I will never forget when Goose was a baby! I couldn’t wait to start feeding her homemade baby food! As a first time mom, I had all of these visions of the perfect little purees I’d neatly spoon feed her during her exciting introduction to the world of solid food. Boy, was I surprised when… Read More The Busy Mom’s Guide to Homemade Baby Food
My family is completely obsessed with WeeSprout reusable pouches! They have made life easier in so many ways and I can’t imagine a more useful food product for my baby and toddler! Two years ago, when Goose was a baby, I was so excited to introduce solid foods to her! I went all crazy and… Read More The Most AMAZING Reusable Pouches
I have 10 years of experience in early childhood development and elementary education. I’ve been able to manage large groups of young children for extended periods of time and persuade them all to simultaneously bend to my will. But nothing compares to the realities and struggles of having a two-year-old of my own. It’s so… Read More 3 Ways to Tame Toddler Tantrums
Hey Dads! This one is short and sweet, just for you! It’s important to establish a bond with your child as early as possible so don’t hesitate to grab every opportunity. Here are 5 easy ideas for daddy and baby bonding time: 1. Skin-to-Skin Time Here’s how this works, Dads: Remove your shirt. Dress baby… Read More 5 Easy Ideas for Daddy and Baby Bonding Time
October is Pregnancy and Infant Loss Awareness Month. I only know this because four years ago, I miscarried my first pregnancy. Shortly after it happened, I decided to write about it, and I shared it on Facebook. I was so nervous to put my miscarriage story out there for others to read and for some… Read More My Miscarriage Story
I tried a new recipe last night and I am still so giddy about it that I have to share it today. Have you ever had sweet potato enchilada casserole? It’s better than I ever expected and way simple! Plus, it’s toddler and husband approved so you can’t beat that. Scroll straight to the bottom… Read More Sweet Potato Enchilada Casserole
Over the last few months, I’ve been asked frequently how I managed to have two babies and lose all of the weight so quickly. I gained 24 lbs when I was pregnant with Goose and 31 lbs when I was pregnant with Belly. And I actually have already lost all of that weight. Well, some of… Read More 3 Ways to Lose the Baby Weight
For week two of homeschooling, our theme was “Green Eggs and Ham“! This has been a favorite book of Goose’s for the past few months and I knew we had to include it. In addition to trying our green eggs and ham recipe, we studied the letter S, the number two, and circles and ovals.… Read More Green Eggs and Ham Recipe
Yay! First, a HUGE thank you goes to Amy Tyrell from Yukon Mama of 4 for nominating me for the Liebster Award! Her blog is full of inspiration for busy moms and constant reminders that we’re not going through this struggle alone. Go visit her blog now and feel instantly uplifted! I’m in my second… Read More Accepting the Liebster Award
I don’t usually make burgers of any kind because I never considered myself good at it. It’s just not really my thing. But one week when I was meal planning, I decided that I wanted to try making turkey burgers. And holy moly, they came out SO GOOD! If I can make these, then you… Read More World’s Easiest Turkey Burgers
