Has anyone ever woken you from a peaceful slumber with an ice-cold bucket of water? You’re sleeping peacefully then BAM, water in the f*ing face. You wake up gasping for breath in full PTSD mode and realize immediately that your mattress is soaking wet and probably ruined. Motherhood is the cold water and the ruined …

At the beginning of this school year I vowed to do more art with my kids. It was a simple resolution, but it has proved to be a really fun one! I’m in love with our art days! I search Pinterest for inspiration and then, most Thursdays, we settle around the kitchen table and get …

We’ve all seen the memes: Nope, they aren’t just click bait or people trolling for “likes.” This happens in real life, as I painfully discovered a few nights ago. Three hours, three new parts ordered, and one very shampooed carpet later, I’ve learned my lesson to never leave my robot vacuum in the same room …

I bought a set of these books a few years ago. They sat in the bookshelf, alone and rarely loved until now. Once I realized that: don’t bite, don’t hit, don’t scream, don’t kick (usually followed by the words “your brother”) were being understood, I dug to the back of the bookshelf and pulled these …

Okay, this isn’t a recall of any kind (at least not yet!) but just a heads up to check your kitchen utensils! Our resident kid chef, Sawyer, discovered something very gross when he was making cookies this past weekend and he wants everyone to be aware of it. As he was washing our silicone measuring …

Maybe you’ve already read this?  Maybe not?  We figured in case you didn’t see it and needed a good laugh – we thought we’d share it with you.  A friend of mine sent this 11 step program to me today on Facebook.  Honestly, I don’t know who wrote it but it had me laughing out loud.  …

If you’re looking for some easy ways to decorate your home for Easter this year, read on! I’ve rounded up eight quick, easy, affordable, and CUTE Easter decor ideas for your home! Easter Egg Wreath I’ve actually made this wreath myself and have it hanging on my front door – but I didn’t write a …

Calling all Disney lovers! My daughter and I just returned from a mother daughter trip to Disneyland and California Adventure – best thing ever, to go one on one – and I made a point to find some new photo spots while we were there. As much as I love the classic castle at Disneyland …

Many of us know and love Plae shoes for kids. The brand was founded in 2012 and sold their first pair of shoes a year later. My daughter’s been wearing their Ty style in Metallic Silver for a few years now and loves them. Literally, once she outgrows them, I just order the same shoe …

Easter is right around the corner, so today we’ve got food on the brain. Whether or not you’re making an Easter ham, these side dishes are sure to be a hit with everyone at the table. Mashed Potatoes From The Pioneer Woman. It’s not dinner without mashed potatoes as a side dish. Buttery, creamy, and …

There really is a day for everything. Take March 9 for example, which is Panic Day. We could celebrate by panicking, but I though instead that I would share with you some great ways to calm down. Whether you’re looking for simple ways to relax or tools to use if you’re prone to anxiety, here …

Ever since Contours debuted their super popular, lightweight, travel stroller, the Bitsy, parents everywhere have been waiting for a double version so that they could travel with two kids. Creating a great lightweight, double stroller that is easy to fold, accommodates an infant car seat and has roomy seats for two kids isn’t an easy …