https://boards.hellobee.com/ Pregnancy, Baby and Parenting blog, by Hellobee en Fri, 17 Apr 2026 22:50:58 +0000 https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/where-do-you-shop-for-swim-suits-for-you#post-2928178 Tue, 18 Apr 2023 23:56:11 +0000 karenbme 2928178@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>I’m 4 months postpartum with my second and still have a significant belly and more weight than at any other time in my life. I’m ok with my body, but looking to be a bit more covered this summer. I’m super tall (5’11” with a long torso) and have never found a one piece bathing suit that fits, so I’m hoping to find 1 or 2 stylish tankinis for the summer. I did some googling but so many places seem to be selling tankinis for 50-something women who haven’t updated their style since the early 90s. Where do people shop for modern, more covered up swimsuits?</p> <p>I know about summersalt but they only sell 1 tankini in black or navy blue, which is sad compared to all their other offerings. Has anyone ever bought anything from Albion Fit? They do a lot of not quite tankinis, but I’m not sure about random websites. </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/cariuma-shoes#post-2927177 Tue, 28 Jun 2022 09:52:31 +0000 Chuckles 2927177@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>I'm thinking about getting a pair of Cariuma shoes, but I'm skeptical of buying some online without trying on. If you have some, are they comfortable and would you buy them again? Also, do they run big or small? Thanks! </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/family-photo-outfit-help-3#post-2926341 Thu, 10 Feb 2022 21:52:05 +0000 Jess1483 2926341@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>Well, I pretty much always need fashion advice, but I'm starting to feel overwhelmed about a surprise photo shoot we've planned for my parents, when they (my mom and dad) travel with our family (me, DH, DS9, DS6, DD2) to Costa Rica this March. So far they do not know about the photo shoot. I think they'll be really thrilled, but it makes outfit planning hard. So:</p> <p>1. When do you think we should tell them? If not until we're on the trip, should I try to choose clothes I think they'd like that "go" with the family's outfits? I don't want to be matchy-matchy, but my dad's a t-shirts or plaid kinda guy, so I'm just not sure what we'd end up with if we don't do any planning.</p> <p>2. Help! I don't know what any of us should wear. We don't live anywhere near a beach, and today it was like 15 degrees, so I'm having a hard time visualizing. I truly don't think I have anything appropriate, so I'll likely need to purchase something. DH might have a neutral enough polo shirt, but I'm absolutely open to purchasing for anyone. I do have a dress I love for DD, and I'm kind of pulling inspiration from that, but I'm also not committed--if something works better for her, that's totally fine. </p> <p>Thoughts? Advice? Direct links to the perfect dress? (I'm a pretty plain Jane dresser, so anything too far outside comfortable/casual will likely make me feel uncomfortable.)</p> <p>Thanks! </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/mail-in-wedding-dress-preservation#post-2925869 Wed, 22 Dec 2021 22:41:57 +0000 bhbee 2925869@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>Anyone do this or have a recommendation?</p> <p>My dress is 12+ years old, never had it cleaned. My daughter (who is almost 10) tried it on for fun at my mom’s house (it’s been in a closet there) and it’s really in good shape except for some stains near the bottom and I’d like to get it cleaned. But my mom lives in a smaller town (across the country from us) so not sure about doing it locally. Any thoughts appreciated! </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/need-random-recommendation-sweater-shaver#post-2925601 Mon, 29 Nov 2021 00:21:08 +0000 Chuckles 2925601@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>Does anyone have a recommendation for a sweater shaver they have and love? I have two sweaters that I love but can't wear in public anymore because of insane pilling. I got a sweater shaver a couple of years ago, but it's not very effective and somehow it ran down batteries in like two uses. Thanks in advance! </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/slip-on-waterproof-winter-boots#post-2925303 Fri, 29 Oct 2021 12:50:01 +0000 bees_knees 2925303@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>Anyone have any recommendations? Something like your typical Uggs, but waterproof. I have tall Joan of Arctic Sorels, but looking for something I can just slip on/off to go to school pickup, etc. </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/is-it-time-for-another-photoshoot-fashion-advice-thread#post-2925105 Sun, 03 Oct 2021 11:25:39 +0000 MoonMoon 2925105@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>We have a family photoshoot scheduled for later this month for baby's 1st birthday (which I can't even believe it! That's another thread all together...)</p> <p>The setting will be fairly urban and we live in the northeast where it may be sunny or it may be gray and cold.</p> <p>I have a dark denim overall for LO, not sure how to style it, and then what to coordinate for 8 year-old brother, mom, and dad. I'm potentially open to plaid flannel, but don't want that to be the dominant look, if that makes sense? Anyway I'm hopeless at fashion, have any of you bees have come across any great clothes or ideas recently that you can share? Thank you!</p> <p>PS I was thinking of getting a little felt crown for the birthday boy to wear in some of the pictures, is that weird? </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/best-flat-iron#post-2924423 Wed, 21 Jul 2021 13:49:27 +0000 PurplePumps 2924423@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>I'm sort of in the market for a new flat iron and can't decide! So many options in every price range that have great reviews, but are the more expensive ones really better? Do you have one that you love? Especially if you've tried multiple ones?<br /> I got the HSI that has a ton of great reviews on amazon and "best of" pages, but I'm not impressed with it at all. </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/bathing-suit-recs#post-2923854 Tue, 25 May 2021 13:55:23 +0000 LadyDi 2923854@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>Anyone have a bathing suit they LOVE? We are going on vacation in a few weeks and I need to get a new one. I'm looking for a one piece (or two but a high waisted bottom). I'm petite but I have no boobs to speak of anymore (thank you, children) and perpetually look 5 months pregnant so some tummy control would be nice. </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/easy-skincare-routine#post-2922333 Wed, 03 Feb 2021 13:00:07 +0000 Bluemasonjar 2922333@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>I am turning 36 next month and I feel like it is time for me to finally get into a regular skin care routine. The key is to keep it simple as I am a low maintenance girl at heart. My current routine is washing my face with a cleanser morning and night.</p> <p>My skin is dry in the winters so looking for a good moisturizer and everyday spf protection. I break out on occasion but do not have particularly oily skin. Any suggestions or favorite products? </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/favorite-joggers#post-2922007 Sun, 10 Jan 2021 15:08:55 +0000 Chuckles 2922007@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>I have one pair of jogger pants from Old Navy, and I'd like to get a couple more pairs. I keep seeing ads online for super cute joggers, but they are for clothing companies I know nothing about. What are your favorite jogger pants? Thanks! </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/hair-treatmentmask-for-home#post-2921627 Fri, 25 Dec 2020 12:52:04 +0000 bhbee 2921627@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>My Christmas wish is to have the hair I did before kids ... </p> <p>My hair seems so damaged and tangly and dry right now, probably due to not enough trims and too much dry shampoo during covid! But it’s also fairly fine, and thinner since my last baby, so I’m always afraid to use anything too heavy. </p> <p>Any product suggestions that you love? Everyday (well, every wash) or a special treatment. Thanks! </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/recommend-your-favorite-leggings#post-2921124 Fri, 27 Nov 2020 21:56:30 +0000 CatchAFallingStar 2921124@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>What are your favorite black leggings to wear with tunics/swing dresses? I’m a pant size 14-16, 5’9” and I have some love handles to cover, so probably high-waisted. Thanks in advance!! </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/adult-mittenglove-recs#post-2921172 Mon, 30 Nov 2020 14:28:22 +0000 winter_wonder 2921172@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>Does anyone have any recommendations for super warm mittens? I'm trying to keep up my daily walking habit even as temps get chillier. But, I definitely need some warmer mittens. </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/warm-boots-for-me#post-2920049 Tue, 27 Oct 2020 11:16:56 +0000 Mommy Finger 2920049@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>Looking for recommendations for some warm winter boots. The only caveat is that they have to be easy to put on! I have some pull on boots from North Face that are super warm and comfortable but it's a work out just to get them on. The only thing is.....I hate shoes/boots that lace up. I know, I know, that would make things easier but there has to be something out there, right? </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/clothing-you-love#post-2920164 Sun, 01 Nov 2020 20:54:47 +0000 Jess1483 2920164@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>(I'm trying to distract myself from Tuesday's election, so I'm shooting for the fluffiest post I can manage).</p> <p>My mother wants to buy me an outfit of my choice. Shoes, top, pants. I would normally go out shopping, but am staying in. Buying on-line is not my favorite because I don't know how things will fit, but I want to give it a shot. </p> <p>I dress fairly plainly. Mostly I SAH (well, I work on-line in my PJs as well, but in terms of clothing, I don't have a job to dress for). I love sweaters, but also have an abundance of them. I like to wear boots, but I have two solid pairs--they're high, though, and I'd be interested in a pair of shorter boots if I knew what to wear them with. </p> <p>So, mostly I'm looking for people to tell me their favorites--brands, individual items, why you like them? I'd love to have a better start than typing "women's tops" into google.</p> <p>Thanks! </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/recs-for-cropped-workout-leggings-with-little-compression#post-2919821 Tue, 20 Oct 2020 11:55:18 +0000 Mrs. Pajamas 2919821@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>I'm on the hunt for some updated workout gear and am overwhelmed by the options. I think I'm also in the minority of the internet in that I don't love a lot of compression. I do mostly strength training outside so I want something breathable and cropped (19" would be ideal). I know everyone loves Lulu wunder unders but they are too thick/tight for me. I just ordered the CRZ yoga "naked feeling" style form Amazon and the high waist was soooo tight. Other options? Preferably reasonably priced and available via amazon? </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/fall-mini-photo-session-help#post-2919484 Sat, 10 Oct 2020 14:34:58 +0000 Clementine12 2919484@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>We just booked a mini session in early Nov. Got my kiddos taken care of (seen here) and DH has a blue and gold plaid he will wear. I want to wear jeans with tall boots. Any ideas for a top? I can't pull off gold/yellow and need tall/long styles. </p> [attach=7470/20/qi03qb.450x600.20201010_133159.jpg] [attach=7470/20/qi03qc.361x600.20201010_132955.jpg] https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/beach-bag-recs#post-2917722 Mon, 27 Jul 2020 15:39:17 +0000 LadyDi 2917722@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>Looking for a new beach bag, preferably one that is enormous but is also a cross body or, even better, a backpack. Does such a thing exist?</p> <p>Going to the beach soon but our house is not on the beach, so I will be lugging a bag + three kids under 5 from the car. Need to carry everyone's crap and preferably have my hands free. </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/jewelry-repair-help#post-2917087 Thu, 09 Jul 2020 07:34:20 +0000 PinkElephant 2917087@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>A bit random, but I figure there is someone on here who has some jewelry making experience and will know what to do. </p> <p>My favorite monogram necklace snapped in the middle of the chain. It is not a charm/pendant, but is rather “built in” to the middle of the chain with a solid loop on either end of the chain. I think I just need to replace the chain itself, but don’t know what to call it so I’m coming up blank on Amazon searches. Anyone know? Am i missing some other way to repair it?</p> <p>While it’s nice and one of my very favorite pieces, it’s costume (gold plated), so I’d rather avoid a trip to the jeweler to have it fixed. </p> [attach=2883/20/qd7c99.450x600.B4DC3F07-B830-46AA-89EB-4DCA7F52FC91.jpeg] https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/favorite-brand-for-quality-pajamas#post-2913435 Sun, 05 Apr 2020 22:15:29 +0000 crazydoglady 2913435@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>Any suggestions? Looking to keep the sets under 50-75 for high quality jammies that will last for years. </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/coverupmakeup-help#post-2913020 Sat, 28 Mar 2020 15:38:04 +0000 Becky 2913020@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>Every time I get pregnant I get these red veins near my face. The first two were on my hairline and not raised so are NBD. With my current pregnancy I got a cherry hemangioma smack in the middle of my forehead. It is huge. It looks especially great on Zoom. </p> <p>I have no experience with foundation or coverup as I wear very minimal makeup (under eye concealer, mascara, bronzer sometimes, and blush). What I have on hand is a basic liquid foundation I’ve used like twice ever. What can I use to help coverup this red bump?! </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/skinnylegging-jeans#post-2911697 Thu, 12 Mar 2020 13:35:17 +0000 PinkElephant 2911697@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>Help! In the spirit of shopping to avoid the rush of COVID19 policy/closure emails flooding my inbox....let’s shop! I’m in need of some skinny/legging jeans with a mid to high rise. Regular size range is fine, I’m typically a 2 or 4 regular length. I prefer a real button/zip waist to elastic, but am open if you tell me elastic ones are great!<br /> I used to wear GAP SUPER SKINNY mid-rise leggings jeans, but (a) I don’t see them online anymore and (b) whether it’s because they’re worn out or I need a different size or whatever, my current pairs aren’t staying up (sagging in the waist and butt) even with more frequent washing/drying. </p> <p>Thanks! </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/help-me-find-a-dress-4#post-2911022 Sat, 29 Feb 2020 23:52:04 +0000 meganmp 2911022@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>Every year, my school has a fancy auction, and people are encouraged to dress "on theme", but still fancy. Last year the theme was related to video games, so many of us incorporated electroluminescent wire into our dresses. This year, the theme is "Adventure is Calling." Any ideas? </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/has-anybody-tried-summersalt#post-2909734 Thu, 06 Feb 2020 11:22:51 +0000 erinbaderin 2909734@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>I've been looking for a new swimsuit, and the Sidestroke is super cute, but I'm wary of ordering online (and paying $150 for a bathing suit!). Anybody have any reviews to share? </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/favorite-fancy-pajamas#post-2909476 Mon, 03 Feb 2020 00:49:00 +0000 PawPrints 2909476@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>I've been sleeping in yoga pants and a t shirt, and thinking about upgrading. Recommendations for something that's nice/fancy enough that I could ask DH for it to be my Valentine's Day present, while also comfortable enough to wear every night? </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/keds-like-shoes#post-2909460 Sun, 02 Feb 2020 08:19:54 +0000 meadow 2909460@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>Does a shoe exist like the classic white canvas keds that are machine washable?</p> <p>I want a to buy a cute pair of white shoes to wear with my skinny jeans......but I dont want them to immediately be dirty :p </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/show-recommendation-athletic-and-flats#post-2909295 Thu, 30 Jan 2020 12:59:45 +0000 castilrm 2909295@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>Hi all! I feel like since I’ve had kids, I’ve really dropped my game on updating my clothes and shoes. My loungewear game is strong though :)</p> <p>As such, my athletic shoes are basically dead and not comfortable any longer. Any recs on athletic shoes mainly used for walking/jogging and some low key hikes? I’m okay with spending more on a great shoe that can handle some wear and tear.</p> <p>Same Q, but direct toward flats. I tend to wear pointy toe flats to work (I’ve given up on heels these days but I want to look polished.) Any recs on work (and “going out”) appropriate flats that can handle wear and tear and still provide decent foot and arch support? I love my All Birds but they are too casual for work, and I love my Rothys but if I walk too much in those, my lower back gets sore, likely from lack of support. Also okay to spend a bit more on nicer, long lasting shoes but wouldn’t mind a “cheap” option to consider as well.</p> <p>Thanks! </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/favorite-ballet-flats-1#post-2906152 Tue, 17 Dec 2019 15:15:48 +0000 crazydoglady 2906152@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>I have been wearing more economical ballet flats (Amazon brand or Lucky) and am looking for something a little more "dressy." They need to be comfortable and supportive since I am on my feet a lot as a teacher. Any suggestions? </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/where-do-you-buy-your-clothes-from#post-2906858 Mon, 23 Dec 2019 17:53:49 +0000 crazydoglady 2906858@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>I mostly buy amazon brands (Lark and Ro,) Maurice's, Banana Republic Factory, Costco 😅.</p> <p>I'm looking for inspiration. </p>