and mom-to-be!

Find this beautiful bag and more online at >>> Lily Jade.

Coco + Kiwi

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The Provence Bag by Coco + Kiwi is the perfect “hands-free” diaper bag. Wear it as a backpack or use the messenger strap, it’s up to you. It also includes 9 pockets, a machine-washable changing pad, outer bottle pockets, insulated inner bottle pockets, and two stroller straps. These functional bags have a buttery soft lining, gold hardware, and is made of faux leather.

Coco + Kiwi offers a variety of diaper bags, toddler underwear, and tassel throw blankets.

Find your new diaper bag and accessories here now at >>> Coco + Kiwi.

Fawn Design

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This Fawn Design Diaper Bag in Brown makes a great bag for you and baby! It includes faux leather, gold zippers, and new custom hardware. It has a total of 10 pockets with 4 outside and 6 inside including a zipper pocket. The faux leather is wipeable and easy to clean. It also includes a keychain hook so you don’t lose your keys. It can be used as a backpack or a messenger bag and comes with new and improved backpack straps.

Fawn Design offers a variety of diaper bags and accessories. Find your new classy and functional bag online at >>> Fawn Designs.

Cee Cee & Ryan

Diaper Bag in Shell/Coral/Navy - Alexis Baby Bag:

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This Alexis Baby Bag in Shell/Coral/Navy is the perfect nautical-inspired diaper bag. It comes with 2 exterior zip pockets, 2 open side pockets, two large interior pockets, 3 bottle pockets, and 8 additional pockets. It also includes a machine-washable pad (that can double as a burp pad or change pad), a claw clip for your keys, and a detachable side strap for a side carry option. The fabric is made of 100% cotton canvas, with 100% vegan leather trim, and 100% polyester lining.

Cee Cee & Ryan has a variety of versatile diaper bags available online >>> Cee Cee & Ryan

Petunia Pickle Bottom

Boxy Backpack:

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This Boxy Backpack in Glazed Coated Canvas is one of the top-selling diaper bags at Petunia Pickle Bottom. It includes a built-in changing station, organizational pockets, and multiple carrying options. This bag also includes 5 interior pockets, 2 exterior bottle pockets, a removable changing pad, pockets for diaper and wipes, a top grab handle, stroller straps, and backpack straps. This lightweight diaper bag is available in many different prints, styles, and fabrics.

Petunia Pickle Bottom has a wide variety of products available including diaper bags, changing pads, wipe cases, stroller and strap clips, travel accessories, their Intermix collection, and other organizational pieces. They also provide bags for dads and kids, baby bibs, towels, and washcloth sets.

Find all this and more online at Petunia Pickle Bottom.

Itzy Ritzy

Now available at Itzy Ritzy is their new collection of Diaper Bags! There are so many cute options but the Tripe Threat is my favorite.

triple threat diaper bag

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The Triple Threat Convertable Diaper Bag has many fun features. It can easily be converted from a satchel to a messenger bag to a comfortable backpack. It has tons of interior and exterior pockets, 9 internal and 4 external. It also includes two insulated bottle pockets, a coordinating easy wipe changing pad, and it comes with stroller straps.

Find this and more at >>> Itzy Ritzy

What’s your favorite?

These are some of my favorite diaper bags that offer quality, style, and functionality! They all offer something for everyone. What’s your favorite brand and style?

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