We’ve talked before on this site about how to protect yourself during the hot weather, but what aboutyour summer garden? If we’re brutally honest, we all know that hot summers will be more common, not moreminor, and we’re going to have to learn to live with them. Thankfully we can prepare and react toextremely hot […]
8 Steps to Help Prepare for Retirement
You’re not going to have kids at home forever. Eventually, they’ll leave the house and you’ll finally have a chance to sit back and relax. Whether this comes before or during retirement depends on the age of everyone in the house and the state of your finances. If you plan on retiring, it’s never too […]
Insider Tips for Visiting Dutch Wonderland
Thank you to Dutch Wonderland for hosting us so I could share these insider tips to visiting Dutch Wonderland with you! I grew up going to Dutch Wonderland from a young age, and it’s been such a thrill over the past several years to visit with my own kids. Many of the rides and attractions […]
The Layover Book Club Discussion
Thank you to Carrie for bringing this month’s The Layover Book Club Discussion! Follow her on Instagram for more great book recs and reviews! I was recently perusing my Goodreads ‘READ’ books list for 2021 and counted 18 romance novels among the 42 books I’ve read so far this year … and yes, I’m bragging. […]
Pool Day Prep: What to Pack for Your Baby
When the weather gets warm, swimming is an excellent idea for a fun family activity. While you get to enjoy quality time with your baby, your little one will love to explore the sights and sounds of their backyard pool or community swimming center. If you are planning on traveling to a pool for the […]
8 Fun and Healthy Activities You Can Do As a Family
Staying healthy is just as important for parents as it is for their children, but finding ways to motivate everyone can be challenging. It’s not easy to get the entire family involved when it comes to taking care of their physical and mental wellbeing. Luckily, there are a few things you can do to make […]
Helping Moms to Cope After After a Difficult Birth
Giving birth can be a difficult experience and, while fewer than 2 in 1000 babies will experience trauma at birth, many moms are left feeling emotionally and physically drained after delivery, with some sustaining injuries and lasting psychological damage. It is so important to help moms cope after a difficult birth. Most injuries caused to the baby […]
Malibu Rising Book Club Discussion
The heat is on! And not just outside with these near-100 degree temps. This month’s book is topping the charts as summer’s hit novel. Read on for the scoop on what Carrie and I thought and share your thoughts on these Malibu Rising book club discussion questions–it’s a juicy book to unpack! Malibu Rising Book […]
3 Decisions That Will Dramatically Lower Your Home Insurance Premiums
Home insurance is an essential expense for anyone that owns a property, even when buying your first home. Not only can this insurance protect your pocket from catastrophic disasters, but it will also payout in the event of a home break-in and a few other unfortunate instances. Some policies even cover the homeowners from personal […]
6 Essentials to Your Baby’s Development
Having a baby is probably the most stressful thing you’ll ever do. You’ll have countless sleepless nights wondering whether they’re okay, you’ll be watching their every move, and worrying whenever you’re not around. This is all perfectly natural because you love them, but how can you give yourself a little peace of mind that you’re […]
