Like many kids, my boys love to play with my iPad. They watch educational shows, play games, and most recently, they read and listen to stories. One of their favorite reading adventures is Luca Lashes! In our review of Luca Lashes, The Brown Eyed Boy with the Magic Eye Lashes, we discussed how this great … [Read more…]
In full disclosure, we have been provided with 2 tickets to the event as well as 2 tickets to giveaway in exchange for our honest opinion. If you are expecting a baby or have a newborn at home, then this is the event for you! The Mother of All Baby Showers will take place on … [Read more…]
My youngest son turned 3 in December so I knew it was time to move on to a big boy room. I also knew I was not going to try to have any more children. Even though I adore kids and would love a girl, I am happy and content with my family. I also … [Read more…]
ADHD, we have all heard those 4 letters. Whether it’s yourself, your child, your student or a friend, we all know someone who is impacted by ADHD. Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder affects individuals of all ages from preschoolers to college students to grandparents. Whether the person suffers from inattentive type, hyperactive type or both combined, … [Read more…]
In full disclosure, we were provided a copy of Raising a Talker in exchange for our honest opinion. An affiliate link is included. Let me begin with a strong recommendation for Raising a Talker by Renate Zangl, PhD as I sincerely wish I had it when I had my first child! As the mother of a … [Read more…]
As I sit in my bed, on the morning of my 36th birthday, I find myself reflecting on my life; the good, the bad, the beautiful, the ugly and everything in between. I find myself remembering those who are no longer here and being grateful for those who are. I find myself asking myself the … [Read more…]
Guilty Confession: I never thought I would be a mom. I certainly never thought I would enjoy being a mom. Yet, I always knew motherhood would be challenging and often times lonely. In the first few weeks after giving birth to my son, my husband and I were frequently up at 2am helping to soothe … [Read more…]
Congratulations! You’re a mom (or dad)! Being a parent is the most important job you will ever have. It is unbelievably rewarding, amazing and breathtaking, but it can also be exhausting, stressful and, at times, lonely! As a parent it is important to make connections with other moms or dads and continue to feel like … [Read more…]
Photo credit goes to Darlene Puzon at http://www.dpuzonphotography.net/ Please note: this picture is not an accurate depiction of Tummy Time. In fact, it is not recommended to have a baby sleeping on its stomach which is why Tummy Time was introduced. This was a peaceful photo taken by a photographer while my daughter was supervised. … [Read more…]
When you have your first child, the love you feel is like nothing you have ever experienced in your life. How can one little being complete you so much? How can something so tiny own that much of your heart? So when you find out you’re having a second, you have to wonder, How do … [Read more…]