I've been blessed enough to have my Mother in Law care for both of my children before they became school aged. By the age of two, I felt that I would be doing my children a huge disservice if I didn't enroll them in some kind of Pre-K program before they entered the public school system. I believe that there are definitely benefits of an early pre-k program for toddlers. I ... Read More
Win a Beach Blanket Pool {For You AND a Friend!}
Our family LOVES to take trips to the beach. It's one of our favorite trips to make each year but I have to admit that it's a little less relaxing and more stressful when it involves bringing a baby along. Last year on our beach trip Gideon was about 9 months old. He spent his time wanting to crawl into the ocean (then crying as the water hit him) and trying to eat sand and ... Read More
4 Road Trip Necessities {Plus a Winner-Takes-All GIVEAWAY}!
This post is sponsored by LunchSkins, HarperCollins Publishing, Warner Bros. Home Entertainment, & Berkshire Blanket. All opinions are my own. Our family has become seasoned road warriors over the past couple of years. My husband and I met and lived in Minneapolis, Minnesota for 8 years. With his family living in Michigan and mine in West Virginia, we often made the 17 ... Read More
Lipsense ~ It Makes Perfect Sense! {+ Giveaway}
I received Lipsense from Liz to facilitate this review. All opinions are my own. When I was younger, I loved wearing lipstick a it make me feel better about myself. I seriously wore it every day! Once in my 20s, I ended up forgoing lipstick because my baby would end up with kiss marks and my glass would too. However, the final kicker was the day that my lipstick wore off ... Read More
How To Save a Ton of Money On Your Next Vacation
This post was written by me through an activation with HireInfluence on behalf of Howard Johnson Hotels. Although I received compensation for participating in the campaign, all thoughts and opinions are my own. Summer is in full swing and I couldn't be any happier! It's the time of the year for sunshine, swimming, barbecues and, my personal favorite, vacation! I'm don't know ... Read More
How to Style Camo Pants
This post about how to style camo pants is sponsored by Everywhere Agency on behalf of OshKosh B’gosh; however, all thoughts and opinions expressed are my own. The days are long but the years are short -- no truer statement has ever been said! I can't believe that my little Jacob starts kindergarten in just a few short weeks. It seems like yesterday he was a tiny baby snuggled ... Read More
Seedling. ~ Unique Arts, Crafts, Games, Toys, & Gifts {+ Giveaway}
My kids love to craft and do artsy projects. Whether making slime, painting, or building, they enjoy creating. Almost every week, we load up and head over to my cousin's house where we do group crafts and projects. They just can't get enough. Recently, I came across Seedling., whose mission is to help grow creative kids. I love that they offer a large variety of ... Read More
WIN My First Cubby from Little Partners!
Do you want some help with organization when you're trying to get out the door with kids? Who doesn't?! Amber at Viva Veltoro recently shared 6 tips that help her family get out of the house on time, along with a look at Little Partners' My First Cubby. Check out all the features of this awesome cubby and enter to win one below! My First Cubby Here are some details about ... Read More
5 Ways Moms Can Relax During Back to School Chaos
I received products from Gurunanda to facilitate this post. Back to school shopping. Signing papers. Making lunches. Getting to school on time. The back to school season is dreaded by moms around the country because of the chaos that ensues in their homes. The relaxing flow of summer is replaced by schedules and the morning rush. After school, moms are ... Read More
Buffalo Chicken & Pasta Bake {Recipe}
Do you ever get stuck in a food rut? I know I do but my family is of little to no help. Whenever I ask them what I should make, it never fails. The answer is ALWAYS spaghetti! I really shouldn't complain as their request is a simple one. But I just don't feel like having spaghetti two or more times a week either. So every once in awhile, I try to branch out and make ... Read More
