Who is in need of some last minute Mother's Day gift ideas? We're not sure about you, but Mother's Day seems to have snuck up on us this year! Actually, we can't believe we're already in May! Finding the perfect Mother's Day gift is no easy task. We want to let Mom know how thankful we are for all that she does for us. Here are a few Mother's Day gift ideas. For the … [Read more...]
What This Mom Wants For Mother’s Day
What this mom wants for Mother's Day is actually really simple. Disclaimer - I am part of the Hallmark Blogger Panel. I receive special perks and access to exclusive content for my partnership. As always, all thoughts and opinions expressed on this blog are my own. I could say that I would like breakfast in bed, but I actually do not like the idea of eating in bed and … [Read more...]
Oh Baby! A Mom’s Self-Care Survival Guide for the First Year & GIVEAWAY
Disclaimer - I received Oh Baby! A Mom's Self-Care Survival Guide for the First Year for the purpose of writing a review. All thoughts and opinions are my own. Oh Baby! A Mom's Self-Care Survival Guide for the First Year by Maria Lianos-Carbone is a refreshing book, and one that moms will be able to relate to. While there are many books and resources available regarding … [Read more...]
Coundown for Gilmore girls: A Year in the Life! #StreamTeam
Gilmore girls: A Year in the Life is just days away, and we are so excited! The Gilmore Girls has been a longtime favourite of mine. What girl in my vintage doesn't remember anticipating each new episode and getting a glimpse into the lives of Lorelai and Rory? I always loved the relationship Lorelai and Rory had. It was certainly very different from the mother/daughter … [Read more...]
Sweet Gifts for Mom this Mother’s Day #LoveHallmarkCA #NoOrdinaryCard
When I was a new Mom, Mother's Day was a day I looked forward to. Finally, I'd be able to experience this rite of passage as my own Mom did. Growing up, I remember my brothers and I making Mom breakfast in bed, giving her handmade cards and crafts that we made in school. We also used our hard-earned allowance to buy her what we thought were treasures. To her they were … [Read more...]
My Kid Makes Me Cry
It's true. My kid makes me cry. Oh, usually I cry because she tests me. She's a very stubborn hard-headed frustrating "spirited" child at times. Many people would not believe me unless they've seen her in action. From an outsider's perspective, she seems so sweet and quiet. Most of the time, people who don't know her think she's mute. We get the "Oh, [insert Little … [Read more...]
What is a Farm Mom?
The following post is written by contributor, Jill from Crooked Lake Farm. Jill shares stories of the real side of farming and life on a farm. To read more, follow her on her blog and engage with her on Twitter. What is a farm mom? Often she wears many hats. Some farm moms work off the farm, some are very hands on, and others are not so much hands on with the farm work, but … [Read more...]
Things Nobody Tells You About Pregnancy #HemoclinComfortKit
There are so many things that nobody tells you about when it comes to pregnancy and childbirth. I knew about the joys felt when you can feel that first flutter, and how my heart would be so full when I heard baby's heartbeat for the first time or saw baby's first ultrasound. Nothing anyone could have said would have ever prepared me for what was to come. Sure, I read … [Read more...]
Letters to Baby #letterstobaby #PGmom
I remember the day we found out we were expecting. Everything seemed so surreal. I was in such disbelief (in a good way) that by the end of the week I had taken thirteen pregnancy tests! The idea of growing a life inside of me was something that seemed so magical to me. I wrote letters to my baby while I was pregnant. I kept a journal of how I was feeling and about all … [Read more...]
A Special Hallmark Touch for Mother’s Day + A Giveaway #LoveHallmarkCA
A drawing lovingly made by my little one or some Spring flowers picked just for me really do make the most special Mother's Day gifts. Really, gifts from the heart, especially handmade from my daughter are what I cherish the most. This said, I've always appreciated a thoughtful Hallmark card. No, really! I've got a thing for Hallmark cards! I collect them. I keep them … [Read more...]
Pssst! Exciting News! #TheStorkIsComing!
I remember as a teenager thinking that there was a specific order that life events followed. First, we went to school, finished university, started a career, met someone, fell in love, got married, had babies, and lived happily ever after. I had a plan. I would be done university at 22, get married at 23 and have my first child at 24. I learned that my idea of how life … [Read more...]
Dear Mom
Dear Mom, I remember being in kindergarten and thinking I had the most beautiful mom ever. I didn't want you to drop me off at school and wished I could hold onto your hand forever. I'd keep trinkets that reminded me of you in my pockets, so when I missed you, I would feel close to you. The only thing I didn't like was when you'd sneak a spoonful of my Kraft Dinner … [Read more...]
The Myth About Multi-tasking
Guest post by Beth Richards As I write this, I’m wondering if I should call to cancel an appointment for tomorrow, whether my son will get all his homework done, and whether I’ll lose the pounds I put on recently. I’m also letting the sink fill with water to wash the dishes (got to remember to turn off the tap on time), and while I’m there I’ll just pop a piece of bread into … [Read more...]