The irony of my position on this topic is not lost on me. I was a kid who never cleaned my room or helped with the dishes. When I babysat, I didn't pick up toys or probably even clear the table unless ... [Read More]

Pregnancy > Parenthood
Celebrating the upcoming arrival of a new bundle of joy is always a happy occasion, but what about when it’s not mom-to-be’s first rodeo? Well, then it’s time to celebrate with a Baby Sprinkle! Everyone is familiar with Baby Showers, Baby Sprinkles are newer to the scene. These intimate gatherings have become increasingly popular for… Keep Reading
Some of us have family Christmas traditions passed down from generations before, and others of us are looking to create new traditions of our own. Either way, I think we can all agree that we would like to create special memories with our children that they can carry on. As a first time mama, it… Keep Reading
It’s Christmas time and many Elf scouts are arriving at their new homes! We have made this list of over 100 fun girl and boy Elf on the Shelf names to help you decide what your new family member will be called. Our family has had a ton of fun with our Elf on the… Keep Reading

The irony of my position on this topic is not lost on me. I was a kid who never cleaned my room or helped with the dishes. When I babysat, I didn't pick up toys or probably even clear the table unless ... [Read More]

Some friends and I hosted a very casual 3rd baby shower for Heather last weekend. The theme was eco-geeky which was meant to encourage guests to bring gifts of their gently used gear, but ... [Read More]

Home birth can be a lovely option if you choose it and have the right support team -- and upholstery cleaner in place -- but that's not what I want for myself. After my first labor and delivery, I ... [Read More]

My friend Jen was smart, funny, and full of energy. She died on Wednesday after a long, adventurous, and courageous bout with cancer. I'm not telling you this to ruin your day, but because I ... [Read More]

As promised, a few more "Moms on Bikes" pictures for cycling enthusiasts. To see me and Heather (6 months pregnant) on our cruisers, go back to this post. Our friend Rachel on her due date in ... [Read More]

I love sleep. I love swaddles. But I can't tell if this Woombie contraption is the best of both worlds or the worst? Help a nearly-born-again rookie mom out! There's a video on woombie.com if ... [Read More]