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3 Uses for Dr. Bronner’s Soap

March 17, 2017 by Lisa Leave a Comment

One of my all-time favorite products is Dr. Bronner’s Pure- Castile Soap. It comes in many scents but I use lavender, my favorite, most of the time. Dr. Bronner’s is a company with a mission of environmental and social responsibility. These soaps are certified organic and 100% biodegradable. They’re also made in the U.S.A. Dr. Bronner’s comes in both bar and a concentrated liquid form. The best feature of Dr. Bronner’s liquid soap is that it has SO MANY uses! The label on the bottle says “18 in 1 Hemp Lavender”. It has at least that many uses.

These are my top 3 favorite uses for Dr. Bronner’s Pure -Castile soap:

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A Mover’s Guide to Decluttering

March 15, 2017 by Christina Leave a Comment

Packing and figuring out what to do with everything I’ve been hoarding the past 4 years is such a pain. The fiancé and I have been moving for what feels like an eternity! It’s been weeks of decluttering and packing! We’ve lived together in our 620 square foot apartment for 4 years, how can we have this much stuff??

My advice to anyone moving – start packing early and start decluttering even earlier. I was so excited to declutter because I thought it would take some of the stress out of moving. The more you get rid of the less you’ll have to physically move and the less “crap” you’ll have to unpack when you get there. Remember that same feeling of “what the heck do I do with this?” before the move is the same after the move.

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St. Patrick’s Day Wind Blower

March 13, 2017 by Meagan 5 Comments

Doing crafts is always a fun way to connect with children. Crafting, building, drawing and painting brings out their creative side while they learn to explore and challenge their inner artist. Drawing a circle or a cloud helps develop their fine motor skills. Something as simple as waiting for paint to dry teaches them [Read more…]

Top 5 Podcasts You Need To Listen To!

March 8, 2017 by Christina Leave a Comment

I have been listening to podcasts for years and they’re one of my favorite media platforms. The best thing about podcasts is that I can listen while driving, at the gym, getting ready for work, and even while cleaning. I listen to them all the time!

I’m always surprised when friends and family don’t know much about them. Even though they’re still a budding media, there are so many out there. I started with the Nerdist podcast (more on that below), and then I stumbled upon one about one of my favorite shows, Once Upon a Time.

If you’re unfamiliar with podcasts you can listen to them on Soundcloud and BeyondPod for Andriod and Podcasts/iTunes for apple.

Below are my top 5 favorite Podcasts:

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Diaper Bag Essentials

March 6, 2017 by Meagan Leave a Comment

Finding the perfect diaper bag can be tricky. Knowing what to put in the diaper bag is even trickier, especially for a new mom. When I started my search I knew that I wanted a bag that looked a little more modern woman and less traditional mom. I’m a little embarrassed to admit that [Read more…]

Free Your Creativity

March 3, 2017 by Lisa Leave a Comment

Creativity is about bringing forth the new. It is the search for better ways of living and being and doing. Creativity isn’t about the kind of job we have, it’s about the kind of life we live. It’s about the life we build.

We are all creative beings. Sometimes, though, we need help being creative. Here are some techniques to help unlock your creativity and invite new ideas into your life:

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Pumpkin and Peanut Butter Dog Biscuits

February 23, 2017 by Meagan Leave a Comment

In honor of National Dog Biscuit Day, I’ve put together a quick little recipe your furry pooch is sure to love. It’s made from ingredients you probably already have in your pantry! One of the main ingredients, pumpkin, is loaded with fiber and beta-carotene which not only helps aid digestion but can also ease tummy troubles for your furry friend. Enjoy! [Read more…]

Pumping Essentials for Every New Mother

February 20, 2017 by Meagan Leave a Comment

Breastfeeding your child is a true gift that we, as women, are blessed to have. It can be a tough road to navigate in the beginning for many new mothers.

In a recent post I shared my own nursing struggles, check out My Breastfeeding Journey.

There are so many questions, physical and emotional changes, more questions, and DECISIONS! The decisions are endless! And now your decisions will not only affect you, but also your little bundle of joy. As they grow, so will the decisions that we make as their mother. Like my mom always says, “Little kids, little problems. Big kids, big problems!”

One of the first decisions we make as new moms is [Read more…]

My Breastfeeding Journey

February 15, 2017 by Meagan 2 Comments

My breastfeeding journey (like many first-time moms) began long before my little J was born.

It began with a question we all ask ourselves (and get asked by many). Breastfeed or bottle-feed? For me, I always knew I wanted to breastfeed. While I know that there are plenty of mothers who want nothing to do with it, I think breastfeeding is a challenge most moms are up for. Either way, it is a choice we are blessed to have.

What I didn’t know was what an emotional roller coaster I was in for. [Read more…]

Be Your Own Valentine – 6 Gifts to Treat Yourself

February 10, 2017 by Christina Leave a Comment

What better way to celebrate Valentine’s Day than to be your own Valentine?

The Hallmark holiday might be well known for its emphasis on coupledom but that doesn’t mean you can’t spread the love to everyone – especially yourself. Whatever you might be planning – a night out with the other half, friends, or even a night in with the kids – you can still treat or [Read more…]

Chocolate Covered Pretzels- Valentine’s Day Treat Bags

February 6, 2017 by Meagan Leave a Comment

Love is in the air as Valentine’s Day quickly approaches. This fun and flirty holiday is the perfect time to hone your inner creative skills with an easy DIY project. These Chocolate Covered Pretzels are a perfect Valentine’s Day treat for anyone who loves the sweet and saltiness of Chocolate Covered Pretzels. It’s as easy as melt, dip, and bag! They can be gifted to your husband, wife, nieces, nephews, or even your favorite neighbor!

These Chocolate Covered Pretzels also make a festive work place treat to leave in the break room. This is also a fun treat to make with your kids. They can hand them out to friends in place of those old traditional Valentine’s Day cards that just end up in the trash! No matter whose hands or mouths they end up in [Read more…]

DIY Valentine’s Day Gift Wreath

January 27, 2017 by Christina 8 Comments

Valentine’s Day is just a few weeks away, and I’ve come up with a cute way to decorate and give someone special a gift. Valentine’s Day isn’t just for couples – it’s about friends and family too. So if you’re thinking of giving your best friend, daughter, sister, or significant other something special, I’ve got the perfect thing. [Read more…]

DIY Valentine’s Day Footprint Cards

January 23, 2017 by Meagan 2 Comments

DIY Valentine’s Day Footprint Cards are a meaningful holiday card for any parent, relative, or friend. They’re also fun to create! Even for young babies, finger painting is a great sensory development tool that allows baby to feel and experiment with colors, which helps develop creativity and thinking skills.

Valentine’s Day is the perfect holiday for you and your child to explore your creative sides with some homemade colorful greeting cards

The Valentine’s Day Footprint Cards that I’ve created below is [Read more…]

3 Uses for Dr. Bronner’s Soap

These are my top 3 favorite uses for Dr. Bronner’s Pure -Castile soap:

A Mover’s Guide to Decluttering

St. Patrick’s Day Wind Blower

Top 5 Podcasts You Need To Listen To!

Below are my top 5 favorite Podcasts:

Diaper Bag Essentials

Free Your Creativity

Pumpkin and Peanut Butter Dog Biscuits

Pumping Essentials for Every New Mother

My Breastfeeding Journey

Be Your Own Valentine – 6 Gifts to Treat Yourself

Chocolate Covered Pretzels- Valentine’s Day Treat Bags

DIY Valentine’s Day Gift Wreath

DIY Valentine’s Day Footprint Cards

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