There’s nothing quite like those newborn days. They somehow simultaneously go by in a blur while also being over in the blink of an eye. For some parents, it can be hard to feel a connection to this new little being you’ve brought into the world. Especially if you’re struggling with lack of sleep, or […]
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20 family fall bucket list ideas
Fall is officially here–does it feel like it where you are? The days have definitely started feeling cooler and we’re just waiting for the leaves to change colors. I’m sad about summer ending and I’m trying to work up the motivation for fall decor and baking. If you need some fall inspiration too, grab a […]
nature-inspired baby names
Naming babies is tough work. Especially when you’ve had six girls in a row like we did. Mike and I tend to like names that sound more classic and timeless. However, we also don’t like names that are too popular so we try to look for those names that are more rare. Today I’m sharing […]
California Looks to Restrict Flavored Medicine for Children
As a mom to seven children age 13 and under it’s important that everyone in our household is as healthy as possible. Especially since I don’t want anyone to miss out on our family adventures! That means getting enough sleep, eating the right food, staying active, and taking medicine when we need to. However, sometimes […]
20 summer staycation ideas
I don’t know about you, but my kids are halfway through their summer break already. They start school on August 9th and I’m more than slightly bitter about it. I’m one of those parents who loves summer break. In fact, one of the thing I miss about homeschooling the most is the “relaxed” schedule and […]