The holidays are quickly approaching and that means it’s time to visit friends and family. However, the holidays also means snow, which can also mean stress. If you plan on traveling during the holiday season, pay attention to these safety tips.Have an Emergency Car KitPlease don’t go anywhere in your car, unless you have an emergency car kit. These are so simple to put together and don’t take much time at all. Make sure you have items like a flash light, flare, gloves, extra blankets, … [Read more...]
7 Things To Know When Buying A Used Car
Here are 7 things to know when buying a used car that will protect you from potential added expense, as well as future issues. Buying used is a great thing to do when you are limited on funds or don't want to finance. Whether you buy from a local car lot or individual, these tips will help you make the best decisions regarding your upcoming vehicle purchase.7 Things To Know When Buying A Used CarMileage really does matter more than age. The year model of a car isn't as important as … [Read more...]
Christmas Movie Traditions
It's the time of the year that is heavy with family traditions at my house. As we prepare for Christmas, my kids look forward to the fun traditions we have in December. Multiple advent calendars counting the days, traditional food and treats being eaten throughout the month, and cute Christmas classics being watched as a family.Growing up I LOVED Rudolph the Red Nose Reindeer and Frosty the Snowman. Even back in those days I could tell the movies were old and out of date, but it didn't … [Read more...]
Car Maintenance Tips For Holiday Travel
Heading out for a holiday visit with family means you'll need to have these car maintenance tips for holiday travel handy. A holiday vacation or short trip to see friends and family can be a great way to celebrate the season. Having your car in order before you leave is a must. Holiday travel often includes a few extra needs and these tips will help you to safely go wherever your family is this year with no fear. Car Maintenance Tips For Holiday Travel Always check oil and all fluids … [Read more...]
DIY Pom Pom Garland
Time for another fun DIY project! Easy home decor is my favorite kind of craft. The thing I LOVE about this DIY Pom Pom Garland is that it works for every holiday. Switch up your colors depending on your theme and it works. It's such a happy, festive shape that I love! This is also a pretty quick craft and definitely easy enough for older kids! Supplies:Skein of yarn Scissors Needle (I used a doll needle since the opening to thread is large)Directions:1. Find the … [Read more...]
Black Friday Silhouette SALE
Silhouette's Black Friday Sale! I LOVE crafting and Silhouette is one of my favorite tools. If you've been following Making of a Mom for a while then you would be familiar with some of our Silhouette tutorials, including our Christmas "Jingle all the Way" glass block.I'm teaming up with Silhouette this holiday season to bring you their amazing Black Friday deals, such as: - Free Shipping on order over $50.00 -40% off almost everything in the Silhouette America store -20% off … [Read more...]
This Tablet is Epic
As a member of the LeapFrog Mom Squad I was sent this product for review purposes. All opinions are my own. Every child clamors and begs to use their parents tablet to play games and watch videos, but now you can give your kids the LeapFrog Epic Tablet as a safe and fun way for them to feel grown up without sacrificing your own device. LeapFrog brings another great toy to the forefront this year with this tablet that grows with your child.The LeapFrog Epic Tablet is a sturdy, durable and … [Read more...]
6 Modern Gifts for the Holidays
If you’re on the hunt for some awesome modern gifts for every loved one in your life, I’ve got you covered with this expansive list—you won’t believe some of these products! Find something for your brother, aunt, kids, or husband with this awesome selection and make this the smoothest year of holiday shopping you’ve ever experienced.Home AccessoriesLiving modern means dressing modern and styling your house in a similar fashion. To find some great gifts for any gentlemen you know, shop … [Read more...]
Green Bean Casserole w/Bacon
Time to start prepping your holiday feast. I know a lot of people have traditional dishes they like to serve. We sure do! But I'm also open to trying some new dishes. Who knows, if they are good they might become tradition.This Green Bean Casserole with Bacon looks and sounds amazing. This is on my Thanksgiving meal list! If you need a Paleo or Clean Eating Holiday Meal Plan they also have that available! Check out eMeals, it's makes a great gift. I gave a subscription to my Mom last … [Read more...]
LeapFrog Toddler Toys
LeapFrog toddler toys give parents the tools they want to teach their younger children while still being fun toys. LeapFrog has been a standard in the industry of interactive educational play for years, and this year's hot Leapfrog toddler toys don't disappoint. The following toys are recommended for children ages 2-5.The Number Lovin Oven is a great toddler resource that helps with a multitude of those fine motor skills, while teaching your kids to recognize numbers. Kids love helping … [Read more...]
8 Things We Can Tell Our Children to Build Their Confidence
As an adult, I lack confidence in certain situations, so I can’t imagine how children feel. Unfortunately, a lot of times children look to adults to build their confidence and we fail them time and time again. Children feel small in this big world, so it’s important that we make them feel like they can do anything! I don’t know about you, but I want my children to feel powerful and unstoppable (as long as they aren’t resisting naptime).#1. You can do this.Oftentimes, it takes several … [Read more...]
The Gift of Happy Memories
Thanks to Groupon Coupon for sponsoring this discussion. All opinions are my own.As I look around my home I realize we are swimming in "stuff". I'm not very good at decluttering and so it seems there are little piles of things here and there. As the gift giving season approaches the thought of adding to my stuff makes me sick. For this reason, this year I want our gifts to be experiences. I will let each member of my family choose an "experience" or activity they want to do with the family. … [Read more...]
$100 Amex and Pampers Giveaway
Pampers has started a campaign to recognize all that nurses do! Their Thank a Nurse campaign recognizes nurses in 3 categories, labor and deliver, neonatal intensive care (nicu) and postpartum. The nurses that cared for me after having my babies were so wonderful. They all were caring and helpful towards a first time mom and then a more seasoned mom too. I so remember being in the hospital waiting on my little boys to meet me and the world. It was a time that I look back on and … [Read more...]
Finding Dory Teaser Trailer
I'm so, so excited for Finding Dory. My whole family loved Finding Nemo and of course Dory was our favorite character, so we're excited to have an adventure focused on her! I can't wait to learn more about her and perhaps meet her family!I'm so excited to share with you the newest trailer for the film.I think the trailer is both cute and funny. I'm so excited for next summer. We will definitely be heading to the theater June 17, 2016 for Finding Dory! … [Read more...]
Personalize Your Christmas Tree
Thanks to I See Me! for sponsoring this discussion on personalized Christmas gifts. All opinions are my own.Those who celebrate Christmas seem to each have their own traditions. I love learning about other family's traditions and telling people about ours. I also love seeing how my friends and family decorate their homes at Christmas time. Some people have color themes with matching trees, ornaments and decorations. Some are colorful, some are plain. Some have big trees, some don't have a … [Read more...]
