It's that time of year again...time for back-to-school shopping! Whether you love it or hate it, I think we can all agree that it's more fun to shop when you find great deals. Shopping for clothes, shoes, and supplies can really add up, especially if you have more than one kid in school. As a mom of three, including twins, I know the struggle, which is why I'm excited to introduce you to Ibotta, a … [Read more...]
JCPenney Optical Back to School Sale – Kids Glasses Just $39.99!
Love it or hate it, back-to-school season is here! As you begin to shop for new clothes, shoes, and school supplies, don't forget to add contact lenses and glasses to your list! You can save time and score amazing deals on all of your fashion and eyewear needs at JCPenney, your one-stop shop for back-to-school savings! This post is sponsored by JCPenney Optical. All opinions are my … [Read more...]
Stress-Free Tips for Buying a Used Car at CarMax
Besides buying a home, buying a car has to be the most stressful purchase ever. Just the thought of going to a dealership to look at a car gives me anxiety. The moment you step foot on the lot, you have pushy salesmen hounding you, desperately trying to get you in a vehicle. You can pretty much count on not getting out of there for at least two hours. It's no fun! Amiright?! I partnered with … [Read more...]
Easy Low-Carb Sausage Egg & Cheese Casserole
This Low-Carb Sausage Egg Casserole is perfect for feeding a crowd or making ahead for busy mornings. Featuring fresh veggies, cheddar cheese, and Open Nature® Chicken Apple Sausage and Cage Free Brown Eggs, it's full of flavor and easy to prepare! Read on to get the full recipe below. I partnered with Safeway to bring you this post. Breakfast is the easiest meal of the day, but it can also … [Read more...]
Better-For-You Gummy Vitamins for the Whole Family
Living a healthy lifestyle is important to my entire family. We make it a point to eat healthy, exercise, get plenty of sleep, and practice self-care. I'll be honest though...summer is much harder for us to stay on track. While we tend to be more active, we don’t eat as healthy as we should and we forget to take our vitamins. This summer, however, we are working hard to stay on track with … [Read more...]
20 Fun Outdoor Activities for Kids
I received free product and compensation from Claritin® to write this post. All opinions are my own. It's finally starting to feel like summer around here! The days have been sunny and warm, which means we've been spending a lot of time outdoors. Between sports, yard work, gardening, and walking the dog, we've been spending at least 1-2 hours outside each day. This makes me happy -- … [Read more...]
10 Camping Hacks You’ll Wish You Knew Sooner
Growing up, camping was one of my favorite things to do in the summer, and now that I am a parent, it's one of my favorite things to do with my kids. It's something we look forward to every summer. Not only is it a great way to get away from the busyness of weekly life, it's also a lot of fun! If you're planning on taking a camping a trip this summer, make sure you check out these camping … [Read more...]
How to Choose the Right Car Seat for Your Child
Choosing a car seat for your child is one of the most important things you can do. You want to make sure your child is safe for the entire time that he or she is in the car. You also want to make sure that your child is comfortable. Lack of comfort can lead to an unhappy child and this is the last thing you want, especially on a long road trip. At the end of the day, some of the choice … [Read more...]
20 Minutes of Spring Project – Get Outside to Help the BGCA
I received free product and compensation from Claritin® to write this post. All opinions are my own. Spring is officially here and we couldn't be more excited! After being cooped up all winter, it's so nice to be able to get outside and enjoy nature. While the weather has been unpredictable so far this season, we have had some really nice days that have been perfect for playing outside, working … [Read more...]
Teaching Kids Self-Care with Ivory
Sometimes I wonder if we expect too much from our kids these days. From school, to sports, to relationships, we push them to do more, to be better, to strive for perfection. This isn't necessarily a bad thing...I mean, we don't want our kids to be lazy, right? We want them to do well and be successful in life, but it's also important that we allow our kids to be kids -- to have fun and not stress … [Read more...]