Options for Infertile Couples The infertility treatments are dragging on, there’s no baby in sight, and having a child feels more important … [Read More...]
Fertility & Pregnancy
How to dress when pregnant: first trimester
Congratulations, you are pregnant. You are so happy, you want the world to know it, you want to show your belly and you are eager to wear … [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
How to deal with Motion Sickness
Do you worry about traveling because you suffer from motion sickness? It is possible to reduce motion sickness symptoms and even prevent … [Read More...]
Best Way To Hydrate This Winter
This post is sponsored by Bayer. To make sure these products are right for you, always read and follow the label. All opinions are our … [Read More...]
Travel
Ultimate Travel Gear For Families List
Traveling can be fun but also stressful if you have kids in tow. Having babies, toddlers, elementary school, tweens, and teens all present … [Read More...]
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...]
Recipes
Authentic Italian Eggplant Parmesan
A few years ago my husband bought me a giant Italian cookbook for Christmas. And by giant, I mean it has over 1000 pages! But the best part is that the authors went into local villages throughout the entire country and collected recipes from nonna’s (grandma’s) kitchen, which they then translated into English so we […]
Thick and Creamy Broccoli Cheddar Soup
When the weather is cold and the days are busy, there is nothing more satisfying than a bowl of steaming soup. This thick and creamy broccoli cheddar soup will hit the spot! Before your days gets packed, prep this soup. Toss in frozen broccoli, a diced onion (or dehydrated onion if you’re really in a […]
Bean and Spinach Enchiladas
Enchiladas can be your hospitality, entertaining, or dinner party superhero. When you need a meal to serve a crowd, opt for enchiladas. When you have a slew of hungry bellies to nourish, enchiladas will satisfy. When you only have 30 minutes to prepare a meal that isn’t pasta, enchiladas won’t let you down. They […]
Fast and Easy Homemade Chicken Pot Pie Recipe
What’s your favorite comfort food? That meal you dream about on a dreary day, or when you’re missing home, or when you reminisce about days past? For me, it’s chicken pot pie. It reminds me of being a teenager on a day off of school. My mom would serve chicken pot pie to me and […]
“Shake It Up” Roasted Potatoes Recipe
Do you enjoy your kids cooking in the kitchen with you? Do your children enjoy cooking in the kitchen with you? I know that it can be a lot of work, but this recipe is a simple way for the whole family to be involved. Especially because it involves some shaking. Caution: dancing may or […]
Homemade Cream of Anything Soup Recipe
What is your favorite ingredient to cook with? I have three ingredients that I never run out of: pesto, olive oil, and cream of mushroom/chicken/celery/anything soup. When I first became a chef in my home’s kitchen, casseroles were my specialty. And 9 times out of 10, the base of my casserole was a creamy soup. […]
Family Current Events
Three Quick Tips To Survive The Holiday Season
This post is sponsored by Bayer. To make sure these products are right for you, always read and follow the label. All opinions are our own. Holiday Party Season is Here With the holidays around the corner, there’s no better way to celebrate the year’s end than with a party, or two… or three! It […]
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 […]
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 Winterize a Car | The Complete Winter Driving Preparation List
Now that the weather is getting colder, it’s time to start thinking about how you’re going to protect your car. For many of us, a car is vital to … [Read More...]
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...]