At the time of this post, I was 38 weeks pregnant…and being offered to chance to try out Miami’s newest AAA 4 star restaurant was a no brainer…I mean, when you’re pregnant, you simply can’t pass up the chance to have a delicious meal. So the hubby and I went out for dinner on what would unknowingly be our last dinner out as a couple sans children. We headed to the Bentley Hilton and walked into their De Rodriguez Cuba restaurant for a true Miami inspired meal.
(Side note: It was really hard to take clear shots because of the lighting but trust when I tell you that the food looks absolutely beautiful upon presentation)
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May 13
A dinner out at De Rodriguez Cuba
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May 13
The Do’s and Don’ts of Preggo Talk
So…as I reach the end of my pregnancy, I am reaching my level of tolerance for the comments that I hear on a daily basis. Most of the time, people are genuinely happy and sweet with their words, but you’d be surprised how often I have encountered less than stellar words from people…which leads me to this post, here are just my personal thoughts on what you can and can’t say to a pregnant women:
(by the way, this picture below is me yesterday…showing off the bump and proud!)
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Apr 13
Pregnancy Fit at 36 Weeks + Product Review
Hi Guys,
Sorry for this super long vlog post but I wanted to share with you all the products that I have been using consistently throughout my pregnancy. All the products are listed below the first video in case you want to know more about them. Enjoy!
1) Fairhaven Health Pregnancy Plus Prenatal Vitamins
2) New Chapter Wholemega Prenatal
3) Belli Fresh Start Pre-Treatment Scrub
4) Belli Elasticity Belly Oil
5) Belli All Day Moisture Body Lotion
6) Kiehl’s Super Fluid UV Defense SPF 50+
7) Make Up Forever Pro Finish Powder Foundation
8) Gustavo Briand Miracle Oil Hair treatment
9) Bath & Body Work Jasmine Vanilla Lotion
10) Evian Water
11) Benefits of fresh squeezed orange juice
See you next week!
XOXO,
Martha
Martha
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Apr 13
Dreamsicle!
Yep, I’m round, I’m wearing horizontal stripes and it’s quite possible that from far away I may look like a dreamsicle…but isn’t that delicious ;) I love being able to play with fun spring and summer colors lately. As chic as black is, color is like wearing a smile. You simply feel good. I wore this comfortable outfit out the other day for an early bird dinner with the hubby. It was perfect for the warm afternoon sun and transitioned beautifully for the breezy evening later.
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Apr 13
Last Minute by Spa Finder
In this day and age, it’s a miracle we can accomplish all the things we have on our plates let alone find time for a little pampering so the new service by the SpaFinder team is perfect for the modern day busy lady (or man). I was invited to lunch on a private yacht (yes, rough day for me) and chat with the CEO of SpaFinder, Pete Ellis, about their newest addition, Last Minute. So come and cruise away with me ;)
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Apr 13
Pregnancy Fit at 35 Weeks
Hi Guys!
I’m back with my latest installment of Pregnancy Fit. This week I wanted to talk about keeping with a plan and really pushing yourself to stay healthy and fit. I hope it didn’t come across pushy…let me know and I’ll gladly give myself the side-eye ;)
As for the workout to do at home, this is an easy and fabulous stretch. It feels amazing to open up your shoulders…especially because we all tend to lean in (due to computer work, cell phones, etc.). Great way to counteract that.
XOXO,
Martha
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Apr 13
Casual chic in spring colors
I am so happy for the warm weather and the long days of sunshine…sorry to rub it in, but in Miami, the weather is all Spring and even some summer already…and it feels amazing ;) Here is what has become my “go to” outfit as of late…a comfy and colorful shirtdress, a cute hat and some flats. It works for my preggo self and in my opinion, it looks pretty chic too.
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Apr 13
Pregnancy Fit at 34 Weeks
From Latham Thomas’ “Mama Glow” book:
“This swell-quelling salad is the antidote to edema. If you’re sensitive to onions, you can skip them and it will still be amazing. This seasonal salad is hydrating and cooling on warm summer days and helps to reduce swelling caused by heat, poor circulation and edema. Watermelon is a powerful food, rich in vitamins A, B, C, lycopene, magnesium and potassium.”
One 5-pound watermelon
1 red or Vidalia onion
1/2 cup fresh chopped mint leaves
1/2 cup fresh chopped cilantro
1/2 cup fresh chopped parsley
4 tablespoons fresh lime juice
Salt and pepper, to taste
Cut the watermelon into 1 inch sized chunks and place in a large bowl. Slice the onion into thin strips and soak in enough cold water to submerge the onions, for at least and hour. Discard the water and remove the onions. Add the onions, mint, cilantro, parsley and lime juice to the watermelon. Gently mix and season with salt and pepper.
Finish and enjoy!!
For more ideas, tips and information about Latham’s book, please visit:
http://www.mamaglow.com
Here is the brief video from the Expert Village explaining and showing a jump board session.
And here is my Pilates video where I am demonstrating a very easy but important exercise. Notice how my stomach moves in and out drastically.
XOXO,
Martha
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Apr 13
Shift in attitude
I’ve been asked a lot about my maternity style and I have honestly been surprised at how many non-maternity pieces I am able to wear. The most important rule in maternity wear is to stay true to your style and never be afraid to try it on. I bought this dress at Banana Republic after having fallen in love with the material and the color. I bought it a size bigger than I normally wear and voila! it zipped! A shift dress is always in style and in my opinion, it’s the perfect silhouette for a preggo…so go ahead, hot Mommas to be…step into that dress in the window. You may be surprised at how it fits!
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Apr 13
Chantecaille Blogger Brunch at Saks Bal Harbour
Any time I can spend my morning shopping, learning and brunching at Saks Fifth Avenue in Bal Harbour is time well spent ;)
I was invited to the private preview of the Chantecaille makeup line and spend the morning with some other lovely Miami Fashion Bloggers. We learned a lot about this small family run business that features a big eco-friendly vision and a compassionate heart. Omar Lima-Chavez, their Southeast executive, told us the history behind this great line and shared with us their philanthropic works which this year include the “Save the Sharks” palette featuring Spring’s best colors; 5% of the profits from this palette go to the Bloom Association, an organization working hard to preserve and save sharks from extinction.
A beauty company that truly cares…now that is something I can definitely support.
