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  • Family LifeBloggingMom Life

    Rebranding and Moving: New Blog Will Be Better Than Ever!

    by Ivy B July 15, 2016
    July 15, 2016

     Dear Readers, I’ve been MIA for a while and I’m ready to share some news with you. When I was last actively blogging, I was preparing for the arrival of …

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  • Baby

    Seventh Generation Healthy Baby Home Party

    by Ivy B May 18, 2016
    May 18, 2016

    Dealing with health issues and learning that my body doesn’t methylate toxins well, I’ve learned that it’s important for me to reduce the toxic load in my home.  Over the …

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  • Education

    Kids Academy Math Games App Review

    by Ivy B May 9, 2016
    May 9, 2016

    Kids Academy Releases #1 Math Games: Singapore Maths App for Android and Updates iOS Version of Math Games App for Kids in Preschool & Kindergarten. Kids Academy is a well-known …

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  • Homemaking

    Reduce Waste with Yummi Pouch Cloth Snack Bags – Review

    by Ivy B February 3, 2016
    February 3, 2016

    I received a 3 pack of adorable Yummi Pouch Cloth Snack Bags for test and review purposes.  I love these adorable little snack bags and can really appreciate waste reduction. …

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  • Parenting TipsFamily Life

    No Work Life Balance for SAHMs

    by Ivy B January 31, 2016
    January 31, 2016

     Most days, there’s no balance at all.Talk about work/life balance seems to flood social media, business discussions, and blog posts.  At one time, I was in a position where I …

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  • Breastfeeding

    Momzelle Suzy Nursing/Breastfeeding Dress Review

    by Ivy B January 27, 2016
    January 27, 2016

    Despite not wanting to breastfeed again, little man decided it was exactly what he wanted to do.  And, it appears we’re in it for the long haul. Because I wasn’t sure …

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  • Family Life

    Great New Year Resolutions to Make Now

    by Ivy B January 17, 2016
    January 17, 2016

    It’s a little late for New Year resolutions right?  Well, that’s what I do … I never think about the things I want to change in the new year, until …

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  • Parenting Tips

    How to Be More Careful About Offering Parenting Advice

    by Ivy B December 13, 2015
    December 13, 2015

    I’ve spent a good deal of time considering how to write this post.  I could have posted it from so many angles.  I began a long post blasting people for …

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  • Education

    Build STEM Skills During Bath Time with BathBlocks

    by Ivy B November 18, 2015
    November 18, 2015

    My daughter has quite a few bath toys.  I’ve tried to keep the rubber duckies and other mold-harboring toys out of the bathroom.  I know I’ve failed a bit, but …

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    Instant Happy Journal by Karen Salmansohn: Review

    by Ivy B October 28, 2015
    October 28, 2015

    Find inspiration, gratitude, and joy in your day.  Check out my Instant Happy Journal review! Do you struggle to find happiness and joy in your day? I, personally, find it difficult …

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  • Entertainment

    Game Review: MATCH IT! – LISTEN & PLAY BINGO – ZOO #toys

    by Ivy B October 21, 2015
    October 21, 2015

    We’ve been playing games with the kiddo starting just before she turned 3.  I figured out early on that many games weren’t rated for kids so young, but we all …

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  • EducationParenting Tips

    4 Tools to Engage Early Writing and Artistic Interests

    by Ivy B October 18, 2015
    October 18, 2015

     Do you want your child to have an interest in writing and/or drawing?  It’s easy to foster or instill this interest at an early age with very little effort or …

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  • Health & Wellness

    Healthy Kids with Rainbow Light Power Sours Multivitamin #RainbowLight #momsmeet

    by Ivy B October 14, 2015
    October 14, 2015

    Over the last few years, I’ve learned quite a bit about health, having to deal with my own health issues.  We expect our bodies to take care of us, but …

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  • Breastfeeding

    SavvyBaby Grey Chevron Nursing Cover Review #savvybabynursingcover

    by Ivy B October 7, 2015
    October 7, 2015

    I recently posted about my breastfeeding fears and all the reasons I don’t want to try breastfeeding again, but I’ve come to the conclusion that since no one is home to …

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  • SAHMMom Life

    Being a Stay at Home Mom Is My Financial Contribution

    by Ivy B September 21, 2015
    September 21, 2015

     I’m certain I’m one of those stay at home moms you would hate.  I complain about my kids regularly, how I don’t have much time for myself, and how I …

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    Back to School Label Daddy Labels Review

    by Ivy B September 9, 2015
    September 9, 2015

    This is a sponsored post on behalf of Label Daddy.  All opinions expressed here are my own and are not swayed by this relationship. As we were gearing up for …

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  • School Aged Kids

    Sentimental on the First Day of Preschool

    by Ivy B September 7, 2015
    September 7, 2015

    It was the night before preschool and, while putting my daughter to bed, I experienced some emotions I hadn’t expected.  I’d spent weeks buying school supplies and researching lunch and …

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  • Pregnancy

    Review: Belly Support Bands for Active Moms #BellyBandsForActiveMoms

    by Ivy B September 2, 2015
    September 2, 2015

    One thing I hadn’t anticipated with this second pregnancy was back pain.  I don’t know if I should blame it on my age or the fact that I wasn’t more …

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  • Shopping

    Back to School with Sunsella Bento Style Plastic Lunch Boxes: Review

    by Ivy B August 26, 2015
    August 26, 2015

    The kiddo turned 4 today, and next week will be her first time in school.  It was important for me to find a way to reduce our waste while also …

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  • Blogging

    How to Get Blogging Review Opportunities

    by Ivy B August 17, 2015
    August 17, 2015

    Here are a few of my favorite places that offer opportunities to test and review products.  Some require you to complete blog reviews, some don’t.  If you like sharing your …

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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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