50 date night ideas
Date nights are so important for every marriage. Here are 50 of our favorite date night ideas!
what I packed in my Hospital Bag for baby #2
Before having my second baby, I looked up other blog posts on what people brought to the hospital. I had felt like I didn’t have what I needed the first time around, but I couldn’t necessarily pinpoint everything I was missing.
why I apologize to my kid
I knew that once I had calmed down, I needed to go back in and apologize. Why did I need to apologize? There are 3 main reasons why I apologize to my kid.
Taking charge of your health
It has been information like that, that has led me to realize that while a doctor is a good resource, they are just that: a resource. My goal is not to distrust or always second guess doctors. But rather to find a way to be the owner of my own health and use them for guidance and consultation.
4 Ways to Prepare To Volunteer with Your Toddler
Volunteering with my family has always been something I was eager to do, even before I had a kid. Volunteering and serving has always been a way that I feel connected to God, connected to my community, and really connected to who I want to be. I wanted to make sure that my kid grew up knowing just how important it is to serve other people. So when our church announced their annual Go Week (a week of service projects that help our local community), I jumped at the chance to sign us up for a project.
I’m an adult now…when did that happen?
Tonight I swept the stairs and put food in the crockpot for lunch tomorrow...I own a house…we are thinking of starting to try for a kid…I’m on a diet, watching what I eat…my next exciting purchase is going to hopefully be new floors…when did I become an adult?
ahoy matey! - international talk like a pirate day activities
Ahoy mateys! Looking for a way to make an ordinary Sunday special with your family? Well, you are in luck; Sunday, September 19, is International Talk Like a Pirate Day! No matter what age your kids are, you can capitalize on this day to make some fun memories with your family. Here are some ideas how…
baby-led weaning: why we loved it and think you will too!
When our son was old enough, I was excited to introduce him to food. I did the only thing I knew, which was to go out and buy some different baby food purees and start introducing them to him, a new one every three days. My excitement quickly faded when our meal times started to look like a speed race of us trying to spoon as much puree into my son’s mouth before he got upset…
3 tips for the perfect girls trip and why it’s important to go on one
As with most people’s 2020 vacation plans, my girls trip to celebrate turning 30, got postponed until 2021. Nevertheless, my friend and I persevered didn’t let the delay dim our spirits, and went on our girls trip early in 2021! I’m writing to tell you that it was quite possibly the most relaxing and most needed trip that I have been on and I want you to experience that too!
time blocking - the secret to “doing it all”
If you ever find yourself in a similar position; a lot to get done, only a little time to do it in, and are feeling overwhelmed…then here is how you can use time blocking to get it all done.
What is this stain on my shirt? - cherishing the toddler years
Now, do I miss the days of having clean clothes at the beginning AND end of each day? Absolutely! But these stains remind me of the very short, precious time that I get to spend with my toddler.
can we play? parenting during a pandemic
Because of pandemic shutdowns, we haven’t been able to go to as many places as we would have normally. Recently though, I had a very concerning experience that made me seriously consider what we are modeling for our children during this pandemic when it comes to social interactions.
sensory play ideas: keep your kids engaged and learning indoors
Right now, in the middle of winter and a pandemic, I’m sure we are all looking for ways to keep our kids engaged while indoors. One of the best ways that I have found to entertain my little one, and help him learn in the process, is through sensory play.
Thyroid awareness month - the importance of listening to your body
January is National Thyroid Awareness Month, and recently, I found out what a crucial role the thyroid plays in your overall health and why it is essential to listen to your body.
“Love You Forever” is a Creepy Book
I have always thought the children’s book Love you Forever was creepy. However, after tonight, I can understand the sentiment behind it a little bit more.
Moms supporting moms
Welcome to the club! When you become a mom, you enter into an exclusive club. Once you are a part of the club, other members can easily recognize you. We all get a “membership jacket”…which is usually whatever clothes we are wearing that are covered in spit-up, milk, and partially chewed Cheerios. Our messy buns, yoga pants, and little to no makeup are markers of our membership too.
“Just Me and My Medela” - Tips for Exclusive Pumping
After a year of exclusively pumping, I have learned a lot. I am so happy that I did it, because I believe that I gave my son the best nutrition that I could, and because of that, I wouldn’t change a thing. So if you find yourself in the position where you need to (or want to?) exclusively pump, here are some tips on how to survive exclusive pumping…
Postpartum Must-Dos
The miracle of birth happens. Our bodies go through something that is equal parts beautiful and traumatic, and we birth a baby. Some vaginally and others via c-section. Either way, our body goes through the ringer.
“That’s Just How It Is” … But Is It Really?
But I couldn’t help but wonder if that HAS to be a part of life? Yes, it happens all the time and “everyone” else does it, but does that mean it is my only option? Is it what is healthiest for me and my family?
“Leaving a Legacy” - Our Lakehouse
In all this peace I can also hear the faint sound of our neighbors kids playing in the water next door. They are playing at the house that used to be our family’s lake house.