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44 Festive Family Christmas Traditions to Start this Year

Oct 22

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Christmas, Holidays & Celebrations

Are you looking for some new family Christmas traditions to try this year? If so, you’re in luck! Whether you just had your first baby or your kids are older there is something magical about spending time together as a family during the holidays and having your own family Christmas traditions. I know it’s something […]

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Pregnancy Must Haves

Looking for the best pregnancy must haves for moms? You’re in the right place! Over the past seven years, I have been pregnant four times. It’s safe to say I’ve learned a thing or two about what items are necessities during the nine months of carrying a baby. Today I’m sharing my top pregnancy must-haves […]

Oct 24

Mom Favorites, Motherhood

15 Pregnancy Must Haves From a Fourth-Time Mom

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Are you looking for some new family Christmas traditions to try this year? If so, you’re in luck! Whether you just had your first baby or your kids are older there is something magical about spending time together as a family during the holidays and having your own family Christmas traditions. I know it’s something […]

Oct 22

Christmas, Holidays & Celebrations

44 Festive Family Christmas Traditions to Start this Year

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Holiday Prep

Christmas may be a few months away, but it’s never too early for a little holiday prep! The holidays will be here before we know it, and it will make them so much more enjoyable if you plan ahead. As a busy mom, I like to do as much holiday prep as I can in […]

Oct 15

Christmas, Holidays & Celebrations

Holiday Prep | 11 Ways to Plan Ahead

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If you’re a parent like me, you’re always trying to strike that delicate balance between giving your kids more freedom and ensuring they’re safe. My oldest just turned 7, and while we’re not quite at the point where he’s walking to the park alone or calling friends after school, I know it’s coming…probably sooner than […]

Aug 12

Kids & Family

Why We Plan to Use the Bark Watch (and Why You Should Too!)

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We just got back from a wonderful week-long trip to the beach. Jason and I went a few days early to get some alone time and to celebrate his birthday, and our parents and the kids came for the second part of the week. Packing for a week at the beach is no easy task, […]

Aug 12

For the Kids, Mom Tips

Beach Essentials You Need This Summer

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At home date night ideas for parents

Looking for some fun and unique at home date night ideas for parents? Pour the champagne, grab your honey, and get ready for an evening of romance! We can all agree that being a parent is hard. Trying to keep a relationship alive and thriving while raising kids can be even harder. Need a break […]

Feb 20

Finding Purpose as a Mom, Motherhood

The Very Best At Home Date Night Ideas for Parents

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Self Care for Stay at Home Moms

If I’ve learned one thing over the past few years, it’s that self care for stay at home moms is a nonnegotiable. And while you may be thinking “Who has time for self care?” it might not be as difficult as you think. We can all agree that being a stay at home mom is […]

Feb 10

Finding Purpose as a Mom, Motherhood

Self Care for Stay at Home Moms- 21 Ways to Prioritize Yourself

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Mother's Day Gift Ideas

Finding the perfect Mother’s Day gift doesn’t have to be a challenge. Whether you’re shopping for a sentimental keepsake, something practical, or just a little treat to make Mom feel special, I’ve got you covered with the best Mother’s Day gift ideas. This guide is packed with thoughtful ideas to show your appreciation and make […]

Feb 4

Gift Guides, Mom Favorites, Motherhood, Shop

The Best Mother’s Day Gift Ideas for 2025

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Are you a mom who is stressed out and tired? Are you in desperate need of some easy and effective time management strategies for moms? Well, you’re not alone, and lucky for you, you’re in the right place! Being a mom is a full-time job in and of itself. Add to that making time for […]

Jan 27

Productivity, Time Management

23 Effective Time Management Strategies for Moms

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xoxo, Nicole

With four kids so spread out in age and a busy schedule, life tends to get chaotic. No matter what, though, family comes first. Follow along as I share our journey as a soon-to-be family of 7, along with some tips and tricks of how I do my best to organize the chaos and manage the madness of motherhood!

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I'm Nicole! A 30-something-year-old wife and mama who was born and raised in South Louisiana. I'm married to my best friend, and we live in the Baton Rouge area.  I have 3 kids + one the way and a 19-year-old stepson in college.

I'm Nicole! A 30-something-year-old wife and mama who was born and raised in South Louisiana. I'm married to my best friend, and we live in the Baton Rouge area.  I have 3 kids + one the way and a 19-year-old stepson in college. With four kids so spread out in age and a busy schedule, life tends to get chaotic. No matter what, though, family comes first. Follow along as I share our journey as a soon-to-be family of 7, along with some tips and tricks of how I do my best to organize the chaos and manage the madness of motherhood!