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  • BreastfeedingBabyParenting Tips

    How My Breastfeeding Success Makes Me Feel Guilty

    by Ivy B October 24, 2016
    October 24, 2016

    I’m nearly 11 months into breastfeeding.  I spent a good deal of my 2nd pregnancy on the fence about breastfeeding.  When I was pregnant with my first, there was no doubt …

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    7 Favorite Pumpkin Crafts and Activities

    by Ivy B October 18, 2016
    October 18, 2016

    Do you love Pumpkins?  It’s one of my favorite parts of fall … pumpkin everything.  I love this season, when the weather begins to cool (at least for Thanksgiving) in Florida, …

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  • BloggingMom Life

    7 Important Plug-Ins for a New Wordpress Blog

    by Ivy B October 17, 2016
    October 17, 2016

    As you may know, I re-branded my site.  It was a complete re-branding, right down to my blogging platform.  For those of you that don’t know, I used to write …

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  • Family Life

    7 Ways My Roomba is Like Another Baby

    by Ivy B October 10, 2016
    October 10, 2016

    I received an iRobot Roomba about 3 years ago for the first Christmas in our new 2 story house.  I’d lamented to my husband that I was going to be …

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  • Natural BirthPregnancy

    Natural Childbirth Does Not Include an Epidural

    by Ivy B October 3, 2016
    October 3, 2016

    I’m just going to come out and say it.  You probably won’t like my opinion, but if you had an epidural, you did not have a natural childbirth.  Having read some …

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  • Health & Wellness

    Sneaking Child Vitamins YOU Approve Of #megafoodies

    by Ivy B October 1, 2016
    October 1, 2016

    Are you a parent trying to make sense of choosing the right vitamins for your child?   Parenting is difficult these days as we try to do what’s right for …

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  • BabyParenting Tips

    Parenting My Last Baby, Thoughts Before Toddlerhood

    by Ivy B September 30, 2016
    September 30, 2016

    When I think about parenting my last baby, I’m overwhelmed with a variety of emotions and some conflicting thoughts.  My son is soon to become a toddler.  It’s right around …

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  • TravelFamily Travel in Florida

    How to Handle Disney World with a Toddler or Preschooler

    by Ivy B September 29, 2016
    September 29, 2016

    Whether you’re doing this on your own or with your spouse, you’ll need these sanity-saving tips for going to Disney World with a Toddler or Preschooler The family took a …

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  • BloggingMom Life

    Blogging Help to Boost Your Blog’s Performance

    by Ivy B September 24, 2016
    September 24, 2016

    In a few weeks, I’m going to post my first blogging tips piece since I’ve re-branded.  I’m really excited about the changes that have come with this new site.  And, …

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  • Family LifeGiveawaysParenting Tips

    Parenting Stress, Hylands Stress Challenge + Giveaway

    by Ivy B September 20, 2016
    September 20, 2016

    *Disclaimer: This post is sponsored by Hyland’s.  I will receive a couple items for my children, but I will not be monetarily compensated for this post.  All opinions expressed here …

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  • BreastfeedingBabyParenting TipsShopping

    Top 5 Funny Breastfed Infant Bodysuits

    by Ivy B September 18, 2016
    September 18, 2016

    Are you shopping for funny breastfed infant bodysuits?  If you’re breastfeeding and have a sense of humor, you’ll love these infant bodysuits. Where are my breastfeeders at?  After struggling with breastfeeding …

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  • Family Life

    Welcome Fall Roundup 2016

    by Ivy B September 15, 2016
    September 15, 2016

    Who’s ready for Fall?  I’m so ready to welcome Fall.  It’s the one time a year in Florida when we can look forward to a break from the miserable heat. …

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  • Breastfeeding

    Breastfeeding Comfort for Fall with Momzelle {Plus Giveaway}

    by Ivy B September 14, 2016
    September 14, 2016

    I have been provided a free top from Momzelle Breastfeeding Apparel in exchange for my review.  All opinions expressed here are my own.   We don’t get much, but cooler …

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    Time to Feed Baby Solids? + Orchard Fruit Medley Oatmeal with Gerber Lil Bits

    by Ivy B September 8, 2016
    September 8, 2016

    Baby B is 9 months now and has been crawling for quite a while.  Its adorable, but exhausting chasing around a little guy that wants to get into everything.  He’s also …

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  • HomemakingAdvice for New Moms

    Housekeeping Schedule New Moms Can Live With

    by Ivy B September 5, 2016
    September 5, 2016

    Do you remember when you thought it was a bright idea to stay at home with your bundle of joy?  You were going to be an amazing mom, the house …

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  • Travel

    Magic Kingdom is an Infant Friendly Theme Park

    by Ivy B August 29, 2016
    August 29, 2016

    At the end of summer, hubby decided to take the family on a day-trip to Disney World.  It had been a little over a year since we’d taken our daughter, …

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  • Encouragement for MomsMom Life

    Dear Mommy, Take Care of Yourself

    by Ivy B August 22, 2016
    August 22, 2016

    It doesn’t matter how many children you have, you need to take care of yourself.  Moms experience burnout.  I know this because I have and do on the regular.  I preach …

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  • Family LifeEducationParenting Tips

    My Little Girl is Going to Be a Science Nerd

    by Ivy B August 15, 2016
    August 15, 2016

    I’m pretty sure my daughter is going to be a science nerd. A couple years ago, I attended a monthly preschool program with S at our local museum of science …

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  • BabyParenting Tips

    Awww, baby’s growing up fast

    by Ivy B August 12, 2016
    August 12, 2016

    My 5 month old not only has the ability to put herself to sleep in her crib, but seems to prefer it over being rocked. I know I should be …

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  • Family LifeParenting Tips

    Our Summer and Return to Blogging

    by Ivy B July 25, 2016
    July 25, 2016

    I want to start by saying it’s SOOOO good to be back at blogging. I would like to fill you in on what we’ve been working on this summer and …

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Hi, I'm Ivy!

You can expect to find parenting, marriage, travel, and review posts.

I'm a wife and stay at home mom to 2 amazing (high-need) kids. I spend my days trying to figure out how to do this parenting thing and still get everything done. But, I'm more than just a mom.  I'm here to share my secrets for women who are looking for ways to give time to themselves, their husbands, and their kids.  Click here to learn more about SAHM, plus...

Author of How to Conquer Your Family's Schedule: A Stay at Home Mom's Guide to (Almost) Getting it All Done

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