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  • Mom LifeSAHM

    My Transition From SAHM to WAHM

    by Ivy B September 25, 2019
    September 25, 2019

    It wasn’t the plan, to go from SAHM to WAHM just yet. In fact, this was 2 years before I’d intended to go back to work. But, when opportunity knocks… …

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  • Breastfeeding

    Confessions From a Mom Scared to Breastfeed Her 2nd Baby

    by Ivy B September 2, 2019
    September 2, 2019

    My first breastfeeding experience was riddled with trouble.  These are the confessions from a mom scared to breastfeed again. I consider myself intelligent and sufficiently educated.  I knew the laundry …

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  • PregnancyBreastfeedingMom LifeParenting Tips

    3 Myths About Pregnancy & Dental Care You Shouldn’t Believe

    by Ivy B August 23, 2019
    August 23, 2019

    This is a guest article dispelling myths about dental care during pregnancy by Dr. Amanda Tavoularis (dentably.com) When you and your partner choose to grow your family, it is one …

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  • BooksKids Books

    Best Books to Read to Your Uncertain Child Starting Kindergarten

    by Ivy B August 14, 2019
    August 14, 2019

    Going back to school and starting a new grade can be a stressful time in your child’s life.  These are some of the best books about kindergarten you can read …

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  • BreastfeedingBaby

    The Most Helpful Advice on How to Breastfeed a Baby

    by Ivy B August 6, 2019
    August 6, 2019

    A collection of valuable advice from moms who want to help you successfully breastfeed a baby.  Breastfeeding tips, tricks, hacks, and confessions from real moms. Hey, mama!  Are you a …

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  • Health & Wellness

    Should You Try Medterra CBD Oil?

    by Ivy B July 31, 2019
    July 31, 2019

    You say you’ve had some health concerns and you’d like relief? Mama, I hear you. Is Medterra CBD oil right for you? There are some things I don’t like talking …

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  • Travel

    13 Positive Hurricane Evacuation Travel Tips You Need to Know

    by Ivy B July 18, 2019
    July 18, 2019

    Inside: Hurricane evacuation preparedness is complex as it is. Add kids and evacuation travel and it’s insanely stressful. These tips are based on my experience evacuating FL with my two …

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  • Parenting Tips

    What Emergency Supplies Do You Need In Your Disaster Survival Kit?

    by Ivy B July 10, 2019
    July 10, 2019

    portable chargerYou don’t want to make important parenting decisions last minute when it comes to emergencies.  Nor do you not want to be fully prepared.  These are important disaster survival kit …

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  • Parenting TipsFamily Life

    Survival Food Storage Ideas for Families in a Disaster

    by Ivy B July 2, 2019
    July 2, 2019

    Your family’s safety and survival plays an important part in your parenting role.  Check out these survival food storage ideas if you’re facing a disaster or emergency with your family. …

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    Make An Emergency Preparedness Plan For Your Family

    by Ivy B June 26, 2019
    June 26, 2019

    Among all the things you want your kids to learn, you’ve got to incorporate safety into your parenting repertoire.  3 important questions to ask when creating an emergency preparedness plan for …

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  • Parenting TipsFamily Life

    Do You Know the Types of Disasters to Prepare for as a Family?

    by Ivy B June 20, 2019
    June 20, 2019

    Part of parenting involves being ready to make difficult decisions in stressful situations, such as natural disasters.  Do you know the types of disasters to prepare for in your area?  Is …

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  • EducationParenting Tips

    Mindfulness For Kids: The Simple Solution To Teach Kids

    by Ivy B June 13, 2019
    June 13, 2019

    Interested in mindfulness for kids?  Now is a great time to start your child’s education in mindfulness and meditation.  Here’s what helps us. Ahhh … summertime! It’s the time of …

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    Summer Rainy Day Activities To Bust Boredom

    by Ivy B June 12, 2019
    June 12, 2019

    A few summer rainy day activities – fun ideas when summer weather doesn’t want to cooperate. Is there anything worse than being cooped up in the house with the kids …

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  • Travel

    How To Plan A European Trip For Your Anniversary

    by Ivy B June 5, 2019
    June 5, 2019

    ViatorWhen we decided to travel to Europe for our anniversary, we were filled with so many questions.  We learned a few things from the pros and I’m sharing the tips …

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  • Food

    How I Get Healthy Family Meals On A Budget

    by Ivy B May 29, 2019
    May 29, 2019

    Are healthy family meals on a budget even possible?  Yes, and I’m sharing how The Dinner Daily helps not just with budget but easy meals that don’t take forever to …

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  • Fatherhood

    Personalized Father’s Day Gifts On Etsy He’ll Love

    by Ivy B May 21, 2019
    May 21, 2019

    9 personalized Father’s Day gifts on Etsy that are better than more socks and ties. Why is it men are so hard to shop for?  I mean, my man is!  So yeah, …

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  • EducationParenting Tips

    9 Ways To Develop Reading Skills in Little Kids

    by Ivy B May 8, 2019
    May 8, 2019

    Simple education tips mostly disguised as fun to help develop reading skills in little kids. Have you ever thought about just how important reading is for your child?  Now that …

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  • Advice for New MomsMom Life

    5 Effective And Affordable Self-Care Tips For New Moms

    by Ivy B May 3, 2019
    May 3, 2019

    Did you know self-care can help prevent common health problems?  Learn 5 self-care tips for new moms to keep your immune system healthy in this guest post giving encouragement for …

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  • Food

    Rock The Dinner Table with Kid-Friendly Meals from PlateJoy

    by Ivy B April 16, 2019
    April 16, 2019

    Can you get kid-friendly meals from PlateJoy?  Yes you can, and you’ll be happy for it this summer when you need more food choices! It’s almost summer and school’s almost …

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  • GiftsShopping

    Amazing Mother’s Day Gift Ideas She’ll Love

    by Ivy B April 10, 2019
    April 10, 2019

    Mother’s Day is right around the corner.  It’s time to go shopping and these Mother’s Day gift ideas are way better than flowers! Because I’m a mom, my Mother’s Day …

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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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