When the opportunity came up for me to try out the Ravensburger Smartscope I was pretty excited. As a parent I always want to get my kids more engaged with anything science related that I can, especially if it excites them. As a homeschooling parent I have long been on the lookout for an affordable…
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travel with peace of mind thanks to master lock
With Spring Break just behind us, it’s time to set our sights on those Summer Vacation destinations! I know, I know…we still have quite a few weeks before Summer Break even gets here but a girl can dream {and plan}, right? Whether your Summer Break plans have you traveling just up the road for a…
pasta with protein :: modern table meals + a recipe
I love carbs! They are the hardest thing for me to try to cut back on when I am trying to lose a little extra weight. Pastas, breads, and just about any other carb you can think of are my favorites. I’ve learned to find ways to lower my carb intake rather than get rid of them…
save the baby clothes with billy goat baby gear + giveaway
All babies meet milestones at different ages. While I wouldn’t call this an actual milestone but babies still do it at different ages then another. Like, I remember with my first two babies, they started the drooling phase way later in there first year or hardly at all. With baby C, we have started the drool…
pillsbury making birthdays fun again with their gluten-free line — and I found it at wal-mart #MixUpAMoment #ad
Birthdays are such a special and such a fine time. The gifts, the treats the food and the presence of those surrounding you with their love. However, for those that suffer with a gluten allergy, birthdays can be a time of stress. As a parent, if a child has a gluten allergy, that SURE changes…
big fun for babies with classic toys from BRIO
Until recently whenever I saw the BRIO logo I would instantly think of their wooden railways. A classic staple in kids toy chests that just about everyone is familiar with. Did you know that BRIO also makes some other great toys for kids including some fantastic activity toys for babies? First of all I have…
with squix, you win and germs lose
There are lots of these online subscriptions to get any type of box in the mail. How do you know which ones are good and which ones are worth it? Hard to say but with Squix, getting a Qbox in the mail is sure to be worth it. With the various types of products they…
potty training tips, routine, and must-have items
It doesn’t matter if it’s your first child or your tenth, I think I can speak for all moms when I say we dread potty training. However, I have some tips to share that will make the process go better. Start by checking frustration and negativity at the bathroom door and put on your happiest…
keep your bagg simple and organized with baggallini + giveaway
I’ve somewhat recently ditched the diaper bag. Now that my youngest is out of diapers, the extras like the changing mat and paci pod were pretty obsolete. But my smaller purse wasn’t meeting my needs either! I might not be lugging diapers and wipes, but I still like to have a few kid-friendly snacks, an…
stopping messes with some help from booginhead
When you have a baby you quickly learn the necessity of always being prepared. Whether you are at home, visiting friends & relatives, or just running errands, not having that one essential item to keep your baby from completely losing it can make all the difference in your sanity. As we have reached the stage…
stop the train and read about the #musthave toy for kids from the step company + giveaway!
When I first saw what I’m sharing with you today, I KNEW it would be a hit. Here’s why… It’s from Step2 (duh! always great) It involves water It involves kids Enough said, right? I mean, what kid doesn’t love water. And mixing water with a toy that has moving elements is a shoe in….
life is crazy :: how do you #BringOnZen?
What does it for you? What, during those hectic days, gives you a sense of peace? Grounds you…centers you…gives you a moment of zen? I’d love do say “I’m asking for a friend” but, I’m not. I’m asking because, after what felt like a low-key Winter, our Spring has ramped up full force! Sure, Spring…











