Whether you are struggling financially, want to save up for something extra or simply want to feel in control of your budget, this post is full of tips and tricks for ways to save money. With a few of the simple changes outlined below, you might be surprised how much you can save! 1. Limit…
Being a stepmom has been one of the most rewarding experiences of my life AND one of the hardest. Entering a child’s life as a stepparent is hard for them, too. And let’s not forget the biological parent who is the bridge between the child and the new partner. They’re likely not having the easiest…
Self-care for moms can seem like an unattainable goal. Many of us feel like there is simply no time to care for ourselves while also taking care of everyone else. (And if you are like me, coming up with self-care ideas when I do have time is difficult.) As moms, it is so important that…
DISCLAIMER: If you are struggling with anxiety, please talk to your doctor, therapist or someone who can help you. I am not a doctor or therapist. This post is not intended to replace speaking to a mental health professional. Instead, this post is intended to share my story and some tools that have helped me…
This post is not sponsored. I purchased this backpack with my own funds and am sharing it with you because I love it so much! The only way that I make money off of this post is if you decide to purchase your own via my affiliate link below. There comes a point when you…
Chances are, I’m getting a few raised eyebrows with my title. But hear me out. When you’re pregnant, you hear the horror stories. Labor. Staying up all night. Constant crying. In fact, people warn you to live your life now, before it gets complicated with a newborn. Well, I’m hear to tell you that it’s…
When you’re a new mom, getting out of the house with your baby alone is super scary. It can feel like a super daunting task to get the diaper bag packed, the baby dressed, yourself dressed and get it all loaded into the car. However, here’s something that I wish I knew earlier in my…
There are a lot of things that I’ve learned to do without now that I’m a mom. But the most painful? Trading in my beloved, black Volkswagen Jetta Wolfsburg Edition for a mini-van that will hold 8 people, including two baby seats in the second row. Over the last couple of years, I’ve slowly given…
Feeling like you’re deprived is one of the hardest parts of sticking to a budget. You feel like you can’t have any fun, do anything extra or spoil yourself. I get it. Currently, our family is a single-income family and we are trying to save our pennies while still maintaining a life that we enjoy. We…
