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Paper Nook Favor Bags & Giveaway

Paper Nook Favor Bags & Giveaway

I am beyond excited about the favor bags for Alex’s 1st birthday! I don’t think I could have found anything better for a pink & green whale themed party. The favor bags are from Paper Nook. They are so well made & the color on the bags is beautiful. I can’t wait to fill them with goodies for all of… Read More

Where to Wednesday: A Backyard Party

Where to Wednesday: A Backyard Party

As I’ve mentioned before, our back yard is one of my favorite things about our house. I am so excited that we will be hosting Alex’s 1st birthday party in our yard. It’s the first party we are having out there! I have been trying to think of some fun ideas for decorations & activities for a backyard birthday party…. Read More

For the Moms Tuesday: Birthdays

For the Moms Tuesday: Birthdays

When I was growing up, birthdays were always a big deal. It was our OWN day of the year. My brothers & I all had birthdays within a few weeks of each other but they never got blended together in any way. Our birthday was always all about us. I’m glad my parents treated our birthdays the way they did,… Read More

Birthday Party Planning

Birthday Party Planning

Our first birthday week winner: Jennifer Ruff!  Thanks for your shout-out on Facebook!   This week we will be blogging all about party planning! More specifically, we will be blogging about how to plan a birthday party using Etsy & Pinterest. I love planning parties. I think I chose the theme for Alex’s 1st birthday & starting “pinning” away by… Read More

Today’s Giveaway: Belly & Onesie Stickers

Today’s Giveaway: Belly & Onesie Stickers

 The wonderful Preppy Chick (you may remember her shop from the adorable luggage tags Maggie & I used for our recent trip to Nantucket) is sponsoring today’s giveaway. Preppy Chick has a GREAT assortment of belly & onesie stickers in her shop. These are wonderful for capturing pictures as your belly grows through pregnancy & then as your precious baby… Read More

How to Make A Bib (Very Easily)

How to Make A Bib (Very Easily)

Let me start this week’s tutorial by saying it’s easier than last week’s (I promise). You could actually make this without a sewing machine if you wanted. I love making bibs this way because you can make them reversible! Also, when I can find it, I try & make one side with vinyl fabric so you can wipe it clean…. Read More

Dear New Mom: A Guest Post from I Love You More Than Carrots

Dear New Mom: A Guest Post from I Love You More Than Carrots

Hi there! I’m “AP,” wife to The Husband and Mama to two beautiful boys, Carter who is 2 years old and Maclane who is 1 month old. I’m also the voice behind the blog I Love You More Than Carrots. I’m so excited to be here at The Chirping Moms, sharing some of my mom-wit and wisdom with you!  When… Read More

A Post from GMA’s Advice Guru: Liz Pryor

A Post from GMA’s Advice Guru: Liz Pryor

Last month, I had the pleasure of meeting Liz Pryor at an event in New York City. She was participating in a panel for Samsung’s “Make Your House Work”. Liz is Samsung’s parenting expert. After the panel, she & I got to talking about the importance of children helping out around the house, even at a young age. She offered… Read More

Where to Wednesday: Nantucket

Where to Wednesday: Nantucket

Last week Maggie & I traveled to Nantucket, MA. We went to visit friends who have a house on the island. It was a wonderful trip for a number of reasons. From the time Maggie was born, until 10 months ago, she had my undivided attention ALL day, every day. It’s been a wonderful, but very hectic 10 months as… Read More

How to Make A Skirt (Very Easily)

How to Make A Skirt (Very Easily)

I love sewing. My mom taught me last summer right before Alex was born. As you can imagine, I have not had a ton of time to perfect this new hobby, since juggling two very little ones. I am terrible at following patterns. One of the few things I can make are skirts. I have made a ton of them…. Read More