If you find out that you’re pregnant some time in the beginning of June, Father’s Day is the perfect opportunity to announce your pregnancy to … [Read More...]
Fertility & Pregnancy
5 Things No One Tells You About Pregnancy (But They Probably Should)
This post is sponsored by Bayer®. To make sure Bayer® products are right for you, always read and follow the label.Pregnancy is an … [Read More...]
Baby Tips
Must-Have Travel Gear for Vacationing with Your Baby (Giveaway)
This post is sponsored by Chicco. All opinions are our own. Think vacationing with your tiny tot is nearly impossible?Think … [Read More...]
How to Survive the First Six Weeks After Childbirth
I've done the whole postpartum thing four times now, and let me tell you, it isn't easy!Those first 6 weeks after childbirth can feel like a … [Read More...]
Family Life
Fight Seasonal Allergies With These Best Air Purifiers for Under $200
Air purifiers are ideal for homes that smell dusty or feel stuffy. They're also great for families dealing with allergies because … [Read More...]
11 Silly Ways to Be a More Playful Parent
We should all become a more playful parent. It's so easy to get caught up in the business of our daily lives. Things like work, household … [Read More...]
Travel
Holiday Packlist | Be The Prepared Parent
This post is sponsored by Bayer. To make sure these products are right for you, always read and follow the label. All thoughts and opinions are … [Read More...]
10 Fabulous Affordable Family Beach Vacations in the U.S.
Family beach vacations can create lifelong memories for the whole family!All that sand, sun and surf is so much more fun than hanging out by … [Read More...]
Recipes
Butternut Squash and Lentil Curry
Autumn is rapidly progressing to Winter. I miss the brightly colored leaves, crisp air, and vibrant produce. I’m still buying the Fall veggies because I can’t get enough of them! I had half of a butternut squash still in my produce drawer, waiting to be enjoyed. I had already planned to make curry this week. […]
Crockpot Hawaiian Pineapple Chicken
On busy weeknights, I rely on my crockpot. Let me guess, your house runs the same way when the schedule is full? Usually I have some spare time in my mornings to assemble the meal and prep ingredients. But last week was jam packed. So I was struggling to get dinner on the table. I […]
Easy Egg Bake Pancakes
My husband and I love tasting foods from across the globe. One night we decided that we were in the mood for Scandinavian food. Uh…what exactly is considered to be Scandinavian cuisine? We had no idea. Naturally, we went to the internet. After looking at various recipes, I stumbled upon the concept of Finnish Pancakes. […]
Whole Wheat Waffles That Your Whole Family Will Love
As a kid, it was a special day when Mom made breakfast for dinner! I remember receiving a plate loaded with a huge waffle. (It was a normal-sized waffle, but it sure looked giant to my childhood eyes.) I would drizzle on the warm syrup and sprinkle fruit on top. Then I would consume the […]
Crockpot Sesame Chicken and Broccoli
Growing up, my mom would go through cravings for take-out Asian cuisine. We visited the same local joint run by a kind, friendly Asian family. We never figured out which country they immigrated from, or why they chose our random town. But one thing was certain: they made delicious food! When I got married and […]
Kid-Approved and Guest-Worthy Pork Tenderloin
The first time I visited my in-laws (way back when my husband had only been my boyfriend for 2 months), they made this delicious pork tenderloin. I was impressed with their cooking, their son, and them in general! The next time we visited over fourth of July, they had a backyard party and fireworks. […]
Family Current Events
7 Fun Fall Activities For Families
This post is sponsored by Bayer. To make sure these products are right for you, always read and follow the label. All thoughts and opinions are my own. Fall into a New Routine After enjoying the outdoors during the hot summer months, it’s no surprise that our automatic reaction to cool, fall weather can be […]
Best Memorable Events to do on this Father’s Day
This post has been sponsored by Winni. All thoughts and opinions are my own. A father contribute financially and physically to make his family life beautiful. He dedicates his complete life for the care of his family. He creates a healthy environment to give the best lifestyle to all the family members. The father’s […]
Bullying
10 Bullying Statistics That You Really Need to Know Right Now
As you may know, October is National Bullying Prevention Month. While we believe it’s important to fight bullying every day, having a month dedicated to it is definitely a great way to raise awareness. In the spirit of that, I’ve rounded up ten bullying statistics that you really need to know now. Let’s check them out! […]
20 Brilliant Ways to Build Self-Confidence and Be Happy!
Bullying can do a real number on your self-esteem! Whether you’re dealing with it now or still recovering from a childhood trauma, we want to help! Check out these 20 brilliant ways to build self-confidence and be happier! Growing up in the 1980’s as a chubby kid taught me full well how mean kids and […]
Family Finances
6 Things to Consider When Buying a Family Home
Any home purchase is important. but when you have a family there are some things you need to consider to ensure you are getting the best of all worlds in terms of price, location, space and safety. Unless you plan to buy a top of the range Ferrari or Maserati, the chances are a home […]
Dog Lovers Turned Pet Sitters: How to Get Paid to Play with Dogs!
You can’t really get paid just for playing with dogs, right? You’d do that for free! But as a pet-sitter, you get the best of both worlds: Supplementing your income while doing what you love. Rover.com does all the work for you, and you get to show up for playtime. Once you sign up, you’ll […]
For the Home
How To Clean Granite Countertops In 3 Easy Steps
This post is sponsored by Granite Gold. Stone care products by Stone Care Experts.Natural-stone countertops are a popular choice of material … [Read More...]
Why You Should Use Granite Gold Sealer Wipes® for your Natural Stone Countertop + Giveaway
This review is brought to you by Granite Gold®. All opinions are my own.Why You Should Use Granite Gold Sealer Wipes® for your Natural Stone … [Read More...]