This past week we took a winter getaway to West Virginia! Just being around three hours from Lancaster, it was the perfect distance to get away with our little kids. I wanted to write up a quick guide of everything we ate, saw, and did during our trip. Keep reading!
Read MoreDuring the summer, our family is busier than ever with family vacations, day trips, and summer camps. It’s important to us that although we are constantly on the go, Dimples is still having fun at home! Keep reading for my 5 summer must haves for your pup to have their best summer yet!
Read MoreThis past week we took a staycation to Ocean City, Maryland for a summer getaway! Just being around three hours from Lancaster, it was the perfect distance to get away with little kids. This was a trip to remember - it was Adlavie’s first time seeing the ocean and although we have been to Ocean City many times before, we had the opportunity to see lots of new sights and attractions!
Read MoreAdvent calendars have been so trendy the past few years. Brands from every niche are making their own versions to celebrate the holidays. You can find an advent calendar for almost everything, honestly! A Hot Sauce calendar? Yup! A Friends themed calendar? Mhm! And wine or beer filled calendar? You got it! They’re so fun for the kids and parents alike, so I’m grabbing a few to spread the joy a little further! Can’t decide which one to get this year? Here’s some inspo!
Read MoreIt smells like Thanksgiving is upon us, or maybe that’s the chicken nuggets and french fries I smell… LOL As a mom of two, I’ve been down that “picky eater” road a few times! They can love a certain food one day, then want nothing to do with it the next! If your kids are anything like mine, they might not touch any of the home-cooked meals you’ve spent hours making, especially on Thanksgiving. Over the years, I’ve learned how to navigate Thanksgiving dinner with a picky-eater, picking up a few tips and tricks along the way. Keep reading down for my go-to game plan:
Read MoreThe holidays are creeping up! Are you getting ready ahead of time or waiting until the last minute? This year, I’m shopping early and starting with some festive holiday PJ sets for the whole family! Taking family pictures in our matching PJ sets is a tradition I look forward to every year, so I’m hunting for the cutest options this season.
Read MoreCan you really ever have too many kids lunch ideas?! With everyone going back to school, I’ve been breaking out some old favorite recipes along with new ones I’ve been wanting to try out. If your kids are anything like mine, they probably get bored of the typical turkey sandwich every day. Who can blame them! Healthy, quick, and filling are my top priorities when I’m packing a lunch. These three recipes have been consistent in our lunch rotation, so you know they’re good!
Read MoreEvery parent knows that a kid can tear through shoes like they’re NOTHING! Finding shoes that last for awhile can be tricky, especially when you factor in the cost. Back to school season is stressful enough, so buying a pair of poorly-made shoes that last one week isn’t part of the plan. I’ve compiled 10 pairs of shoes for your little one that would be perfect for this season of life. Plus, they’re durable so you won’t be running out to grab a new pair next week!
Read MoreTraveling with your little one can be stressful, no matter how many times you’ve been through it! Everything can be going smoothly, then, next thing you know there’s a diaper blowout, crying, and everything feels like it’s going wrong at once. Trust me, I’ve been there! That’s where the baby car kit comes in. Having all your essentials within reach can make those inconveniently timed events sooo much easier and you’ll be back on the road in no time. Come along with me and let’s build a baby car kit!
Read MoreOver the past year of eating lunch at home rather than grabbing a prepackaged meal showed us all just how much plastic and paper waste we can be saving! With Aimery going back to school, it’s time to start whipping up lunches for him to take along. Although this year, my goal is to create lunches that are good for my son and the earth!
Read MoreI’ll be honest when I say that packing a lunch box is not my favorite task. Some days, I can’t figure out what to pack, so it feels like it takes me ten years to throw something together! Then, on the other days, I pack it and end up forgetting it in the refrigerator - oops!
Read MoreGrowing up, I was always the kid that got so excited to get the fresh pencils, notebooks, and markers. Searching for and finding the perfect backpack made the beginning of the school year feel that much more special, so I plan to continue that feeling for Aims. If you and your little one are on the hunt for the perfect 2021 school year bag, look no further! Check out these trendy kids backpacks for 2021 below.
Read MoreAfter having both of my kids, I noticed a big change in my skin. I found that postpartum, my skin was more itchy, dry, and sensitive than ever before. When you’re postpartum, your hormones decide to have a field day and are constantly all over the place. This can affect hair texture and thickness, mood, skin texture, weight, and so much more. While I can’t tackle all of these changes at once, I decided to start with my biggest issue: my skin.
Read MoreThis year, Aimery is going to private school. This means that we have to update his whole wardrobe to fit within the dress code! The dress code is fairly typical, with collared shirts, Henley shirts, hooded shirts and sweatshirts, all pants except for blue jeans, and no logos. Luckily, the Old Navy Back to School Sale is on now, so I’m stocking up for the year!
Read MoreHappy Amazon Prime Day! I look forward to Prime Day all year long - and there’s some great deals this year! Linking a bunch of favorites that we have at home and that are also in my Amazon cart below.
Read MoreMay is National Mental Health Awareness month. Instead of just encouraging others to seek help this month, I’ve decided to put together a list of a variety of resources and links that take you directly to wherever you need to go. Sometimes, finding reliable websites can be tricky. This list makes it easier than ever to find a helping hand. The 2021 Mental Health Awareness theme is “You Are Not Alone”, so remember to reach out, find a safe space, and talk about what you’re going through because you never know who else is struggling, too.
Read MoreIt’s time for another Adlavie must have’s post! The first six months was an absolute blur with the lack of sleep and establishing new routines, but I’m happy to report that our family has found a new routine. I wrote about Adlavie’s newborn favorites for months 0-3 in this post, and you all found it really helpful! Over the last three months we have really found our tried and true products for Adlavie that makes our life easier with two kids. That being said, never feel like you need all of these things for your baby. All your baby really needs is you (and a few diapers 😉) Keep reading for our 3-6 month favorites!
Read MoreThe spring cleaning bug bit me recently. I love the feeling of a fresh home, so I’ve been busy cleaning and redecorating. Aimery’s room was in need of a serious update, so what better time to refresh his space! He’s getting to be older and he loves his independence, so I want to be able to create a space that he feels comfortable and confident in. There are both affordable and pricey changes that can be made to refresh a space, so any budget can come along on this journey! Keep reading to see how we refreshed Aimery’s room this spring.
Read MoreNow that I’m a mom of two, I feel like I’ve been around the block when it comes to new momma and baby must-haves. It seems like I’ve researched every baby product there is to offer! I recently tried out these new products for new mom and baby that I wanted to share, they would make great gifts for any new mom! I even used some of these my first time around with Aimery. Keep reading for 7 great products for the new mom.
Read MoreHi Friends! I am loving having a girl to dress. There are so many cute clothes and I can’t handle all the ruffles and bubble overalls, OMG. Ben did a complete baby fashion show today on stories with all of her spring/summer clothes so I wanted to link below! She’s currently 18 pounds and fits the 6-12 month size perfectly!
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