Samantha K Schmidt

This week begins my third trimester of pregnancy. For me, it's all seemed to go by so fast. My belly seems barely big enough for a tiny human to live, and it's crazy to think our little man will be here in 3 months. Ahhh! Panic! I'm actually really excited for him to get here, but there's just so much left to be done. Meanwhile, my body is still experiencing all the unusual things associated with pregnancy. If you missed my First Trimester update on my YouTube channel you can check it out for an introduction into my many pregnancy symptoms, but today I'll walk you through the good, the bad, and the ugly of my 2nd trimester. SECOND TRIMESTER SYMPTOMS Acne : Although switching to oil cleansing has helped my skin a lot, I'm still experiencing breakouts. Part of this is due to the less than healthy foods I've been eating. The other part is just one of the many lovely side effects of extra hormones. Leg Cramps : This new symptom has been the most bruta...

Hello Luxers! I have missed you. This year has been an absolute whirlwind. My full-time job had me in tears for the first month, I went to Israel, and started dating a pretty amazing guy. All of which has kept me very busy. As a full-time teacher it is hard to find time to devote to my passion, but summer makes it a little easier. With that said, Morning Lux is back and in full swing. Call it Summer Lux if you'd like ;) Keep your eyes open for the newest trends in fashion, decor, technology, and more! Tell me what you are most looking forward to this summer in the comments below.  Can't wait to hear from you.