7 Tips for Managing Your Child’s Severe Food Allergy

My oldest son has a few serious food allergies. They are truly deadly. I have known this since he was about 2 years old. He is severely allergic to all types of nuts, and seafood. He is now 13, and there are some really helpful tips I’ve learned over the years that help us all … Continue Reading

The Game Changer that Helped My Kids Excel in Math

This post was sponsored by Revolution Math. All opinions are completely my own. Let’s be honest, many kids do not love Math. Many kids struggle with Math. Yet, as parents, we know something…if our kids excel in math, they have countless opportunities for great careers in adulthood. We have made math a priority in our … Continue Reading

Taking on Life’s Changes with AZO

This article has been created in partnership with AZO Bladder Control® with Go-Less® , but all opinions are my own. Consult your doctor or health care professional for medical advice. The older I get, the more I’m aware of all of the many changes we go through as women. Our bodies are constantly changing…and at … Continue Reading

How We Inspire Our Kids To Give Back

Thank you Allstate for sponsoring this post. I chose to write this post because doing good in local communities is at Allstate’s core. We all want to raise amazing children that will make this world a better place. It is just a natural part of being a parent. My husband thinks it is important to … Continue Reading

5 Ways to Better Your Relationships in The New Year

I love starting a New Year. New possibilities. New Goals. It feels like a fresh start to do things better. We make resolutions for health, jobs, and so many other things. Many times, we miss out on what is most important… relationships. Relationships have such a big impact on our every day lives. We are … Continue Reading

The Educational Gift that Will Win Over Your Child’s Heart

Thank you Amazon for sponsoring this post. Give the gift of reading this holiday season with Prime Book Box! As parents, we want to give our children gifts with a purpose beyond playing. We buy educational gifts before they can even talk, hoping it will help their little brains develop and grow. Meanwhile, nothing compares … Continue Reading

How I’m Multi-Tasking During The Holidays

  “This post is sponsored by Autotrader however, all thoughts and opinions expressed are my own.”     It’s the most wonderful time of the year. For most moms that means, we are juggling a lot of different hats. This year, I am determined to enjoy all that this season brings, and there are some … Continue Reading

Our Favorite Toy Brands & What We Are Getting the Kids This Christmas

This post is sponsored by Kohl’s. I was paid for this post and received the included toys as compensation. It’s the most wonderful time of the year! I am excited to share some of our favorite toy brands, and some of the items we are getting our kids for Christmas. They are all great quality … Continue Reading

For the Mom Overwhelmed by Fear

Recently, I have felt overwhelmed, and almost drowning from fear. It feels like it’s gotten worse this past year…month by month. It has stolen my joy. This fear has made it hard to focus or even breathe at times. It has felt debilitating. Let me explain the sources of my fear lately. My youngest, who … Continue Reading

5 Tips For Taking Great Family Photos

We just took our family photos for the year, and I couldn’t be more pleased. The last few years, they have come out great, and there are some tips I want to share that I believe made an impact on that. 1. Coordinate without Matching. I always like to pick two bolder colors to showcase … Continue Reading