The problem is my husband doesn't always agree with my reasoning, he's more of a "practical" kind of guy aka B.O.R.I.N.G. So I tried to find a compromise. I won a $150 gift card from Pottery Barn Kids. I found an ADORABLE diaper bag for about $120. The only problem... It was white. The brown one was about $180. So... Do I splurge on the extra $30? Why not?
I didn't want to jump at the opportunity quite yet because there were so many other things at that store I could use my gift card for. I decided to wait it out... And good thing I did!
Parazul contacted me about their beautiful designer purses. Oh how I've dreamed of one day owning a designer purse... I didn't even care it was bought it in the way back of one of those stores in New York... Whatever! So Parazul was another designer label I had to add to my wish list.
Originally I was going to do a giveaway of one of their Classic Bag purses but when I opened the box of my review item and saw what was inside I gasped! Oh, it was one of their bags alright... Their gorgeous pink scarf bag actually. But what did this giant bag translate to for me? That's right... DIAPER BAG!
What I love: It's versatile as in it can be used as an all day bag, a briefcase or... My favorite: Stylish diaper bag.I decided to model it for you so you could get the full effect. The silk scarf I thought was a nice touch. My husband said it'll be great if Spawnie isn't a boy but I corrected him... Boy or girl this pink bag is still going to work!
The main large portion of the bag is made with modern canvas so it's easy to wipe off and clean, and the inside is lined with a beautiful bright blue. Lots of room for diapers, bottles, and whatever else I decide to put in there... Toys, food, a small child, it'll all fit!
Now, my personal downside: While it's beautiful, apparently durable, and easy to clean, it is a lot of money for something that will probably get poop on it. I worry I'm going to be very protective of it and most likely get a cheaper diaper bag as a back up and use the nice one for special occasions.
While this bag retails for $350 it's a HUGE step up from the bag I was looking at from PBK, and getting another designer tote from someplace like Louis Vuitton is going to cost you about $1000 and up! So if you're into designer bags for a better price, check Parazul: An exciting new line of handbags and accessories out!Now you didn't think I was going to leave you hanging right? I can't just brag about my new fancy diaper bag and not offer something for you!
You can BUY Parazul: They're giving my readers a 30% discount from their ENTIRE site! And they have products from designer handbags, to scarfs, wallets, clutches and charms. Use code: PARAZULPERK005.
And/or Win one! *muah*: A Parazul Classic Bag. Retail: $250.The lovely Parazul Classic Bag is named for its classic shape that will never be out of fashion. It's just the right size to carry everything you need in simple, yet elegant, style. You'll find the Classic Bag complements all of the outfits in your wardrobe.
The Beige Classic Bag comes with the 100% silk Beige/black logo slim scarf as well as the Parazul logo charm (as shown). Be sure to view the complete collection of scarves and charms, as these items are the key to changing the look of your Parazul bag in a flash!
The handbag's body material is a modern coated canvas, making it durable and easy to care for. The natural-color leather trim provides a classic look. The interior signature blue lining is sure to bring a smile to your face whenever you open your bag!
How to enter:
-Leave a comment letting me know your favorite item from their store.
That's all! REALLY REALLY want to win? Leave an additional comment if:
-You follow @ParazulHandbags on Twitter
-You become a Parazul Facebook Fan
-Use the build a bag feature on their site and tell me what you made (2 entries)
-Tweet "I'm in it to win a $250 designer purse from @ParazulHandbags on @FutureMama's blog http://bit.ly/6MG3cK."
-Give me a pregnancy tip!
-Become my Facebook Fan
-Add my NEW button to your blog!
-Post about this giveaway on your blog.
-Email Subscribe to my blog (don't forget to confirm your email!) OR Subscribe to my blog through one of these feeds (let me know which one in comments).
-Vote for me on Top Baby Blogs (per day/computer) (just click the link)
-Tell me how you heard about this giveaway (you read my blog regularly, saw it on Twitter, etc.)
Leave a comment for each extra entry.
PS: This is the first of my Full Term of Giveaways. It's easier for me to do a giveaway a week instead of one big one, and it'll make time go by faster! If you're interested in sponsoring a pregnancy or fertility related review and giveaway please use the "contact" link above or email babymakingmachine{at}gmail.com. Stay tuned for tons of fun!

My favorite item on their site is the Pink classic bag with pink logo slim scarf :).
ReplyDeleteI tweeted about this givaway on twitter! (@puretrance)
ReplyDeleteThat is beautiful! I'm totally with you, I want a cute diaper bag....purses have been a huge part of my non-baby life, and I think an ugly diaper bag would just depress me! lol
ReplyDeleteMy favorite Parazul item is definitely the black scarf bag, because I think I could fit my laptop in it....and everything I wear is black or gray!
I am following @ParazulHandbags on twitter! (@puretrance)
ReplyDeleteI follow Parazul on Twitter!
ReplyDeleteI totally want this bag. It is very lovely!
ReplyDeleteI became a fan of Parazul Handbags on Facebook!
ReplyDeleteAnd I tweeted about the giveaway! @thehoneyb
ReplyDeleteI became YOUR fan on Facebook! (I can't beleive I wasn't already! X_X)
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ReplyDeleteI'm Following Parazul on Twitter :)
ReplyDeleteI'm already a follower and I LOVE the classic bag (the scarf makes all the difference)
ReplyDeleteI love the Scarf Bag!!
ReplyDeleteI made a black scarf bag with a limegreen & blue scarf with a green fish charm :) I LOVE IT.... And I totally wish I could buy it!
ReplyDeleteEnjoy being pregnant! I think the best advice I can give you is when the summer time hits and you are big and pregnant PUT YOUR FEET up whenever you can! I got really swollen ankles because of the heat and standing for too long :)
ReplyDeleteI love the Pink hibiscus large scarf
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I follow u.
I'm a fan of Parazul on facebook!
ReplyDeleteI hope this is a good pregnancy tip--start doing some prenatal yoga, I wish I would have. When I was later on in my pregnancy my back, hips and inner thighs were killing me...I think that if I had done the yoga it would have really helped me later on!
ReplyDeleteI follow parazou on twitter. 1amypugmire. amypugmire@live.com
ReplyDeleteI tweeted about the giveaway!
ReplyDeleteI guess I get to comment again since I did the build a bag feature?
ReplyDeleteI've had your new blog button on my blog for a while... does that count.. I hope so!
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ReplyDeleteI subscribed through google reader!
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work out as much as you can during your pregnancy or be as active as you can. and eat healthy I dropped the weight super fast that way. amypugmire@live.com
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ReplyDeleteOn the Build a Bag I made a Pink Classic bag with the lime green logo slim scarf and the aqua fish charm. It makes me think of going on a cruise :). So cute.
ReplyDeleteI subscribed to your email thingy :).
ReplyDeletethe bag u got (Lime green scarf bag with lime green logo scarf) is my favorite...in green since its my fave color.
ReplyDeletei became your blog follower :)
i tweeted about the giveaway as well :) http://twitter.com/IrieDiva/status/6811928658
ReplyDeleteI wrote an entry on my blog about this givaway: http://fadhamburger.blogspot.com/2009/12/awesome-givaway.html
ReplyDeleteAdded your button to my blog: http://fadhamburger.blogspot.com/
ReplyDeleteVoted for you on Top Baby Blogs :)
ReplyDeletePhew! Got 'em all, until I vote again on TBB for you tomorrow etc. ;).
ReplyDeleteLOL my Diaper bags (yes bags I had a few lol) nvr got peed, pooped or anything in. One had a minor spill but nothing major. Don't worry you can go as stylish as you want and still keep it clean :)
ReplyDeleteI'm a follower! I'm also a 1st-time expectant mom looking for a great diaper bag...I heart their black scarf bag :-)
ReplyDeleteI'm a follower!
ReplyDeleteI would probably have to go with the black scarf bag. It's just to neutral it will go with anything!
Ooh, I have been looking for a nice diaper bag!!! I like the Beige classic bag with beige/black logo slim scarf - simple, but classy!
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I follow @ParazulHandbags on Twitter (@alannanoelle)
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I'm a fan of Parazul on Facebook.
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A pregnancy tip? Hm. Well, I'm not too far ahead of you, but I would say to just try to enjoy every moment. I find myself constantly wishing for the next big milestone, but I know that time is going to go by so fast, I will want to remember everything! Along with my blog I am also writing in a journal so that I can savor every moment of this pregnancy!
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I voted for you for Top Baby Blog.
ReplyDeleteI made a black classic bag with a lime green palm tree scarf and a white shell charm.
ReplyDeleteI also made a black messenger bag with a pink cocktail scarf and a pink cocktail charm!
ReplyDeleteI tweeted! (@alannanoelle)
ReplyDeleteOk, I am a follower of yours and I don't usually enter giveaways, but I like that bag. Love the diaper bag even though that's not the one I want but it's a hot bag. I love that Classic bag. Just my size, style and color. Following them on Twitter.
ReplyDeleteOh snap! I've got to have this! Plus I've been a follower for quite some time! :)
ReplyDeleteI'm a facebook follower too! :) Sign me up again.
ReplyDeleteI like the black Slim bag!
ReplyDeleteI follow via Google Friend Connect.
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tweeted http://twitter.com/annedoggett/status/6813798226
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I love these bags so much. My favorite is the Black classic bag with beige/black logo slim scarf.
ReplyDeleteI'm also a subscriber.
Thanks so much for offering this giveaway and Happy Holidays.
I follow @ParazulHandbags on Twitter (peg42)
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I'm a Parazul Facebook Fan
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I'm a facebook fan of yours
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ReplyDeleteVoted for you.
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I love the navy scarf bag!!!!!
ReplyDeleteI'm a follower!
I am follower1
ReplyDeleteI voted!
ReplyDeletePregnancy tip - my special high risk doctor told me that its okay to drink a coke -- just not 12 of them -- and its okay to eat unsuspicious sushi -- what do the Japanese eat?-- two myths that I thought were true and so did my friends!
ReplyDeleteThat was a life saver... because I needed the Coke for nausea and the sushi for sanity.
I voted
ReplyDeleteI like the black classic bag. With any scarf, really.
ReplyDeleteOh, and my baby hasn't ever pooped, peed, or puked on my Vera Bradley "diaper bag"/favorite purse. 5 months of normal wear!
That pink scarf bag is gorgeous. And guess what - it's for you, and you're a girl. Tell hubby that the bag is YOURS and you get to carry Spawnie's accoutrements in it. ;-) So pink is just fine.
ReplyDeleteAnd as for the poop. Hon, I have 3 kids and never got any poop on my bags. You need to get urself a good wipeable changing pad, and you get urself a bag for used diapers. Lots of lovely ones on Etsy or Ecobebeboutique.com. Or if you want, you can check out Munchkins scented bags that will hide any potential odor until u can get it tossed safely.
I follow your blog and my favorite item is the Black Orca Large Scarf!
ReplyDeleteThank you for the giveaway :)
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You have an amazing album. I am not able decide any one. I think that second one is outstandingly deliberate.
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I follow you!
ReplyDeleteI love the messenger bag! It looks so classic!
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I subscribe with Google reader!
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Pregnancy tip: Don't drink water before bed! You'll be sorry!
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I designed my own bag!
ReplyDeleteSlim bag, black, pirate scarf and pirate charm!
Entry #1!
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I designed my own bag!
ReplyDeleteSlim bag, black, pirate scarf and pirate charm!
Entry #2!
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I'm following your blog and my fave item at Parazul is the Navy Classic Bag with Beige/Navy logo slim scarf. :)
ReplyDeleteI use the Build-A-Bag feature. I made a classic bag in white with a lime green palm tree slim scarf and a purple turtle charm. Looks very tropical. :)
ReplyDeleteI have subscribed to the blog by email.
ReplyDeleteI click voted for your blog. :)
ReplyDeleteI follow you with Google{Deb K}
ReplyDeleteAnd my favorite is the The Black Scarf Bag~Too Cute :-)
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I follow @ParazulHandbags on Twitter{Deb55106}
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MY DREAM BAG
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Purple turtle large scarf
Purple turtle charm
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MY DREAM BAG
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Purple turtle large scarf
Purple turtle charm
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Tweet!
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I could fit my laptop in it....and everything I wear is black or gray!
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I Voted for you!
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I subscribe with Google Reader too :-)
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I have officially started following your blog! And I have got to say, that is one AWESOME bag!!! Go you!
ReplyDeleteI follow on Google reader. I like the Beige classic bag with beige/black logo slim scarf.
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I follow on Google Reader and my favorite bag is the classic in green.
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I just became a facebook fan.
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I just subscribed to the email!
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Just became a fan of your blog on facebook- Carrie Shaffer Coffey
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I made a dream bag- classic bag in lime green with a sea shell scarf and a pirate charm- entry #1
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Dream bag entry #2
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I am following your blog and I love the lime green scraf bag!
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I follow @ParazulHandbags on Twitter
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I am a Parazul Facebook Fan
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I made my dream bag!
ReplyDeleteSTYLE[ CHANGE ]Scarf BagCOLOR[ CHANGE ]Lime GreenSCARF[ CHANGE ]Pink logo large scarf CHARM[ REMOVE ]Pink hibiscus charm
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I tweeted, http://twitter.com/laprochaine/status/6830712434
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I am pregnant as well! Put a pillow behind you when you are in the car it makes things sooo much more comfortable.
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I subscribe via email
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I heard about this giveaway via the tip junkie, http://tipjunkie.net/giveaways/
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i like the black slim bag
ReplyDeletei heard about giveaway from your emailed feed.
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ReplyDeleteI tweeted about the giveaway. jrdnc88
ReplyDeleteI really like the black classic with the black/beige logo scarf.
ReplyDeletebecame a follower of @ParazulHandbags (jrdnc88)
ReplyDeletebecame a fan on facebook (becky watts davis)
ReplyDeletebecame a fan of your blog on fb (becky watts davis)
ReplyDeletepregnancy tip I remember since I had my last child almost 14 yrs ago..ha...is when you feel nausea, something lemony will help. Crystal light helped me and so did lemon heads. A friend of mine from England told me about that and said it was an old wives tale but it worked for me. :)
ReplyDeleteBag Style-Classic Bag
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Scarf-Beige/black logo slim scarf
Charm-White shell charm
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Bag Style-Classic Bag
Color-Pink
Scarf-Pink cocktail slim scarf
Charm-Pink cocktail charm
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ReplyDeleteI tweeted about the giveaway today! @thehoneyb
ReplyDeleteI am a follower and I love the black messenger bag! What great handbags! I love them!
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I subscribe via email!
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Heard about your giveaway on tipjunkie on twitter.
ReplyDeleteAdded your button to my blog. :)
ReplyDeletevoted for you on top baby blog. :) Good luck.
ReplyDeleteMy favorite is the black scarf bag.
ReplyDeleteBlogged about your giveaway.
ReplyDeleteI am a blog follower.
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ReplyDeleteEnjoy your pregnancy even when you are uncomfortable because when it is over you will miss it (I know from experience).
ReplyDeleteI heard about your giveaway in my reader and on twitter.
ReplyDeleteWhat an awesome giveaway! I love the black messenger bag! Oh and Happy SITS Saturday Sharefest! ; )
ReplyDeletefollow u & I love: Lime green palm tree slim scarf
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ReplyDeleteMy favorite is the White scarf bag with beige logo scarf!
Tweeted:
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I don't know if this is really a pregnancy tip, but it's a tip:
ReplyDeleteTreasure each moment{even the horrible ones like colic} because before you know it they've grown up, and your missing all of those "baby moments"
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ReplyDeleteVoted again today for you on Top Baby Blog.
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ReplyDeleteMy favorite item is navy Scarf bag
ReplyDeleteThe Black messenger bag is my favorite from their store.
ReplyDeleteI tweeted: http://twitter.com/middayescapades/status/6844101164
ReplyDeleteMy pregnancy tip for you is to continue to exercise! I wish I had.
ReplyDeleteI am subscribed to your feed in reader.
ReplyDeleteI like the Black messenger bag
ReplyDeleteHello! I follow!
ReplyDeleteI like their White classic bag with beige/black scarf and their Black scarf bag with beige/black scarf (I like all the colors actually!).
ReplyDeleteI follow @ParazulHandbags on Twitter as @StephanieAnnC!
ReplyDeleteI built a bag! STYLE: Scarf Bag COLOR: White SCARF: White logo large scarf CHARM: Navy star charm
ReplyDeleteI tweeted about your giveaway as @StephanieAnnC
ReplyDeleteI voted for you on Top Baby Blogs!
ReplyDeleteI heard about this giveaway on Twitter! I follow you there too.
ReplyDeleteI love the Beige scarf bag with white logo scarf.
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I'm a Parazul Facebook Fan. (Aik Chien)
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I tweeted.
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I'm a Facebook fan.(Aik Chien)
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Subscribed via Google reader.
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Saw it on Tip Junkie.
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WOW! What an amazing giveaway. I'm already a follower, but I checked out the parazul site. I LOVE the pink slim bag. So cute.
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I follow Parazul on Twitter!
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Became a fan on their Facebook page.
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I'm a follower!
ReplyDeleteI also love the black messenger bag!
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Following ParazulHandbags on Twitter - clctaube
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I made a black classic bag, with the red logo slim scarf, and the navy star charm! #1
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I made a black classic bag, with the red logo slim scarf, and the navy star charm! #2
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Tweet: http://twitter.com/clctaube/status/6852415720
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I'm currently 5 months (24 weeks) pregnant! :-)
ReplyDeleteWhat got me through the first few months (of nausea) was Izzy's drinks! They are carbonated juice! Yummy, helpful, and non-caffeinated. :-)
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I'm a Facebook fan - Lori Taube
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I'm an email subscriber
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I heard about this giveaway in the email you sent out!
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I like the navy star charm
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ReplyDeleteMy pregnancy tip is to work out as much as you can. It will make it easy to lost that excess baby weight.
ReplyDelete(((Wipes Away Drool))) Swoon! That bag is GORGEOUS!! Please count me as entered, and thanks for doing this giveaway. Fingers crossed!!
ReplyDeleteOh and I just posted on Twitter :-)
ReplyDeleteI have your *new* button on Busted Plumbing (http://www.bustedplumbing.com) already, because you are FABULOUS.
ReplyDeleteI'm not so sure on the pregnancy tips, but I'd really like another entry! Putting myself in your shoes, I would just try to enjoy every little minute of it. Oh, and I heard someone the other day about doing a pregnancy journal!
ReplyDeletePlease tell me it's not limited for US! It's gorgeous, especially the scarf bag!
ReplyDeleteand I'm a follower of your lovely blog :)
a pregnancy tip? take a picture of yourself in the same place and position throughout your pregnancy. it's great fun watching the progress!
ReplyDeleteI've created my bag:
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Red logo large scarf,
Navy star charm.
gorgeous!
blog follower...
ReplyDeleteLike the Pink scarf bag with pink logo scarf
following ParazulHandbags on twitter: nanceattack
ReplyDeleteI'm with you it is all about the Diaper Bag! It's gotta be cute and classy! I love the pink one!
ReplyDeletetweeted http://twitter.com/nanceattack/status/6858325067
ReplyDeletepregnancy tip - get a pregnancy pillow! VERY soon you are not going to be able to sleep comfortably. Pregnancy and no sleep is a bad combination
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