real moms {sharing} all things fabulous
Okay, so maybe my children don’t actually have everything. But when it comes to birthdays and Christmas, it’s really hard coming up with fun, creative ideas. I recently heard about My Baby’s Heartbeat Bear and loved the idea. But, as my youngest is nearing 5 and we are (sniff, sniff) done having children, I filed…
I have to admit, I am a bargain shopper. And when I find a great one I try to share it with you all! When I found this promotion I decided to place an order for my son’s October birthday. Yes, it’s a few months away but I know his love for RC cars isn’t…
Last week my family and I ventured out to the Grand Rapids Treetop Adventure Park. I was shocked to see such an expanse of woods in the middle of a busy part of the city! If you live near southwest Michigan and love adventure, you have to try the Grand Rapids Treetop Adventure Park! The…
Systemic eczema. No weight gain. Extreme fussiness. These were all ways my infant son’s allergies were showing themselves. When we took him in for his six-month checkup, my youngest child was covered in eczema and had gained only 1 ounce in 2 months, despite my nursing him every 2 to 3 hours. Something was clearly…
I love summer. It’s always been my favorite season. A relaxed schedule, going out without layering on lots of gear, gorgeous beachside sunsets. What’s not to love? My summer style is fairly casual—lots of flowy tanks and summer dresses. I like to wear accessories that can go with anything and make me happy when I…
We at The SIMPLE Moms wish all of you a wonderful 4th of July! Whether you celebrate with parades and fireworks or a simple family picnic, we hope you find thankfulness in the freedoms we are given here in the U.S.A. “May we think of freedom not as the right to do as we please,…
Sometimes summer gets me a little off schedule. During the school year, we stick to a pretty tight schedule. Kids activities keep us busy so I do my best to meal plan in advance and we eat when it works for the whole family to make it happen. In the summer, I let things slide….
I’ve been reading for years about the health benefits of tart cherry juice. But, I have to say, have you ever tasted tart cherry juice? It is not like the sweet cherries you buy in the store! It’s sour! I can hide it in smoothies for the kids but there is no way they’re going to…
His favorite shirt. If it’s clean, he wears it (hence the constant laundry over here). Thankfully, the shirt is adorable (huge bonus!) and it wears like steel so it can take the near constant washing. You all know I can’t get enough of Jojo Maman Bébé. I’ve shared the brand time and time again on…
No matter how on top of it you are as a parent, some things are just inevitable! So being prepared ahead of time can help you get through these little snags and save your sanity. “The note”. How many of you know what I’m talking about already? Yep, the dreaded note home from school alerting you…
Can I tell you how excited I am that it’s spring? We spend so much time outside playing and feel like we’re finally done with our winter hibernation! But on those rainy spring days we love to fill our time inside and my kids are always asking for a game night! We’ve had a few…
Seriously, friends. How cute is this kid?? Okay, he’s mine so I’m completely biased, but let’s check out this outfit. I. CANNOT. GET. ENOUGH!! I love letting my little boy be a little boy, but I also love the times he gets dressed up and looks like my little man! This gingham and linen outfit…