The countdown to Mother’s Day is on and I thought it would be fun to share a handful of my favorite home spa products with you all! Whether you’re looking to buy something for your mom or mother-in-law or need a quick link to email to your husband or kids, this round up has a …

For the love of all that is holy, please stop teaching your kids pet names for their private parts in lieu of their real names. Use the correct terminology, from day one. Here are some of the absolutely ridiculous examples I’ve actually heard some parents use when talking about their kids’ genitals: Monkey (vulva) Cookie (vulva) …

Planning a multi-generational vacation is a great way to spend extra time and make more memories with the grandparents and grandchildren especially if the entire family lives far apart. That’s why Universal Orlando is on the top of our list for visiting with the grandparents. Since we live quite a distance from our extended family, …

My 6 year old is turning into quite the little chef and one of her favorite recipes to make is French toast. It’s a real winner of a recipe for new cooks because it incorporates things like measuring, cracking eggs, and safe stove use. And it doesn’t take too long 🙂 In honor of spring, …

I love finding new recipes. Unfortunately, it seems like the ones that look good always require just a bit of an ingredient that is only available to purchase in a much larger quantity than I need, and which I don’t have any other use for. And while my family may have really enjoyed the cheesy …

Parents Magazine recently published a snippet from the healthcare journal Pediatrics, and parents are going crazy. They summarized this article which states, Promoting breastfeeding as “natural” may be ethically problematic, and, even more troublingly, it may bolster this belief that “natural” approaches are presumptively healthier. This may ultimately challenge public health’s aims in other contexts, …

There are children who are independent players (like my oldest) and then there are children who don’t do anything alone (like my middle one). Normally that’s not a problem, but on occasion I do try to stretch him to try new things. It usually takes a little enticing, but as soon as I brought home …

Thinking about a trip for the family to San Diego this summer? There are four places you don’t want to miss. 1. LEGOLAND California, LEGOLAND Waterpark and SEA LIFE Aquarium in Carlsbad, CA With close access to the beaches, shopping and warm weather, visiting LEGOLAND is a no-brainer! There are fun activities, LEGO building stations, …

The faded second line was difficult to misinterpret: I was pregnant. I looked at my husband, who had the happiest, most sincere smile on his face… and I burst into tears. For most women, tears of joy are nothing out of the ordinary. But these tears were most definitely NOT happy. Here are some of …

I have three children: a 6 year old, 4 year old and an almost 5 month old. Usually by the third baby, you feel like an old pro, and know what’s in store with cluster feeding, growth spurts, changing poop color etc. One thing I had never experienced, and was not prepared for with this …

Hello, friends! It’s spring! Time to get outside and get some fresh air! If you’re looking for a new training bike for your toddler, look no further. I’m here today to tell you all about the Strider Balance Bike. This review is based on over 18 months of usage from my son. Strider Balance Bike …

When the weather changes, my menu tends to change too. So, adios oatmeal, hello crepes with fresh fruit filling! This recipe is a staple in my sister’s kitchen. For a while, my daughter was even convinced that only her aunt could make crepes! But I proved her wrong and surprised her with a fancy spring breakfast …