I was driving in my car on a beautiful afternoon. The sun was shining and I was heading to an appointment that I had been looking forward to for years. The radio was turned off in the car as my mind was going a million miles a minute – so it was silent and I […] Read more…
Throwing a DIY Kids Birthday Party
With your little one’s birthday just around the corner, you are excited about your kid being a year older. There are a few jitters too as you have to plan a spectacular birthday. A small bit of planning and creativity can go a long way in making the party delightful and fabulous. Don’t worry it […] Read more…
28 Things Moms Like To Do
“So… what do YOU like to do?” All eyes were on me and my mind was completely blank. Ummm… I like…to… be… a mom? I answered, but questioned myself slowly. It was at that moment that I realized that my life revolved around my baby girl! “What do I like to do?! What in the world […] Read more…
Our 2nd Birthday Giveaway Week – #BestDay2Celebrate
So, if you follow us on Facebook or Instagram you probably heard what a FUN week we have planned! Ladies…it is our BIRTHDAY!! How fun is that?! Two years ago I started this blog to encourage women in celebrating the beauty and lessons of motherhood! It has quickly grown into something bigger and better than […] Read more…
Trendiest Clothes For The LOWEST Prices – Healthtex at WalMart
Shopping…something I TRULY love! {You ladies already know that about me!} It is by far one of my favorite things to do! Yes, I am totally that mom that goes to the store to buy laundry detergent and walks out with three new outfits for my toddler. I just can’t NOT take a little peek at the […] Read more…
6 Simple Steps To Love Yourself
A young girl wakes up every morning, hoping to find that best friend that she has always dreamed of spending her life with, wondering if she will ever find love. A wife cries all day, trying to find happiness in her marriage, wondering what she should do in her relationship. A new mom stays up […] Read more…
Kitchen Organization Tips to Foster your Child’s Independence
For many families, the kitchen is off limits for children. Hot surfaces and sharp knives spell disaster for kids, so parents end up doing all of the food and meal preparation without any help. But it isn’t the only way! Learning how to cook and clean are important parts of child development and can and […] Read more…
8 Things to Teach Your Teen Before They Get Their License
The day you’ve been dreading for 16 years is upon you: Your teenager is about to get their license. If you’re like most parents, you may feel a little excitement as the realization hits that they’ll be able to transport themselves places, but that may be mixed with some real anxiety about their safety. Luckily, […] Read more…
A Letter To My Daughter On Infertility
“When are you going to have another one?!” This is a question I get asked weekly… sometimes even daily. Whether we are at the doctor’s office or grocery store, play groups or family gatherings, it is almost always guaranteed to come up. To the world, you are a two-year-old. A little girl who loves to […] Read more…
FRETTE – The First Step To A Whole New Bedroom
Over the past few months I have had the itch to redecorate my entire house! PLEASE tell me I am not the only one that gets this way at least three times a year?! I am always wanting to change up my home to give it a different feel. In fact, in the first 4 years […] Read more…
22 Ways To Ring In The New Year With Your Man
Ringing the New Year in as a wife and mom can be a bit of an adjustment. No more clubs or parties {unless you get a babysitter} and no more banging pots and pans when the clock strikes midnight because you will be too afraid to awake the sleeping baby! So, as a mom with […] Read more…
10 New Year’s Resolutions For MOMS
New Years Eve. A day to start fresh. A day to start something new. A day to become the person you always imagined of becoming. A brand new beginning. It’s crazy how life changes so quickly. Every year we have a family tradition of writing our New Years Resolutions on a piece of paper and […] Read more…
What Christmas with a Baby is Really Like
Christmas is such a fun time of year! Everything from the trees, to the lights to the presents is all so magical. Even with all of that magic, Christmas can sometimes be challenging when you have a baby at home. This hilarious video from Story of this Life brings the reality of what Christmas really […] Read more…
5 Tricks for Getting Your Man to Look (and Feel) His Best
We all know that eating right and exercising will help to keep anyone in shape. But did you know that there is more you can do than badger your man to hit the gym more often and to lay off the pizza and beer? In fact, implementing these simple tricks have an almost immediate effect […] Read more…
Grocery Shopping Mom Hacks That Will Change Your Life
Grocery Shopping can be one of the hardest tasks as mom! BUT with these helpful mom hacks, your next trip to the store will be a little more bearable! Thank you What’s Up Moms for these most HELPFUL tips! Now off to the grocery store to try them ALL. Read more…
5 Tips to Help Your Teen Make Healthy Decisions
Every parent wants to ensure that their child makes the best decisions possible. As your teen matures, they will be faced with a number of important decisions. Teaching them the skill sets to handle these decisions in a positive way will prepare them to make effective and healthy decisions. There is no handbook on raising […] Read more…
A List Of The Sexiest Things To Say To Your Wife {In Just Three Words}
No doubt you’ve been there. Coming home from a long day at work to hear how long and overwhelming the day was from your wife. It’s true, her day was hectic and filled with all kinds of sights and smells that make most men queasy. That’s why the first three words that come out of […] Read more…
THRIVE – Product Review and Giveaway
Hey ladies!! I am SO excited it is GIVEAWAY DAY!! These are definitely our favorite days around here! I love taking a few minutes to share my FAVORITE products with all you ladies that make mom life a LITTLE easier and way more fun! Let’s be real… motherhood is exhausting. It doesn’t matter how much […] Read more…