Thank you Pennsylvania Liquor Control Board for sponsoring this post. Learn more about how you can prevent underage drinking at KnowWhenKnowHow.org. Are Your Kids Ready to Talk About Underage Drinking? It seems that just yesterday I was writing about diapers and baby carriers, and now here I am discussing underage drinking and how to stress…
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3 Reasons to Skip “The Talk” About Underage Drinking
Thank you Pennsylvania Liquor Control Board for sponsoring this post. Learn more about how you can prevent underage drinking at KnowWhenKnowHow.org. As we’re all too well aware, babies don’t come with a handbook. Most of us learn well enough as well go, though, and we level up pretty quickly. Diapers, teething, head bumps – I…
Getting the Kids to Bed: Ways that Work (and Bedtime Book Giveaway)
These tips for getting your kids to bed was brought to you by Random House Children’s. All opinions are my own. #FallAsleepWithElephant As parents, our first experience with getting the kids to bed includes a lot of rocking, shushing, feeding and evil eyes to anyone who makes a noise in the house. It can feel tough at…
#LetsPowerTheirDreams: Choosing Sports for Kids
This is a sponsored post for SheSpeaks and P&G. All opinions on sports for kids are my own. #LetsPowerTheirDreams This has been a year of firsts for me and my boy. A few months ago, I bought edmonton oilers tickets and took him to see his first real game of ice hockey. I’ve always loved…
The One Thing Nobody Tells You About Potty Training
When it comes to toddlers, there are a few things you can count on. 1. That they will say the most inopportune thing possible whenever you’re in a packed elevator or public bathroom. 2. There is no good answer to the question, “Hey, Mommy! Guess what’s on my finger!” and 3. Potty training will be…
A Look at What New Moms Spend
This conversation about Mom’s spending habits was brought to you by zulily. When we made the decision to start a family, I knew that having a baby would cost a lot of money. But I also knew that I was pretty savvy with the coupons and whatnot. Haha…little did I know! The expenses just kept coming (not…
Want to Get Rid of Halloween Candy? Meet The Sugar Goblin
This post is part of a sponsored campaign for The Sugar Goblin. I received compensation for my participation, but my review and opinions are my own. My kids woke up in a tizzy this morning. Why? Because we had a visit from The Sugar Goblin, a new friend who is going to help us get rid…
Potty Learning Fun at our #PampersEasyUps Potty Party!
This potty learning post was sponsored by Pampers. All opinions are my own. I can’t believe it’s almost time! Time to pack away our cloth diapers, time to put away our diaper bag, time to stop keeping a stash of sposies in the car. Our 2-year-old is starting to learn how to use the potty!…
Why We Should Stop and Think About Our Support for Caitlyn Jenner
Throughout most of the 90s, I worked in a grocery store bakery. There was a regular customer who came in often, and I always marveled at how well-put-together she looked. She wore sky-high heels and lots of red, and her long, dark hair was always carefully curled. She was also very tall, with broad shoulders,…
Drop your pants for #Underwareness. Wait, what!? (with Starbucks giveaway)
Got kids? If so, how many times have you said, “Why didn’t anyone TELL me about this part of it?” I’m talking about the afterpains. The hair loss. The sad puppy that becomes part of your belly (and never really goes away.) I’m talking about the bladder leakage. (Don’t worry, no one is listening. It’s…
