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Archives for January 2018

Uncategorized | January 25, 2018

Little Milestones I Don’t Ever Want to Forget

Little Milestones I Don’t Ever Want to Forget

I know I talk about this all the time, but it seems like this whole "growing up thing" is way more emotional with the last baby than it was with the first two. Every little milestone is met with happiness mixed with sadness. I love watching Belle grow and develop, but a part of me wants to keep her a baby forever. I felt that way at times with my ... Read More

Uncategorized | January 24, 2018

A Day in the Life

A Day in the Life

As a reader, some of my favorite blog posts are those that are real, not picture perfect, and something I can relate too. I know that so much of social media is made to look picture perfect...and that's just not real life. So today I want to share a typical day in my life with all of you! I took a TON of photos on my phone (I'm warning you now!) ... Read More

Uncategorized | January 22, 2018

A Busy Mom’s Guide to Winter Skincare

A Busy Mom’s Guide to Winter Skincare

I moved from Michigan to California about ten years ago and since then have learned a few things about caring for my skin during the winter. Now that I’m in my thirties and have three little children, remembering to take care of my skin, and finding the time to do it, is often difficult. So I’ve rounded up a few of my best tips for taking care of ... Read More

Uncategorized | January 17, 2018

Babies Don’t Keep

Babies Don’t Keep

This post is sponsored by Carter’s; however, all thoughts and opinions expressed are my own. It's not fair, how fast this baby stage flies by. I blinked and my sweet babe turned 10 months old. Which is basically a year old. Someone hold me. We are confident that Belle is our last baby...but she's just growing so fast that even my ... Read More

Uncategorized | January 16, 2018

The Trouble with Tummies

The Trouble with Tummies

A few weeks ago Belle was pretty sick. Nothing major, just a bad cold and upset tummy, but it lasted several days. Her upset stomach cased some pretty gross diapers, which resulted in the worst diaper rash I've ever seen. It was so bad that I didn't know what to do, and ended up calling the pediatrician on Christmas Eve. My poor girl. I learned a ... Read More

Uncategorized | January 11, 2018

Playroom Makeover

Playroom Makeover

Playroom Makeover with Hypoallergenic Alternative to Carpet | Air.o Unified Soft Flooring I’m pinching myself. We have an official playroom! Ever since we built this house we’ve been dreaming of the day when we could finish our basement. It’s massive, cold, and basically a place for the kids to jump on the trampoline and for us to store all ... Read More

Uncategorized | January 10, 2018

Sadie the Cat Lady

Sadie the Cat Lady

This is a sponsored conversation written by me on behalf of The J.M. Smucker Company. The opinions and text are all mine. If you know me, you know that I am a huge animal lover. Growing up, we always had at least two cats and one dog...often more! Having pets was just a normal part of my life...and I wouldn't have it any other way. I’m ... Read More

Uncategorized | January 4, 2018

Simple Gift Ideas for a Second Time Mom

Simple Gift Ideas for a Second Time Mom

My good friend just had a baby....her fourth! And it got me thinking about what kind of things I like to receive after having a baby, especially if it's not my first. Usually a second-time (or third-time) mom has most of the baby items she needs, so I like to stick with something little and special for baby, plus a few things to bring a little joy ... Read More

Uncategorized | January 2, 2018

Favorite Organization Finds for 2018

Favorite Organization Finds for 2018

Happy 2018! If you are like me you woke up on January 1st with the itch to organize ALL THE THINGS. I've been on the hunt for affordable, stylish, and useful organization items and today I want to share some of my favorite finds with you! 1. Wire Basket. I have this basket in Belle's room to hold some of her stuffed animals and it's one of ... Read More

Lately on Instagram

#sponsored Our first real snow! Thankfully our Sco #sponsored Our first real snow! Thankfully our Scout Elf, Spike, showed up this morning with an @elfontheshelf official Scout Elf Carrier and an Elf Pets Official Carrier for our reindeer too! Now our North Pole pals can safely travel with us wherever we go! The kids had so much fun taking their pals on a winter walk to enjoy the snow! And see that cute little stowaway in Belle’s arms? Meet the Bogie – a brand new friend from the North Pole who is ready for some love and adventures! I just love enjoying all of these magical moments with my kids. It really does not get any better than this! #elfontheshelf #elfpets
#ad It’s that time of year! Time to make sure yo #ad It’s that time of year! Time to make sure your child is up to date on their well-child visits and vaccines! As the chief advocate for my kids, I always want to make decisions that are the best for them and for our family. There isn’t anything I wouldn’t do for these little loves of mine, and I know all of you can relate! That is why I vaccinate my kids. Vaccinating your child is one of the safest and most effective things you can do to protect them against serious preventable diseases. If you live in Michigan like we do, it’s time to schedule that well-child visit and make sure your kids are up to date on their vaccinations! I’ve done a lot of research and talked to our pediatrician at length about what is best for my family and I would encourage you to do so too. It’s normal to have questions—it makes you a good parent! But make sure you are getting answers from credible sources. Remember, vaccines are safe, effective, and help protect everyone. Ultimately I decided to vaccinate my children because not doing so puts them at risk of contracting a potentially deadly disease. I want the best for my kids. If you have questions or need a reliable resource, check out @IVaccinateMI for information and tools based on real medical science and research to help Michigan parents protect their kids from vaccine-preventable diseases.
Sure to please any sports loving tween! Sure to please any sports loving tween!
#sponsored Our @elfontheshelf is BACK!!!! And the #sponsored Our @elfontheshelf is BACK!!!! And the girls could not be any happier! Every year our Scout Elf, Spike, brings Christmas cheer and happiness to our house along with some special goodies…and this year, he did not disappoint! Spike brought along some Christmas magic through a brand-new Elf Pets reindeer and a new collection of special books from the creators of The Elf on the Shelf. The girls quickly loved on their reindeer and couldn’t contain the giggles while they read In Case of Elftastrophe! #elfontheshelf #elfpets
On the hunt for the perfect tree! On the hunt for the perfect tree!
So very thankful. Happy Thanksgiving! So very thankful. Happy Thanksgiving!
Let’s decorate my mantel for Christmas! All item Let’s decorate my mantel for Christmas! All items linked in my highlights!
Happy birthday to my main squeeze. Thank you for s Happy birthday to my main squeeze. Thank you for serving our family so well. We love you!

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