One of the most common questions I get and actually most busy moms I know or follow get asked is: how do you do it all? The short answer? I don’t. They don’t. No one can do it all. There’s…
Do You Have Hobbies?
As a working mom with a demanding full-time job and side hustle, I am pretty strapped for time. It leaves little time for TV, a social life, or just relaxing. Not that I would have it any other way. Frankly,…
James’ Toddler Bedtime Routine
One thing every parenting book will drill into you from the time your baby is born is the importance of a bedtime routine, and as they get older, a toddler bedtime routine. A consistent bedtime and routine helps children calm…
Winter Bucket List
When I first set out to write a winter bucket list a few years ago, I was basically tired of feeling like the cold was keeping us from making the most of our weekends as a family. I am one…
The Cutest Holiday Pajamas for Kids
I used to think it was silly to buy holiday pajamas…until I had kids. Now, I start shopping for holiday pajamas for kids as soon as Halloween is over. Let’s be serious, there’s nothing cuter than a family picture with…
How to Overcome Mom Guilt
Mom guilt. It’s probably one of the hardest parts about becoming a mom for me other than learning not to get triggered or frustrated when my kids are fighting, tantruming and whining. But I actually think mom guilt is one…
What to Wear at The Hospital After Giving Birth
I had no idea what to pack for the hospital for myself the first time I gave birth. What do you wear after giving birth? Pajamas? Sweats? Regular clothes? Even though I plotted out the nursery, a detailed registry, basically…
How to Put Sunscreen on a Toddler
I don’t know about you, but one of my least favorite parts of parenting is applying sunscreen. In fact, my best friend, who is a mom of two, once said that she hates summer because of the sunscreen, wet clothes,…
My Favorite Toddler and Baby Books to Read the Kids
Story time was always a favorite of mine growing up. I loved reading stories in my pajamas by the fire with my mom and brother, so I was excited to continue the tradition with my kids. For my baby shower…
What To Do When Your Two Year Old Hits You
Being slapped across the face by a screaming toddler is a true test of parenting. Unfortunately toddler hitting is a pretty common issue, and unfortunately, for us, James has chosen to test us in this regard quite a bit recently….
Healthy Toddler Lunch Ideas
Continuing my quest to become a better cook or at least get better at putting together meals for my family, I’m focusing on lunch right now. Specifically, I’m working on creating a list of healthy toddler lunch ideas that my…
Working Mom Pumping Schedule
After sharing my breastfeeding journey and my favorite breast pumps, I started getting a lot of questions about how I’m making pumping and breastfeeding work now that I’ve returned to work. I think the hardest part is figuring out a…
