The Vaccination Debate: Why Vaccinating is So Important

vaccinating shouldn't be optional

eviFair warning: I’m about to get on my soapbox.   I’m sure you’ve heard all about the vaccination debate. But you know what? People are putting my children at risk because they are choosing to follow un-supported, poorly dispensed “advice” from people who are far from experts. These people choose to ignore the years of…

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Physique 57 Prenatal Workout Review

Physique 57 Prenatal Workout Review

EDITED: I WAS pregnant. I am now a mom trying to lose the baby weight. Go me! So. I’m pregnant. Surprise! Which means that I’ve had to modify just about everything over the last 3 months. With Smalls, I wasn’t nauseous, I felt awesome, but I didn’t exercise as much as I should. This time around,…

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Top 10 Thanksgiving Children’s Books

Do you need some ideas for Thanksgiving-themed books? Here are some that we love!

Can you believe that it’s NOVEMBER? That still just shocks me. I know it’s been a week, but goodness this year is flying! Maybe that’s just being a parent? In our house, November means a lot of pumpkins are baking, and we’re gearing up for Thanksgiving. And holidays mean books. We love books, and I’ve…

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How to Clean with Vinegar

How to Clean with White Vinegar

When I started my working on creating a healthier home and learning how to clean with vinegar. I was motivated to change the way we eat. Figured I’d give it 30 days and then we’d see. I was not expecting the amazing results that we all got. How to Clean with Vinegar Everyone is feeling…

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6 Frugal and Fun Indoor Activities For Kids

Kiwi Crate

I spent over 5 years living in a state where the weather rarely changes. Now that we’re in the midwest, I’m learning to love the change of season, and Fall is definitely upon us! With the temperatures vacillating between 50 and 80 degrees (and wreaking havoc on my sinuses in the process!), there are still…

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I’m THAT mom…

the day i became that mom

Today’s post weighs heavily on me, partially because it proves that I’m not perfect (HA!), but also because my child was the cause of someone else’s pain. I’m not a perfect parent, but I do try to teach Smalls empathy, kindness, and that revenge is best served cold (or not at all). Today, I’m THAT…

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Make Your Own Playdough Recipe | Building Brain Power (& Biceps)

make your own play dough

So. Today Smalls really wanted to play Playdough. Fine…except for one small problem: our homemade dough had completely dried out. Thankfully, I have an amazing salt dough recipe that is quick, easy, and will only cause minor burns on your hands while you knead it. A bonus? We got to do some kitchen fun, learn…

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7 Tips About Breastfeeding on a Raw Diet

7 Tips About Breastfeeding on a Raw Diet

Happy Monday, everyone! I hope you had a good weekend. So. I received a question (thanks for asking!!) about breastfeeding on a raw diet. As I’m fairly new to eating raw, I’ll do my best to share what I’ve learned with you. 7 Tips About Breastfeeding on a Raw Diet These tips might also apply…

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My Starbucks bites. | A day in my life.

Does Starbucks ever get your order wrong? I get you.

I’m not perfect (shocking, isn’t it?). At least, not all the time. Oh, wait. I should probably ask how your day is going before I start to rant. How are you today? Good? Great. Moving on. I’m not-so-great. In fact, I’m convinced that everyone at my local Starbucks needs some serious training. Like, back to…

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An Open Letter To Solicitors & Delivery Truck Drivers

to delivery truck drivers and solicitors

Apparently Fed Ex is not the only company who hires people who aren’t ‘all there’. Yesterday, a solicitor knocked on my door. After the previous incidents (read about them HERE and HERE) I now have a VERY large ‘No Soliciting‘ sign positioned at eye-level right next to (and above!) my doorbell, in case you were…

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