Maternity Photos

We were able to recover our maternity photos we thought were lost, so even though Joslynne has been out of my belly just about as long as she was inside, we still wanted to share! It is so fun to look through these and remember the anticipation we felt to meet our little one. She is all we imagined and so much more! 

Dress

During pregnancy, it is hard to find clothes that still feel fun, flattering, and comfortable. There just doesn't seem to be much of a selection in most stores for maternity. Granted, it is a short period of your life, but you have to wear something for 9 months! And, during this season of a huge change in your body, boring, oddly fitting clothes do not offer much encouragement. 

Pink Blush came to the rescue for me! Their clothes are so beautiful, very fashionable, and comfortable. They fit true to your normal size and just add space for your belly to grow! I had some special occasions to dress for during my pregnancy, including being a bridesmaid, and I found just what I needed. 

Pink Blush not only offers maternity and nursing friendly clothes, but Women's sizes too! Their dresses are the cutest! I have teamed up with Pink Blush to give away a $75 gift card to one of you. These clothes are just too lovely for you to miss! Visit our Instagram to enter now through Saturday, June 3, 2017. 

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Personalized Child's Step Stools

One of our favorite custom items available in our Etsy shop are our Child's Stepstools. These started out with a gift we made for our nephew, then one for our little girl! We started making them for others, and love it. Creating gifts is just so fun! 

These handpainted stools are completely customizable! You can choose the name, font, and base color. We love that this is not only something our little girl will use as a child and can act as decor, but it is also a keepsake she can have forever! 

I love seeing all the different names on each order! They are all so cute. If you need help coming up with a name for your next child, let me know, I have a running list now! Haha :)

We love to see our artwork in their new homes, so tag us with #jotsbyjacqueline in any photos you share!

You can find the stools in our Etsy shop! Let us know, which color is your favorite?

Mint Chocolate Popsicles

If you follow along with me on Instagram, you've probably seen my ongoing saga of trying to eat healthier, but refusing to let chocolate go. :P I seriously eat chocolate chips by the bag every week, its a problem. I've been on the hunt for healthy snacks that incorporate a little dark chocolate to satisfy my 3pm treat cravings instead. These coconut milk mint chocolate popsicles do just that! They are also dairy free, which I need right now while breastfeeding! They are quick, easy, and perfect for summer. :)

You will need:

1 can full fat coconut milk

1 1/2 teaspoons mint extract

1 teaspoon vanilla extract

2 tablespoons maple syrup

Green food coloring 

1 cup dark chocolate chips (Use Guittard for dairy free)

1 tablespoon coconut oil

6 popsicle sticks

6 count popsicle mold 

Directions:

1. In a food processor, blend coconut milk, mint and vanilla extracts, and maple syrup. Mix in 2-4 drops of green food coloring.

2. Pour mixture into popsicle molds and place in freezer. After approximately 2 hours, push a popsicle stick into the center of each mold. Continue to freeze overnight. 

3. In a microwave safe bowl, microwave chocolate chips and coconut oil for 60-90 seconds until melted. Stir every 30 seconds. 

4. Remove popsicles from the freezer and run warm water over plastic of the mold to loosen the popsicles. Remove popsicles from the mold and place each one onto a cookie sheet lined with wax paper. 

5. While popsicles are still frozen, dip each one into melted chocolate and place back onto the cookie sheet. Drizzle remaining chocolate onto popsicles if desired. Place cookie sheet back into freezer to allow chocolate to harden. 

Store popsicles individually wrapped in wax paper in airtight container or bag in the freezer. Pull one out when the chocolate is calling your name! ;)

So, these do contain chocolate, and maple syrup, but they've gotta be healthier than ice cream and cookies right?! For more chocolatey snack ideas I've tried, follow along on Instagram. And, if you have any healthy but sweet snacks to share, please, help a sister out! 

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