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Archives for March 2018

kids, motherhood | March 29, 2018

Healthy Snack Ideas for Baby

Healthy Snack Ideas for Baby

Some days it feels like I just make a meal, clean up after a meal, then make a meal, then clean up after a meal. All. Day. Long. Anyone else? Between three kids and a husband, I prepare a lot of meals. And a lot of snacks too. Belle is my good eater. She’s always up to try new foods and isn’t afraid to let us know what she likes and what she ... Read More

me time, motherhood | March 27, 2018

3 Things I’m Doing for Myself

3 Things I’m Doing for Myself

As a busy mom of three, it's hard to make time for myself. It's easy for my days to become long and stretched thin and exhausting. I'm sure so many of you can relate. When I do have some alone time it's often spent running errands for my family or cleaning the house. But if I've learned anything from the past year of raising three little ones it's ... Read More

Uncategorized | March 22, 2018

To My Daughter, Now that You are ONE

To My Daughter, Now that You are ONE

This post is sponsored by Everywhere Agency on behalf of Carter’s; however, all thoughts and opinions expressed are my own. To my daughter, now that you are ONE year old. floral flutter dress Belle, you've taken us on quite the journey this year. You started off as a little surprise in my belly that I thought was the ... Read More

Uncategorized | March 19, 2018

A Week in the Life

A Week in the Life

Since life with three kids is crazy and busy, I thought now would be the perfect time to share what a typical week looks like for us. I always find these types of posts fascinating, don't you? I few weeks ago I shared a day in the life...and you can find that here. Monday Monday morning is here before I know it. I pull my camera out to ... Read More

Uncategorized | March 16, 2018

Baby Breakfast Ideas

Baby Breakfast Ideas

  My older two kids are not big breakfast eaters. So it surprised me that Belle is ALL ABOUT breakfast. Girlfriend is hungry in the morning and wants to eat! My older two kids usually drink a green smoothie for breakfast and that's it. Belle will drink a smoothie and then beg for more food. Girl can eat! So I thought I'd share some of ... Read More

Uncategorized | March 15, 2018

Belle is ONE

Belle is ONE

I can't believe I'm writing this. My sweet girl is ONE.  Fastest and best year of my life. She is the missing piece to our family puzzle. She completes us. I can't imagine life without her.  She is light and happiness and joy. And belly laughs and slobber.  She will walk for birthday cookies. Only 3 steps so ... Read More

Uncategorized | March 13, 2018

11 Ways I Parent Differently the Third Time Around

11 Ways I Parent Differently the Third Time Around

Now that I’m am mom of three, I’ve noticed how differently my parenting style is the third time around. My parenting has changed and modified with each child, mostly because each baby has been different, but also because I am different. I am more confident, and organized. Well…most days. With three kids, I’ve learned not to sweat the small stuff ... Read More

Uncategorized | March 8, 2018

8 Tips for Pumping Moms

8 Tips for Pumping Moms

If you've been reading my blog for the past few years, you know how passionate I am about breastfeeding. One of the most asked questions I receive about breastfeeding all revolve around pumping. How I pump, when to pump, how to get baby to take a pumped bottle etc. I currently am self-employed and do not work outside of the home...but when Hudson ... Read More

Uncategorized | March 6, 2018

12 Tips for Preparing for Your Second Baby

12 Tips for Preparing for Your Second Baby

Having a baby is the best, hardest, and most overwhelming period of your life. When you first become a mom and hold that baby in your arms your entire world changes. All the stress and pain suddenly becomes just a past memory and your struggles to get to where you are become completely worth it. Something about that fresh new baby makes you forget ... Read More

Uncategorized | March 1, 2018

Mom of Three Life

Mom of Three Life

I partnered with Allstate for this post because it was such a great fit and really ties in to my message and goal here: mom life is busy, unpredictable, and amazing. All opinions are my own. After our third baby was born, the most common question I received was “how do you handle it all?” And honestly, I don’t know. Being a stay at home mom is ... Read More

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“We go together like blue skies and sunny days. “We go together like blue skies and sunny days. Like a picture on a page. Like PB&J. We put the ILY in family.” We can’t stop singing the songs on the Growin’ Up Country Vol. 1 album over here! I’ve always loved country music and love that this album features original songs with positive messages that I can sing and dance along to with my kids. The album is fun and sweet and just so magical. We couldn’t love it more! You can find Growin’ Up Country Vol. 1 on all music streaming platforms. Pop on over to @nashville.moms for details on a fun giveaway! Share your favorite Growin’ Up Country Vol. 1 song for a chance to win a family bundle! #GrowinUpCountry #CountryFamJams
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It really is true when they say the days are long It really is true when they say the days are long but the years are short. One day I’m struggling to carry two babies at a time while wrangling a toddler and then next minute they are all off to school and practices and friends’ houses. With all three kids in school we’ve been thinking a lot about their futures and how we are going to one day pay for college. We set up a Michigan Education Trust 529 plan for each of our kids when they were babies and I am SO happy we did! With a MET account, we can pay for future college tuition at today’s prices. With MET’s discounted age-based pricing the earlier you start, the more you are able to save! Plus grandparents and other loved ones can contribute to my kids’ accounts too! With MET you get back what you put in if your child chooses a different path and the money goes with you if your child goes to school out of state. You can even transfer it to immediate family members and all contributions to MET plans are tax deductible! To learn more about how to set up a MET account and the benefits of starting your child’s account early, check out my stories or the link in my bio. @mieducationtrust #sponsored #SETwithMET #MI529 #collegesavings #METSept2023
Let’s put together a tween boy gift basket! Let’s put together a tween boy gift basket!
Our power went out so we made the best of it. Thes Our power went out so we made the best of it. These are the moments I don’t want to ever forget.
Calling all girl moms! Talking to my girls about p Calling all girl moms! Talking to my girls about puberty and their bodies has always been important to me. I want my girls to know they can always come to me with any question and that we can learn and talk about our bodies together. Being a girl is amazing and wonderful but bizarre at the same time! That’s why I’m so excited to share Girlology with you! Girlology is an age-appropriate video subscription made by doctors and real moms to help moms and their daughters talk about everything from bra-shopping to periods. And SO much more. I love watching the short bite-size videos with Sadie. They provide just the jumpstart we need to talk about all the changes coming our way, body image, answer her questions, and get in some quality time together….plus A LOT of giggles! @girlology is a trusted name in girls' wellness and provides expert on demand support and coaching for kids and parents. Girlology has grade-level playlists and videos for every age and stage, whether your daughter is in 3rd grade, like mine, and just getting ready for puberty all the way through the teen years. Girlology helps parents feel confident and ready to talk about body changes with their daughters and 96% of Girlology girls report they are less anxious asking questions about their body! I am SO glad I discovered Girlology. Use code Julie20 for 20% off a Girlology subscription or try Girlology risk-free with a 7-day FREE trial!  #Girlology #Parentingthroughpuberty #Empowerher #Girlmom

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