Guilt Free Parenting
Keeping Intimacy Alive
People always say that attraction fades over time in a relationship. People always make jokes about someones life ending when they get married and make it seem like a death sentence to be in a long term relationship. I’m here to tell you that it’s all true. JUST KIDDING. Yes, attraction fades over time, but…
Read MoreThrifting
Kids grow so fast. Yes, it’s sad to look at the baby pictures and remember when they were so cute and small. I personally get more upset because my wallet is taking a beating. It feels like every other week they need new shoes or new pants. They Rolle around in mud and ruined the…
Read MoreGender Roles
I remember being at Wal-Mart one day and Trent begged me for this Moana doll. He loved that movie so much. A woman in line in front of us had the nerve to ask why I was buying my little boy a doll. Trent was so embarrassed he decided to put the doll back. Why…
Read MoreBedtime Routines
POV: It’s bedtime and you’re trying to get your kids to bed. There’s crying. There’s screaming. There’s 3 trips to the bathroom for them and 3 for you to the kitchen to get them a glass of water. There’s monsters you have to scare away. It’s utter chaos. This is exactly what my house is…
Read MoreFall Activities for the Whole Family
It’s fall y’all! Autumn is my favorite time of year. The weather is getting cooler, the kids are back in school and the smell of the crisp, fresh air always makes me feel so cozy. Not only that but there are so many fall activities. Apple or Pumpkin Picking Apple orchards are my favorite place…
Read MoreIs My Kid Normal?
Kids are weird. They do and say the strangest things and they all develop different skills at different times. It may leave you to wonder the question we have all asked ourselves, “is my kid normal?” When they are babies we are comparing our kids’ development to the baby of Becky down the street who…
Read MoreHealthy School Lunches
I will be the first to admit I’m a health food nut. I really do believe that what you eat can affect your mental health, as well as your physical health. When your body feels good, you feel good and have more energy. Serving your kids healthier foods can improve grades and behavioral issues. Here’s…
Read MoreBonding With Your Kids
Bonding with your child is one of the most valuable gifts you can give them. It will be the thing that creates trust in your relationship and makes the biggest difference as they grow older. When your kids believe you will be there no matter what they will be able to come to you when…
Read MoreSchool Shopping
It’s about that time of year again. The time where kids are crying and parents are rejoicing everywhere. You know what I’m talking about. Back to school time. Soon we will get to ship the kids off to school for most of the day and either get peace and quiet or save some money on…
Read MoreDate Ideas
Scheduling time for dates is so important in any relationship, especially with kids. Dates can make you feel human again. It can respark your relationship and remind you why you are even with each other outside of having children. Here is a list of my favorite date night/date day activities. Hikes Lucky for us there’s…
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