Hey, did you know babies and toddlers under the age of two fly free? Probably so! Travel is expensive, and this is a perk that my family has taken advantage of many times. Lap children are controversial though, and many airline safety experts warn against the practice. Until the recent incident with a Southwest flight, I […]
Let’s be honest here. How many of us have ever baked up a lasagna to bring a family welcoming a baby or mourning the loss of a loved one? *Raises both hands* But think back to when YOU had a baby. Did you want lasagna, multiple nights in a row? I know I didn’t. Even […]
I’ve been a runner since I was 12. A significant portion of my life has been spent running and racing . . . and running is truly one of the top things that makes me feel like me. So, it was only natural that a jogging stroller was one of my top baby shower gifts. […]
I’ve been a full-time working outside the home, daycare-using mom for about 18 months now. Most days, I’m content with my situation, but every so often I’m not. Usually it’s the small stuff that causes the unexpected hard days. A sunny afternoon I’d rather spend at the playground instead of the office. Hearing my son’s teachers […]
Heading to the beach for spring break? Or maybe wishing you were heading to the beach? No matter your situation, we’ve got some spring break reads for you to enjoy as we celebrate the end of winter. These book recommendations will carry you through the beginning of all things new. For, as Anne Shirley says, “That […]
Alright everyone… enough with the green food coloring already! I am permanently scarred from the green milk I was forced to drink as part of an elementary school St. Patrick’s Day program. These kid friendly St. Patrick’s Day recipes are sure to please and are a great way to celebrate the holiday with your family! […]
Fun money. Everyone wants it, but how do you get it? Maybe you have room for it in your budget. Maybe you don’t. I’m not here today to talk about budgeting, but rather about how I make a little fun money quickly and legitimately online. Sounds too good to be true, right? Let me just […]
Ahh, it’s winter! The holidays are over, and with the exception of Valentine’s Day (and any family birthdays, anniversaries, etc.) we have a lull in celebratory activities until Easter. Easter isn’t until APRIL 1st this year so that’s pretty much a three month holiday… from holidays. If you’re anything like me, you are likely feeling […]
Is one of your goals for 2018 to get healthier (or work out more or eat better or the like)? One easy way to start on that journey is to drink more water! Drinking enough water is essential for a healthy body. Here are some great ways to help yourself get into the habit of […]
Let’s talk about working dads for sec here. Now, I know that term is a little weird. Truth is, most dads work (92.8%, to be exact) outside the home. But I don’t want to go into semantics. This is just something I’ve had on my mind for a while now. *Caveat: (The only one I’m […]
