Just a mom drinking coffee, reviewing products and writing about life with two crazy kids
Late at night, when my kids are sound asleep, I often find myself thinking of their future. I don’t just think about who they may become or what they may do with their lives. I think of what I wish for each of them. The wishes that I hope I remember to pass on to… Continue reading My Wishes for my Children
Long before we became pregnant with The Little Dude our oldest was constantly begging for a sibling. We joke that she was ready for a baby before mom and dad were. Unfortunately, that did not keep me from worrying about how The Mini Mom's life would change and how she would react to that change.… Continue reading Ways to Encourage Sibling Bonding
To my child’s teacher/principal/babysitter/daycare, When I first met you a thousand questions went through my head. Will she appreciate her humor? Will she understand his subtle whines? Will she have the patience for her strong will? Will she encourage him to be more independent? But the biggest question of all, Will she truly care about… Continue reading A letter to my child’s teacher/principal/babysitter/daycare
Top Ten “Must Have” Registry ItemsSo I have been asked a few times to make this list. I am going to highlight them by “what they are” and then I'll suggest one(or a few) of my favorite brands/models. Please realize every baby is different & every family is different so obviously what you need &… Continue reading Top Ten “Must Have” Registry Items
Are you an overwhelmed mama? Feel like you will never catch up on that to-do list? Looking for ways to get ahead? Well lucky for you, I am the queen of delegating & finding services to help me when I am overwhelmed and I am here to share what I have learned over the last… Continue reading Easy Ways for Mom to Get Ahead of the To-Do List!
In the parenting world, Wet Bags are typically known for housing dirty cloth diapers & soiled baby clothes however that use is just one of many many others that all moms can appreciate. I purchased my first wet bag at MommyCon DC in 2016 and I have never looked back. I have found wet bags to be one of my biggest mom-hacks over the past few years. Which of these uses is your favorite? Which have you tried? Which do you need to try? Here are some wonderful mama's wet bag uses!
Valentine's day is coming up quickly! Are you looking for the perfect Valentines Day Gift for your wife or the mom in your life? Look no further than this wonderful list! #5. The Mrs. Always Right Hoodie - Admitting shes always right & a hoodie = #momlove #4. Jewelry - Most women love… Continue reading Affordable Valentine’s Gifts that make mom excited!
When my husband and I took the breastfeeding class at our local hospital, I remember him saying, "I have NO idea why everyone doesn't breastfeed. It's so great!" I tried telling him that it's difficult, some people just can't, and that it's painful. While all of what I said is true, I had no idea… Continue reading Guest Post: Common Breastfeeding Issues
Why my daughter? Why any kid? Why are these kids so mean? Why don't their parents correct them? Why, Why, Why? These questions I find running through my head every single night when the house is quiet. My daughter is in 3rd grade. She's been bullied from time to time but this year at the… Continue reading Watching my child deal with being bullied
It's January 1st! A new year! WooHoo! Or, if you're like me, it's just another day as a mom. So I have decided to go ahead and make the ultimate list of New Year Resolutions, for every mom, that are actually realistic!
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