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American Girl: Girl of the Year 2021 Kira

April 14, 2021

Once again, American Girl has done a phenomenal job with their Girl of the Year. This year’s doll, Kira, is fun, inspiring and current. As a parent I appreciate all of the little details that make reading her story so relevant for my 9 and 11 year old girls. I was going to write up the review with the help… Read More

Favorites for a Day on the Go

April 10, 2021

I love trying out new baby gear. I’m always amazed by how baby items have changed and evolved since I first became a mom 11 years ago. Since we enjoy traveling – from day trips to long vacations, baby gear for on the go is my favorite to try. After a year at home, we are so happy to be… Read More

Easy DIY Easter Wreath Craft for Kids

March 23, 2021

We’re cranking out Easter wreaths over here this week! The girls and I tried to come up with a super simple Easter craft for all ages and one that they could make a whole bunch of to donate to one of the senior living places in town. We thought the residents might like something “spring-y” to hang on their doors…. Read More

DIY Mini Spring Play Dough Kits

March 23, 2021

We love playdough kits in our house & ALL of my kids will sit & play with them so I love getting them for different holidays/seasons because I know they’ll be put to use. BUT this spring I decided to try and make a mini kit to save $ and also make them compact enough to throw in my suitcase. Here’s… Read More

5 Favorite Pajamas & Loungewear for Moms

January 17, 2021

I used to feel bad about investing in nice pajamas and loungewear…. you never leave the house in it…. but then I realized I really do a lot of important things at home in my pjs: feed 5 kids, rock babies, read stories, help with homework, etc. And truthfully I work in them too: I work at night when the… Read More

Finger Print Wreath: The Best Sibling Holiday Craft to Gift

December 10, 2020

Every year I try and make a sibling handprint or footprint craft. We’ve made a wreath of handprints, Santa’s reindeer with footprints and many more over the years. This year, I was trying to think of a handprint or footprint craft but fitting 5 hands or feet into one project isn’t easy! I was also trying to think of something… Read More

Yumi: Fresh Baby Food Delivered to Your Door

December 8, 2020

Over the years, we’ve tried a few meal kits and fresh food delivery subscriptions. It’s convenient and helps keep a delicious variety at our dinner table. When Teddy was getting ready to start solids, I heard of Yumi baby food. Yumi is a fresh, organic baby food that’s delivered weekly. If we enjoyed fresh food delivered four our own dinner,… Read More

A Cozy Holiday Giveaway

December 2, 2020

Who’s ready to snuggle up for a cozy holiday season at home? We are excited to team up with a few friends for the Cozy Holiday Giveaway. One lucky giveaway winner will receive 3 prizes with a $425 value. The prizes are from three of our favorite brands for the holidays: Busy Bees Kids, Pendleton Wool and Joy Creative Shop. … Read More

5 Fun Gifts for Little Wizards

December 1, 2020

Lately my kindergartner is into all things wizardry. From making potions outside to asking his sisters millions of questions about Harry Potter. He uses a stick as a wand and runs around all day rattling spells. I was trying to find some cool wizard themed gifts for him and also gifts that would keep him learning while he’s home for… Read More

A Holiday Gift Guide for Your Terrific Tweens

November 29, 2020

I can’t believe it but I have TWO tweens in my house. When shopping for tween gifts, both for my own girls and for gifts, I like to really put thought into it. It’s really easy to hop to gift cards for friends and technology related for my own kids, but I find this age group is really really… Read More