Despite current COVID-19 restrictions, we still managed to have a happy little birthday party with those in our bubble. This was my very first time throwing a birthday party of any kind, so I was nervous, but I'm proud of how things turned out!
Critical Baby Gear/Gizmos/Thingamajigs: 9 to 12 Months
There are hundreds of baby products out there and it can be so overwhelming to try and sort through them all! I'm honestly figuring out all of this mom stuff as I go, but I'm sharing my discoveries along the way!
Calvin’s Favorite Books: Year 1
I have loved books and reading for as long as I can remember. My one-year-old, Calvin, has quite a few options to choose from, but he has a few distinct favorites. I'm sharing those favorites with you today!
Must-Have Products from Amazon for Your New Puppy
Are you thinking of adding a new puppy to your family and wondering what you ought to have on hand? Have you recently added a puppy to your home and have realized you are woefully unprepared? I've got you covered with all of the basic puppy supplies you should get from Amazon.
My 3 Favorite Soups
There's a chill in the air, leaves covering the ground, and I am thoroughly enjoying my sweaters and my soups.
Getting Outside With My Eleven-Month-Old When It’s Below Freezing
Taking a baby outside in the cold can be complicated and confusing, but worth the effort in the end. I've got a few tips if you have an almost-toddler like I do! (And even a few for those of you with newborns!)
Toy Rotation! (Even When You Have Very Little Storage Space)
Toy rotation has been amazing for our little family, both in keeping our living room under control and in maintaining Calvin's interest in his toys, rather than buying him new ones to keep him interested.
Delicious Oreo Truffle Recipe
Do you need an easy and delicious treat to bring to your New Year's Eve party tonight? I've got you covered with this recipe!
Making New Year’s Resolutions That Will Stick
We have nearly made it to the end of 2020. I don't think this year has gone how any of us hoped or planned. I, for one, know that when I was making goals and resolutions for this year back in January I wasn't planning on quarantine, mask mandates, or social distancing. That being said, not all of my goals flopped. I'm going to share some tips for how to help YOUR goals stick, even when everything gets turned upside down.
5 Tips for a Magical Christmas Morning
Christmas is my favorite holiday, especially Christmas morning. I have wonderful memories of waking up Christmas morning and rushing to see the Christmas Tree with my siblings. As Colter and I have navigated our married Christmas seasons, we have integrated our Christmas traditions and some of them make for a magical morning.