I believe that being mindful of when a wellness reset is necessary is important, whether it happens in January or anytime during the year! Especially with working from home more and having a newborn, this year is so important for me to focus on my overall wellness. Keep reading for 3 ways I am resetting my wellness routine!
Read MoreIt’s been quite an adjustment going from one to two kids! Every time we leave the house, I’m always triple checking to make sure I have everything for both of them, as well as myself. Having a diaper bag with everything all ready to go has alleviated so much stress and made family outings so much easier! I compiled a complete list of everything we’ve found helpful when putting together our diaper bag, keep reading for my ultimate diaper bag checklist!
Read MoreIf you’ve been following along with our little family for a while, you know by now that Aimery and I absolutely love “cheffing it up” in the kitchen together. We are always searching for new recipes to try out and enjoy together. I swear Aimery loves scrolling through Pinterest recipes just as much as I do!
Read MoreI cannot believe it’s been 3 months since I had our baby girl, Adlavie! If you follow along on my instagram, then you know I’ve been talking openly about the struggles that come along with postpartum. My body took 40 weeks to bring life, yet I always expect myself to turn back to my pre-pregnancy state so quickly! I want to encourage all of you more than anything to give yourself grace in it all. Our bodies have led us through the greatest of things, so let’s try to forgive them a little more. Keep reading for 5 tips for whenever you (and your doctor) decide it’s best to start working out postpartum!
Read MoreThis last year taught me that self care isn’t selfish, and taking necessary steps for myself only allows me to show up better as a mother and an individual. A few little adjustments have made the biggest difference in my life, but the key is they need to be sustainable! Keep reading for 4 self care tips for 2021!
Read MoreBen and I love creating new cocktails together, it’s something that I missed while pregnant! This holiday season, we have been working to create the perfect holiday cocktail, and I love the way this one turned out. If you like a unique cocktail with a kick of spice, this one is for you. Warning: this cocktail is not for the weak! Keep reading for our Hot Honey Holiday Cocktail recipe!
Read MoreEveryone 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!
Read MoreAs 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.
Read MoreI love finding new recipes during the holidays to bring to small family get togethers and holiday parties! Are you also looking for an easy, yummy appetizer idea for this year? We love making these Jalapeño Poppers made with just four ingredients! Keep reading for this quick recipe!
Read MoreThis is my second time around that I’ve been exclusive pumping. I have found that pumping works best for both me and my babies as it allows me to have the freedom to pump on the go and while at work! I also love being able to have Ben involved in feeding times so there isn’t so much pressure on me. Today I’m sharing 10 things that I use everyday while exclusive pumping. Keep reading for my pumping mom must haves!
Read MoreLooking for a unique spin on the traditional pigs in a blanket? This recipe brings you everything you love about jalapeno poppers with the great taste of hot dogs and crescent rolls - YUM! This recipe makes for an easy homegate appetizer. Keep reading for this simple recipe with just 5 ingredients!
Read MoreI 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!
Read MoreLooking 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!
Read MoreWith the last year being so focused on baby girl’s arrival and spending quality time with Aimery, Ben and I have lost sight of the importance of spending time with each other. Ben and I have made the decision to make date nights more of a priority as we transition to being a family of four. Our love language is definitely the same: quality time!
Read MoreOne 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!
Read MoreIt’s baby month! With baby girl’s arrival quickly approaching, we’ve been doing our best to get ahead on shopping and preparing for gift giving this holiday season. Aimery is back in school and is loving every minute he spends there, he comes home telling Ben and I all about how much fun he’s having every day! It’s honestly so cute hearing him talk about his friends and teachers with so much love and respect at such a young age. Since we’ve been actively getting ready for the holidays so early, Aims has been such a big help. The other day, Aimery came home from school asking if we could put together small gift baskets for his teachers for the holidays and I just couldn’t say no! With everything going on in our crazy world right now and teachers putting their lives at risk to educate our kids, I feel like we should be doing all that we can to show how appreciative we are of them and what they’re doing for our kids. Keep reading to see what we’re putting in these holiday baskets and how Softsoap is helping us bring them to life!
Read MoreOver the last year, our family has adapted to a new normal and we have spent so much more quality time together as a family. I’ve found so much comfort in self care, spending time with my family, and snuggling up with Dimples. Dimples joined our family last year and he has brought so much joy to our lives! He couldn’t have joined our family at a better time, since he kept us so active during our time at home for daily walks and play time! I don’t think dogs realize how much they change their human’s lives. They always say “Who rescued who?” and I honestly find myself asking that question all the time.
Read MoreI’m excited to share the first gift guide in our holiday series, gift ideas for kids ages 3-5! Everything listed are things that Aimery plays with on an everyday basis, or will be getting for Christmas this year. Keep reading for 20 great gift ideas!
Read MoreFall gets me so excited because it means pumpkin patches, leaves changing colors, chilly bonfires, and spending time with the people I love most. Our family loves spending time outside on our deck together, so I’ve been trying to find ways to spice up the space for the new season. Keep reading for four tips on how freshening up your outdoor areas can totally transform the look of your space for the fall season!
Read MoreThis past week we made these Pecan Pie Bites for our friendsgiving, and they were a HUGE hit! With only 6 ingredients and less then 30 minutes of cook time, this dessert is a must have for any holiday gathering this year! Whether you are hosting a friendsgiving, having dinner with immediate family, or heading to a holiday party - these pie bites are a crowd pleaser that everyone will love. Keep reading for the recipe!
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