We're taking the kids to Disneyland! This will be our first family trip to Disneyland and we are so excited! We're actually going with more family - so it'll be a big group and a lot of fun. Plus, the Christmas decorations went up at Disney today and this will be the first time any of us have been there to see the holiday lights. But, packing with kids is ... WOW. And, since we are flying, … [Read more...]
10 Best, Organic Bath & Body Products – for Babies!
Awww, babies! Is there anything more adorable? Puppies and kittens are a close second, but nothing beats that newborn baby smell. (I bet you wish this screen was scratch 'n sniff right now, don't you?) But, despite the cuteness, babies require a lot of baby stuff! While this list won't tell you everything you'll need to take care of your baby, it will set you up with 10 non-toxic, organic, … [Read more...]
Pregnant? Postpartum? Find Out How To Prepare For Your Newborn Baby!
Ahh, pregnancy. The miracle of life. It's just such a magical time. The constant trips to the bathroom, endless doctor appointments (especially if you're high risk), body aches, inappropriate questions from strangers, and of course, preparing for that new baby that'll be all yours. But, then your little nugget arrives - and you've got this adorable, tiny, squirming little human whose only … [Read more...]
Saturday Shopping: Great Deals to Grab Now!
via GIPHY Are we ready for another segment of Saturday Shopping? Who's with me? Writing these posts can sometimes make me feel like an auctioneer or a town crier, lol. But, also, they can be the most fun to write. Just a spattering of online shopping opportunities to banish your blues with some good ol' fashioned retail therapy. Like this - who doesn't need this in their … [Read more...]
How To Get Great Deals On The Best Children’s Books!
We are big into books in this house. Both my husband I love to read. Before we had kids, we would spend hours on weekends roaming around used bookstores with a coffee in hand, looking for treasures and negotiating the price on leather bound, rare books. Now, we have kids, and I still roam for those rare finds and deals - just in a different way. Fact is, books for kids don't always stay … [Read more...]
Saturday Shopping: Steals & Deals
Happy Saturday! If "Saturday" is synonymous with"shopping deals" for you - welcome to the club! I love nothing more than a big cup of coffee, a fluffy blanket, the sounds of my kids happily playing and watching cartoons and some retail therapy on a Saturday morning. And, if I'm really lucky, my husband is making breakfast (are you reading this, sweetie? *wink* *wink*). So, rather than keep … [Read more...]
5 Easy Fall and Halloween Activities Your Kids Will Love!
Growing up, Halloween wasn't a big thing for my family. We might make an appearance at a Harvest Festival or something, but that was really it. Then, I married a guy who's actual birthday is Halloween. Seriously. So, you best believe that we are all about fall & Halloween in this house. Plus, he does so much for us, that he's an easy guy to want to celebrate. That's why I want to … [Read more...]
5 Easy & Affordable Indoor Art Activities for Kids
Once you have kids, the weekend is both refreshing and stressful.While it's nice to have a break from the early morning routine and the go-go of obligations and appointments, there is something about all of that downtime that can be ... stressful! As a former teacher, I definitely know the benefits of having some easy, ready-to-go activities that I can have on hand to keep them occupied for a … [Read more...]
