How to Encourage Healthy Habits in Kids

How to Encourage Healthy Habits in Kids

This is a sponsored conversation written by me on behalf of Mott’s®.  All opinions are mine alone. Creating a healthy home can be easier than you think. To start, make smart food choices, and help your child develop a positive relationship with healthy food. Your children will learn their “food smarts” from your example. 4 Ways to Encourage Healthy Habits in Kids One of the more difficult parts of raising healthy kids is feeding them nutritious food. Of course they want more cake and candy, they don’t want their broccoli, and they have no idea why a balanced meal is so vital. But don’t give up; there are lots of easy ways to encourage them to eat healthier. Get the Kids Involved in the Cooking…

Where to Find Sensory Friendly Clothing for Your Autistic Child

Where to Find Sensory Friendly Clothing for Your Autistic Child

This post has been sponsored by Zappos but all opinions are my own. One of the biggest struggles when it comes to parenting an autistic child, is finding sensory friendly clothing. My daughter, for example, does not like tags and prefers to wear her clothes inside out. Not a big deal. I don’t really care (nor does her school) if she’s wearing her clothes inside out. Still, we wanted to find options for her that would look the same and still be comfortable. This conversation is sponsored by Zappos – where we found some awesome new sensory friendly clothing options. In addition to being sensory friendly, I also look for clothing that is easy for her to put on. We’re working hard on increasing her…

From one amateur to another, here are my gardening essentials for the amateur gardener. #BlueLizardSummer #ad

Gardening Essentials for the Amateur Gardener

This shop has been compensated by Collective Bias, Inc. and its advertiser. All opinions are mine alone. #BlueLizardSummer #CollectiveBias Starting a garden was one of the most rewarding things that we did last year. I would consider it a success and this year we intend to have another backyard garden. We planted vegetables last year and we’ll do the same this year. And though we did find some success, I would still consider myself to be an amateur gardener. If you are like me, here are my gardening essentials for the amateur gardener. I’m not promising that we’ll be pros at this by the end of the season, but here’s to growth and success. Why We Started a Garden at Home Weather permitting, we try…

Pre and Post Workout Paleo Based Snack Ideas

Pre and Post Workout Paleo Based Snack Ideas

If you’re on a journey to live a healthier lifestyle, you have probably thought about starting a workout routine. Or maybe you’re looking to make some changes to your diet. Maybe both? If you’ve taken a look at my health and wellness tips for moms already, you’ll see that I’ve got quite a bit. This is a personal journey for me and anything that I can share to help others is a blessing. If you’re looking into the Paleo diet, I want to share some tips about pre and post workout paleo snack ideas. Can I follow the paleo diet while on a fitness routine? One of the biggest questions around the paleo diet is regarding its use around working out. There is a bank…

Who doesn't like free coloring books? This simple five page coloring book features some of my favorite motherhood quotes.

Free Printable Quotes on Motherhood Coloring Book

I’m finally trying my hand at making printable coloring pages. I started simple with a printable Beatitude coloring page and now I want to share something else. Just in time for Mother’s Day or useful for the mom wants to sneak in a little self care. This free printable quotes on motherhood coloring book is just five pages. It features one of my favorite motherhood quotes and is nice for a little bit of me time. And while it may be my first coloring book, it certainly won’t be my last! Printable Motherhood Quotes to Color The quotes that have been featured are as follows: A mother’s heart is a patchwork of love A mom’s hug lasts long after she lets go You have a…

Free Printable Beatitude Coloring Page for Adults

Free Printable Beatitude Coloring Page for Adults

Though I have never sought out to make this an overly Christian site, I’m sure you’ve seen the Christian undertones. I have a page dedicated to Christian and Bible based printable packs for kids. I’ve done a set of printable Beatitude wall art. And I’m working with someone to create a special needs Sunday school curriculum. I’m also working on a home based Sunday school curriculum for toddlers and preschoolers. More on that to come! Still, even with all of this in the works, I want to be able to freely share my faith. But to still be welcoming of others. With that in mind, I bring to you a free printable Beatitude coloring page for adults. I will eventually have a full set of…