Is it time to start those solid foods with your little one? Are you a smart shopper and pick out a spoon or do you just use any ‘ol spoon? I have a fun tool to use for you little one when they start those solids. Stop the baby jar petri dish germ experiment with Marcus &…
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top 10 oven cleaning tips for bakers
If you are a professional baker or chef, you most likely understand the importance of working with a clean oven. Even if you are not a professional in the cooking industry, it is still necessary to keep your oven clean for the safety and health of your family. We spoke to David Mathess, Head Baker…
the best stain remover :: only 3 ingredients
I have never really had issues with getting stains out of clothes until I had kids! Grass stains, mud, grease, spaghetti sauce, green beans, and berries are just a few of the things I feel like I am constantly trying to get out of their clothes! Stains are something that really drive me crazy on…
winter is coming :: 3 tips for winterizing your windows
After a lifetime of living in dwellings with sub-par windows I am somewhat of an expert on making sure that once the temps start to drop and the snow starts to fly our heat isn’t pouring out through the windows. Of course, replacing those windows would be the ultimate fix, but sometimes you just need…
berber rugs – beautiful, durable, and rich with history
Authentic Berber rugs are traditional Moroccan rugs handwoven from sheered wool by the Berber Tribes. There are forty-five Berber Tribes in Morocco today, each with unique designs and weaving styles. Two commonalities across tribes are simplicity of design and richness of color. These rugs are recognizable by natural white and ivory tones with naturally dyed…
everyone needs their own freezer meal group
Meal planning can always be a little tricky for me. I have been planning my weekly meals out much better, but there still comes a night here and there, where what I planned doesn’t sound good or just doesn’t work out like I thought it would. Freezer meals are something I’ve always loved to have as backups to…
if it’s not a gunapod, it’s just a sack
A sleep sack simply doesn’t get any better than this. Let me tell you about another sleep sack we found. Gunamuna! This is much different then the last one I shared with you. It is extra lush and snuggly, this new luxury duvet provides your baby with the ultimate sleep experience. With super-soft, silky bamboo…
helping my family live healthier with the MightyFix from MightyNest
Please tell me that I am not the only one who is partially fascinated, partially motivated, and partially chastised by those online voices, gurus, articles, and lifestyle movements that pop up in my newsfeed on a daily basis. You know, the ones where they tell you the many ways to CHANGE YOUR LIFE NOW in…
keeping up with laundry without the chemicals :: molly’s suds
For some reason my laundry is always piling up! Does anyone else out there have this problem? I actually really enjoy doing laundry! I love the satisfaction of getting stains out of clothes, especially my kids’ clothes, I love neatly folded piles of clothes, and I love clean sheets and towels. For some reason, however,…
one and done with the graco Extend2Fit™ 3-in-1 car seat #gracobaby
As a mom, you know that traveling with little ones can be challenging. Graco gets that, which is why they have created gear to help ease the travel stress. We took a trip this summer and drove all the way to Florida from Michigan. Yup, that’s a long road trip for little ones. We always…
safe and comfy products from chibebe #chibebesnugglepod
One of things we never had a problem with this time around with baby #3 is sleep. She has no trouble going to sleep and is sleeping through the night well. I am so thankful she naps well also. Sometimes naps are not very long, so using the chibebe snuggle pod has been great. I…
3 tips for staying hydrated this fall
As soon as the weather starts to get cooler, I often find myself trading in my trusty water bottle for a hot cup of coffee, cocoa, or cider (or all three!). At the end of the day I’m wondering why I feel so dehydrated…duh! I’ve hardly drank any water! Do you find yourself in the…










