This review and giveaway was made possible by iConnect: Influencer Management and Pampers. I received product free of charge, but all opinions are 100% mine. I easily lost the weight with baby #1. I was younger, more active, and losing the weight was priority. Then four and half years later baby #2 came. It was much more difficult. In fact, I've lost and gained the last three years and it's been hard. He turned three this summer and I do not have an excuse any longer. I need to stay … [Read more...]
Online Safety Tips for Your Kids
My daughter started 2nd grade last week. It's amazing how fast time has gone by. My daughter is 7 going on 14 - or that's what it seems most days. She loves her Kindle, her iPad, and now she carries around an old smart phone of mine. I haven't given her a cell plan; she asks quite frequently but 7 seems too young. Did you know most kids get their first phone between the ages of 8-12? This fall she'll be turning 8 and I won't be surprised if she asks for a smart phone of her own. We've been … [Read more...]
Easing Back into the School Schedule
This is a sponsored post with Follett. All opinions are mine alone. School started for my Princess this week. She is in 2nd grade now. My goodness, where has the time gone? It is amazing to me how quickly our summer break went by. It is even more amazing to think that my daughter is already in second grade. It goes by fast, doesn't it parents? School might already be in session, but for some families, finding and getting into a routine can be tricky. After a summer spent with later … [Read more...]
How Mothers and Daughters Can Win the Battle of Weight and Self Esteem
When you look in the mirror, what do you see? For most of us, it’s not the accomplished woman you’ve become, but the fat girl you used to be. Sadly, we pass on our childhood struggles with weight and body image to our own daughters keeping them—and us—trapped and unable to engage confidently in school, at work and with loved ones. Here are seven ways to break that cycle. For good. There’s no better role model for your daughter than you. Are you constantly denigrating your body (or … [Read more...]
How to Give Kids the Right Money Mindset
There’s more to life than money, right? Of course. And you want your kids to understand this, just as you want to them to be smart about money and learn to budget and spend wisely. But wouldn’t you also like to help give them a chance to have an abundant financial life in the future, one where they won’t find themselves feeling stuck or frustrated or lacking? Well, even if you don’t have a penny to pass on to them, you can. Because you do have the power to pass on a set of core … [Read more...]
Parenting Advice for the 21st Century!
This is a sponsored post. All opinions are mine. Parents, are you looking for an easy and efficient way to stay on top of your kiddos’ health needs this summer and beyond? Kinsights offers a unique online community for parents that makes getting great parenting advice easier and smarter. Whether you need tips on fun outdoor family activities, insight on the best sunscreens for your little ones to use at the beach, or ideas for a “fun in the sun” birthday party, Kinsights is a must-have … [Read more...]
5 Ways to Help a Scared Child (at night)
Last night I woke up five times with my children. Three times were for my three year old, who I finally let crawl into bed with me. Two times were with my seven year old; I thought we'd be passed this stage by now. Both were afraid of something absurd (to me, but not to them). Truthfully, I was tired, stressed, and angry and I didn't handle these situations well at all. Things like, "You're not a baby", "Can't you just close your eyes?", and "I'm so frustrated!" came out of my mouth in an … [Read more...]
