Toddlerhood is its own category for first time parents. There are many, many extremely annoying, frustrating, “Don’t touch that!” and, “Stop, no…I said no!” moments when you are the parent of a toddler. Continue reading “Having A Toddler Is An Adventure That Never Stops!”
Slow Cooked Pork Tenderloin Smothered In Mushroom Sauce
I rarely eat pork, but enjoy it once in a while. What is fun is experimenting when I cook and throwing things together. Of course, I’m all for following a recipe but I also like to come up with my own. I later found out that the recipe I “threw together” is already a recipe. Continue reading “Slow Cooked Pork Tenderloin Smothered In Mushroom Sauce” →
Breastfeeding Beyond 1 Year: How Long Should You Breastfeed?
Breastfeeding is very personal decision between the mama and her child. It’s not up to anyone or anything else except Mother Nature. Not all moms produce enough to sustain her child for the recommended year. Other times, some babies are just finicky and won’t latch, or they prefer the bottle. Continue reading “Breastfeeding Beyond 1 Year: How Long Should You Breastfeed?” →
Parent’s Choice Diapers Versus Expensive Name Brands
Name brand diapers are usually in every major store. But Parent’s Choice Diapers are specifically a Target brand. Wal-Mart carries Up & Up Diapers, which I have also tried. You see, this mama isn’t huge on name brands and certainly isn’t big on spending money. Continue reading “Parent’s Choice Diapers Versus Expensive Name Brands” →
Attachment Anxiety in Babies, Toddlers, & Kids: Dealing With Strong Bonds
Attachment anxiety in toddlers is normal, but it isn’t always easy to deal with as a parent. As a child, I was clingy with my mom and now, I suppose, that trait has been passed down to my daughter. It’s not like we’ve got a family secret recipe on, “How to make your baby clingy.” Continue reading “Attachment Anxiety in Babies, Toddlers, & Kids: Dealing With Strong Bonds” →
My Healthy Version of Cabbage Rolls With Tomato Sauce
Ever since I tried frozen microwavable cabbage rolls with tomato sauce, I was hooked! The only problem it was super expensive. Try $7 or so for 2 stupid little cabbage rolls! Continue reading “My Healthy Version of Cabbage Rolls With Tomato Sauce” →
Why We Should All Appreciate Our Child & Our Important Role As Parents
It’s easy to allow ourselves to not appreciate our time with our children because being a parent isn’t always fun. Being a parent is the single hardest job, in my opinion, that any human will ever do. We don’t always appreciate our job as a mom or a dad because we’re not always good at it. Most of us will always be novices, learning along the way and making a bunch of mistakes. But, we get up the next day and we try a little harder. Continue reading “Why We Should All Appreciate Our Child & Our Important Role As Parents” →
I’m Sick of Elmo: My Toddler’s Red, Furry Obsession!
Elmo is everywhere in our home. He’s taken over and living rent-free. Ever since our daughter laid eyes on him on Sesame Street, it’s been love at first sight! Continue reading “I’m Sick of Elmo: My Toddler’s Red, Furry Obsession!” →
Molluscum Contagiosum: Most Common Toddlers & Kids Skin Condition
When our daughter was 8-months we noticed tiny little bumps on her legs. At first, we thought it was a little rash and it would go away. Our pediatrician even thought so and gave us steroid cream. But, when it didn’t go away, we ended up getting referred to a dermatologist. Continue reading “Molluscum Contagiosum: Most Common Toddlers & Kids Skin Condition” →
Playing Indoors When It’s Raining Outside: Keep Your Toddler Busy!
Playing indoors has its benefits, even if you have just a couple of places to pick from that are free. Admittedly, I can never live in Seattle because it’s way too depressingly rainy and this mama is prone to getting “the bummies.” Continue reading “Playing Indoors When It’s Raining Outside: Keep Your Toddler Busy!” →