Helios Self Tanning Towels

Helios self tanning towels are absolutely amazing! One because they are made with natural products, and two because they create a nice even tan all over your entire body. Plus they are like the size of a hand towel instead of a cream that gets all nasty and turns your body orange. I don't use tanning beds because skin cancer runs in my family, nor do I try to tan all day long in the sun either. I use the same SPF as my son does to keep myself protected. I have tried creams before and I was unhappy because they were always turning me too orange, I've tried spray tans but there are so many chemicals. But Helios works great for me. I absolutely love them! I have already recommended them to a few people. The best part is that once you put it on it keeps working so your body continues to tan. Now I do live in Florida and the directions say don't get wet for 6-7 hours but here that was impossible so I noticed a tiny spot that came off, or I guess you could say was a little lighter, but that was because I had only done it 2 hours before. Next time I'll remember to do it before bed or right when I wake up. Florida is just so unpredictable with the weather. And as most of you know I try to use the more natural products for myself and my son. I'm trying to get my hubby too as well. The towels start at $14.99 which is more affordable than any spray tan and lasts a lot longer. They also have a deal right now, buy 10 get 2 free! That's a great deal! And so worth it! You can visit their facebook page and give them a like at Helios Facebook Page or you can visit their website to place an order, which I recommend you do quick at http://heliostan.com/buy-now.php. And this I am quoting from their webpage so you can see how natural they are "Helios is gluten, sulphate and paraben free, using only certified organic ingredients, including: dihydroxyacetone or DHA, the only FDA-approved sunless tanning ingredient sourced from European suppliers. In addition, Helios enhances DHA tanning performance with certified organic aloe, jojoba and avocado oils. Tanning results last up to 10 days. The solution will not rub off on clothing or bedding." Here's a few photos of what the packaging looks like, I will add a before and after when this one wears off because I didn't think to do it first. There goes that mommy brain again! ;)
-Kayla

Chatty Cathy Crochets

First I'll start by saying how catchy is that name? Pretty cool right? She is the best crocheter (if that is even a word) that I have seen. These hats came our PERFECT! And her wrapping is sooo cute!

 I stumbled upon her shop on facebook, and she was working on these two new designs and made them for my son. As you all know he is 2 so that's why they aren't super tiny like for a newborn. She can make all kinds of different hats and other items. I will definitely be using her for all of my photography props that I need. If she's available of course! She has a special ending today for 25% off so run to her website and get that deal! Right now she is starting hats for football season, for any team you would like. They are awesome!! I wish I liked football so I could buy one, but I have no time to watch football. She is also making headbands. They are very cute as well. Her items start as low as $12.99 which is definitely affordable for almost all people. You can reach her by email at chattycathycrochets@gmail.com to place and order or visit her etsy shop at Chatty Cathy Crochets. Again I will most definitely be using her again for my photography needs and you should too. She also sent me a beautiful note thanking me for doing a review of her hats but in reality I am thanking her for making me these hats! So THANK YOU Cathy!! Now here are the photos of how these fit on my 2 year old, but you are not limited to this size. (Please excuse her personality, this kid is just too much sometimes)

Taste of Fame Apparel Review

Taste of Fame Apparel has snapbacks (hats) and apparel for all ages. They sent me some super cute shirts that I loved on my son. We also took these with us to California so we could photograph him in the California mountains. Then one of the shirts I did here in my studio because the wording on it fit so perfect with the poses and the way the photos came out as you will see at the end as always. I will say that their shirts are great quality, I've washed them at least 3 times and they haven't faded at all. We went camping and the one he wore there got completely filthy and when I got home it was so easy to get all the stains out because the fabric is perfect. Their clothes are extremely affordable, with sale items starting at $9.99 and regular items starting around $17.99. Definitely in my budget and most others. And I love getting things on sale, everywhere I go I try to find a good deal and you can actually see that their sale items are just as good quality as the rest. One thing I also want to point out is that the owner sent me a personal note in the package that made me so happy. I love that I didn't just get a package in the mail but that I got a personal note which makes me feel like they take more pride in their company. Now I do not expect this from all companies nor am not saying I don't appreciate any other company, but I thought this was a nice gesture and I've gotten notes from a few companies which you will see in my future reviews. So anyways, to get your clothing now before their sale runs out you can reach them at tasteoffameapparel.bigcartel.com, you can get Lex's looks for $9.99 right now. Make sure you follow them on instagram as well @tasteoffameapparel and make sure to like them on facebook, they don't have many yet, I believe they just started the facebook site facebook.com/tasteoffameapparel. So hurry over and get these looks now! I absolutely love this company and am actually entering their Brand Enthusiast search because I love them so much. I hope you enjoy the photos of my little man, and no I couldn't just choose one or two! I LOVED THEM ALL!
-Kayla

Reviews are coming soon!

While I was in California I received a bunch of review items, I know all of the companies are waiting for your reviews. Two nights ago Lex and I got all of the photos done for them so I have a few customers to finish editing for and then I will continue editing the rest of the review items. There will be two giveaways as well so make sure you all enter. One will be set up tonight, because the review is already done. The other will be started as soon as I edit the rest of the photos and write the reviews. So I hope that you all are ready for your reviews to be done. And I hope all my readers are ready for some awesome items! Thank you for being so patient as I am basically doing 5 jobs right now, mom, wife, photographer, blogger, and Jamberry consultant. So thank you all for being so patient.

-Kayla

Doodle Pants Leggings Review and GIVEAWAY!

So I found Doodle Pants on Facebook and reached out to them because their leggings are absolutely adorable! As all of you know my family and I were camping in the California mountains and these were perfect for that! They are just the right thickness for the cold nights and the sunny mornings. Not to mention very comfortable, I want a pair for myself! I am so happy that they sent us these two pairs because they were the perfect match for my son. If you sign up for their website you get 15% off your first order and I believe free shipping. They are at an extremely affordable price, starting at $24.99. They also have matching shirts to go with the pants which I most likely will be purchasing because they are so adorable! When you first see them they do look a little tight but they stretch greatly and Lex was able to run around the campsite like a madman in them.The quality is great and I was highly impressed when I received them. It brings me such joy to see my son so happy in some of the products I get for him. And it also tells you that your kids will love them just as much. I also just read on their website that lots of celebrities buy these for their kids, that must mean something right. We need to help the small shops become bigger. It makes me so happy to see that celebrities buy them and are supporting Doodle Pants. You can follow them on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/TheDoodlePants and also on instagram @thedoodlepants, or you can visit their regular website to pick up your pair, or a couple pairs at www.doodlepants.com. I highly suggest and recommend this company. I have a ton of photos because I couldn't just choose one. And yes, my son is picking up trash in some of the photos, and yes he was pretending to sleep lol. I'm not sure why, but he absolutely loved the little trash picker-uper. So a big thank you to Doodle Pants for these lovely leggings, I hope to work with you again in the future. And parents please follow them on all websites  and order your pair now. As always here come the photos :)
-Kayla
Doodle Pants Giveaway

Handmade Moccs by My Beautiful Little Shop

So recently my son has been obsessed with wearing moccasins, which I am 100% okay with because they are great for their growing little feet. I had the pleasure of working with one of the best handmade moccasin companies there is, My Beautiful Little Shop. As soon as I opened the package I could see how much pride she takes in her work, because they were FLAWLESS! As you can see in these photos.

They are perfect! You really can tell the difference between the handmade moccs, not that I am complaining about any other made moccs, but you can really tell the difference. The leather and durability is so much stronger. My son absolutely loves these two new pairs. And for being handmade they are not extremely pricey either, they are definitely on the affordable side. I found her shop on instagram and instantly fell in love. The owner has been so kind and responds very quickly. It truly has been an honor getting to work with her. The moccs at her shop start around $35.00. There are a TON of different varieties for boys and girls, and I will say I totally want some of the girl ones! I definitely think everyone needs to go now and buy a pair of these moccs asap! I've never seen a shop that actually has them with laces, those are my favorites. The beautiful tan color matches with everything, as you will see in the photos I post at the end. To order a pair of these beauties you can visit her website mblittleshop.storenvy.com Once you get there you will see how beautiful not just the moccs are, but the website too. I greatly appreciate her hand making these moccs for my little man. you may also follow her on instagram @mybeautifulittleshop and hashtag all of your photos with her name as well as mine so I can see how many of you fell in love just like I did, my instagram as most of you should know is @piecesoflovephotography
Thank you again, and I hope you enjoy the photos of Lex in his moccs out here in beautiful California. I know there is a lot but I couldn't choose one!
-Kayla

LactaMed Simplicity™ Hands Free Pumping Bra Kit

The LactaMed Simplicity Hands Free Pumping Bra Kit is made for breastfeeding/pumping mamas. It holds your pump in place so that you can be mobile and not have to just sit in bed, on the couch, or wherever you normally pump. This is perfect for stay at home or working moms, if you have a private office to be able to sit and pump while you work. It is such an easy bra to use, they are made for one size fits most and that is so true with this. I am a really tiny person and was able to make it fit perfectly! There was a ton of extra leftover as well. Besides it being able to hold your pump, this bra kit is to help produce more milk by giving you free hands to massage while pumping, which also helps prevent mastitis. I like many women have had mastitis and it was TERRIBLE, so painful, and made me extremely sick to where I could barely take care of my son. But, with this bra it can easily be prevented. There are over 12 different colors, and works with all nursing bras. That is a HUGE plus. As if finding a good nursing bra isn't hard enough. This bra is very affordable and easily stored in any breast pump or diaper bag. I definitely will be using this when my next baby is born and will recommend it to any breastfeeding mama. I really wish I would have known about this with my son, it would have saved me so much time and I probably would have pumped a LOT more, because it really does make pumping easier. I also think this is a great gift for a baby shower, especially for new moms. Another thing I loved about it, which you will see in the photos, is that I was able to carry my son while wearing it and my pump, and when I did that the suction cups didn't move at all. I feel like that is almost unheard of, unless you are spending a ton of money to get one of those huge wraps to hold your pump. This is seriously so lightweight and easy. You can purchase yours straight from their website at www.lactamed.com or you may also purchase it on amazon. I highly suggest that you go buy yours today! They have two different choices, you can buy a one or a two pack so you have one for home and one for on the go. Here are some photos of me wearing it. Please excuse my no makeup face and messy hair ;)
-Kayla