Happy Friday friends! Hope everyone had a great week.  This is our second week in a row with a birthday and celebrations, so we're on a bit of a sugar high over here. The kiddos are all home from school as today kicks off Spring break here in Maine.  I took my oldest bike shopping today - he turned 7 (going on 17) and needed an upgrade of his wheels big time. We have a few fun Easter egg hunts this weekend and looking forward to spending Easter with family for brunch.  I'm also thinking of running to sunrise service on the beach.  Then we're off on our big adventure.  We'll be making our way down to Florida via car and train.  You'll want to stay tuned for updates for sure as it's going to be a crazy ride. I'm trying to get everyone packed and I'm trying to do it methodically with all our different destinations, but at the end of the day I think I'm just going to throw everything in there car.  I should probably be packing and organizing and not writing, but I've been eager to share some of my current favorites.  I admit today's Friday Favorites is a bit of a random round-up, but these are all products/things I'm loving right now especially as we're heading into warmer weather and vacation!

1. Kortni Jeane Swimwear
I finally purchased a few of these pieces and am for once actually really excited to wear a bathing suit on vacation.  The retro style and high waist is flattering and forgiving (esp for the mom pouch), the colors and patterns are so fun and I love the mixing and matching you can do with these suits.

2. Nickel & Suede earrings 
Ok these are a longtime favorite, but with the warm weather and Spring wardrobe change, I've been pulling them out even more and have a renewed love. They're so lightweight, easy to wear, and really go with almost everything.  Note I usually wear the small or medium sizes and really love the cut-out style too. 

3. Wary Meyers Sea Melon Candle
​My first reason for trying these candles was because they're made locally here in Maine and sold at Gingham, a great local boutique in my town. All of the scents are fabulous, but this sea melon is my favorite and a welcomed refreshing smell in my house of boys. 

​4. Superga Classic Sneakers (in coffee with gold accents)
I received these in one of my recent boxes from Stitch Fix, and I've barely taken them off since. They are comfortable for chasing my boys around and so versatile especially with the gold trim; they can easily be dressed up or down. Perfect transition footwear into the warmer months. 

5. Hello Fresh
I've literally had a review post about Hello Fresh in a draft for months now, I promise to finish and publish when I can back from vacation.  In the meantime, check out some rambling thoughts I posted on Facebook as to why we've really been loving the service - check out the Facebook post here. If you want to give Hello Fresh a try, you can use my link and get $40 off - www.hellofresh.com/?c=REBECCARS

​6. Rodan+Fields ESSENTIALS Foaming Sunless Tanner
​With vacation and wardrobe changes upon us I've been wanting to give me legs a little color after this long winter.  I've tried a lot self tanners over the years, and this foaming sunless tanner is my new favorite.  The texture is totally different than all the others I've tried, but it goes on easily and doesn't streak (yay!)

​7. Floral Body Oil from Island Apothecary
Another Maine made favorite! I just discovered this oil (and their other products) this winter and can't get enough.  It's so healing on my skin still dried out from the winter, and whats not to love about the natural ingredients and sweet scents. 

​8. Third Love Bras
I was first intrigued by the extensive fit guide and the ability to try before you buy, but now I'm hooked, actually not sure I'll go bra shopping in a store again anytime soon.  I often have a hard time finding bras that fit me well, but these bras fit me great and are also comfortable, quality and really pretty.

Told you, random roundup but they all felt worth talking about this week.  Have you tried any of these?  I'd love to hear about your favorites.  You can also read about my current face routine and favorite products here, and stay tuned for a roundup of Spring fashion favorites coming very soon. And just a friendly public service announcement, if you or someone you know has a little one or is expecting, you'll want to enter my April Showers giveaway ASAP - it ends at 12am EST on Sunday, so chop chop!

Thanks as always for stopping by.  Have a great weekend and Spring break if you're in New England. 

My two older boys are April babies, so as you can imagine, we're in the thick of birthday celebrations and I can't help but reminisce about their births and when they were tiny. April always makes me think of babies.  I'm so excited to be celebrating all the new and pending arrivals out there with an amazing giveaway. I've teamed up with some awesome blogging mama friends to put this on, so be sure to stop by and check them out!

Christy from Stained with Style
Carrie Beth & Jen from the Magnolia Mamas
Kim from the Best Ideas for Kids
Liz from Ellie & Addie
Carolina from Mama Instincts

We've partnered with some really wonderful brands ​to bring you top notch gear that we've loved ourselves.  One lucky winner is going to receive ALL of the following items:

Who wouldn't love these designer bags! They're gorgeous, super functional, they don't actually look diaper bags and they'll take you through the diaper years and well beyond. 

From comfy and cute labor and delivery gowns to nursing bras and tops, Milk and Baby has everything you'll need and want for delivery and postpartum days. 

Still one of my absolute favorite pieces of baby gear, the bouncers from BABYBJÖRN are simply the best and their new Bouncer Bliss looks better than ever. Not only did my little guy absolutely love it, but the sleek design and pretty color choices blend right in with decor which is a win in my book. 

One of my all-time favorite brands for little ones, their colors, patterns and quality simply can't be matched.  Their booties with the snap design are also the best and my go-to gift for new babies. 

What we put on our little ones' feet matters.  With Livie & Luca you can rest assured that they are expertly designed for the healthy development of precious feet and they are handmade to provide extraordinary comfort and durability.  Also doesn't hurt that they are so fun and cute. 

Swaddling was a key piece of the puzzle for us in terms of everyone in the house getting some sleep. Our boys seemed to love the comfort and security of being swaddled.  We love how the Nested Bean Zen Swaddle is so innovative and easy to use, mimicking your touch and allowing you to swaddle your little one up so quickly. 

You'll find a Crane USA humidifier running in our boys' room almost every night. We have the train, but Oscar is adorable.  They are quiet, easy to clean, easy to fill up in the bathroom sink and made with clean control antimicrobial material which is proven to help reduce mold and bacteria growth. 

The Pregnancy Support Pillow from Boppy was nothing short of a lifesaver for me during all of my pregnancies, helping me to actually get comfortable and get some sleep. The Classic Boppy Pillow was also a big hit for postpartum days, for nursing, baby support and beyond. 

If you're planning to cloth diaper, you'll want to know about Spray Pal.  The Spray Pal Diaper Sprayer makes the world of cloth diapering so much easier and less messy. 

These blankets are absolutely gorgeous. Inspired by their beloved adult collection, these new blankets are made with 100% organic cotton fabric & dyes, are a great 40" square design, come in beautiful colors and are incredibly soft.  

As someone who used bottles often as part of our feeding journey, we loved Tommee Tippee bottles and products.  The Ultra Bottle is great for families like us who nursed and bottle fed as the its designed with the ultimate latch, seal and flow. The Night Time Pacifiers are glow in the dark and genius! I only wish I had them with my boys. 

Talk about a versatile and helpful product to have in the house - the 3-in-1 Step Stool will quickly become a favorite.  It is loved by nursing moms as a foot rest, older siblings love to use it to help mom change diapers and feel involved, petite moms use it to lean into a low crib and of course kiddos will use it as they grow for potty training, teeth brushing and helping in the kitchen some day. 

Oogga feeding products truly make mealtime more fun! Their products offer innovative design, bright and bold colors and are more healthy and sustainable products. Once you try Oogaa you'll never go back to ordinary. 

If you haven't visited Pear Tree, you're missing out.  They offer unique and beautiful card designs, stationary and decor.  If you're looking for a birth announcement as special as your new little bundle, look no further. 

Another personal favorite, I used my Happy Baby Wrap religiously with Baby W.  These wraps are so lightweight and easy use, and the fabric reminds me of my favorite t-shirt - so soft! The wraps are also machine washable, suitable for babies up to 25lbs and they come is really beautiful colors (you can even match them with your wardrobe). 

To enter this amazing giveaway use the Rafflecopter form below.  Note that you must be at least 18 years old and a resident of the U.S. or Canada (excluding Quebec) to enter. Giveaway ends Sunday, April 16th at 12am EST. A winner will be chosen at random via Rafflecopter and displayed on the widget below by the end of day on the 16th. The winner will also be notified via email by Monday, April 17th and will have 48 hours to respond before an alternate winner is chosen. Good luck!!

Thanks so much for stopping by and entering!  Good Luck!

Let me start by saying that I am not a professional beauty blogger or skin care expert, and I don't have perfect skin. But I am a busy mom of three with tired eyes, lots of laugh lines and limited time who loves trying new products and finding ones that work for me.  I know I am always curious about what products others are using and love, so I thought I share my collection of current favorites.

This is a glimpse at the products I use just about every morning.  A little less on snow days or a bit more on nights out, but these are my go-to basics.  I'm not a big makeup person, but for me, there is something about leaving the house with a fresh face that feels good. If baby is teething, big brothers woke up sick or I got up extra early to squeeze in a run, my concealer under my eyes is key.  

I've been using most of these products for a while now, though I added in the Rodan + Fields Triple Defense moisturizer a few months ago when I stopped nursing and was feeling like I needed results and a pick me up for my tired face.  I have had great luck with all of these; it's a very quick routine (all I have time for these days).  You'll notice I don't shop all in one place and you'll notice varying price points; I fully admit I splurge on a few key items.  One thing I feel good about though is that many of my favorite products I purchase through friends, supporting other moms in business.

Here are the products I use in the morning:

​1. Cover Girl Cover Girl Clump Crusher Mascara 
2. Arbonne Glossed Over Lip Gloss in Mimosa
3. Arbonne Glossed Over Lip Gloss in Calla
4. Rodan + Fields Triple Defense Treatment with SPF30
5. Rodan + Fields Redefine Multi-Function Eye Cream 
​6. Beautycounter #1 Brightening Facial Oil 
7. Beautycounter Dew Skin Tinted Moisturizer (note I use #2)
​8. Beautycounter Touchup Skin Concealer Pen (note I use light)
9. Arbonne Glow on Bronzer 
* Cute lobster cosmetic bag is from Sea Bags. 

Not this is in no way a sponsored post, just thought I'd share my current favorites.  Many of these products I purchase through friends, if you are interested in trying any of these, I encourage you to shop from your friends and if you don't know anyone that sells the products, shop through mine - Here are links to the gals I shop with.  

Arbonne - Brandy
Rodan + Fields - Angie
Beautycounter - Morgan 
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We're all have different skin, needs, and budgets, but if you have products you love, leave me a comment, I want to hear about them. Thanks as always for stopping by!