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  • Baby Sleep Tips

    6 Of The Most Important Baby Sleep Products

    by Ivy B March 21, 2024
    March 21, 2024

    Smart moms know baby sleep doesn’t come easily (usually).  We relied heavily on these baby sleep products to help everyone get a better night of sleep! There’s nothing better than …

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  • Advice for New Moms

    The Best Tips for New Moms

    by Ivy B March 4, 2024
    March 4, 2024

    Our comprehensive tips for new moms offers essential advice aimed at helping you to navigate the challenging, yet rewarding journey of the first year of motherhood. It blends practical advice …

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  • ToddlersParenting Tips

    5 Tips for Encouraging Your Toddler’s Independence

    by Ivy B February 17, 2024
    February 17, 2024

    You may find that while encouraging independence in toddlers, you deal with fewer toddler tantrums and help them build valuable skills.  In toddler parenting, that’s a win, win, win! I’ve …

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  • Encouragement for Moms

    Finding Joy in Motherhood & Embracing the Madness

    by Ivy B February 12, 2024
    February 12, 2024

    Feeling like you’re losing your mind dealing with the ups and downs of motherhood? I’ve been there and can tell you I haven’t always liked being a mom. Sometimes I …

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  • Baby Sleep Tips

    Witching Hour for Babies: Causes + Tips and Tricks Every Parent Should Know

    by Ivy B February 5, 2024
    February 5, 2024

    Unless your darling is the epitome of all things good in the world, you’ve likely experienced (or are currently experiencing) the dreaded witching hour for babies.  It sounds just as …

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  • Encouragement for Moms

    How to End Mommy Wars: Accept and Celebrate Differences

    by Ivy B February 5, 2024
    February 5, 2024

    Navigating the world of parenting can be challenging, and disagreements among mothers can sometimes feel divisive. No matter your stance on anything parenting, mommy wars seem to be rampant!  Here’s …

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  • Work at Home MomMom Life

    Working Mom Guilt is Real: How to Deal

    by Ivy B January 19, 2024
    January 19, 2024

    There are differences between working mom guilt and parenting guilt. And, YES, working mom guilt is real! Is working mom guilt the same as parenting guilt? Nope! Parenting guilt is more …

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  • SAHM

    15+ Funny Stay At Home Mom Memes

    by Ivy B January 19, 2024
    January 19, 2024

    As a stay at home mom, I know how much we can use a break and a good bit of laughter. Here are 17 stay at home mom memes I …

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    4 Natural Ways to Improve Fertility That Worked For Me

    by Ivy B January 16, 2024
    January 16, 2024

    You can improve fertility naturally.  Though there are some things you can do, increasing your chances of getting pregnant also has to do with knowledge.  These are my tips for …

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  • Encouragement for MomsMom Life

    Sometimes I Don’t Like Being a Mom: My Terrible Confession

    by Ivy B January 14, 2024
    January 14, 2024

    Mom confesses: “I don’t like being a mom” – but it’s okay. The exhaustion of late nights, endless demands, and social media pressure often clash with the love and joy, …

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  • Baby Sleep Tips

    How To Get an Overtired Baby to Sleep

    by Ivy B January 11, 2024
    January 11, 2024

    Do you want to know how to get an overtired baby to sleep? Learn the reasons your baby may be fighting sleep, the signs of an overtired baby and how …

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  • Parenting Tips

    Sleep Thieves in Disguise: Is Screen Time Affecting Children’s Sleep?

    by Ivy B January 10, 2024
    January 10, 2024

    Many parents question how much screen time is healthy, but we’re in an age where electronics are hard to avoid, right? Well, is screen time affecting children’s sleep, really? How …

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  • Mom Life

    Why Am I An Angry Mom?

    by Ivy B December 31, 2023
    December 31, 2023

    Ever slam a cabinet and wonder, “Why am I an angry mom?” You’re not alone. Mom rage, that volcanic eruption of exhaustion and overwhelm, is real. Let’s ditch the Pinterest-perfect …

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  • Life LessonsParenting Tips

    What Kids Really Need to Know About Making Friends

    by Ivy B December 26, 2023
    December 26, 2023

    Do your kids have trouble making and keeping friends? If so, this is what you need to know to help kids build healthy friendships. I desperately wish this book had …

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  • Encouragement for MomsHealth & Wellness

    I Hate My Postpartum Body, But I Shouldn’t

    by Ivy B December 19, 2023
    December 19, 2023

    Years after childbirth, the “mommy muffin” remains. I’m no longer a “new mom“, but I hate my postpartum body for the extra pudge and odd belly button. But by focusing …

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  • Money MattersFamily Life

    Securing Your Children’s Future: The Essential Guide to Setting Up a Will

    by Ivy B December 14, 2023
    December 14, 2023

    Though no one wants to think about dying, setting up a will when we have little ones is one of the best things you can do to secure your children’s …

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  • BabywearingBaby

    Want to Know How To Choose a Baby Carrier You’ll Love? Try These Tips!

    by Ivy B November 4, 2023
    November 4, 2023

    Need help choosing the perfect baby carrier?  This is how to choose a baby carrier you’re sure to love!  Plus, I’m sharing 3 of the top baby carrier styles for …

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  • Parenting Styles

    What Happens When a Child Doesn’t Feel Loved?

    by Ivy B November 2, 2023
    November 2, 2023

    Have you ever wondered what happens when a child doesn’t feel loved? Of course, you don’t want to let it go on to find out, but sometimes it feels as …

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  • Kids BooksBooks

    8 Highly-Rated Conservative Books for Kids

    by Ivy B October 26, 2023
    October 26, 2023

    Having conversations with kids about conservativism isn’t always easy to expand on or have them grasp. Good thing there are plenty of conservative children’s books to help us out. I …

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  • getting pregnantPregnancy

    How To Get Pregnant With Irregular Periods

    by Ivy B October 26, 2023
    October 26, 2023

    Do you have irregular cycles?  When it comes to your fertility, you may be wondering how to get pregnant with irregular periods.  These tips may help. If you’re wondering how …

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Hi, I'm Ivy!

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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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