I listened to a podcast or book recently that shared an anecdote about a working mom juggling four children, a successful career, and plenty of hobbies and volunteer work. The part that stuck out what how this woman used pockets of her time. She had ten minutes between pre-school drop off and elementary school drop-off …
My job as a mom
A phrase we repeat often in our family is “feel safe and loved.” I remind Lincoln and Adelaide, before I drop them off at the gym daycare, that their job is to help each other “feel save and loved.” Ben and I pray at night for guidance in helping our kids “feel safe and loved.” …
5 Favorite Things to Bake with my Toddlers
Thank you to Disney Book Group for sponsoring today’s post! Have your kids started school yet? It seems like everything is back in full swing, and with Ben back to school last week, we are starting to settle into the busy routine of fall. There are three goals I have for doing more of with …
Motherhood Right Now
I love that at this stage my kiss still makes everything stop hurting. A hug makes everything better. And even if my refusal causes the tears, it is still my arms that stop them. I am excited for when museum wandering means more than 4 seconds at each exhibit. I’m excited for when they’re old …
9 Strategies for Toddlers who are Picky Eaters
&noscript=1″ /> This post is sponsored by Mott’s®. All struggles with picky eaters (and opinions) are my own. ^Adelaide before trying the smoothie “There is a new, possibly delicious, substance within two feet of me and I’m not feeling it.” The struggle of picky eaters Raise your hand if you struggle with a picky eater. …
5 Tips for Putting Sunscreen on Toddlers
Today I’m sharing tips for getting sunscreen on toddlers and a great mineral sunscreen for sensitive skin in this sponsored post with Blue Lizard sunscreen. Have you had sunscreen battles this summer yet? It feels like packing for a two week trip just to get to the beach and then like taming a wild animal …