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Chelsea is mom to 2 boys and a Golden Retriever. She works full-time as a high school counselor. She loves all things DIY, reading historical fiction, and anything health/fitness-related. She’s a Shonda Rhimes enthusiast and Bachelor/ette super fan.


 

UR Basic Mom’s Summer Reading List

Posted on July 20, 2018May 29, 2021 by The Basic Moms

What’s better than reading a good book on the beach, at the pool, or at the lake? Just kidding! You’re a parent. You can’t do that! When you’re a parent if you find time to actually read a book… it better be worth it. Better yet, follow Jessica’s advice and listen to an audiobook! Either…

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5 Tips to Start a Conversation about Mental Health with Your Child

Posted on July 11, 2018July 10, 2018 by The Basic Moms

Psycho. Crazy. Stupid. Lazy. The list goes on and on when we begin to point fingers at people. As adults, some of us know there might be more to one’s story then what meets the eye. Why don’t kids? Why is having ADHD or depression a secret? Why is seeking treatment for something your suffering…

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We Asked Our Moms… Best Vacation Spots!

Posted on June 29, 2018June 29, 2018 by The Basic Moms

It’s…  summer, summer, summertime… so we’ve got vacations on the mind. Whether you are currently planning a trip, looking for ideas, or daydreaming about an already planned trip; you are going to enjoy this list. We asked our moms to share the best vacation spot they’ve visited. Read on for some major vacay inspo. Holly’s…

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Things You Can Buy at the Dollar Store to Save Money

Posted on June 18, 2018June 18, 2018 by The Basic Moms

I was introduced to the deals the Dollar Store has when I was wedding planning (see detail shots here). I had all of these ideas for gorgeous table decor, but when adding up how much the vases, candles, frames, and everything else that goes into a wedding cost, I immediately began a search for how…

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Not Your Usual Summer To-Do List {with toddler}

Posted on May 21, 2018May 20, 2018 by The Basic Moms

Some of us scour the internet for places to go and activities to do with our little ones when we have time off. I’m no different, I’m always trying to expose him to new and different things {and keep him entertained so I don’t go insane}. This summer will be my first summer off in…

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Conquer Clutter: Organizing My Attic

Posted on April 20, 2018April 19, 2018 by The Basic Moms

With springtime upon us, we start thinking about spring cleaning and all of the things we have to do. If you recall, I recently wrote about Vision Boards and how to manifest the things you want to accomplish. Well, attic organization was and still is on my Vision Board. Ahhh, the dreaded attic. If you’re…

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Creating a Vision Board {and sticking to it}

Posted on March 23, 2018April 17, 2018 by The Basic Moms

I’m a sucker for a good self-help book… The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People You Are a Badass The Last Lecture 10% Happier Grace, Not Perfection A Simplified Life Miracle Morning I Am That Girl I can keep going. I’m pretty sure I keep Amazon in business on my self-help book purchases alone. There’s…

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The 5 Love Languages {An Honest Mom/Wife Book Review}

Posted on February 28, 2018June 27, 2021 by The Basic Moms

Awhile back, I wrote a piece about expectations matching up to reality. You might recall my example of my husband expecting dinner ready each night by a certain time and our timelines not quite matching up {like at all}. Then, a few weeks after I wrote that post, my brother-in-law was talking about a book,…

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Anyone but Arie – Bachelor Fans Unite

Posted on January 19, 2018January 23, 2018 by The Basic Moms

I’m a huge fan of the Bachelor franchise. I’ve watched it since Trista and Ryan for goodness sake. But, I’m going to call a spade a spade here and point out that the intentions of these dudes are no longer genuine. Nick Viall has admitted to doing the show because he wanted to become an…

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Bad Moms Christmas: The Meaning Behind it All

Posted on December 21, 2017December 21, 2017 by The Basic Moms

The holidays are a time filled with joy, laughter, and family. They’re also super stressful, hectic, and there’s lots of build up to Christmas Eve and Christmas Day, then it just fizzles out, but you’re left picking up the pieces {or cleaning up the mess} the week after. I recently saw Bad Moms Christmas with…

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