Would the holiday season really feel like the holidays without a hot cocoa board? 😆 Keep reading for my hot cocoa recipe + tips to creating your own board!
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Advent calendars have been so trendy the past few years. Brands from every niche are making their own versions to celebrate the holidays. You can find an advent calendar for almost everything, honestly! A Hot Sauce calendar? Yup! A Friends themed calendar? Mhm! And wine or beer filled calendar? You got it! They’re so fun for the kids and parents alike, so I’m grabbing a few to spread the joy a little further! Can’t decide which one to get this year? Here’s some inspo!
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Every single year, the conversation with Mom goes the same way. I ask what’s on her holiday wish list and she tells me that she doesn’t need anything. Sound familiar? I thought so! Check Mom or your Mother-in-Law off your holiday shopping list with this gift guide!
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It smells like Thanksgiving is upon us, or maybe that’s the chicken nuggets and french fries I smell… LOL As a mom of two, I’ve been down that “picky eater” road a few times! They can love a certain food one day, then want nothing to do with it the next! If your kids are anything like mine, they might not touch any of the home-cooked meals you’ve spent hours making, especially on Thanksgiving. Over the years, I’ve learned how to navigate Thanksgiving dinner with a picky-eater, picking up a few tips and tricks along the way. Keep reading down for my go-to game plan:
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A holiday dedicated to spending time with close friends and all of my favorite foods? Say less! Thanksgiving is always an amazing time, don’t get me wrong - but Friendsgiving is one of those traditions that I’ll cherish with my friends forever. Being a busy mom, it can be hard to find time to catch up with old friends. Friendsgiving is the best way to get everyone together again, and the perfect time to chat about the old, embarrassing memories while chowing down!
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From taking care of diaper blowouts to cleaning spit-up covered shirts, a new mom’s day is anything but easy. That’s why this season, we’re giving mama gifts that make her life just a bit easier! If you have a mom-to-be or new mom in your life, check out these gift essentials. She’ll be thanking you forever because once she has them, she won’t know how she ever lived without them!
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The holiday bells are ringing, so it’s time to get shopping! This age group can seem difficult to shop for, but they don’t have to be. From trendy fashion pieces to unique new toys, you do not have to stress this season about gifts for for 5-7 year olds. Check out these fun options below!
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Some will say that a 1 year old is easy to shop for during the holidays because they’ll enjoy anything shiny and colorful. Others knows that they can be the hardest to shop for! Whatever side of the debate you’re on, I’ve got you covered this season. Check out this 1 year old gift guide!
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If you’ve ever struggled with getting a gift for the guys in your life - you are not alone! In fact, I think everyone has felt this at least once every holiday season 😅. I’ve been shopping early, so I already picked up a few things for those “hard to shop for” guys in my life. If you need some shopping inspo, keeping reading!
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The craziness of the holidays has officially begun! Although, I can’t say it ever really ended 🤪. Everyone is saying that we should be shopping extra early this year, but if you’re not sure know where to start, that can be a little hard to do! If you’re putting off shopping for the women in your life because they’re hard to shop for, no worries - I’ve got you covered.
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The Target Deal Days are on! If you are looking to start holiday shopping - start today since the sale ends tonight! Target also started their holiday price match guarantee which means they’ll match the price if it goes lower between now and until 12/24. Some are calling these deals “Early Black Friday”, so don’t wait! What will you be snagging during the Deal Days? Let me know in the comments!
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To all the bug killing, home diy-ing, couch sleeping, bad joke making, wonderful dads in our lives: Happy Father’s Day! Where would we be without them! This year, Father’s Day deserves to be spent making dad feel like a king. Even if it’s last minute, you can still snatch up the perfect gift. If you’re not sure where to start, check out my top ten favorite options for dad in 2021! Keep reading to find out what made the list.
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We are already in the middle of June, somehow! That means Father’s Day is coming faster than we know it. This will be Ben’s first Father’s Day being a dad of two! Being a mom has turned me into a big softie, so I’m sure this day is going to make me cry so many happy tears.
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Do you also feel like Mother’s Day snuck up on you this year? I’m normally very on top of both Mother’s Day and Father’s Day - but all holidays seem to be coming up quicker then expected this year with a new baby in the house. A few weeks ago on Instagram stories we did a quick poll for what you moms really want for Mother’s Day, and we had some surprising results. The strong majority of you expect both gifts and acts of service for Mother’s day this year, and over 50% of you were shopping for both yourself and your mom! Keep reading for some last minute gifts and feel free to share this link with your hubby, as well 😉
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When you ask Ben and Aimery what their favorite dessert is, they will quickly answer cookies! Over the last year, Aimery and I have really enjoyed baking together, even if there’s a broken mixer along the way - oops! We made these Easter M&M cookies this afternoon and had a dance party, which is our definition of a perfect day. Sharing our recipe below, inspired by Joanna Gaines herself!
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Everyone deserves to be spoiled over the holidays, including our pets! With the holidays coming up so quickly, I’ve started gathering a list of gift ideas for everyone in our family, including Dimples. Aimery loves his best friend Dimples so much and has insisted on getting him his own stocking this year! I couldn’t say no, because Dimples is such a huge part of our family and he deserves to also feel special this year. I’ve put together a last minute ultimate gift guide for any dog during the holiday season! Ranging in price and purpose, these gifts can all be found on Amazon and are perfect for your favorite furry family member. Keep reading for my top 10 gift ideas for dogs and dog lovers below!
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As we enter into our first holiday season as a family of four, it’s important that we start new family traditions and include Adlavie in the ones we have done for years! One of my favorite family traditions that we do every year is our annual holiday movie night. Every year, we deck the house out in our favorite Christmas decorations, put on our comfiest pajamas, set up a snack table, and simply just enjoy quality time together as a family.
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I always have the hardest time shopping for my husband because he has such a wide variety of interests, and always seems to buy whatever he needs when the holidays are approaching! I prefer to gift him with a bunch of small things that I know he will love and not buy for himself for Christmas every year. I found five unique gift ideas for the men in your life, whether you are shopping for your partner, brother, dad, or FIL! Keep reading for my top stocking stuffer gift ideas!
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Looking for some gift ideas for the girl who seems to have everything? I compiled a short list of gifts that would make great stocking stuffers for the women in your life! I’m planning on gifting these to my girlfriends, sister, mom, and MIL this holiday season. Keep reading for my top five stocking stuffer gift ideas!
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One of my favorite parts of Thanksgiving is when everyone around the table says what they’re thankful for, while everyone is enjoying all of the delicious Thanksgiving treats. We are all huge turkey fans and always look forward to the morning after Thanksgiving because that means we get to enjoy our leftover turkey and waffles breakfast! We decided to try out this recipe this year after our Friendsgiving, and it was such a fun family cooking experience. This recipe is super simple and is made with Better Than Bouillon Turkey Base!
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