Sun protection
3 Powder Sunscreens to Make Reapplying Easy
Wondering how to keep your skin protected without getting that greasy sunscreen glow? Yep, so are we. That's why we were intrigued by powder sunscreens we started testing them and found three powder sunscreens to make applying easy. Related: Beat the heat beauty product roundup ...read more
Maternity Maven - Second Trimester Style
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
This $.99 Paint Sale At Ace Hardware Will Change Your Summer
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
How to Throw a Backyard Bash for your Kids
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
Sun Safety - Family Style
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
Be Sun Safe: 5 Ways to Lower Your Child's Risk Of Melanoma
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? Related: Momtrends MVP's best sunscreens for your family ...read more
Aveeno Bath and Body Care (& a Giveaway)
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
Beach Bag Essentials for Moms
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
Outdoor Toys For Backyard Fun
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
Travel Adventures to Beaches Turks & Caicos (Part 1)
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
Tips for Sunburn Prevention and Treatment
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