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Pros and Cons of Black Friday from a Former Retail Worker & Frugal Mom | Budgeting | Motherhood | Family

Oh, Black Friday. Most people either love it or hate it. Generally, those who love it are super excited to save money and get gifts for everyone on their lists. And those who hate it work (or have worked) in retail, or just think it takes away from Thanksgiving. I happen to fall in all of those categories, so today we are discussing the pros and cons of Black Friday. Perspective of a former retail worker: I worked at a […]

Motherhood

Baby-Proofing Basics – A New Parent’s Guide

November 13January 8

Every new parent wants their baby to stay safe. You really don’t understand how many everyday objects and situations are hazardous until your little one arrives. Providing a safe environment is very important, but how exactly do you create it? Here are some baby-proofing basics to get you started! Baby-proofing for first-time parents Every new parent experiences that weird feeling as they leave the hospital with their new baby. The gravity of the situation hits you and you realize that […]

Life

Why Adult Mother-Daughter Time Is Important – Plus, Three Activity Ideas!

November 7January 8

We can probably all admit we don’t spend as much time with our parents as we should. Let’s face it, adult life is hard, and when you have kids, it gets even harder and crazier. On top of being a parent, you have to work to put your relationship with your husband first. So it’s easy to put your relationship with your parents on the back burner. I know not everyone has a great relationship with their mother, but I […]

Life

How to Plan a Holiday Budget—And Stick with It!

November 2April 30

Doesn’t it seem like Christmas comes faster and faster each year? If you’re like me, the holidays come with a bit of money-stress. There are so many things we feel we need to spend money on around Christmas-time, that it’s easy to get overwhelmed. But what if it didn’t have to be that way? Today I want to show you how to plan a holiday budget you can actually stick with. Why you should plan a holiday budget Most of […]

Life

Should Christians Celebrate Halloween with Their Kids?

October 30April 30

I was raised in a Christian home, and yes, my family celebrated Halloween. So when my husband and I became parents for the first time (read more about our infertility journey), we decided we would celebrate with our kids. But since I’ve had a few people ask me about it, today I’m sharing why we believe it’s okay that Christians celebrate Halloween with their kids. My memories of Halloween consist of dressing up in cute (mostly homemade) costumes, attending fun […]

Motherhood

How to Create Inexpensive DIY Baby Shower Invitations

October 23January 8

One of the funnest parts of having a baby is the baby shower. You get to visit with your closest friends and family, eat yummy food, and open presents—all while celebrating your bundle of joy! But the cost of a baby shower can add up quickly, and there’s nothing worse than being stressed about money. I’m all about cutting costs wherever possible by utilizing my DIY skills, so today we’re going to talk about how to make inexpensive DIY baby […]

Motherhood

Which Is Better: Pacifier or Thumb? A New Mom’s Guide

October 16January 8

If you’re a new mom, chances are you’ve wondered which soothing method is better: pacifier or thumb. Both have pros and cons, and today we are taking a look to see which is better in both the short and long game. I grew up with two younger brothers; one is two years younger than me, and the other is five years younger than me. One of them used the pacifier and the other sucked his thumb, so I’m somewhat familiar […]

Life

How to Create a Sunday Dinner Tradition: Back to the Basics of Family

October 12January 8

Do you remember back in the day when families enjoyed a meal together on Sundays? Sometimes it was lunch after church, or an early-evening supper, but families made it a point to spend time together. I believe it’s important to create a Sunday dinner tradition with your family, so today I’m sharing how it works in our family. Why create a Sunday dinner tradition anyway? Isn’t it just one more commitment? One more thing you have to do in […]

Motherhood

Crib Safety: What Every New Mom Needs to Know

October 9January 8

As a new mom, you want the absolute best for your baby. You want him or her to be comfortable and cozy, feel loved and cared for, and of course, be safe. But one area you might not think about too much is crib safety. Did you know that not all cribs are created equal, and some sleep practices are actually dangerous to your little one? Sudden Infant Death Syndrome (SIDS) is a terrifying concept, and one that absolutely haunted […]

Marriage

The Surprising Reason the Bible Says Wives Should Be Helpers

October 5January 8

In this day and age, it may be considered politically incorrect to say that wives should be helpers to their husbands. The strong, independent, feminist in me used to shudder at the thought of being “just” a helper to a man. Is that all I’m regulated to? A helper? Yeah, right. Genesis 2:18 says, “And the Lord God said, “It is not good that man should be alone; I will make him a helper comparable to him” (emphasis added). I […]