We are settling into having two kids. Cohen doesn’t say “NO BABY!” anymore and instead looks for his “shweeping” sister the first thing in the morning. He calls her “Wee-nah”, melt my heart. He loves to give her hugs and drive his trucks over her head (we try to discourage this). Sometimes he even shares his trucks with her by placing them on her blankets when she’s sleeping in her little bouncer. Although he’s got a bad case of the terrible twos, at least he likes his sister now.
And I’m still in the “fourth trimester” which is why I’ve been avoiding modeling on this blog at all costs. But eShakti sent me this dress and I love it, though I ordered it in my “normal” size. Right, because I was supposed to bounce right back from this baby, just like last time! (Right! When’s that going to happen!?) Does it get harder with each subsequent child? I’m not bounced back. 
So I’m sucking in substantially in these photos, but, like all the rest of my eShakti dresses, I love this one. The fabric is gorgeous and it is so unique from any of the dresses I already own. It will fit right soon enough.
I have written about eShakti here and here, I have um, *lots* of their dresses and love each one. They are so flattering because they fit perfectly. I gush about them to anyone who will listen. They have really become my “go-to” dresses when I want to feel good about myself and not fuss with finicky clothes. The skirts are long enough and the fabric is heavy and nice. I love that you can customize them, too. I had the sleeves lengthened and the skirt shortened on this one.
Go order yourself a cute dress (or skirt!) from eShakti with the code SEEKATESEW and you’ll get 20% off! That’s good until March 20th. (It goes in the promotional code box). Here are some of my spring picks:
1. her fifties colorblock skirt
2. vintage style poplin dress
3. pleated poplin skirt
(I bought that black and white striped skirt and it almost fits. Almost.)
i totally know what you mean about modeling. my bouncing back isn’t going so well either right now. but you look great. we are always our worst critics.
Darling dress! It took me 18 months to “bounce back” after baby #2, even though I had little problem bouncing back after baby #1. I shudder to think how long my body will take to recover after I have baby #3 this fall! But I’m sure it doesn’t take all women that long, I may just be unlucky.
Short hair cuts are adorable — chop it!
Oh yeah, man, postpartum modeling is the best. :/ Those couple months are the ones where I was more like “whose body is this?” than when I was pregnant! None of my clothes fit right. ANYWAY, this dress is very cute on you, and I’m jumping out of my skin excited about All Stars! Might even sew along if I get my act together. Take care!
Very nice look!
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Aurélie
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Kate you look beautiful! I am still in the hating modelling phase, 10 months after my baby was born
. I think the recovery time seems to double after each baby for me, lol! You really do look incredible though, and the dress is adorable!
You look adorable! I remember the transition from one kid to two kids and man, it was tough. I can’t imagine throwing PRP into it as well! You are officially my hero.
And that dress looks awesome on you
You look so cute! The dress is super cute too! Love the lengthened sleeves!
You’re as gorgeous as always. My second was the hardest to bounce back from….don’t think it happened, but then again, I was pregnant again with #3 when #2 was only 8 months old, so….there’s always that.
Take it easy on yourself, you’ve got a lot going on. “wee-nah” – SO CUTE!!!!
You look great. It took me about 4 mo to bounce back. I actually think it went faster since I was also chasing a toddler around. I also have a high metabolism & babies that like to nurse around the clock- which makes it go faster. We are finally adjusting to 2 kids & the baby is 9 mo old! It’s tough at the beginning but gets easier. I would say leave your hair long-ish & just have it trimmed. For me, it’s much easier & faster to put my hair back in a pony tail to change a diaper or keep someone from pulling it than have to style a short hair cut in the morning then deal with it growing out (bobby pins & all). Just my two cents. Oh also, you might wait to do anything until you know how your hair is going to change. Mine got so much thinner after baby #2.
You look great! I’m in the “4th trimester” pudge period right now too. I am trying so hard to get back in shape, but the whole nursing thing is making me eat like a starving child. I also recently got this itch to cut my hair off, like Gennifer Goodwin style. I am trying really hard to fight the urge because I know I’ll be devastated and miss my hair if I go through with it! Maybe just a trim and some fun layers?
LOVING that pink arrow fabric!! Did you print it yourself??
Fourth trimester indeed! It does get worse with each kid, unfortunately. But it does come off…just SLllooooowwwwwlllly. I love that dress..want it so bad! Dresses are hard for me to wear while nursing though. Anywho…that lace is awesome!
you’re so cute! that comment about cohen is so funny to me. i’m sure it wouldnt’ be if i was the mom of a 2 year old an a new baby.
when you get dresses from eshakti do you have them customize it to fit your specific measurements, or just add sleeves/adjust length?
I love the dress and I can’t wait to see what you have coming up on the blog and in PR&P All Stars! I am hoping to sew along this time now that I’m getting quicker at sewing
-Ash P
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You look super cute, but I feel ya on the not bouncing back after the 2nd pregnancy thing. Baby girl will be one in less than 2 months and I still have a bit to go ;op After the boys I went super short pixi and LOVED it… then I got pregnant again and ended up with round face and growing out hair ;op I want to cut it again, but it has just gotten to the ‘pretty’ long stage. gahhhh, I am never satisfied ;o)
You look great those are hard months! My second was a much longer bounce back window- it’s a good thing they’re so cute. And little sisters are great roads for cars, until they become mobile, if they are going to be there might as well make the useful
Really excited for the project run and play!
You look so cute Kate! I don’t want to hear anything about not bouncing back after baby number 2- I still have illusions that I will.
can’t wait for my boy to drive his trucks over his sisters head.
that’s funny I bought that black and white striped skirt too
you look great
Love the dress, and you look great! I got my first eshakti dress recently and love it, too. (Note to self: take pics and write post!) As for hair, I think you’d look awesome with a long bob . . . like, barely grazing your shoulders at its longest point, longer in the front and shorter in the back. Although your hair looks really pretty as it is, so you’re probably safe either way!
You look great, such a pretty mama! As for the hair, I think you should go a shortish bob with a fringe (bangs). Seriously, I think it would look super cute on you.
I don’t know about bouncing back, but I’m bouncing…? Haha! I’m nearly at 8 months pp with number 3 and I’m starting to get there. Still live in leggings and yoga pants, but I have a few pants that zip without empty-baby-house mummy-tummy etc etc. I was thinking on the first post, man is your hair getting long! I think you could rock an angled bob but just a trim would be good too.
Yes, it does get harder, but you’ll do it. I looked better after my 2nd than ever in my life. You’ll be running around plenty soon so it will come off. And yes, your hair would look adorable at chin length. I just did it myself after months of questioning and then finally reminded myself ‘it grows back’!!!!
You look great!! Beautiful! And that dress is adorable! I love it!
Your hair is gorgeous, and with your pretty and delicate facial features, you could seriously ROCK a swingy bob with some bangs!! Go for it! I have long hair and am about to go have it whacked off on Monday. It’s almost spring… time for a change. =)
You look great… love the dress. Give yourself a break… seriously you just had a baby!
I just have to say that: Your one of the most beautiful women if ever seen, I get jealous every time I read your blog and there is definitely nothing wrong with your hear! Love your blog anyways
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Hair not hear
Chop it! I cut my hair short a couple of years ago and I will never go back. It is so easy to take care of and it’s fun and fresh.
PS I LOVE your style. Totally up my alley!
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Eshakti is awesome!
i think you look beautiful. I didn’t bounce back with my first so count yourself lucky lady! It always takes me about a year to really get there and this time…welll. Third times not a charm. I have some work to do. Turning 30 this year might be a factor.
I amazed at all you can do. You are awesomely fantastic.
Also. I love your new blog layout. Can we chat more about your experience with Wonder Forest?
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Love the pics! You look beautiful! I definitely had a harder time losing baby weight after my 3rd baby, so I would say, yes it does get harder with each kid, but give yourself time. You’re doing your most important job right now, being a mom and taking care of yourself and your kids. Thanks for sharing a glimpse of your life! I just love your work!
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