As a new mom, I'm always trying to find the quickest way around everything. It's so secret that I hate cooking, so when it comes to kitchen time I try to minimize it the most I can. These few recipes have been my go-tos lately. Quick & tasty, but also not all that bad for … Continue reading favorite mom approved lunches
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Self Care as a New Mom
Some days are a lot harder than others. Some nights Lucia doesn't sleep.. such as the past two nights. This morning I actually found myself frustrated that she wouldn't go to sleep, which is silly because she's 2 months old and is awake for a reason. So I thought to myself, why am I feeling … Continue reading Self Care as a New Mom
Busy Mama Spring Cleaning
Before Lucia, I had all the time in the world to clean. I'm a weird one and I actually enjoy it too, so now that I don't have the time I use to have, I get this weird itch. Nesting helped a lot during pregnancy, I ended up purging half of my house. There was … Continue reading Busy Mama Spring Cleaning
5 Ways to Save Some Cash
As a new mom, I drink a lot of coffee. I've always been a lover of the bean, but now I need it to survive. Good ol' Dunks has been there from the beginning, but I have given my daily fix for an occasional one and given my Keurig a new purpose in life. Recently … Continue reading 5 Ways to Save Some Cash
Favorites of Amazon Prime
Having a new baby makes it hard to get out. Okay let's be real, I'm lazy and don't want to go to the store. But thanks to Amazon I don't have to. I definitely make a fair amount of purchases, but it also leads to a lot of browsing and some of these things have … Continue reading Favorites of Amazon Prime
Welcome to the world Lucia Grace
My little love bug surprised us with a sooner-than-expected entrance. As I am very thankful for a whole extra week with her --- here's our slightly comical, slightly frustrating, crazy, amazing birth. So while Justin is in the military and they work all hours of the day, luckily he had been able to come to … Continue reading Welcome to the world Lucia Grace
Learning to love My Pregnant Body
As someone who has struggled with self love, body image issues, and eating disorders, when I found out I was pregnant my first worry was about gaining weight. Of course, there are so many other things during pregnancy that you need to worry about, and gaining weight is suppose to happen... why should I be … Continue reading Learning to love My Pregnant Body
Blueberry Banana Bread
I've always been a fan of banana bread (thanks Mom), so when I stumbled across this recipe I couldn't control my excitement. So go, right now, to the store and get you some ingredients and enjoy this bread as much I as do! Preheat oven to 350. Butter bread pan and set aside. 1 3/4 … Continue reading Blueberry Banana Bread
DIY Entryway Bench
After much nagging to my wonderful husband, we finally have an entryway bench! I have been dreaming of one for a while now, especially with a baby arriving any time now. It is just so convenient to walk into the house and be able to either set bags, her car seat, or my booty on … Continue reading DIY Entryway Bench
Postpartum Capsule Wardrobe Inspiration
As my time as a pregnant girl comes to an end and this North Carolina weather shifts back to summer, I am finding myself running a little low on clothing options. I am currently living in two different pairs of sweat pants and stretching my maternity leggings to their last string, so it's time to … Continue reading Postpartum Capsule Wardrobe Inspiration
