Getting my kiddos to eat their lunch at school every day is a challenge. They tend to go straight for the cookie or treat I pack and skip over the sandwich, forgo the carrot sticks, and ignore the apple. It seems I'm always looking for clever ways to get my kids to eat their ...read more
I'm always on the hunt for snacks that are healthy, taste good, and that everyone in the family will enjoy. On a recent shopping trip, I discovered Annie Chun's Seaweed Crisps. These were intriguing! As I stood in the aisle of my local grocery store with my toddler in the cart ...read more
As a mom, I'm always on the go. Keeping everything running smoothly is a big responsibility. Now that school is back in session I'm gearing up for those back to school germs to hit. I want to be prepared. With so many things on my plate at once, I need to keep things simple and ...read more
Mornings can be hectic in our household. As a busy mom of two, I try to make sure I sit down with the kids for a few minutes while they eat their breakfast every morning. I sip my coffee while the kids munch away on their favorite cereals. We talk about the upcoming day, their ...read more
Consumers today demand variety and flavor. Just stroll through the drink aisle and really pay attention the next time you're in the store. Ever since middle school I've been a big fan of Dr Pepper, and now as an adult I've discovered the breadth of Dr Pepper Snapple Group (DPS) ...read more
So you've decided to send your kid to their first summer camp. You're probably a little nervous, they're probably a little nervous but you've got this. Summer camp is a great experience for kids to have! We've got 5 great tips to prepare kids for their first time at summer ...read more
Almost every person I know either has kids, pets, or both. With this in mind, I put together five smart home ideas for parents and pet owners with Iris By Lowe's. Motion Sensors and Lights If your household is anything like mine, you probably have a kid who wakes up almost ...read more
Compensation was provided by Hershey via MomTrends. The opinions expressed herein are those of the author and are not indicative of the opinions of Hershey or Momtrends. It's almost Valentine's Day! It's the last weekend before all the Valentine's Day school madness starts ...read more
Iris by Lowe's offers home owners and renters an easy, totally customizable smart home that you can install yourself. I'm all about keeping up with technology and I love that the Iris makes my life easier. Everyone wants that, right?! Do-It-Yourself Yes, Iris by Lowe's is DIY. ...read more
We are all familiar with Easter baskets but this year let's make Valentine's Day even sweeter for the littlest ones you love - your kids - with a Valentine's Day basket surprise. 2 Sweet Kids' Valentine Baskets We're taking the traditional Hershey's sweets we love to give on ...read more
We have smart phones. Our kids have smart toys. Why not have a smart home too. Technology is ever changing to benefit our needs and wants, and what we want is to keep our families and homes safe; Iris offers this security. Iris is a completely customizable smart home system by ...read more
We love to read in our house. We read to both of our children in the womb and continue to read to them as they've grown over the years. From board books to chapter books and educational books, we love them all. Story Surprise is an innovative and fun monthly children's book ...read more
It's hard to believe that the holidays are right around the corner. Add some last minute sparkle from Zales to your wish list this year, or shop for someone special. Nothing is more romantic than jewelry. In my opinion, you can never go wrong with some shimmer and shine for the ...read more
Moms don't have time to be sick, and we hate it when our kids are too. Let's face it, going to the doctor isn't fun for anyone. What if I told you didn't have to go anywhere? You don't even need to get out of bed. Yes, about half of doctors visits can be done online with the ...read more
It’s December and we’re hitting that middle of the school year slump. The days are shorter, the weather is colder and the holidays are right around the corner. Flu season is in full swing, and I’ll bet someone in your family probably has a cold right now as you’re reading this. ...read more
This photograph perfectly captures our trip to the pumpkin patch last year. One kid was overly excited about picking the perfect pumpkin, while one kid cried about everything. Meltdown central. At the time, I was stressed about getting the perfect picture of the kids walking ...read more
I recently saw a quote that said "The most memorable days end with the dirtiest clothes". I completely agree! But, I'm also a Mom who has to deal with all those dirty clothes at the end of those memorable days and that can stress me out. This past week my daughter's elementary ...read more
As a breastfeeding mama I'm always on the lookout for stylish and functional accessories. Chewbeads and NuRoo offer moms products that pull double duty! Add an extra layer of style while also keeping it functional with Chewbeads necklaces and NuRoo nursing scarves. Both of ...read more
August is National Breastfeeding Month and we've got some exciting things lined up to share for all the breastfeeding mamas throughout this month. Every Friday in August, we'll be sharing some great breastfeeding finds in our new mini series Breastfeeding Friday. At the end of ...read more
This year BIC® is celebrating 30 years of helping kids reach their potential. As we prepare to head back to school and to help celebrate BIC's 30 year old success, we've partnered with them to help save handwriting by sharing some reasons why handwriting is important and tips ...read more
Nothing quite tastes like summer as much as s'mores! As one of the most defining flavors and experiences of summer, Hershey's Milk Chocolate, marshmallows and graham crackers have brought families together for decades! Not going camping this summer? No problem! There is no ...read more
Today I'm excited to share my fun Twizzlers Fireworks Popsicles! These are super easy to make and an impressive treat to cool down with during the summer. As part of a blogger outreach program with Momtrends I was asked to come up with a creative summer recipe using Twizzlers. ...read more
Last week I shared how I created my color coded family calendar using Post-it® Notes from the Post-it Brand World of Color collections, and Post-it® Full Adhesive Rolls. I'm happy to say that after using the calendar for a while, it's been great! It's definitely helped keep us ...read more
