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Marriage After Kids: The Good, The Bad, & Our Best Advice

marriage after kids

Marriage after kids is completely different. Having kids gives you more logistics to handle and less time to spend together with just the two of you. As a result, your physical intimacy often suffers and it’s easy to become complacent about the emotional distance. Trust me, we get it. We have had three kids over […]

20 Diaper Bag Must Haves To Save Your Sanity (+ A FREE Diaper Bag Checklist)

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It took me years and many sticky situations to determine what items truly were diaper bag must haves. I slowly learned what things I was missing and what things were just adding extra unnecessary weight to carry. This post is all about the diaper bag must haves that will save your sanity and a FREE […]

DIY Monster Truck Party Ideas

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These monster truck party ideas are simple, inexpensive, insanely fun, and even will create practical toys your kids will love playing with well after the party is over! This post is all about monster truck party ideas to help you decorate, feed your guests, and create incredibly fun activities without spending a fortune! This post […]

9 Reasons You Need to Order This Built in Toddler Toilet Seat

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If you’re trying to decide between a mini potty, separate potty seat, or a built-in toddler toilet seat, I’m here to tell you all the reasons why I think you’ll love this built-in toddler toilet seat! This post is all about why I’m completely obsessed with our built in toddler toilet seat and think you […]

How to Build a DIY Monster Truck Arena for Under $25

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My four year old is completely obsessed with monster trucks so I decided to make my own DIY monster truck arena! I found a way to make it better and cheaper than the ones I found on the market. This post is all about detailing everything you need and every step to make a DIY […]

How to Throw Your Child an Unforgettable Birthday Party on a Budget

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Throwing your kids a birthday party on a budget takes careful planning and a whole lot of discipline. But, I assure you that it is possible. It’s all about timing it right, choosing the right food, carefully thinking through decorations, and staying focused on who it’s all for. This post is all about helping you […]

17 Birthday Traditions to Create Unforgettable Memories with Your Kids

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My parents came up with the absolute best birthday traditions that made us feel insanely special and left us with incredible birthday memories. So, as soon as I had kids myself, I knew I had to start those same traditions myself. Plus, we’ve found a few new ones along the way too. This post is […]

51 Christian Toddler Songs That Parents Will Love Too

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While most Christian toddler songs get a bad rap for being super annoying, they’re are plenty that aren’t. Over the years, I’ve compiled a list of our absolute favorite groups, singers, and songs so that you can both enjoy the music on your long car rides or dance parties. Honestly, these are so good that […]

Are Cloth Diapers Worth It | From One Mom to Another

are cloth diapers worth it

I started my experience with cloth diapers insanely skeptical and constant wondering, “are cloth diapers worth it?” Are they worth the money savings and the extra time? Are they really more natural for my child? How much start-up cost is involved if I want to try them? Will I regret this instantly? I’ve now been […]