A day late, but I still wanted to celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month with my son, Sage! My mother is from Colombia and moved to the U.S. when she married my dad. My abuelita was my nanny, and I spoke Spanish before I spoke English. My mom took us to Colombia many times throughout my childhood to visit family, which helped me develop a strong connection to my Colombian roots.
This past weekend, we celebrated our first wedding anniversary. One year of marriage has completely flown by, and when I look back at everything we’ve accomplished together, I can hardly believe it’s all happened in just one year. We had an incredible three-week honeymoon in Italy, toddler in tow, moved states twice, got pregnant with our baby boy, and bought our first house in the prettiest city, which we’re now renovating and turning into our home. It’s been such a full and exciting year, and I’m so grateful I get to experience all of it with my incredible husband Andrew.
WE BOUGHT A HOUSE! Andrew and I just bought our first home—a 1920s Craftsman bungalow in Savannah, GA! We visited the city in July, and just two months later, we are homeowners here. I’ve gotten a lot of questions about whether or not we are still planning to move to Italy. The answer is yes! Andrew has his citizenship application appointment scheduled for February. We’re hoping he gets it, but if not, we’ll have to go back to exploring the visa route. When the time comes, we’ll either keep the house and rent it out or sell it. Our little guy is due in early January, and this home needs a lot of work, so we’re going to be very busy getting it ready! Andrew has been doing all of the demo work, and I’ve been putting my years of experience working in interior design back to use. It’s a very exciting time for us, and we are incredibly grateful to be homeowners. Wish us luck!
From its charming historic squares to its moss-draped oak trees and welcoming Southern atmosphere, Savannah is a city that’s easy to fall in love with. My husband, our toddler, and I visited in July while I was pregnant as we explored the city and considered making it our future home after our lease in Colorado ends. While we had an amazing time, I wouldn’t recommend visiting during the peak of summer if you’re traveling with young children or while pregnant—the heat and humidity can be intense. Even so, we made the most of our trip and discovered so many wonderful places along the way. In this guide, I’m sharing our favorite things to do, the best restaurants we tried, and the hotels I’d recommend to help you plan your own Savannah getaway.
Our first trip to Savannah was one we won’t soon forget, and staying at Municipal Grand made the experience even more memorable. Traveling with my husband and our toddler, we were looking for a hotel that was beautiful, comfortable, and centrally located—and Municipal Grand checked every box. From the moment we arrived, the valet team made everything effortless. They were incredibly quick whenever we needed our rental car, which made exploring beyond downtown completely stress-free.
When my husband and I spent four days in Savannah with our toddler, we weren’t just visiting—we were seeing if this beautiful city felt like home before committing to a move. Between touring houses and exploring different neighborhoods, we made it a priority to experience Savannah’s food scene. My husband is a chef, and I’m always drawn to unique restaurants with incredible ambience, so we had high expectations. Thankfully, Savannah completely delivered with memorable meals, beautiful spaces, and so many restaurants that felt just as special as the food they served.
Savannah quickly won us over with its beautiful historic neighborhoods, moss-covered oak trees, and laid-back Southern charm. My husband, our toddler, and I visited in July while I was pregnant because we were considering a move there once our lease in Colorado ends. While we loved exploring the city as a family, I wouldn’t recommend visiting during the middle of summer—especially if you’re traveling with young children or while pregnant. The heat and humidity were intense, and we found ourselves planning most of our outdoor activities early in the morning or later in the evening. Even so, we had an amazing time and discovered several places that are perfect for families.
There are hotels that simply give you a place to stay, and then there are hotels that become one of the highlights of your trip. Our stay at Hotel Bardo, a five-star boutique hotel in the heart of Savannah, was exactly that. Traveling with a toddler can sometimes feel like you’re packing up your entire house, but Hotel Bardo’s Tiny Travelers Club package made everything feel effortless and genuinely welcoming for families. From the moment we arrived, thoughtful touches like an adorable in-room play fort, nightly treats, and family breakfast made our little one feel just as much a VIP as we did. Every detail was thoughtfully designed to make traveling with kids easier while still delivering the elevated luxury experience Hotel Bardo is known for.
When we found out we were expecting our second baby, it was impossible not to dream about what this next chapter would look like. If I’m being completely honest, I had started picturing a little girl. I imagined tiny dresses, matching moments, and watching our family grow in a new way. So when we found out we were having a baby boy, I needed a moment to let go of the picture I had created in my mind. But deep down, I had always felt I was meant to be a boy mom. And considering my husband’s family is made up of almost all boys, the odds were definitely pointing us in that direction. Looking back now, I truly can’t imagine it any other way. Two little boys will be so sweet!
When we made the temporary move to Colorado earlier this year, we knew it would be a season of change and adventure for our little family. As we settled into this new chapter, Andrew and I decided it was finally time to start growing our family. From the very beginning of our relationship, we talked about our hopes for the future and the family we wanted to build together. After getting married last September—following eight wonderful months of dating and a six-month engagement—we felt ready to take that next step. To our surprise and excitement, it only took two months of trying before we found out we were expecting!
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