So I used to be that mother that was 100% OCD about my house being spotless. Everything has its place and everything was in its place. I refused to let things like Play-Doh in my home and the sight of messy crafts made my skin crawl. I completely blame myself for my, now, high school…
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Car Seats, Booster Seats and Seat Belts: Are You Doing Enough?
My #1 pet peeve (among many) is children who are not properly restrained in a moving vehicle. It absolutely infuriates me to see a child hopping all over the backseat when I see their moving car in traffic. I could literally write a thesis on the importance of properly restraining a child in a vehicle….
Amazon Prime Day Deals Moms Will Love
Happy Prime Day! Some might say it’s the greatest day of the year. If you love to shop online and you’re hooked on Amazon Prime, girl, celebrate. Below, our contributors are sharing the deals they are hoping to grab up this year. Let us know what you’ve got your eye on, too! Amazon Prime Day…
Exclusive Pumping: Because Fed is Best
Are you going to breastfeed? You’re going to breastfeed, right? Breast is best. Breast milk is better for the baby than formula. Oh, you’re using formula (insert eeek face here). Breastfeeding. Breastfeeding. Breastfeeding. When you have a baby, this is one of the most asked questions, talked about topics, and points of contention. New moms…
What We’re Into This Week {Volume 25}
What we’re wearing… Workout Running Shorts from Amazon These were sitting in my cart for quite a while before I pulled the trigger to purchase. I needed a new pair of workout shorts and these had great reviews. After wearing and washing them a few times now, I love how they’re holding up. They are…
Nothing to Fry About: First Attempts at Using an Air Fryer
Let me let you in on a dirty little secret that I’ve been keeping. I hate to admit it, but I bought an air fryer nine months ago and it has yet to see the outside of its box. I know, I know. Why purchase something if you aren’t going to use it. Well, the…
Blueberry Muffin Bread
We recently went blueberry picking, here in Houston. My kids love going to the farms and picking fruits or veggies. When we went this time, it was incredibly hot outside so we didn’t last very long. We did come home with a little over nine pounds of blueberries. Which means, this mom has to come…
Diet is a Four-Letter Word
If you look up the word “diet” in any dictionary or search engine, there are many different definitions. When you go ask any random person what the word “diet” means, you will likely get a response that has to do with weight loss. In my world, “diet” is a four-letter word, just like our favorite…
Jumping in Feet First: A Lesson on Trust
Swimmers of every age are walking around confidently; talking with teammates, placing their neoprene swim caps on their heads and churning the water with their kicking feet. My family slowly makes our way to an opening beside the pool, ready to park our lawn chairs and drop our belongings in a spot for the foreseeable…
It’s a Girl! {Yes, another one.}
I am currently 17 weeks pregnant and I have two girls (ages 7 and 4). After people hear that my third baby is also going to be a girl, the most common reaction is, “Oh, well that’s okay.” The tone is of disappointment and pity and usually followed by, “as long as it’s healthy.” I’m…