If you’re anything like me, the people who attend your birth are among some of your favorite individuals on earth. They saw you at one of your most vulnerable moments and cared for you despite all the craziness! Birth workers loved on you and your baby when you needed a gentle hand and an understanding …
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“Worrying does not empty tomorrow of its sorrows. It empties today of its strength.” -Corrie Ten Boom. When parenting is so hard, when the next day, the next phase, of your child’s life is still so unknown, worrying becomes second nature for all of us. Worrying about our child’s safety, their health, their happiness and …
Based on the glowing reviews and recommendations of, like, every friend I have, I asked for—and received—an Instant Pot for Christmas last year. (Thanks, Mom and Dad!) After just over four months of owning this kitchen gadget, I’d like to invite everyone over for tea, or wine, or water, or hard liquor—whatever, I’m not picky, …
Okay. I’m a bit behind in addressing this viral post, but that’s because I wasn’t going to say anything about it since I have feelings. But then somebody went and got the kids involved, so here I am. In mid-April, Twitter user Laura Turner shared that a guest at her baby shower started the gift-opening …
Moms and dads, prepare yourself to be amazed with the Veer Wagon! With the ease of a rugged wagon and the function of a premium stroller, the Veer All-Terrain Cruiser merges everything you need for a day on the go. Get ready to adventure and adventure well, this stroller wagon will take your family everywhere …
To the mom who is muddling through mental illness: I see you. You are a mother. No matter your background, no matter your current situation, you are a mother who is NOT alone. You cannot do everything by yourself; no one can. There’s cooking, cleaning, finances, job(s), interior decorating, activities big and small, crafts, service, …
House plants are all the rage lately. Every advertisement you look at and styled Instagram home… what do you see? PLANTS! A house plant brings a certain freshness to a home and let’s face it, they’re easier to care for than kids! House plants don’t talk back, complain about meals, or leave toys underfoot 🙂 …
Did your day lack calm? Was the day super long? Filled with a fussy baby or bickering siblings? Are you at the end of your rope? I hear ya. I know how it goes. It. Is. Hard. *Deep breath* Being a mom is such a joy. There is truly nothing like it. The sweet snuggles …
A good playard is a must have for a new parent because eventually you will have to set that baby down. Whether it is for a quick bathroom visit, a shower or to just to get a break, you’ll want a place that keeps your baby safe and secure whether they are sleeping or playing. …
I’m one of those people who think the toddler stage is just the worst. The tantrums, the newly discovered (yet clumsy) independence, the food pickiness, the constant talking (“Mom, mom, mom, MOMMY!”), and the potty training… those are just a few of the typical traits I absolutely hate about the age. I feel like I …
Do your kids like to join you in the kitchen? If so, Princess Pink Jello Salad is going to be a new favorite in your side dish repertoire! I’ve been making this “salad” since I was a little girl and it has been so fun to pass it on to my daughter. She has dubbed …
Yep, the Baby Gizmo Headquarters is moving again! You are correct – we’ve only been in our current house for 4 years, but we are on the move again. Sure, four years in our gorgeous house (with a pool, I must add!) wasn’t long but we have our reasons for moving but we’ll dive into …












