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12/26/2024

This year I let my 3 year old help with our holiday cards. It was a fun activity for us to do together.

✨ I ordered cards from Canva. We didn’t have fancy pics to add to our cards this year so I just used a few of our favorites from throughout the year. Canva has a bunch of premade templates to choose from or you can create your own. I used a template. This was my first time ordering from Canva’s lab and I was pleasantly surprised. The quality was nice and they were a dollar a card (including envelopes, tax, and shipping!). 10/10 would recommend.

✨ Then I addressed all the cards. Updated any old addresses on my contact sheet.

✨ Finally, my toddler helped me stuff the cards in the envelopes, pick wax, and seal all of the cards closed.

Do you wax seal envelopes? You should! 😉

08/23/2024

Can you tell we read these a lot from the wear? 😂

3 of our most read books:
1) I will love you till the cows come home
2) Dinosaur parade
3) The foot book

Have you read these yet?

08/17/2024

I’m happy you are here friend!

08/11/2024

Am I missing anything? Let me know in the comments!

07/29/2024

Having a decluttered home is an important part of homemaking because it creates a peaceful and organized environment that reduces stress and makes daily life more manageable for the whole family.

The DIFFERENCE I saw in independent play with my toddler when I switched from a toy box to a Montessori inspired toy display was crazy. He played with toys that hadn’t been touched in MONTHS. But we have too many toys for them to alllll be on display all of the time. This is where toy rotations have been amazing for us.

Having less stuff also means less for me to clean up constantly. The time saved can then be used for something more fun, like our next outdoor adventure!

⭐️ Have you tried any of these ideas? Let me know in the comments!

PS: Did you know that clutter has also been linked to higher cortisol levels (aka stress hormone) in women? 🤯

07/14/2024

Some fun food-related conversations I’ve had with my toddler this month.

03/04/2024

I am so deeply heartbroken to share that our sweet bambino Charlie passed away this morning.

He was such an amazing, loving kitty and will be missed greatly.

RIP Charlie 💔

02/26/2024

If you are a parent that finds yourself stressing about being “perfect” all the time, re-read the quote.

You are doing amazing ❤️

02/11/2024

I honestly don’t know if this post is more for me or you 😅

We have been so busy lately preparing to move across the US (leaving next week!), that it has been easy to forget to slow down and focus on the little things.

My son turned 5 months old this month and it blows me away how fast time has been flying by. It has reminded me that it is ok to spend that extra minute for contact naps. It’s ok to sing pat-a-cake one more time. These moments won’t be here forever. And while singing pat-a-cake 500x a day might be annoying, it means the world to the learning toddler.

So, I guess this post is to remind me. But if you find yourself also needing that gentle reminder every now and then, I invite you to save this post.

02/05/2024

I feel this quote hard.

This is something I didn’t understand until I got pregnant with my first son. There are so many books and movies and articles and people who can tell you what you should and shouldn’t do in raising your child. The amount of input women receive before the child is even born is insane.

But here’s the thing, there is no one size fits all when it comes to parenting. Every child is unique and every parent-child relationship is unique. Because of this, every parent must decide for themselves what works best for them and their family.

If you are a parent and are feeling the weight of trying to do everything the “right” way, this is your reminder that you are doing amazing. ❤️

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01/23/2024

My resolution for 2024 is to practice mindfulness and start each day with a positive affirmation.

Mental health is something that is incredibly important to me. I truly believe that mental health has a profound impact on overall well-being. I want to be as healthy as possible so that I can be the best wife and mother I can be for my family.

To help with my resolution, I bought a box of 365 affirmations - one to read each day of the year - and I have been loving starting my days on a positive note.

⭐️ I’d love to know how you start your day on a positive note. Let me know in the comments!

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PS: I will post a link to these affirmation cards in my story and story highlights if you are interested

01/20/2024

I love this quote.

I think as parents we focus so much on our children and what they learn and how they grow. It’s easy to forget that we are also learning and growing each day along side them. It’s often mentioned how kids “grow up in the blink of an eye” yet the parents growth often goes unnoticed.

But the child is there watching. Every day. Waiting to see what we do next. Eager to learn. And what we show them and how they watch us grow impacts how they see the world. How powerful is that?

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01/13/2024

There are so many misconceptions surrounding gentle parenting. Let’s talk about that. 👇🏻

Gentle parenting often gets construed as parenting that allows the child to be in charge; having no discipline, consequences, or boundaries. This is far from accurate.

While it is true that gentle parenting moves away from punishment based parenting, it is incorrect to assume the child receives no repercussions for their behavior.

Instead, gentle parenting focuses on connections, getting to know the child and using the situation to teach a lesson. Individuals that use a gentle parenting approach understand that kids aren’t “bad” but don’t yet have the tools needed to regulate their emotions and therefore need guidance.

🙋🏼‍♀️ Do you follow a gentle parenting approach? Let me know in the comments!

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01/11/2024

Dear amazing parent,

Today might have been one of those days—full of unexpected twists, endless demands, and moments that tested your patience. But here you are, at the end of it, still standing strong.

In the midst of the chaos, remember this: You are doing an incredible job. The fact that you faced the challenges and pushed through speaks volumes about your strength and resilience. Every tear, every sigh, and every effort has not gone unnoticed.

Parenting is a journey filled with peaks and valleys, and today might have been a steep climb. But let’s celebrate your triumphs, no matter how small they may seem. You provided love, comfort, and support, even when faced with difficulties.

Take a moment to acknowledge your resilience, your unwavering love, and the beautiful messiness that comes with being a parent. Tomorrow is a new day, a fresh start, and another opportunity to create wonderful memories.

So, here’s to you—brave, strong, and full of love. You made it through a rough day, and that, my friend, is truly something to be proud of.

01/08/2024

I don’t know about you, but my house is usually full of some kind of beautiful chaos.

Just this morning while I was tending to my infant, my toddler dumped out ALL of his kitchen toys. I’m talking food, spoons, pots, pans, everything. It was a huge mess. But then he started to make “soup” and rushed over to me to “feed” his little brother. It was so precious.

Sometimes messes happen, but sometimes it is best to embrace it and see the beauty can present itself in the midst of it all.

01/07/2024

🌈 Validating your child’s emotions is a powerful way to nurture their emotional intelligence.

Create a nurturing space where your child feels heard and understood. Embracing their emotions lays the foundation for a resilient, emotionally intelligent future!

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Here’s the context 👇🏻 Rambulets = ambulance “I hear the rambulets! There’s a rambulets!” I thought he was saying “rainbow lights” but my husband cracked the code and ambulance made way more sense. Toddler confirmed that he was in deed saying ambulance. Green Man = Wellerman “I want to listen to the green man!” The Wellerman is such a fun song! We listen to a lot of Irish/Scottish music in our house. Tormato = Tornado “The tormato is breaking the house!” “We need to check on the tormato.” “Can I watch the tormato while I go poop on the potty?” He has been very concerned about the monthly tornado sirens since we moved here. I tried explaining them to him and why they do the sirens. He is now a little bit obsessed with tornados 🌪️ #momlife #toddlers #thingstoddlerssay #motherhood #momhumor #comedy #funny #toddlerlife #raisingboys #raisingtoddlers #parenting #realparenting #realparentingstories #realparentingmoments #parents #boymom

I don’t know about you… But I felt this. I’m not sure who said the original quote but it said this: “The majority of your relationship with your children will be when they are adults. But for a brief moment, you get to know them as kids.” I think sometimes we get so excited for the next phase with our kids that we forget to slow down and appreciate the current stage they are in. This quote was a good reminder for me and I wanted to share in case it helped you too! #motherhood #momlife #parenting #parenthood #slowliving #intentionalparenting #momsofinstagram

Why does this keep happening??? 😭 I always thought that parents were poor because of they buy lots of toys. Nope. It’s the amount of berries that kids go through! 😅 Let me know in the comments if you can relate! #motherhood #momlife #raisingboys #parents #parenting #toddlerlife #toddlerhood #blueberries #sahm #relatableparenting #momhumor #realmomlife #realmomstories #truemomlife #toddlers

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