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My Unwritten Vows

It's been a little over a year now since Marc and I decided to tie our lives legally together. On September 28, 2018, we went down to the...

Dec 6, 2019

Picking the Perfect Baby Name

One of the most exciting parts about being pregnant Is figuring out a name for your little bundle of joy! I mean come on, we’ve all been...

Dec 4, 2019

I am in Love with the Snow

Snow is just the most magical thing to me. It has the ability to transport you. To a place full of wonder and beauty in every direction....

Dec 3, 2019

This is Motherhood

You want to know what motherhood is like? Well this is me. The real me - in the glory of motherhood. The woman who wears sweats all day...

Dec 2, 2019

Breastfeeding Complications and Challenges

Breastfeeding can be challenging...to say the least. And especially in the early days. But I am here to say that you are not alone! For...

Dec 2, 2019

December 2019 Goals

Here we are, the last month of the year. Here’s to a warm and welcoming December! I am slightly freaking out that this year is almost...

Dec 1, 2019

Things No One Tells You About Motherhood

I had my fair share of mommy books to read, friends to turn to, and advice after advice after advice. But I have to say, there’s been so...

Nov 30, 2019

Toddler Temper Tantrums

Last night, my 2 year old threw the biggest fit at the end of the party, kicking his legs and screaming at the top of his lungs all over...

Nov 29, 2019

A Week with Three Kids

On November 21st, my sister was set to receive back surgery so I decided to take on the task of having THREE kids for a whole week! It...

Nov 29, 2019

Mashed Potatoes

Ingredients: - 1 Head of Garlic - Foil - 1 Tsp of Olive Oil - Salt and Pepper - 5 Lbs of Potatoes (Cut into fours) - 1 Cup of Chicken...

Nov 29, 2019

Lumpia Recipe

Lumpia is a traditional Filipino dish that is our version of the egg roll. It is something that can be served as a side dish or as an...

Nov 29, 2019

What I am Thankful For This Year

Happy thanksgiving everyone! A day that is more than just merely a holiday to be had in late November for the consumption of turkey and...

Nov 28, 2019

Dealing With Mom Guilt

What is mom guilt? Basically the feeling of guilt for being completely human. Getting angry, yelling, stressed, and anxious - things that...

Nov 26, 2019

One Day, They'll be Grown

One day, they are going to stop sneaking into my room late at night to sleep on the end of the bed or get in a little bit of cuddles....

Nov 24, 2019

Dining with a Toddler

Anyone who has had a little one knows how completely dreadful it is to take them out to eat. When you include them in meals out of the...

Nov 24, 2019

Please, Teach Your Kids Some Manners

I don't expect my kids - nor anyone else's - to have impeccable manners all day, every day! Because let's be honest, they have many years...

Nov 24, 2019

Our Love Story

Marc and I's love story is something scripted straight out of a romantic comedy (my favorite movies by the way). Think about it. The plot...

Nov 21, 2019

Picking a Pediatrician

Many women don't know that they should actually pick a pediatrician during pregnancy! Doing so early on by setting up consultations with...

Nov 21, 2019

What My Parents' Divorce Taught Me

Going through my parents' divorce was one of the most impactful experiences that I have ever had. And almost nine years later, I still...

Nov 21, 2019

Medicine Cabinet Essentials for Baby

Nothing weighs on us mothers more than having a sick baby. You'll want to do just about anything to comfort them and get them back to...

Nov 21, 2019