We partnered with Northwestern Mutual on this post. We had what many would see as the perfect life. Married with two young boys. A beautiful rural home with picturesque views and the calming peace that nature can bring to a person. The biggest nuisance we had to deal with was the morning sickness that I was…
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Fruit Salad Recipes With Fewer Than Five Ingredients
Fresh, light and oh so tasty! Fruit salad is one of my family’s favorites! To make the perfect mix, start with the freshest fruit available.For crunch and a more savory flavor add your favorite nuts. (If there are nut allergies in the family, or to be on the safe side, use sesame seeds instead.) Then add a sweet dressing and you’re done! Here are five recipes for your next springtime picnic or impromptu brunch with the neighborhood moms – all made with just a few basic fruits: Berry-licious Fruit Salad
Pick-me Up Products for Summer
It's summer so it's a great time to freshen up some items around the house. We found some super cute, super useful and super fun products, that we really think you'll love! Looking for a creative way to hang those cute beach pics? My Mighty Magnets are a fun and whimsical way to hang pictures or artwork…
Beach Day Must-Haves
It's summer which means the beach! We rounded up some fun and useful items for the whole family. This beach towel will definitely be a hit at your next beach or pool day. It's none other than a giant Pink Pop Tart Beach Towel with a bite taken out of it! Absolutely adorable and has…
Get Ready To Jumpstart Your Summer Fun!
Thank you Fobbles for partnering with us on this post. Looking for a way to add some extra fun to your summer? Fobbles is the answer! What is Fobbles you might ask? Well, it is the only portable machine that makes fog, haze, bubbles and its most important and coolest feature - fog-filled bubbles! What?!…
The Importance of Family Dinners + $50 Target Gift Card Giveaway
This article is in partnership with Uncle Ben’s. Growing up we had dinner at 6:00pm every night. Mom cooked, and everyone ate what was on their plates. Fast forward a few decades and dinnertime has changed. Whether it’s because kids have more extracurricular activities, parents have competing work schedules, or easier access to take-out food…
The Great Alone Book Club Kit (Including $100 Wine Gift Card)
Thanks to St. Martin’s Press for partnering with me on this giveaway. It's summer which is the perfect time to start a book club, join a book club, or to offer up a great suggestion for a book club! And, The Great Alone, is a perfect book for this! The Great Alone is an intense…
Drawn Together plus $50 Visa Gift Card Giveaway
Disney Hyperion is partnering with us on this review and giveaway. Drawn Together is a heartwarming story of a grandfather and his grandson as they learn to overcome their language barrier through a shared love of art and storytelling. Recommended for children ages 3-5. When a young boy visits his grandfather, their lack of a common language leads…
The Health Benefits of Drinking Kombucha
Kombucha is a drink with an age-old recipe originating in the far east. The Chinese referred to it as the "Immortal Health Elixir." In recent years, Kombucha has become popular with the health conscious looking for a alternative to fizzy drinks packed with a artificial sweeteners and red dye whatever! At first glance, you might…
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As beautiful as expecting a child can be, pregnancy symptoms unfortunately may add some unwanted drama to your life as a mom. While each pregnancy is different, most women experience at least a few unpleasant side effects as their future sons and daughters grow inside of their bodies, according to the Mayo Clinic. Most side…