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Hiking: Finding the Best Trails

Saturday, June 6 is American Hiking Society’s National Trails Day.  Whether you are planning your first hike or you 100th hike, finding the best hiking trails in your area is the first step to a great hiking experience. There are numerous hiking trails that you can choose from, but researching the park and the trails […]

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Finding Balance: 8 Ways to Decrease Mom Burnout

Have you ever felt unheard and unrecognized? Do you feel like your stress is at an all-time high?  When we become mothers, it is not uncommon to feel like we have lost our identities. Some may even start to feel invisible to your true calling in life. Decreasing stress, exhaustion, and burnout in our lives […]

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Day Hiking: Staying Active with Toddlers

When we moved from snowy Illinois to warm California earlier this year, we knew we wanted to take advantage of all of the great activities that our area had in store for us. We are surrounded by miles of bike trails and parks that are just waiting to be explored, so I vowed this year […]

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30 Holiday Traditions to Start This Year

  Growing up, the holiday season was my favorite time of year. This was the one time of year that long lived family traditions were dusted off and strictly abided to. These holiday traditions built lifelong memories that I have passed down to my children. Traditions can help you, as a family, to connect and […]

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Stroller Workout for Busy Moms

At the beginning of the year, I took on a new exercise and diet regimen that consisted of me going to the gym 5 times a week. It was working out well for me, and then my husband got a new job. Gone were the early mornings “me time” workouts. I could only squeeze in […]

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Review: Braun ThermoScan 5 IRT 6500

Disclosure: Financial compensation was not received for this post. A sample product was gifted from Braun for my review. All opinions expressed here are 100% my own and not influenced in any way. Being a mom of three, there are many things that I need to keep my kids safe. One of the things I […]

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Essential Oils for Babies

Essential oils are very concentrated, powerful plant compounds that have many wonderful qualities. Essential oils have many great uses from digestion to relaxation in everyone, including babies. It is important to exercise caution should be taken when using essential oils on babies and children.

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4 Tips to Selecting the Best Organic Baby Skincare Products

  Every parent desires the best for children, whether it is a cozy stroller, cotton-soft clothing or the finest skincare products. Many parents are able to research and the best baby products easily, with the exception of skincare products. The majority of parents continue to choose skin products that smell good on the baby, but […]

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