Everyone Thursday: Becca Merino Shrug
I kept seeing this shrug as I reviewed the Nordstrom sale yesterday, and it occurs to me it’s a great thing to talk about here. If you’re like me, during your pregnancy you got reacquainted with the summer maxi dress — my love has continued postpartum; they’re the perfect thing to wear on lazy summer…

How Do You Share Parenting Duties with Your Spouse?
Are you an “equal parent” with your partner? What steps did you take to make that happen — and what happened organically?

Washable Wednesday: Rodera Colorblock Pleat Front Shirt
The Half-Yearly Nordstrom Sale begins today, and there are some great finds for classic, conservative wear. I’m drooling over this chic, machine washable blouse from Hugo Boss — I love the pleats, the black contrast detail, and the sale — 40% off. It was $265, but is now $159 (limited sizes, alas). BOSS ‘Rodera’ Colorblock Pleat Front…
Nursing/Pumping Tuesday: Sleeveless Faux Wrap Blouse
Readers continue to sing the virtues of this Pleione wrap top for pumping, nursing, and general wear. Long-sleeved versions are on sale, but they just came out with new colors in this sleeveless version. This pretty rose cross print looks lovely — springy, feminine, flattering. It’s $58 at Nordstrom. Pleione Sleeveless Faux Wrap Blouse (L-4)