We’ve all heard the rules – apply sunscreen each and every day and reapply every two hours. But how many of us actually do reapply throughout the day? I am pretty good about putting on sunscreen every day in the morning and even using a foundation with sunscreen as an added ...read more
Maternity fashion has come a long way. This is my third spin into the the dance of dressing a bump. A few weeks ago, I entered the second trimester of my third pregnancy. As my morning sickness subsides and the weeks continue to roll by, the reality that this baby boy is actually ...read more
Whether you are hitting the beach or the pool, doing the park or a downtown stroll, keeping the whole family protected from the summer sun is key. It can be a victory enough just to get sunscreen on your kids! But, sadly, not all sunscreens are created equal. Here are some of the ...read more
This post is sponsored by Ace Hardware. Summertime is all about relaxing and having fun, am I right? It's also about finishing all those projects you talk about during the year that you never have time for. What if I told you you could relax AND finish your project? And for less ...read more
This post is sponsored by Banana Boat. Now that school’s out for summer, your kids seem to have all kinds of extra energy, right? Mine do at least....They’ve been bouncing off the walls and one way I help tame all that energy is by planning special activities to keep them ...read more
Disclosure: This post is sponsored. My babies are Florida kids through and through, so when summer arrives, we spend a lot of time at the beach. We live not 45 minutes from some of the most beautiful beaches in the world, so to not take advantage of them would be an absolute ...read more
We moms know the dangers and beauty woes of sun exposure and if you're like me, you're slathering on SPF each day, every day. But what about your kids? Are you as vigilant about their sun protection as you are with yours? The month of May has been designated by the American ...read more
This mama of three has tried her fair share of bath and body products for baby. I am always looking for a skin care line that is safe, natural and works well on baby's skin. AVEENO® Baby makes a full line of bath and body care that is gentle enough to use on your whole family. ...read more
While we love the lazy days of summer it does mean that we have to take precautions when we are spending time in the heat. For all of our beauty needs, we are sharing some sun safety tips from Topical BioMedics on how to safe and healthy while catching some rays and waves. ...read more
There is nothing like heading to the beach unprepared. I think after five years of forgetting things, I have finally come up with a master list. First things first, you need a beach bag that can literally hold it all, especially when carrying along kids. I found a Lavand Straw ...read more
One of my favorite summer activities is spending time in the backyard with my three boys. We're lucky enough to have a dad-made treehouse, a rope swing, and enough grass to kick a soccer ball back and forth. While I'm all for sending the kids out on their own to scrape together ...read more
Families all around the world are getting ready to plan their summer escapes. As a mom of a daughter in school full-time, I know how important it is for her to have a summer break that is filled with fun and quality family time. During a recent press trip I had the chance to ...read more
We are serious about sun safety and with the summer comes more outdoor activities. A common problem during spring and summer, sunburn can cause skin to become tender, red, and even scaly. Without the proper protection of sunscreen and clothing, sunburn can cause long-term damage, ...read more
As the weather gets warmer, many of us will be spending more time outdoors under the strong summer sun. While the sun's effect on our bodies can be beneficial, we take a great risk exposing our skin to sunlight without taking the proper precautions. This summer, ensure that ...read more
