Do you have a set of house rules? If not, they can be a valuable part of any home. Similar to a family mission statement, family rules are designed to clearly describe the expectations in your home, but in a more detailed way. Family house rules don't have to be complicated, and you don't need to … [Read more...]
Simple & Creative Random Acts of Kindness You Can Do For Little or No Money!
February 15, 2018 by
*This is a sponsored conversation written by me on behalf of Pampers at Sam's Club. The opinions and text are all mine. So often, we get so caught up in what we have going on in our lives that we don’t even take the time to notice what might be going around us. Life is so busy, there are always a … [Read more...]
Simple & Creative Easter Basket Ideas For Kids That Aren’t Candy!
February 7, 2018 by
Easter is right around the corner, and it is one of my favorite holidays. Traditionally, Easter is a time when there are plenty of candy and sweet treats to go around, but you might be looking for some Easter basket ideas for your kids that don't include the typical candy options yet are still fun. … [Read more...]
How to Make Simple DIY Easter Baskets For Kids In 5 Minutes!
February 3, 2018 by
Easter is such a fun time of year. Spring is in the air, people often get dressed in special outfits, and it is also a day to spend with the ones you love in many cases. But, how can you make Easter extra special for your kids? Make them the cutest diy Easter basket ever, of course! This is one of … [Read more...]
5 Powerful Tips For Busy Women Who Want to Make Healthy Choices
February 2, 2018 by
*This is a sponsored post, written by me, on behalf of Henry Ford Health System. This is the time of the year, it seems, when the focus is on being healthy more than any other time. Maintaining a healthy lifestyle is not only important for our physical, mental, and emotional well-being in the here … [Read more...]
How You Can Fight the Spread of Flu Germs in Your Home (From a Mom of 9!)
January 26, 2018 by
The flu is everywhere these days. I’m not really sure if this year is any more serious than any other year, but I can say that it sure seems that way - at least around me. Let's talk flu prevention. While I am not a doctor or even a health professional, I am a mom of nine who has had to learn a … [Read more...]
How to Talk To Your Teen About Drugs & Alcohol
January 22, 2018 by
This is a sponsored post written by me on behalf of National Institute on Drug Abuse for IZEA. All opinions are 100% mine. As parents, there are so many things we face on a daily basis that are downright scary, aren’t there? These things can be overwhelming, even paralyzing if we let … [Read more...]
Here’s How You Can Be Armed & Ready For the Winter Season This Year
January 19, 2018 by
I received free product and compensation from hydraSense® to write this post. All opinions are my own. Disclosure: Please note that I am not a medically trained professional. I have provided an overview of what has worked for my family but please consult with a professional for any … [Read more...]
20 Housecleaning Hacks For People Who Don’t Have Time To Clean
January 15, 2018 by
Cleaning is so hard for busy people. I know this first hand. With 10 people in my house I know how quickly things can get dirty, and every minute counts. Looking to get some serious cleaning done? Enter your email below to subscribe to my cleaning cheat sheet and get cleaning tips delivered … [Read more...]
10 Ways to Jumpstart Your Fitness Motivation!
January 12, 2018 by
Summer is right around the corner, are you ready? Do you have your fitness motivation kicked into high gear? Sure, maybe your wardrobe, your summer schedule, and even your vacation plans are ready to go, but is your fitness routine? If you're looking to jazz up your running or even your … [Read more...]
5 Simple Steps to Avoid Meltdowns In Public
January 10, 2018 by
*This post was sponsored, and paid for, by Walmart. All opinions are my own. If there is one thing I’ve learned in nearly 17 years of being a parent to eight children, it’s that it pays to be prepared. While you never quite know what you need to be prepared for, the lack of preparedness is the … [Read more...]
8 Diet Tips You Can Actually Follow (with free email challenge!)
January 8, 2018 by
Are you looking for some diet tips that aren't impossible to meet? So often diets are filled with strict regiments, routines, and meal plans, but you can still maintain a healthy lifestyle without all that stress. If you really want to make 2018 count, make sure to join our free new year … [Read more...]
10 Cleaning Hacks You Want to Know
January 2, 2018 by
With such a bustling family, I have had to learn countless cleaning tips and tricks over the years for who knows what reason. Just yesterday I was repeatedly having to wash the ceramic tile in my bathroom after my son left a bottle of shampoo tipped on its side. After a few hours, I'm sure you can … [Read more...]
5 Simple Truths to Smart Money Management
December 29, 2017 by
This post was sponsored, and paid for, by SunTrust. All opinions are my own. As someone who has lived a money saving lifestyle and now lives debt-free, I have learned a lot about money management. Not all of it has been easy, but the things I’ve learned have brought me to where I am now. Using … [Read more...]
10 Reasons You Might NOT Be Accomplishing Your Goals
December 22, 2017 by
Goals. While setting goals is generally a good thing, setting goals can also be a bad thing if we are doing things that set us up for failure. I don’t know about you, but when I set goals only to fall short nearly right out of the gate, it is so discouraging. Discouragement is just not something I … [Read more...]
