As a Children's Mercy Mom's Ambassador I was compensated for this post. All opinions are my own.I know sometimes it is hard to keep your regular schedules and routines during the summer, but as back to school time approaches it would be a good idea to start returning to the regular routine so by the time school starts your kids are settled and know what to expect.Personally, my family basically keeps the same routine through summer as we do for school time. Sure when we are on vacation … [Read more...]
Let’s Feed Kansas City
This post is sponsored by Harvesters - The Community Food Network. For more information, visit harvesters.org.All opinions are my own.On several occasions throughout the year it seems we have the opportunity to donate food to different food banks or programs that are helping feed those in need in the community. Here in Kansas City we have Harvesters which is a huge part of our community serving 26 counties in Missouri and Kansas.September is Hunger Action Month and the #Hungry4More … [Read more...]
Easy on-the-go Clean Ups
Thanks to Wet Ones® Hand Wipes for sponsoring this post. All opinions are my own.With three kids there are always messes around. Either the kids are dirty, or the car, the house, their rooms, or wherever we are. Messes are inevitable. While I don't normally cheer for a big mess, with Wet Ones® Hand Wipes the messes are easy to clean up and it's easy to get rid of the germs. We keep a Wet Ones® Container in our car and Wet Ones® Singles in my purse for easy on-the-go cleanups.During … [Read more...]
New 5th Edition: What to Expect When You’re Expecting
Eleven years ago when I was pregnant with my first child, someone wisely gave me the book "What to Expect When You're Expecting." I found that I really relied on this book for answers to questions I had and questions I didn't know I had. As a first time pregnant woman I wouldn't remember all of my concerns when I was at a doctor appointment so this was a fantastic resource for me at home. Now eleven years later and pregnant with baby number four, I still have questions and concerns and the new … [Read more...]
Easy Felt Apple Tree Craft
Back to school is upon us. At my house I have two children in school and one still at home. Though, he will be going to preschool twice a week, he still is home most of the time and looking to be entertained. This easy felt apple tree craft is a fun way to get him creating and keep him busy for a little bit. It's also a fun way to learn. Practice numbers and simple addition and subtraction problems with the apples. This could be a great homeschooling activity for early learners.Supplies … [Read more...]
Queen of Katwe A Real Life Story
When I was in Los Angeles for The BFG premiere, we were able to also screen Queen of Katwe. This true story is coming to the big screen September 23. “Queen of Katwe” is based on the vibrant true story of a young girl from the streets of rural Uganda whose world rapidly changes when she is introduced to the game of chess, and, as a result of the support she receives from her family and community, is instilled with the confidence and determination she needs to pursue her dream of becoming an … [Read more...]
Ranger Training with Ratchet & Clank
I'm so excited that Ratchet & Clank is now out on Blu-ray. If you remember I was lucky enough go to Los Angeles to interview some of the cast of the film. It was such a great trip and meeting the talent that helped make the film made Ratchet & Clank a special movie to me.This weekend my family had lot of fun hosting ranger training for three want-to-be space rangers. In honor of Ratchet & Clank, which is now out on Blu-Ray, the kids did a series of events to become Space … [Read more...]
Cleaning Up the Easy Way
I received compensation and product for sharing this review. All opinions are my own.When we first moved into this house in Missouri we were plagued with teenage pranks at night. At different hours in the middle of the night people would ding dong ditch our house, or bang on the front door. One time they even rang the doorbell a bunch of times and then sprayed the front porch with silly string. We aren't sure who was doing this, or why they were doing this. Perhaps there used to be … [Read more...]
Quick Breakfast To-Go
This is a sponsored post written by me on behalf of Tyson Foods, Inc. All opinions are entirely my own.Are mornings always smooth for you? I'd guess not. Mornings can be rough. Perhaps you miss your alarm, hit snooze too many times, aren't feeling well, have kid issues, whatever it may be, some mornings don't go according to plan. On those mornings you need an easy and quick breakfast solution - especially if you're in a hurry. These stuffed Jimmy Dean® Hash Browns are a great answer to the … [Read more...]
Are you #UrgentCarePrepared?
I grew up in a family that didn't go to the doctor often. We didn't get sick often so we just didn't go to the doctor. As I grew, hit puberty and had acne explode on my face, all of the sudden I was interested in going to a doctor regularly to get help for that problem. Being a child I didn't ever know all the circumstances around choosing a doctor or anything of the details but my "regular doctor" was the urgent care. Perhaps it was just that we didn't need an appointment, we could get in … [Read more...]
A Baby Monitor for Big Kids
This blog post is brought to you by VTech and The Motherhood. All opinions are my own.In my experience three year olds are basically tiny ninjas. They are capable of silently making huge messes and darting from place to place without being seen. The only time a three year old isn't a ninja is during a game of Hide-and-Seek when they are supposed to be silent. Beyond that, it's incredible how slippery they are. This is why the VTech Safe&Sound® DM271-110 DECT 6.0 Digital Audio Baby … [Read more...]
Omaha Family Vacation Just got Cheaper
As one final trip before summer ends and we head back to school my family took an #OmahaWeekend vacation in Nebraska. Visit Omaha reached out to me to tell me about their new Omaha Savings App and invited my family to come enjoy some of the attractions that are featured on that app. We were so excited to visit places we've been before and some new destinations as well. Henry Doorly Zoo & Aquarium We've been to the Henry Doorly Zoo before and love it so much! Recently the zoo underwent some … [Read more...]
Teach My Kindergartener Learning Kit for Wide Range of Ages
I'm a big fan of Teach My products. We own several of them. They are great ways for my kids to have fun learning different skills. They are also a simple way for me to play with my kids and help them understand different subjects, after all I am definitely no teacher. I love that Teach My makes learning fun and easy for all of us.The Teach My Kindergartener Learning Kit is one I have wanted for a while. I do not have a Kindergartener this year, but after playing with it on my own and playing … [Read more...]
Pig Paint Chip Craft
Time for another fun Paint Chip Craft. This time we're going back to the farm with a pig. It's really cheap and really easy. Don't miss the other paint chip crafts: fish, cow, monkey.Paint Chip Pig Materials - pink paint chips pink craft foam or construction paper glue stick large googly eyes large black Sharpie markerDirections - #1. Cut an oval shape out of the pink craft foam (or construction paper) using a pair of scissors. Attach to the pig, using the glue … [Read more...]
Purple PieMan Giveaway Bundle
I'm so excited to announce another Strawberry Shortcake themed giveaway, this one featuring one of our favorite villains of all time!Strawberry Shortcake and her berry best friends took a little vacation recently, when they ventured out of Strawberryland to visit the biggest pop culture event in the world: San Diego Comic-Con! And we have a special giveaway featuring two brand-new Strawberry Shortcake items that just made their debut at Comic-Con:An exclusive, limited-edition Funko Pop! … [Read more...]
