We are just nearing the end of national breastfeeding month! I love that there is a month set aside for this! Breastfeeding is a beautiful part of life, and there are so many products out there to support moms in this. There are things to help moms who need a little boost in their supply, products…
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help the teething baby with Mama & Little
While teething is something that my two other children showed no signs of, I have a feeling that Miss little Charlee will be sharing some symptoms letting me know she is teething. Another thing I am not used to, is her putting things in her mouth. My first two did not put anything in their…
four tips to help kids eat healthier
Kids and healthy food don’t always seem to mix. Sometimes it’s like no matter what you do, you find them waging war against you while you are unaware. Although it is perfectly normal for you to expect meal time battles with your kids every so often, they should not become the norm. Here are some…
pumpkin spice cheerios caramel pecan bars :: recipe
Fall is in the air and with the cooler nights and rainy days we have been having I suddenly felt compelled to get out my box of Pumpkin Spice Cheerios and get creative. After snacking on a handful during my recipe creation there is no doubt that these would make a delicious breakfast with some…
fighting off those fall allergies
Warm days. Cool nights. These late summer days are absolutely heavenly! But then it starts. Slightly at first. Eyes get a little itchy. You find yourself sniffling a little more. Funny, you don’t feel sick. And then you find yourself full blown into fall allergies! Ah, yes….Along with those warm days and cool nights come the ragweed!! It’s one of…
healthy baking mixes and more :: simple mills
Finding healthy baking options isn’t always easy. I try to keep good healthy ingredients at home like wheat germ, oat bran, and whole wheat flour so that when I do come across a good recipe for a healthy muffin or bread, I am prepared. Most often though, I have to go out and find an…
4 children’s books to help hold on to the last days of summer
We are halfway through August and I have lost the ability to deny any longer that summer is quickly coming to an end. Even though time is marching on and I know that the leaves will soon be changing as the nights get cooler and cooler, I am going to hold onto these last days…
introducing the new 2017 britax b-ready stroller :: information
Britax is a trusted name around here. After having four kids, it’s the ONE brand that I recommend over and over when friends ask. It’s the one brand that all my kids have used! When I first learned the information about the B-Ready system coming in 2017 from Britax, I knew I had to update you all…
fresh wave :: say GOODBYE to wet, stinky swimsuits, towels, and sports gear
It’s hard to believe that summer is slipping away from us. It isn’t gone yet, so we have something to talk about….wet, stinky towels and swimsuits. Have you left wet swim gear in a bag after a day of swimming? It’s not a fun find when it’s had a chance to get smelly! Fresh Wave…
a simple indoor activity all of my kids love
Our summers stay pretty busy. We love getting outside, going to the pool or beach, planning picnics. You get the idea. But sometimes a mama needs some time at home! I’m talking laundry, making dinner, just having a little downtime. But just because we’re home doesn’t mean we’re sitting in front of a screen! It’s…
the dos and don’ts of coats and car seats — think cold weather!
I can’t EVEN believe I am thinking about this, but snow is coming, and it will be here before we know it! Ahh, right?!??! This will be the first year that I don’t necessarily have a “baby” in a car seat, yet car seats and coats will still be thought about. My daughter is now…
toxin-free haircare for kids :: fresh monster
Bath time has been a favorite for my toddler since he was a baby! I remember when he started crawling, he would make his way as fast as he could through the house,as soon as he could hear the bath water running. He’d crawl under the table and over the chair legs and climb right…









