My six weeks of unpaid maternity leave was about to be up and I was headed back to work. I was going to be away from my son for 9+ hours a day. I couldn't even think about leaving my baby without sobbing! I was desperate. I was that mom, that mom that was up late at night googling, "how can a s

Calling all Fashionistas! SASSY - FIERCE - TOTAL STUD MUFFIN When you shop at a small business, an actual person gets validation that their hard work is paying off! Boutique owners hand pick what goes into their shop! So, guaranteed when you make a purchase - they're doin' a little HAPPY

Your Father passes away and you think you can turn to your Step Mom. What do you do when you have family members that turn on you? When they try to act like you were the only problem? When you’re learning how to grieve and trying to accept the fact your father is gone but your Step Mom won’

I'm always looking for fun activities for my kiddos and I to do together! I came across SPLASHANDSMASH on Instagram and we are obsessed with all of her ideas, so we had to share! here are 5 messy play ideas from splashandmash We recommend all activities to be monitored by an Adult 1. free t

Before you become a parent you have all these “ideas” and “plans” on how you are going to parent one day. “My child will never play with pretend weapons!” -takes his nurf gun EVERYWHERE- has to ‘shoot’ his food before he can eat [insert mouth gun noises]- PEW PEW! “My child will never wear a

My Mama Woman with the biggest heart on this planet My cheerleader Rocket to my Power Now that I am a Mama, I ask myself all the time how did she do it! My Mom has 3 biological children but so many people call her Mom. Growing up I remember her just taking care of everybody! No matter who you

The links in this post contain affiliate links and I will receive a small commission if you make a purchase after clicking on my link. Please see our PRIVACY POLICY and DISCLOSURE Did I say toddler, I meant a Rabid Dog! Brushing my sons teeth is my least favorite thing about parenting so far. G

I like to call it the aftermath of pregnancy. The delivery, the recovery, the indescribable hormones that are racing through your body and the expectation to bounce right back mentally and physically. For nine months you’ve been building up to this point. Mama now what do I do?  My first born

Arizona or Utah? Utah or Arizona? What about Seattle? Colorado? What about Arizona? Did you even read that madness? I would have skipped over it! Tyson and I have lived in 3 states-MULTIPLE TIMES since we started dating in 2013. OH BOY, has it been a wild ride deciding where we want to live. I

Barefoot Parenting Chances are high when you hear barefoot parenting your first thoughts are...  a bunch of hippies breastfeeding their babies with their shoes off... am I right?  I feel like this a new term that needs some positive light shed on it.  I’m Lindsey and my parenting style is “bare

What is one of the greatest things you can give your child? Self confidence! We have one obligation and that is to set our children up for success, to make them a productive member of society. Here are 30 things to say to your kids everyday that will boost their confidence! 1. You should be

Have you been looking for a Clothing Subscription Box for your kids only to be hesitant because you don't actually want to subscribe? Well, your wishes have been answered. This is Mac & Mia and it's not a subscription! customize your box How does it work? Visit Mac & Mia Take a 2 min styl

1. Everyone and their mom will give you advice. They will even start off with “I know you probably don’t want my advice but... “ 2. You will be wiping their a$$ forever! OK obviously I’m exaggerating! But no one talks about this! Why! Why is that! “My kid is potty trained!“ Yeah, but

ASKING ALL PARENTS!! Do you struggle in the month of December with buying your kids toys? My son is that kid at Target screaming to have a new toy every single time we go there! How do you get a two-year-old to understand that he has to wait for Christmas? He's in that stage where he unders

May 2015 Tyson and I were on our honeymoon- 3 months after our wedding. We were at Disneyland, you know the happiest place on earth! We were so excited to go on all of the rides and eat all the food that our bellies- and bank account would let us! Well, as soon as we got to the food stand, I go

So one of our favorite things to do as a little family outing is go to our local Kid to Kid! I was raised on hand me downs and this is just hand me downs you pay for!! Well, this particular day I’m looking for track suits for Max and Madi for a little photo shoot. Well, if you’re a thrift shopp

One of our favorite ways to get out energy right before bed is to have a dance party! They can be classic where you turn on your fav. toons and dance your heart out or you can spice it up and make it themed! Max's Fav is LASER POINTER DANCING! This was first introduced to Max while my Aun

When your kids get to the age where they're starting school - it's a REAL HARD adjustment. YOU- MOM I'M TALKING TO YOU! Our babies are STARTING SCHOOL! As hard as it is for us, think about our littles and their mind! This is a whole. NEW. WORLD! I have found going through the routine, walking with

When planning a Family Vacation - SO many things come in to play. Location -COST - if it's suitable for children or not! You may be a planner or a spontaneous vacationer, either way our main goal on vacation is to have a good time! Have you ever considered going on a family Cruise? Well, here you

"When i open up a book, it's like a whole new world Mama!" M.G.Noorda 1. Freeda the frog - Nadine Haruni The Gold Mom's Choice Award-winning Freeda the Frog™ Children's Book series focuses on awareness & acceptance of different types of family situations, as well as helping children cop

We've all heard it. You either love it or hate it: PUMPKIN SPICE SEASON! Every fan girls go to drink of the season, c'mon people! After PUMPKIN SPICE SEASON, it's PEPPERMINT MOCHA SEASON. Well, what about the OG of the tribe, HOT CHOCOLATE! Hot Chocolate has been there for you your ENTIRE LIF

The links in this post contain affiliate links and I will receive a small commission if you make a purchase after clicking on my link. Please see our PRIVACY POLICY and DISCLOSURE Have you heard of Imaginext? If you are a parent the chances are, YES! This is such a great interactive toy! Max

I’m sure most of you have heard the phrases.. 'if it's important you will find the time' 'It’s not about finding the time it’s about making the time!' 'Nobody is too busy it’s just a matter of priorities!' 'We all get the same 24 hours a day seven days a week, We make time for what we truly wan

It’s 1 PM on Monday afternoon and my husband walks in the door. My first thought was there’s something wrong. There’s no way he’s home at 1p.m. on a Monday. The first thing out of Tysons mouth was “you need to call your Mom.” “Mom......” “Sissy, Whitney passed away.”  . . I was so fortunat

It was June 2013. I was working for Skechers USA and they had an annual Store Manager Appreciation Conference in LA. I was so stoked to go! I had just turned 21 and I was so ready to have a good time! The first night they had a party, Las Vegas Nights! There was a live band, everyone was on the dan