This post is sponsored by Bounty the #QuickerPickerUpper in celebration of the release of Despicable Me 3. However, all thoughts and opinions are my own. Summer is in full swing. Hopefully yours hasn't been as soggy as ours. Afternoon thunderstorms are the norm here in Florida but the torrential downpours all day every day for weeks is wearing on me. We've visited the … [Read more...]
When your child is scared of the pool
This post was sponsored by SwimWays as part of an Influencer Activation for Influence Central and all opinions expressed in my post are my own. Being a parent comes with heart stopping moments that get burned into your memory. When my son was a toddler, he reached towards the swimming pool, lost his balance, and fell in. At the time, family members were scattered throughout … [Read more...]
How to overcome nipple confusion caused by a nipple shield
After nursing my first three babies with virtually no problems whatsoever, my fourth baby introduced me to the cruel, painful world of nipple confusion and cracked nipples. Herchel's post on how to overcome nipple confusion using a nipple shield reminded me of how my daughter's nipple confusion was caused by the shield! The good news is, nipple confusion doesn't have to be … [Read more...]
Make these Rocking Rocky Road Cheerio Balls!
You know how every time a storm comes through the kids get a little crazy? Are mine the only ones who seem to lose their minds when they are stuck inside the house for a couple of days?! The weather this week has trapped us at home for a couple of days. I didn't realize how much I rely on our time outside each day. I nearly lost my mind from the constant bickering. We did … [Read more...]
Why you need friends on the sidelines
Are your kids in youth sports? If so, then I bet you spend a lot of time on the sidelines. During the season, we are on the soccer field several days a week for practices and games. It's inconvenient at times, and I confess that I spend way too much time on my smartphone while the kids are running drills. But I love watching them play. This shop has been compensated by … [Read more...]