With the weather finally getting to be more summer like, our backyard is in full use again, and today I wanted to share our favorite things to do and toys we use on repeat outdoors. We aim to fill these warmer months with lots of "white space" on the calendar to enjoy the outdoors and love spending time on our deck, in our yard and in the cul de sac. I am trying to give my kiddos the space for lots of unstructured, free play too. It does wonders for the kiddos to be outside in the fresh air, Read More
A Sports Themed Party for Bryce’s 4th Birthday
Still in disbelief that Bryce is 4 years old now... As I get ready to prep for Blake's 1st birthday (what?!), I realized I still wanted to share a few photos from Bryce's 4th birthday party last month! Man, time really does fly by. Anyways, we held his party at our local park district, where they did a sports theme and had the kiddos play games in the gym, do obstacle course races, sports, etc. then did birthday cake and snacks in a party room. The park district provided all the Read More
GoSili Giveaway: Reusable Silicone Tableware
Did you know that in one year, 100 billion disposable cups go to land fills and 200+ billion plastic straws are thrown away worldwide? It's pretty crazy to think about waste on such a large level like that. As an alternative, silicone is safer than plastic, non toxic and made to last. We use a number of silicone products in our house to reduce our waste, including a few kids products from a great company called GoSili. Read below for more info and a fun giveaway... About GoSili® Traverse Read More
Our Minimalist Bedroom: Tips to Rest Easy
When it comes time to sleep at the end of the day, I want to be sure I am retreating to a peaceful place where I can get a good night's rest. I find that when I get quality sleep, I have more energy, mental sharpness and patience with my kiddos too. If you want to rest easy and sleep well, you need to create the right atmosphere in your bedroom, right? Keeping it simple, light, and free of clutter will bring a sense a calm and space. A spacious bedroom creates a sense of peace and beauty. Our Read More
Pediped Shoes Giveaway!
When it comes to footwear for the boys, I love pediped. They are not only designed for healthy development of children's feet, but also have flex foot technology, which allows you to adjust the fit of the shoe. We have used them from baby to big kid (see my previous posts here and here) and they have held up really well. Their designs are really cute and fun, and they are vegan and machine washable! About pediped: Exceptional quality, unsurpassed comfort, and distinctive styling have made Read More
Getting Izzy Spring Ready: Our Dog’s Care Checklist
This shop has been compensated by Collective Bias, Inc. and its advertiser. All opinions are mine alone. #NudgesDogTreats #CollectiveBias Stop by Sam’s Club and grab some Nudges dog treats for your furry family sidekick! Click on the image below to shop now! Every spring, we celebrate Izzy's "gotcha day," or the day we rescued her from the shelter. I remember looking at the shelter's website every day, seeing the new dogs that were being added. The moment I saw Izzy's photo (at Read More
Stuck on You Giveaway!
I am a sucker for personalized items when it comes to my kids. Whether it's my son's preschool backpack or a pair of PJs, I love to add their name or initials to it for a personal touch. (And personalized items are the best for gifts too!) I get a lot of these said items from Stuck On You (case in point.) Read below for a fun giveaway from Stuck On You... About Stuck On You: Australia based Stuck On You was founded by a mom of three boys and is available in more than 15 countries. Read More
Everlane’s Japanese and Italian GoWeave Pieces {A Review}
It's no secret that I am a big Everlane fan. Their pieces are high quality, and ethically made. One of my favorite lines that they offer are their GoWeave styles. The obsession first started a couple years ago when I ordered a pair of their Japanese GoWeave track shorts (see them styled here). Since then, they have added several more pieces- from tops to bottoms and dresses, and I am a big fan. I got the opportunity to review a few of their newer pieces and style some looks for you: Left Read More
