As you know if you’ve been following along for awhile, I love holidays, and Easter is the first big one of spring and typically, the first big family get-together since December. Our Easters have ranged from big celebrations with family…
Best Gifts for a Two-Year-Old Boy
Not only is our little guy turning two in March (ah tear, where did time go? insert crying emoji) but all his little friends are as well, which means we have lots of two year old birthday parties coming up….
How to Hide a Baby Bump Before You’re Ready To Tell Everyone You’re Pregnant
When I first found out we were pregnant with Charlotte after struggling with secondary infertility, I wanted to shout it from the rooftops. But like many women who struggle with infertility, I was scared to celebrate. We had been through…
Surviving the First Night Out Post-Baby
This Friday, Andrew and I had our first night out since having baby Charlotte. Honestly, it was so much easier than the first time we left James, and I’m so glad we went out without the kids even if it…
My Favorite Places to Shop for Baby Boy Clothes
I think I spent more time shopping for baby boy clothes for James and Brooks than for myself, which is saying a lot considering how much I love to shop. Seriously, I can’t tell you the number of hours I…
Spring Bucket List
I’m really enjoying coming up with these bucket lists every season (see my fall list and winter list). It inspires me to get out of the house and do more fun things and adventures with our family. It’s easier to…
Toddler Ski Gear
Every year we go skiing in Park City for Christmas, and it’s one of my favorite holiday traditions. We’ve taken James and Charlotte since they were born, and now they’re finally old enough to take ski lessons and spend a…
My Favorite Spring Activities for Toddlers and Babies
I love watching James and Charlotte and now Brooks grow and develop, and it’s easier in some ways not to have to carry them everywhere, but I miss the days of being able to go outside and have them just…
The Case for Getting Away with Your Girlfriends
Confession: Until last week, I had never been away from the kids for more than a night. That’s right, I/we had never taken a vacation without kids. Once we left James for a night to go to a wedding, and…
School Drop Off/Pick Up Outfits
One of the upsides of working from home for me has been the chance to take my kids to school and pick them up. It’s a highlight of my day that I try never to miss when I’m not in…
Stuffed Animal Storage Ideas
Anyone else’s kids hoard stuffies like it’s their job? My kids cannot get enough stuffed animals. They want one anytime we see one — at a store, gift shop, check out aisle, carnival, goodie bag — and they get so many…
Nursery Art Ideas
If you’re expecting a little one or decorating for one who has already arrived, here are my favorite nursery art ideas.