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Hot Mulled Cider Citrus Punch
Nothing tastes like fall like a warm mug of hot mulled cider. Every time I have a sip of apple cider I am instantly transported back to my childhood. My mom would take us to the apple orchard every fall to go apple picking. You simply can’t complete a day of apple picking without indulging in some of the fibrous fruits’ delicacies! We always ended the day with a glass of apple cider. Depending on the weather that day made the decision for us as to whether that cider was hot or cold! That’s what is so great about this modern take of a hot mulled cider recipe! Adding the…
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Giant Fluffy Cinnamon Roll Recipe
I came up with this giant, fluffy, homemade cinnamon roll recipe by combining the best parts of several recipes that I had for cinnamon rolls. If you are looking for an ooey gooey cinnamon roll recipe that is ACTUALLY ooey gooey then this is your recipe! These cinnamon rolls are simply irresistible and honestly not at all difficult to make! Especially is you choose the overnight cinnamon roll method! This recipe came about because my husbands’ go-to sweet breakfast favorite is Pillsbury cinnamon rolls… However, he would prefer them bigger, fluffier and HOMEMADE, but he had yet to find one to satisfy him before I created this one! We would…
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10 Beauty Hacks for Girls Everywhere
These are my best 10 beauty hacks for girls everywhere! If you already know me then you know that I love to look my best in the easiest and most inexpensive way possible! These 10 beauty hacks are it! These hacks are my bible of beauty and I am finally letting the cat out of the bag! I can’t wait to finally spill the beans about how easy and affordable being beautiful can be! Us moms especially need this list! It’s a struggle to find the time, energy, and money to take care of ourselves! However, taking care of yourself is the first step to becoming a better mom! How…
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Simple Halloween Nails for Mom & Daughter
Halloween is is meant for dressing up! Adding simple Halloween nails is such an EASY way to look festive! Manicures can be expensive and time consuming. Also, especially if you have kids, “easy” has probably become you way of life! So simply put on some black nail polish or try a fun Halloween nail art decal, sticker, or press on! I’m a mom of a toddler girl that loves to have her nails done. I am excited for the day when I can take her for her first manicure and pedicure! However, right now, getting her to sit still long enough for her nails to dry is just NOT happening!…
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Creamy Chicken Lasagna | What time is supper??
This super easy, no ricotta, creamy chicken lasagna will alter your reality of what you think lasagna should be! This lasagna recipe will have your taste buds singing while leaving your body ready to dance! For this cream chicken lasagna is filling but not heavy! As a former athletic trainer and a fitness enthusiast, the two most important things to me for meals are: That I am eating foods that are good for my body, mind, and metabolism. That I am eating sustainable foods. Foods that fill me up without loading me down. As a mom, the two most important things to me when it comes to dinner are: That…
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Classic Sloppy Joes with Tomato Soup Recipe
My mom recently gave me this sloppy joes with tomato soup recipe. Her mother, my grandmother, used to work as a lunch lady in the cafeteria of her school. This is the classic sloppy joe recipe that was used for YEARS and that my mom, a former professional chef, still uses today because it is THAT GOOD! I was telling my mom about how difficult it is for me to get my toddler to eat vegetables when she gave me this easy sloppy joe recipe. She told me that she had yet to meet a child that didn’t LOVE these classic, homemade sloppy joes with hidden vegetables. At first I…
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Differences Between Biological and Adoptive Parenting
There shouldn’t be many differences between biological and adoptive parenting. Your child is your child, regardless of DNA. There should be no difference in their treatment or upbringing. However, there are differences in relationships that you must be aware of and prepared for when parenting adopted children: #1 Biological Family The sense of security comes from knowing where you come from and where you belong. Allowing and encouraging your child to explore their biological family history may be beneficial to the child. If the adoption is closed and no/not much information was given to you about their biological family, consider doing genetic testing. Nebula Genomics offers a 30x whole-genome sequencing…
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How Many 0-3 Clothes Do I Need? | Baby Preparation
Preparing for a new baby is exciting but it can also be quite daunting. Walking through a baby store or looking at all the different “must have” lists out there can rid new mommies with all kinds of anxiety. You may be asking yourself, “What do babies actually need?”. This is especially true when it comes to clothing for baby. All of the clothes are just so cute, how do you not want to buy them all? Especially the teeny tiny outfits! Before you go overboard though, ask yourself, “How many 0-3 clothes do I NEED?”. Related Post: Top 3 Organization Tips for New Moms There are a few things to consider before…
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