This Amazon Hack Cut Our Toddler’s Tantrums in Half

One thing I was definitely not expecting out of toddlerhood was the fact that putting a time limit on anything - getting out the door, taking a bath, going to bed - was going to cause a major breakdown. Of course, no toddler wants to go to bed. But putting Annie down...

3 Month Old Feeding and Nap Schedule

There is no fussiness that can't be fixed by taking a baby outside or putting her in water. And for both of my kids, that has proven to be very, very true. When I was home with Annie for the first few months of her life, I was obsessed with her milestones, her...

How To Take Better iPhone Pictures of Your Kids

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RnbPvTB7ZRE See the pictures in action that I printed using Framebridge here! When it comes to family photos, I swear by our family photographer, Sarah K. Photography. But if I booked her as often as I'd like to, I wouldn't take home a...

Worth It Wednesday: The Best Vacuums of 2021

Welcome back to Worth It Wednesday! This is the first week that I'm focusing on something I don't recommend - my awful vacuum. Seriously. I hate the Dyson V7. Let me start from the beginning: When I first got the Dyson V7 vacuum, it was my first time experiencing the...

12 Things & Mom Life Clean With Me

I'm trying something a little different for this week's video - a Mom Life Clean With Me inspired by one of my favorite YouTube moms, Becky Moss! I'm providing some realistic cleaning motivation and sharing an update on what's been going on in our lives as a family of...

The Crazy, Fast Labor and Delivery of Baby #2

I actually had my makeup done for this baby. Quite the difference from baby #1. Everything about this pregnancy and this labor and delivery experience was night and day from my first. I guess that's why I thought I was having a boy! The only consistent thing was the...

Making The Transition from One Child to Two

Meet baby lou! How long do you think it takes to start getting used to the sound of things like, "my kids," or "my girls?" Apparently, a lot longer than three weeks. Every time those words escape my mouth, I can't believe it's our reality. We have two kids! We've only...

Budget DIY Spring Decor (That Isn’t Tacky)

And pastels aren't usually my favorite. But this Spring is MOST needed right now. And I've been determined to add a dash of color and happy that still meets my very picky standards. Oh, hello, three new videos in one week. Life comes at you fast. I'm 34 weeks pregnant...

Worth It Wednesday: The Best Vacuums of 2021

Budget DIY Spring Decor (That Isn’t Tacky)

Spring Cleaning Motivation and Checklist

The only Spring Cleaning motivation you'll need! Download my free spring cleaning checklist for deep cleaning tasks that are organized in a way that just makes sense. None of this going room by room crap. That doesn't work for anyone. Third trimester of my...

How To Strip Your Towels

I love a gross before and after. So, when I heard about towel stripping. Part of me was looking forward to seeing just how much grime and gunk came out of our towels. And another part of me was hoping nothing came out of them at all. What have I been letting our...

Spring Decor Inspiration & Home Updates

When I think about changing up my decor for the Spring, I don't usually think about Easter decorations. I will be putting up some of those when the time comes, mostly for Annie's benefit, but Spring decor in my house isn't centered around bunnies and dyed eggs. It's...

How To Create A Valentine’s Day Occasions Basket

Happy Valentine's Day! I may be celebrating every little holiday this year (thanks to quarantine boredom and the need to entertain a two year old) but I am not the kind of person who has it in me to decorate the entire house just for Valentine's Day. It seems wasteful...

Reviewing My Folding Treadmill PLUS Working From Home

My folding treadmill and shelf situation created an accidental standing desk, which I have very much enjoyed while working from home. I know that, in most situations, your husband getting you some kind of workout equipment is something you'd normally wince at. And if...

Valentine’s Day Clean and Decorate With Me

Every season, Annie's bedroom is my favorite room in the house. And these new pink pillows really seal the deal. Happy Valentine's Day! No one should be surprised - I put up my Christmas decorations the moment Halloween was over, and I put up Valentine's Day in...

This Amazon Hack Cut Our Toddler’s Tantrums in Half

3 Month Old Feeding and Nap Schedule

How To Take Better iPhone Pictures of Your Kids

The Crazy, Fast Labor and Delivery of Baby #2

Making The Transition from One Child to Two

Clean & Decorate With Me: AB’s Tea For Two Birthday

I officially have a two year old! And even though her party wasn't everything I imagined it would be a year ago (my sister at I had dabbled with the idea of saving up for a band and making it an "adult party," don't judge) I was very relieved to have something a...

Planning a Tea For Two Birthday Party

I'm having a major identity crisis over here for two reasons. 1. My firstborn is about to turn two years old. For some reason, that seems miles and miles away from one. She's not a baby anymore. And to make her seem even further away from babyhood - 2. I'm about to be...

20 Week Pregnancy Update and Baby #2 Name Reveal

Question #1: Are you having a boy or a girl? We are having another little girl! Tanner was right about this one. He was right about Annie, too, and told me so from the beginning. So, I probably should've trusted him on this one. Question #2: What did you think you...

12 Things & Mom Life Clean With Me

Making The Transition from One Child to Two

12 Things PLUS FREE Valentine’s Day Phone Backgrounds

A very chic rocking horse draped in pearls, posing in front of our new acrylic console table! Our new furniture came in! I know it sounds immensely dumb, but I have been overanalyzing this decision forever. Furniture is...

20 Week Pregnancy Update and Baby #2 Name Reveal

How To Work From Home (Esp. With Kids)

OBSERVE: me, in my natural element while working from home. With yesterday's eyeliner and crazy bed head. Magically, I was still just as productive as if I had gotten dressed and ready. If not more so! Times are super weird right now. With this crazy sickness that has...

What Is Mommy Imposter Syndrome?

No two moms are exactly alike. So, it's time we learned the difference between looking for guidance and becoming a mommy imposter. When I first heard the term "imposter syndrome," I think it must have been at least two years ago. I made some assumptions about the...

A Day In The Life of A Work From Home Mom

A rare moment of peace and quiet, since she started learning to stand and walk. And crawl at lightening speeds. How can something so small sound like a bull in a china shop while crawling? Okay, first thing's first: if you are a mom, then you work. Just wanted to put...

4 Things I’m Trying To Boost My Energy in October

The exact location where I almost threw the laptop out of a coffee shop window because Mailchimp was down and I couldn't get any work done. A totally mentally stable moment! Having more energy to tackle my to do list is at the top of my to do list for October. I have...