Cleaning. The necessary evil. I would love to be able to summons the cleaning fairies at night. Until I can get someone to help, I’m on my own. I’m proud to say that I’ve found a routine that helps to keep the chaos at bay (at least for a little while). Wondering how to establish a cleaning routine you can… Read More
How to Create a Menu Your Kids Will Eat
My kids are opposites when it comes to trying new things. One child will try any dish on the menu (even if she doesn’t end up liking it). My other child, is unfortunately more like me. He does not like getting out of his food comfort zone. It’s been quite the process of trial and error, but we’ve finally found… Read More
Keeping Your Kids Healthy When You Barely Have Time to Cook
You’re trying to do it all. The after school routine especially can make even Superwoman want to crawl into bed rather than face everything that needs to be done before bedtime. Homework, dinner, bath time, clean up (you get the picture). While you may be able to avoid the pile of laundry for one more day (please don’t tell me… Read More
Love Yourself First
Yesterday was Valentine’s Day. That one day of the year we dedicate to our love to the people who matter most. While you’re still in a lovey dovey mood, let’s take the time to talk about that one person you may have forgotten on Valentine’s Day…you. How do you love yourself? As moms, we spend the bulk of our time… Read More
Why I’m Not Making Any New Years’ Resolutions – And You Shouldn’t Either
Happy New Year! Have you started making your New Years’ resolutions? It’s that time of year where we make plans for all the things we’re going to do this year and wipe the slate clean. How many of us have already resolved to eat a little healthier, or spend more time with our families, or even get better control of… Read More
Why I Love Treasure Box
Every 7 school days, my daughter comes home beaming. When she earns something at school, even the smallest trinket, she can’t wait to show me. I used to think it was so unnecessary for kids to receive rewards every few days in school. I thought “rewarding kids for things they’re supposed to do? Why?” After thinking about it, treasure box… Read More