SAHM, plus... | Parenting, marriage, and being more than mom

I’m terrible about making timely New Year Resolutions.  Honestly, I always make them after the new year.  And, it takes seeing everyone’s Facebook posts weeks (or months) later, boasting and lamenting about …

When I first started making a whole roasted chicken, it was because I was learning to eat a Paleo diet.  I now make a whole roasted chicken at least once …

Welcome to the ABCmouse.com Giveaway Hosted by: SAHM, plus… Over the years, we’ve had plenty of experience with ABCmouse.com® Early Learning Academy.  I first introduced it to my daughter when …

How we’re reinforcing Kindergarten education at home through ABCmouse.com.  ABCmouse is more than just a fun program for preschoolers. 2 years ago, my daughter was using ABCmouse.com® Early Learning Academy …

I’m realizing that I’m beginning to stress about the holidays.  Wishlists and the abundance of “celebrations” are a big source of stress for me this year.  I now have two children, …

What is Jet.com?  Well, I’ve been shopping with Jet.com for quite some time.  When I first started using it, I wasn’t as in love with it.  Over time, though, it’s …

When I was eight, someone gifted me a copy of Hans Christian Andersen’s “The Little Mermaid” because I loved the Disney version so much. This would be the equivalent of …

A big list of amazing backyard swing set options for backyards of any size.  You’re sure to find a swing set you and your kids will love. Still looking for …

All moms need time for themselves.  They need something special to do just for their enjoyment.  I always urge you to find that time… to be something more than mom. …

If you follow me on social media, you probably remember I recently mentioned taking a Mindful Parenting Class from Udemy.  The course gave some amazing reasons of why and how …

One of our favorite things to give our kids is the gift of travel.  An experience gift for kids is a fun way to cut down on giving physical gifts …

You’re most certainly going to love these non-toy gift ideas for toddlers and preschoolers! I’ve most certainly written about how much stuff we have in our home and wondered if I …

Caring for yourself, marriage, and babies are complicated tasks individually.  Put them all together, and you’re bound to be out of balance quite a bit.  As if marriages weren’t already …

I just posted about getting into the Christmas spirit with a roundup of ways to help you during the holiday season.  One of my favorite ways to get into the …

As a stay at mom of two, I can tell you, there are certain things I need.  Most of the time, I don’t even care about what I want.  But, I …

I’m not normally one to start getting into the Christmas spirit before Thanksgiving.  I used to be.  But, I got tired of seeing Christmas decorations popping up immediately after Halloween. …

I’ve mentioned, over the years, how important it is for mom to have some time for herself.  Sharing blurbs on social media and writing a few posts, I’ve been trying …

No, I didn’t create a mama’s boy by practicing babywearing!  It was the answer to a very high-need born mama’s boy. I wear my son almost everywhere.  Recently I was …

Hi, I’m Cristen, resident book addict and perpetually exhausted mother of two. This week I’m reviewing “The Tea Planter’s Wife” by Dinah Jefferies. I thoroughly enjoyed this novel, despite the …

If your child loves dinosaurs, you probably spend a good deal of time shopping for dinosaur stuff.  You’ll love these awesome things I’ve found for my own kids, who are …