The world has become so fast paced and competitive that gone are the days where kids just played all day.  Most schools seem to want kids to have a jump on a variety of skills by the time they start kindergarten now.  When I was a kid, we didn't learn to read until first grade but I know that, locally, the kids are already reading by the middle of kindergarten.  So with this push, comes the need for great resources, products, and activities that can help aid parents in equipping their children Read more [...]

Thank you to Zarbee's Naturals for providing me with product in exchange for this honest blog review. All opinions are 100% my own. As we get ready to head into cold and flu season, Zarbee's Naturals wants to remind us to take care of health. They offer a line of safe and effective, health and wellness products including vitamins, probiotics, immune support and throat relief. Each of their products has been carefully created with handpicked ingredients. Zarbee’s products are free of drugs, alcohol, Read more [...]

I find it ironic how things change over the years as research is done and knowledge is gained.  Growing up and even up till just a few years ago, plastic was king.  People would rave about how plastic was so great.  It traveled easily.  Fairly sturdy designs, that is, until you put them in the dishwasher as I have melted more than my fair share of Tupperware!  On and on, plastic was reigned in as the best.  But then it came to light how the ingredients used in making those handy plastic dishes, Read more [...]

"Disclosure (in accordance with the FTC’s 16 CFR, Part 255: “Guides Concerning the Use of Endorsements and Testimonials in Advertising”): Many thanks to Propeller Consulting, LLC.  for providing this prize for the giveaway. Choice of winners and opinions are 100% my own and NOT influenced by monetary compensation. I did receive a sample of the product in exchange for this review and post.  Last year, I came across the book, The Biggest Story, on another blog.  It struck me as interesting Read more [...]

What's not to love about babies!?!  They are so cute, snugly, and I absolutely especially adore the newborn stage.  Whether they look like a grumpy old man (that was our 3rd to a T) or a sweet perfect Gerber baby, I just can't get enough of them at the beginning.  I know I can't be alone because almost everyone is ready and willing to hold a baby.  Even walking through a store, if there's a newborn, heads are always turning.  It's just a fascinating stage in life that goes way to quickly in Read more [...]

Looking at my calendar, I am floored at how close the end of Summer actually is!  We are trying to squeeze as much fun and sun into our days as possible but it makes me a little sad that I need to began prepping for the change in seasons and schedules.  So as we get back to school and the busyness of the calendar and schedule shape up, I'm going to share with you some great products from Chobani that can help ease the rush of snack time or that would even work for a quick breakfast. Sending a Read more [...]

Thank you to Kinsa for providing me with product, free of charge, in exchange for this honest blog review. All opinions are 100% my own. It's inevitable, kids are going to get sick and will likely miss a day or two of school. What can we do to be prepared for illness? Have comforting products on hand and a trusty thermometer. I use a Kinsa Smart Ear thermometer. The Kinsa Smart Ear thermometer gives a one-second infrared, inner ear, temperature reading. The Kinsa Smart Ear thermometer Read more [...]

I've been working hard to transition our toddler out of our room.  When she sleeps in the crib in our room, she thinks I'm an all night salad bar!  While I don't mind the fact that she still nurses, at almost 2 years old, I'm ready to sleep through the night again!  Add in the fact that we are in the process of getting licensed for foster care and that we could potentially have another infant in the home soon, I want to relish in what sleep I can get right now.  So part of our new routine includes Read more [...]

Does the relaxed schedule of Summer interrupt healthy habits at your home?  While I wish we would not stray, Summer does become more lax in some departments.  Instead of a more uniform enforced bedtime, some nights may get late if the weather is nice and we're enjoying the last bits of sunshine.  On the scorching hot days, supper may consist of ice cream instead of a three course meal.  And unfortunately, the really important habit of brushing teeth daily ends up getting missed on crazy busy Read more [...]

Baby Pibu infant skincare line is the first ever of it's kind developed by a dermatologist mom!  Dr. Amy is not only a board certified dermatologist, she's also the mother to of two young children.  Because of the different skin issues each of her two kiddos experienced as infants, she found herself on a mission.  Through trial and error and armed with the knowledge of her field of expertise, Dr. Amy was able to identify the best ingredients to suit the individual needs of her children.  And Read more [...]