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Pumpkin Cream Cheese Hand Pies

These Pumpkin Cream Cheese Hand Pies are so delicious and easy to make. Using only eight ingredients this will be your new favorite hand pie recipe. These hand pies are not only perfect for Fall, but also parties, holidays and of course an after dinner dessert. I use store bought crust for my hand pies,… [Read Post]
Coco Village Outdoor Playhouse

This post is sponsored by Coco Village but all thoughts and opinions are my own. Both of my little ones enjoy being outside. Whether its playing in the backyard on their playset or just being outside exploring, they both love spending time outdoors. So I knew they would love their own little Outdoor Playhouse to… [Read Post]
Holiday Dipped Ginger Cookies

“This post is sponsored by Ghirardelli but all thoughts and opinions are my own.” The holiday season is finally here and I’m so excited! This is my favorite season for so many reasons with the main one being making fun and delicious holiday treats for family and friends. I absolutely love getting in the kitchen… [Read Post]
Vegetarian Pasta Salad with Barilla Chickpea Rotini

This post is sponsored by Barilla but all thoughts and opinions are my own. As a mom of 2, I’m always looking for different ways for my family to enjoy some of our favorite meals. Our household loves anything with pasta and veggies so I took one of our favorite pasta salads and instead of… [Read Post]
Monster Munch

Monster Munch is the perfect Halloween snack and is guaranteed to be enjoyed by both kids and adults. It’s the perfect mixture of sweet and savory and so fun to make and eat. For our Monster Munch I used: Honey Nut Cheerios, Chex, Pretzels, Peanuts, M&M’s Ghouls Mix and Popcorn. You place all of your… [Read Post]
Spooky Ghost S’mores Bars

If you love S’mores, you’re gonna love these Spooky Ghost S’mores Bars. They’re so delicious, perfect for Halloween and easy to make. These bars have 3 delicious layers to them: The bottom layer is a graham cracker cookie that has rolled oats and white chocolate chips mixed in. The middle layer is Hershey Bars The… [Read Post]
Our Experience With Genetic Testing

Picture Genetics sponsored this blog post. All opinions are my own I can’t believe how fast DJ is growing. This time last year he was in my arms and barely 2 months old and now he’s walking, running, so full of personality, getting into everything and trying to keep up with his big sister. We… [Read Post]
Fun Halloween Dessert Charcuterie Board

I am the biggest fan of charcuterie boards. They are so fun and easy to make. There are so many different options you have to make your yummy board. I love any excuse to make a charcuterie board. So when I found this fun Ghost Shaped Serving Platter from Pottery Barn I couldn’t help but… [Read Post]
Spooky Halloween Pizza

“This post is sponsored by Boboli® but all thoughts and opinions are my own.” Everyone in our family loves pizza and Halloween, so I thought it would be fun to make spooky pizza’s for our family pizza night. Using the personal 8″ crusts from Boboli® and other ingredients, my daughter and I made these fun… [Read Post]
Easy Pumpkin Spice Donuts

Fall is officially here and I am so excited. This is my favorite season of the year here in Louisiana. From the cool weather, to the pumpkin patches, hayrides, tailgating and so much more, I love this season. Of course I couldn’t forget about my favorite Fall foods. Fall desserts are a must have in… [Read Post]
Chocolate Chip Banana Bread

Banana Bread is a favorite in our household. Both my hubby and daughter love chocolate chips so I wanted to try something different and add a spin to our favorite bread. This Chocolate Chip Banana Bread is so moist, flavorful and loaded with Chocolate Chips. It’s the perfect breakfast bread and also a great dessert… [Read Post]
Summer Garden Pasta With Grilled Chicken

“This post has been sponsored by Mezzetta. All thoughts and opinions are my own.” Looking for a delicious dish for your family that’s quick and easy to make? This Summer Garden Pasta With Grilled Chicken is just the thing you need. Full of veggies, fresh herbs, olive oil, angel hair pasta and grilled chicken, this… [Read Post]
DJ’s First Birthday Party

“This post has been sponsored by Big Dot of Happiness. All thoughts and opinions are my own.” I can’t believe my baby boy is 1!! I am so happy that my little guy is 1 but also sad because my babies are growing up so fast. A few weeks ago we celebrated Danny Jr’s first… [Read Post]
The Ultimate Brown Butter Chocolate Chip Cookies

Who doesn’t love a good chocolate chip cookie?!? These Brown Butter Chocolate Chip Cookies are a favorite of my hubby and daughter. Between the brown butter and all of the chocolate chips these cookies are SO GOOD and so easy to make. You start by browning your butter and letting it cool for 20 minutes.… [Read Post]
Peach & Yogurt Popsicles

As a kid growing up in Louisiana, popsicles were a must have in the summer time. Whether it was from the ice cream man, the neighborhood lady who sold popsicles from her home or the corner store I loved popsicles growing up. These 4 ingredient popsicles are extremely different from the sugary popsicles I had… [Read Post]
Coconut Pound Cake

This Coconut Pound Cake Recipe has everything you want in a Coconut Cake. It’s moist, fluffy, sweet but not too sweet and has the right amount of coconut flavor in every bite. From the dense cake to the sweet coconut icing to the extra shredded coconut on top, there is nothing you won’t love about… [Read Post]
Peach Puff Pastry With Brown Sugar Glaze

These peach puff pastry tarts are so delicious and fun & easy to make. The filling is only 3 ingredients and puff pastry is store bought. It’s topped with a decadent brown sugar glaze that tastes like pralines without the pecans. These are perfect for breakfast, a snack & dessert and can be enjoyed by… [Read Post]
Staycation At The Watermark Hotel in Downtown Baton Rouge

This past holiday weekend we took a staycation and spent 2 days at the Watermark Hotel in Downtown Baton Rouge. This historic hotel is a short 15 minute drive from out home and the a perfect place to go for a weekend to relax with amazing views of downtown Baton Rouge, the State Capitol and… [Read Post]
Red, White and Blue No Churn Ice Cream

Summertime is the perfect time for ice cream. With the 4th of July coming soon this fun and festive Red, White and Blue No Churn Ice Cream is the perfect cold patriotic dessert. I love that although this recipe has a patriotic theme, you can easily change it to make your own custom version. Making… [Read Post]
Easy Sugar Cookie American Flag Fruit Pizza

July 4th is right around the corner and if you’re looking for a easy and delicious dessert to make for the 4th, I have the perfect thing for you. This sugar cookie pizza was so easy to make and so much fun. My daughter has been wanting to help me bake lately, so I thought… [Read Post]
Unique Father’s Day Cards With Cricut Joy

“This post has been sponsored by Cricut. All thoughts and opinions are my own.” Father’s Day is right around the corner and instead of getting store-bought cards for my hubby I wanted to do something different this year and make fun homemade card’s for him from myself and the kids. Thanks to Cricut’s portable cutting… [Read Post]
White Chocolate Easter Bunny Bait

Easter is right around the corner and we’ve been busy making yummy treats and doing fun activities. Our most recent treat was this White Chocolate Easter Bunny Bait and it is so delicious. With Chex cereal, pretzels, & chocolate, it’s the perfect indulgent snack for both Adults and kids. Bunny Bait is so easy to… [Read Post]
Easy Peach Hand Pies

With National Pi Day right around the corner, I thought it would be fun to make these peach hand pies to celebrate. Everyone in my household loves peaches, so I knew these pies wouldn’t last long. They were so worth it and so easy to make. The hardest part was waiting for them to bake,… [Read Post]
Kyo-Dophilus Pro+ Synbiotic Review

I received this product for free from Moms Meet (momsmeet.com) to use and post my honest opinions. Compensation for this post was provided and this page may contain affiliate links. As a mom of 2 little ones it’s important for me to be healthy and set a positive example for my kids when it comes… [Read Post]
St. Patrick’s Day Shamrock Cinnamon Rolls

If you’re looking for a fun and easy St. Patrick’s Day breakfast or snack that you can make with your little ones, we have the perfect thing. St. Patrick’s Day Shamrock Cinnamon Rolls! I love making fun food creations with my daughter especially around the holidays. These Shamrock Cinnamon Rolls are so easy to make… [Read Post]
Easy Slow Cooker Chili

When I think of a good meal for a cold day, I think of a warm bowl of chili with my favorite toppings. This week the weather here in Louisiana has been ridiculously cold. In snowed in some parts and where we live we got lots of ice and our city was shut down. Since… [Read Post]
Babymoov Duo Meal Station XL Review

Now that DJ is 6 months old, he can officially start eating food other than breastmilk. Just like we did for his sister, we have been making his food at home and he is loving it. Making his food has been so much easier thanks to the Babymoov Duo Meal Station XL. The Duo Meal… [Read Post]
Valentines Day Breakfast Board

Valentine’s Day for me as a child was always a fun day. My mom would do something special for us and I want to start that same tradition with my little ones. This delicious breakfast board would be the perfect way to start off Valentine’s Day for your family or special someone. I had so… [Read Post]
Valentines Day Gift Ideas For Him

1. Custom Star Map Printable This personalized Star Map is a unique and inexpensive Valentine’s Day gift. You can add your names, the date you met and where you first met to this map and what’s really neat is that it has the coordinates listed for where you first met. 2. Dollar Shave Club This… [Read Post]
Cupid’s Crunch

With Valentine’s Day coming soon, I’ve been looking for yummy and unique recipes to make with my daughter. We made this Cupid’s Crunch (Valentine’s Popcorn) last week and it’s so delicious. This is seriously one of the best snacks I’ve had. With the sweet from the candy melts and M&M’s, to the savory popcorn and… [Read Post]
Valentine’s Strawberry Pies

Valentine’s Day is right around the corner and now that my daughter is old enough, we’ll be baking all of the yummy Valentine’s goodies. We made these yummy Strawberry hand pies and had so much fun putting them together. With only 5 ingredients these easy to make and are the perfect treat to make with… [Read Post]
Making Healthy Habits Click with Rubbermaid® TakeAlongs® Meal Prep Containers

This post is sponsored by Rubbermaid®; however, all thoughts and opinions are my own. With the new year comes resolutions and goals. Some of my goals for this year that will help me function better are to spend more time with my family, simplify as much as I can for our household and cook healthier… [Read Post]
Comfort Food Without the Discomfort

I received this product for free from Moms Meet (momsmeet.com) to use and post my honest opinions. Compensation for this post was provided and this page may contain affiliate links. Lately I’ve been cooking and baking lots of comfort foods for my family and they have been enjoying everything. For my husband and I comfort… [Read Post]
Being Ready For Cold & Flu Season With FeverAll

This is a sponsored post written by me on behalf of FeverAll. All opinions are 100% mine. We are officially in cold & flu season and with a toddler in school and an infant at home, being prepared for sickness is a must have for our family. One thing that I do every year to… [Read Post]
How Probiotics Have Helped My Baby

This post is sponsored by Evivo, but the content and opinions expressed here are my own. 3 months ago I shared with you guys about Evivo baby probiotic and how we started using it for DJ’s digestive issues and gut health. After consistently using it for 3 months now, I’m so excited to share an… [Read Post]
Crock-Pot Italian Beef Sandwiches

This post is sponsored by Holland House Cooking Wines. All thoughts and opinions are my own. For the past few months I have been cooking daily meals for my family and as much as I have been enjoying being in the kitchen, it’s nice to have a night off every now and then to relax… [Read Post]
Elf Chex Mix Recipe

December is my favorite month of the year. Baking for the holidays, making specials memories with family and watching our favorite movies. One of our favorite movies is Elf. It’s one of those movies that helps you get in the holiday spirit and you can watch it over and over again. This past weekend we… [Read Post]
Reindeer Pretzels

These reindeer pretzels are not only cute but they are so delicious with the perfect mixture of sweet and salty and make the perfect holiday treat. My hubby made these with our daughter and they had the best time making them. They were easy to make and only required 4 ingredients. All you need are… [Read Post]
Being Healthy With Viactiv

This is a sponsored post written by me on behalf of Viactiv Calcium Soft Chews. All opinions are 100% mine. “Sometimes the strength of motherhood is greater than natural laws” – Barbara Kingsoliver As a mom of 2 being strong physically, mentally & emotionally is important to me. I want to be a positive example… [Read Post]
Starting Family Traditions With Holiday Baking

This post has been sponsored by Challenge Butter. All thoughts and opinions are my own. This is my favorite time of the year. Connecting with loved ones, getting into the holiday spirit and making fun and delicious holiday desserts to share and enjoy with everyone. Baking for others is something that I love to do… [Read Post]
4Moms Breeze Plus Playard

4moms gifted this product to me for a review but all opinions are my own. As a mom of 2 I know how stressful it can be when traveling with kids. I have both a newborn and a toddler and I am always on the go with both of my kids. Whether it’s visiting family… [Read Post]
My Favorite All Natural Skincare Remedies For Children

#MatysPartner This post is sponsored by Maty’s, but the content and opinions expressed here are my own. I can remember as a child when I would get sick my mom would use natural remedies to help me get better. She was very particular about what products she used on her children and now that I’m… [Read Post]
5 Reasons Why You Should Take Maternity Photos

I didn’t take maternity photos when I was pregnant with my daughter 3 years ago. It was my first pregnancy and I hated the way I looked and how my body had changed. I regret not capturing those moments and taking maternity photos during my first pregnancy, so when I found out I was pregnant… [Read Post]
5 Tips For Visiting The Pumpkin Patch With Kids

Fall is my favorite time of year. The weather starts to get cooler here in Louisiana, football season kicks off, I get to bake seasonal goodies and of course its the perfect season to visit the pumpkin patch with our kids. Since having kids, we decided that one of our family traditions would be taking… [Read Post]
Easy Pumpkin Bread

Fall is my favorite time of year! I love the nice weather Fall brings, going to the pumpkin patch with our kids, enjoying hayrides, apple picking and of course baking yummy Fall goodies for my family. One of our favorite Fall desserts is Pumpkin Bread and I make it using Gluten-Free flour from Pamela’s Products.… [Read Post]
11 Must Have Breastfeeding Essentials

I breastfed my daughter for 18 months and now that we have a newborn, I’m breastfeeding him as well. As natural as breastfeeding is I struggled for the first month of nursing with my daughter. From clogged milk ducts, to sleep depravation, hormone irregularities and discomfort, I experienced everything when breastfeeding my first born. Once… [Read Post]
Sweet Potato Breakfast Hash

When my husband and I tried Whole30 3 years ago this was one of our favorite breakfast recipes and we still cook this at least once a month. Whether you are doing Whole30, Paleo or just looking for a delicious breakfast recipe this dish is something that everyone in your home can enjoy. Ingredients 1… [Read Post]
Monster Rice Krispie Treats

My 2 year old is at the age where she wants to be involved in everything and she loves being in the kitchen helping mommy. She loves Rice Krispies, chocolate and any kind of hard candy, so I thought it would be fun for us to make these fun Monster Rice Krispie Treats together. These… [Read Post]
Why Probiotics are a Must-Have for My Baby

This post is sponsored by Evivo but the content and opinions expressed here are my own. I can’t believe that DJ is already one month old! Going through the newborn stage again is just as exciting, rewarding and sometimes overwhelming as it was the first time with Aubrey Ann. Since DJ was born he’s suffered… [Read Post]
Diaper Bag Essentials: What’s in My Diaper Bag?

When I was a mom of 1, I was an extreme over packer when it came to the diaper bag. I packed and was prepared for every possible scenario when I was out and about with my daughter. Now that I have 2 kids there’s no way in the world that I can pack everything… [Read Post]
5 Habits To Practice For Personal Growth

1. Self-Care “Self-care needs to be included in what you should be doing. It is not a privilege. It is a necessity.” – Jessica N. Turner Self-care is being as kind to ourselves as we would be to others. Sometimes when we get so busy or overwhelmed, it can become easy to neglect ourselves. Taking… [Read Post]
The Best Newborn Carrier: BABYBJÖRN Baby Carrier Mini

I RECEIVED THIS PRODUCT FOR REVIEW, BUT ALL OPINIONS ARE MY OWN. When my daughter was around 4 months I discovered baby wearing and immediately fell in love with it. Baby wearing is carrying your baby in a device or wrap that leaves your hands & arms free and the bond is like no other.… [Read Post]
12 Things I Want My Daughter To Know About Life

“The way we talk to our children becomes their inner voice.” -Peggy O’Mara Love Yourself You are beautiful. Always love yourself and know that your value comes from who you are and not what you do. Appreciate the characteristics that make you you. When we love and accept ourselves we are able to be the… [Read Post]
5 Tips To Function As A Stay-At-Home Mom

When I first made the decision to be a stay-at-home mom, I had no idea of what it was going to be like. For me in the beginning it was isolating and exhausting at times. To not have the regular adult interaction and being inside all day made me feel like the walls were closing… [Read Post]
Fun Red, White & Blue Strawberries

I’m always looking for different desserts to try out on my family, especially during the holidays. I came across this easy recipe for Red, White & Blue Strawberries and had to try it. This is the perfect dessert for 4th of the July or any holiday. It’s so easy to make, has only 3 ingredients… [Read Post]
DockATot Deluxe+ Review

I RECEIVED THIS PRODUCT FOR REVIEW, BUT ALL OPINIONS ARE MY OWN. I first learned about a DockATot 2 years ago when I was pregnant with my daughter. I heard a lot of other moms talking about them and posting about it but didn’t think we really needed one. When Aubrey was around 4 months… [Read Post]
Easy Slow Cooker Lasagna

I love cooking for my family but I don’t always have the time to stand in front of the stove and cook a full meal, especially being pregnant right now. We have been relying on our slow cookers a lot lately and have been enjoying some tasty meals. One of my favorites make ahead meals… [Read Post]
The Only 12 Things You Need For A Newborn

Now that I’m officially in my 3rd trimester I’ve been putting a lot of thought into the essentials we’re gonna need when our son is born. We had so much stuff for the first baby it was ridiculous and lots of it never got used. Having learned so much from my first pregnancy about what… [Read Post]
The Best Lemon Loaf

One of my favorite things to order when I visit Starbucks is their Lemon Loaf. It’s so moist and full of lemon flavor. Since we had been quarantined for about 2 months I hadn’t been able to get my weekly slice, so I decided to try and make it myself. I found the recipe here… [Read Post]
My Top 10 Pregnancy Must-Haves

With my first pregnancy, I kind of went with the flow because I knew nothing about being pregnant and what I would need or want as an expecting mom. Now that I’m pregnant again I wanted to share a list of my top 10 pregnancy must-haves things that have helped me get through this pregnancy… [Read Post]
Father’s Day Gift Guide For Trekkies

Father’s Day is right around the corner. It’s time to show love to the men in our lives and spoil them. My husband is really big into Star Trek and I thought it would be fun to create a Father’s Day Gift Guide For Trekkies. 1. Star Trek Keepsake Ornaments Every year Hallmark comes out… [Read Post]
Pregnancy During Covid-19

We found out we were pregnant with our son right after Thanksgiving and although it was unexpected we were excited and so grateful that God blessed us with another child. Pregnancy comes with so many feelings of anticipation and excitement but for me it also comes with lots of anxiety about giving birth due to… [Read Post]
Easy Carrot Cake Bread

I’ve been doing a lot of baking lately and trying different recipes on my family. I love any kind of sweet bread from lemon loaf to banana walnut bread and everything in between. I’m also a lover of any kind cake, especially Carrot Cake. I make a 4-layer Carrot Cake with white chocolate buttercream icing… [Read Post]
Miku Smart Baby Monitor

I RECEIVED THIS PRODUCT FOR REVIEW, BUT ALL OPINIONS ARE MY OWN. When I found out I was pregnant again, I started making a list of things we would need and right at the top of the list was a new baby monitor. I wanted an all-in-one monitor that not only had amazing safety features… [Read Post]
Our Baby Registry with buybuy Baby

This post is a partnership with buybuy Baby. All thoughts are my own. I can’t believe that our baby boy will be here in 4 months! This is my second pregnancy and I’m just as excited and nervous as I was when I was pregnant with Aubrey Ann. Whether you are a first time mom… [Read Post]

Our Experience With Genetic Testing

October 7, 2021

Picture Genetics sponsored this blog post. All opinions are my own I can’t believe how fast DJ is growing. This time last year he was in my arms and barely 2 months old and now he’s walking, running, so full of personality, getting into everything and trying to keep up with his big sister. WeRead the Post

Fun Halloween Dessert Charcuterie Board

October 5, 2021

I am the biggest fan of charcuterie boards. They are so fun and easy to make. There are so many different options you have to make your yummy board. I love any excuse to make a charcuterie board. So when I found this fun Ghost Shaped Serving Platter from Pottery Barn I couldn’t help butRead the Post

Spooky Halloween Pizza

October 1, 2021

“This post is sponsored by Boboli® but all thoughts and opinions are my own.” Everyone in our family loves pizza and Halloween, so I thought it would be fun to make spooky pizza’s for our family pizza night. Using the personal 8″ crusts from Boboli® and other ingredients, my daughter and I made these funRead the Post

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