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Genius Toddler “Back To School” Essentials

Before I became a mom, I never understood why others would publicly be excited about sending their kids back to school. Don’t you want to spend time with your babies and play with them and watch them grow? Shopping for back to school essentials sounded fun but announcing you’re ready to send your child off to someone else for more than half of the day just seemed mean.

10 Ways To Have An Amazing Wedding On A Budget

Funny fact about me… when Drew and I were planning our budget wedding, right out of college, Pinterest wasn’t around. 

Gonna Try For That Boy?

Yesterday was National Sister’s Day—a holiday like so many others these days that I had no idea existed—but one that brought a smile to my face. I’m happy because as a mother of not one, but two little girls, I get to celebrate an amazing bond of sisterhood shared between my daughters.

Life Lessons From A German Shepard

Obviously I’m biased… but I’m pretty smitten with my dog.

He’s the kind that makes you want to wring his neck due to his knucklehead qualities, and give him a big smooch at the same time. And he’s a redhead. His name is Caesar Marren.

Because We Were Called: A Message About The Role Of A Parent

Do you ever experience feelings of inadequacy or believing that there’s more out there for your life? I have always battled with this internal struggle to some degree, until my true calling came to me packaged in a beautiful, healthy, 6lb 10oz, baby girl.

The 5-Point Guide To Surviving Infant Reflux

If you’ve stopped by the blog lately, you know there are a lot of heartstrings being pulled as we reminisce about the little ones growing up.

Today, I Took Down The Crib

Rachel, my youngest baby, turns 3 in a few weeks. For the last few months, we have discussed what her big girl room would look like. We’ve tossed around all kinds of ideas from Minnie Mouse and Princesses to Lion Guard and Peppa Pig.

ONE Big Luau First Birthday

If you checked out “An Ode To Your Last Baby,” a couple weeks ago, you know my sweet little MJ turned one. In a massive transition from sappy to happy I wanted to share some of the details of her luau first birthday party and how you can, too.

From Big To Small: Baby Girl Nursery Design Staples You Need Immediately

One of the most exciting things about welcoming a new baby, (outside of adding a precious member to your family!) is designing the nursery. When you see the finished product, the room that your sweet newborn will call his/her own, it makes their arrival so much more real!

5 Activities to Keep Your Toddler Busy Without a Trip to the Store

School is out for summer! You really can’t even say that without the song ringing in your head, right?