Can I just say that I am thoroughly enjoying the kids’ Thanksgiving break from school? Like really enjoying it. It’s been so nice to just take our time in the mornings and spend quality time together. Today, we leisurely got out of bed, watched a movie, made some breakfast, and then played in a Giant….
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Why I Changed my Mind About Preschool
This is a sponsored post written by me on behalf of Bright Horizons Early Education and Preschool for IZEA. All opinions are 100% mine. When I had my first son, I didn’t believe in preschool. I was a stay at home mom, so why would I pay to send my child to child care? As my son…
How We Got Rid of the Pacifier
If you have followed this blog or us on social media for long, you have probably caught a glimpse at my adorable redhead middle child, Katie. Not really interested in the pacifier as a baby, she discovered a pacifier in a pile of toys at 1 year of age and was instantly hooked. From the age…
Potty Training the 2nd Time Around
Potty Training the 2nd Time Around When my son was just 20 months, I decided to start potty training him. I was 7 months pregnant with his sister and I really wanted to have him out of diapers before she was born. After getting advice from a friend who had successfully potty trained her two…
8 Reasons Why You Should Join a Mom’s Group
8 Reasons Why You Should Join a Mom’s Group I have been a parent for almost 4 years and a stay at home mom for 3 years. During the first year of my son’s life, I worked part time. I went to work 3 days per week and was home the rest of the time….
Cooking With Kids Does Not Have to be an Ordeal
Cooking With Kids Does Not Have to be an Ordeal Yesterday, I shared on my Instagram a picture of my son helping me make vegetable stock. He asked if he could help me and I said yes. Simple. We spent less than 10 minutes in the kitchen – but he was so happy! Helping me…