Did you know that February is Children’s Dental Health Month?  As a child, I didn't really see the importance of taking great care of my teeth but now that I'm an adult, I'm so thankful that I was a pretty regular brusher.  I have a brother who was terrible at taking care of his teeth and gums and he's had to have a lot of dental work done because of that.  So as kids are growing, it's easier to incorporate healthy habits now so that they can enjoy a healthy mouth, teeth, and gums as they get Read more [...]

Do car seats confuse and even scare you a little?  It seems like the rules are constantly changing, each seat and brand has their own expiration time line, and laws are different depending on the state!  Truth be told, it is hard to keep up and you're not alone in feeling this way.  According to a recent study, 54% of parents feel that car seat safety industry standards are confusing.  So Graco is stepping up and trying to help with their new TrueShield Technology which provides children with Read more [...]

When finally taking a break from every day life and heading off on a vacation, no matter how long, it's nice to experience extra things you wouldn't typically encounter.  During our visit to the Radisson Blu Mall of America, both my husband and myself splurged on a massage from their on-site spa, Solimar Spa.  It was absolutely amazing and such a fun way to each take a little me time.  But the great part about this mini-vacation is the fact that it can accommodate so many different options, including Read more [...]

Over the years, I've become more and more aware of the products I keep in our home and the food that we eat.  That's not to say that we don't have treats, desserts, and goodies, because we most certainly do.  However, I strive to really offer healthier choices for a more daily consumption and try to keep those other choices for special occasions and holidays.  But when I find a product that works great for every day as well as a holiday such as Valentine's Day, I'm even more excited. Sending Read more [...]

Strolling the baby aisles in search of a gift that will be used, cherished, useful, and loved for that upcoming baby shower can be super exhausting.  I sometimes struggle to know what outfits to pick because not everyone has the same style as me.  So then I think diapers are a good choice but slightly boring.  So if all else fails, I go with something tried and true like swaddles blankets and diapers and then top the gift with a fun toy.  Babies LOVE toys so I know that within just a few months, Read more [...]

Thank you to Audrey's Bear for providing product in exchange for my honest opinion. I am always on the lookout for new, cute, fun, and useful baby gifts. I love customized items since they show off a person's sense of style. I jumped at the chance to parter with Audrey's Bear to showcase one of their many custom creations. I was able to choose the name, font and design I wanted for my daughter's car seat cover. I chose a simple font in black to compliment the sweet butterfly design. Butterflies Read more [...]

We packed up and headed out at about 9:30 on a blustery Minnesota morning for the drive to Radisson Blu Mall of America which is located in Bloomington, Minnesota.  With all the excitement leading up to the getaway, the kids didn't sleep much so most of the ride was peaceful and quiet while the kids napped.  We arrived close to noon so I ran in to see what time our rooms would be ready.  Even though official check in isn't until 3, we were pleasantly surprised to learn our rooms were all ready.  Read more [...]

Thank you to Spoiled Sweet Kids for providing product in exchange for my honest opinion. My daughter is 14 months old now. I love garage sales and second hand stores. The vast majority of her clothing has been 'pre-loved' by another child. Since I do save so much by buying most of her clothing (and toys) second hand, it makes me feel like I can splurge once in a while for custom items that I fall in love with online. I was excited to partner with Spoiled Sweet Kids to showcase some cute, custom Read more [...]

In today's world, it seems like everyone is always on the go.  Having children doesn't seem to slow me down either!  Just last week we visited the local library.  I was only planning on staying for about an hour and our 2 year old had on a dry, clean diaper so I took a chance and decided to leave my big diaper bag out in the van.  Wouldn't you know, half way through our little visit, she pooped!  Uggg.  It was cold and snowy out and I dreaded it but had to make the trek out to get the diaper Read more [...]

While I love when my house is clean and organized, the struggle with clutter and messes is very real.  I've spent time purging and rearranging what's left for clothes, toys, dishes, and everything else but I still need to get rid of more as well as find a better way to keep things in order.  One spot where we seem to struggle more than anything happens to be the kids' coats, hats, mittens, and shoes or boots (depending on what time of year it is).  Someone is always looking for that missing shoe Read more [...]