This is a sponsored post written by me on behalf of Dollar General. All opinions are 100% mine. If your kids have grandparents or even great-grandparents alive today, how blessed they are! Here are some reasons why kids and the elderly are good for each other, and a gift basket for the ...
Has motherhood put a damper on your creativity?
Do you ever feel like you don't have any time to spend on your hobbies and creative pursuits? Has motherhood put a damper on your creativity? If you want to get back creativity, this is for you! Before having children I had all sorts of hobbies. Oh yes... I was one busy woman. I read books, ...
Scottish Fiction Must Reads
I don't keep my love of Scottish fiction a secret. I love clan history, the chivalry, the accent and the names. Here are the picks (both from what I've read and researched) of the best Scottish fiction. Post contains affiliate links. So, as it says in my about me page, I love me some Scottish ...
Being a mom is tiring… want to know the surefire secret to less stress?
There is a secret to less stress in motherhood and it's probably one you've not heard of. Instead of worrying about every little thing, try this. With our first children we are often extremely paranoid. Worried. Very careful to make sure they look perfect, sleep perfect, and have the ...
What expecting mothers need for the newborn phase
I'm 36 and a half weeks pregnant with my fourth child and, while there aren't many big necessities looming, there are definitely some expecting mother must haves on my list. Here's how to help you get what you need to help survive the newborn phase. I am not a big collector of stuff. I don't ...
I’m a mom… but is that all?
So many of us anxiously awaited motherhood. Then, when it came, found ourselves slightly confused. Yes, I'm a mom and happy about it. But is that all I am? Let's tackle some sahm identity issues head on! I've written on my stay-at-home-mom identity crisis before. It's one of my most popular ...
4 things confusing your kids
Being a parent is full of mysteries. Sometimes our children's behavior is truly mystifying. And sometimes (though not always) it's in response to our own behavior. Here are 4 ways we parents are confusing kids. We hear the phrase "children are resilient" all the time. It's true and it's a good ...
Birthday Girl Necklace (15 minute DIY project a 3-year-old can help do!)
My 15 minute DIY Birthday Girl Necklace is a perfect gift last minute gift (if you've got a craft stash) and helps introduce basic sewing skills to young ones. A month or so ago my 3-year-old daughter was invited to a birthday hike and picnic. First of all, I think it's awesome that instead ...
Why everyone hates the supermom myth
The supermom myth is alive and strong and can be damaging to a mother's mental health. We want to be organized and well, but is there a price? Jenny has had 3 kids and still... like I'm not joking… has abs. Veronica's house is always spotless and I'm pretty sure she actually fluffs her ...
10 gifts for your little adventurers
The great outdoors have so much to offer our little ones. From the opportunity to use their imagination to discovery and adventure! Here are some ideas for gifts for young explorers in your family! Post contains affiliate links. I think we all hope our children will love being outside. ...