Have you ever had a moment of relief so strong it completely replaced fear with calm? I had one of those moments when my OB-GYN hesitantly told me the pitocin wasn’t working. I still wasn’t dilating, and I would need an emergency C-section. She said it like she was ruining my day. In reality, she was saving my life and my sanity. Some of us don't dilate past one … [Read more...]
How to Wash Soccer Uniforms the RIGHT Way (Remove Lingering Sweat Odor Fast)
When youth soccer players are younger, washing soccer uniforms really doesn’t require many extra steps. Sure, there will be grass stains and dirt, but nothing a little Fels-Naptha and elbow grease can’t handle. Over the years I’ve tested a lot of methods for how to wash soccer uniforms that come home covered in mud and sweat. If you’re new to youth soccer, you might also want … [Read more...]
DIY Wet Wipes for Adults (Better Than Toilet Paper)
These wipes are for personal hygiene—not for cleaning surfaces. If you’re looking for disinfecting or household cleaning wipes, check out my homemade wipes recipes. Stomach viruses are the worst. I've written about staying hydrated and the items I keep in my sick kid prep list but I'm expanding on this topic, because odds are, if you come down with even a mild stomach bug or … [Read more...]
What to Put in a C-Section Gift Basket (Items Moms Actually Use)
Do you know someone who is desperately in need of a c-section gift basket? Many first-time moms who learn they need to have a cesarean find out while in the middle of labor. Chances are a basket or package with practical c-section gifts will help more than you know. She will have just undergone major surgery, may have a tender incision across her abdomen, and will feel … [Read more...]
20 Creative Ways to Use Peeps (You’ll Actually Want to Try)
I'm not going to lie. I am not a fan of snacking on Peeps! The sweetness is too much for even my Krispy Kreme Original Glazed donut-loving self. I always give serious side-eye to my friends as they pop Peep after Peep into their mouths each spring. Even my candy-loving kids are a hard pass on more than one Peep a year! The pastel colors and cute chicks and bunnies … [Read more...]