This post was sponsored by Nabisco as part of a Influencer Activation for Influence Central and all opinions expressed in my post are my own. A red, white, and blue berry trifle recipe made with fresh berries, NILLA Wafers, vanilla pudding, and frozen whipped topping. This easy trifle recipe makes a great no-bake summer dessert and is perfect for patriotic holidays such as Memorial Day, 4th of July, and Flag Day. Turning on the oven in the summer is no fun at all, so I like to avoid it at as much as possible. That is why I love no bake summer desserts like ... Continue Reading...
7 Clever Storage Ideas for Small Spaces
These clever storage ideas for small spaces will help you to organize your home by making the most of the space that you have available. We all wish that we had just a little bit more space, right? Whether your shelves are overflowing with collectibles that you can’t part with, you have so many gardening tools that they’re practically coming out of your ears, or you just have a small home that can’t easily fit everything that you need... Chances are, you could use a few storage tips to make your space feel a little bit bigger, and make your belongings look ... Continue Reading...
No-Bake Fruit Pizza
With cream cheese and fresh fruit on top of a homemade graham cracker crust, this no-bake fruit pizza recipe makes a perfect summer dessert. Pizza is a always a favorite in our house, so I figure why not enjoy pizza for dessert as well? With a homemade graham cracker crust, cream cheese "sauce," and fruit toppings, this fruity dessert pizza is the perfect combination of sweet, creamy, and juicy. If you like this dessert pizza, check out these easy carrot-shaped veggie pizza bars. This easy and colorful dessert recipe is especially great for ... Continue Reading...
How To Make Cat Toys With Old Baby Socks
This post is sponsored by Cat's Pride but the content and opinions expressed here are my own. I will show you how to make cat toys using old baby socks. These homemade cat toys are easy to make and perfect for using at home or donating at animal shelters for the cats to enjoy. Are you a cat-lover looking for a way to help cats in shelters, without adopting another cat yourself? There are actually many ways that you can help support cats in shelters. One easy way that I have found to help cats in animal shelters is by purchasing Cat’s Pride® litter for my ... Continue Reading...
Under the Sea Ocean Slime
This blue and glittery, borax-free, under the sea ocean slime is a fun DIY sensory activity perfect for the summer months. You know those rainy summer days when all the kids want to do it go outside and play. This ocean slime activity is great to keep the children entertained while stuck inside. Or, maybe you are looking for a fish-themed or ocean-themed kids activity. Either way, you will love this DIY ocean slime recipe. It comes out nice and thick, and holds small plastic fish in it well. Make a batch of these easy Under the Sea Banana Treats for the ... Continue Reading...
Pineapple Cherry Smoothie
Delicious pineapple cherry smoothie recipe made with frozen pineapple, cherries, kale, almond milk, yogurt, and vanilla extract. A tasty and refreshing treat for kids or grown-ups! Who doesn’t love a delicious smoothie? Smoothies make a great breakfast option for those that don’t really like eating first thing in the morning. They also are a perfect healthy snack option. Smoothies are even a nice way to sneak some fruits and vegetables into your child’s diet. Speaking of adding fruits and veggies to the kids' diets, have you check out these fruit ice ... Continue Reading...
Watermelon Rice Krispies Treats
Watermelon Rice Krispies Treats are a fun, easy to make, no-bake kids treat perfect for summer BBQs and parties. Memorial Day is just about a month away. For us up here in New Jersey, Memorial Day weekend marks the unofficial start of summer. The pool opens up for the season and lifeguards start patrolling the beach. I think that I am more excited for the start of summer this year than I have been in my entire life. This will be my son's first real summer (he was born last summer but was too little to enjoy it). Nathaniel loves water and I can't wait to ... Continue Reading...
Baby Proofing Our Home + Printable Baby Proofing Checklist
This post was sponsored by Window Covering Safety Council as part of an Influencer Activation for Influence Central and all opinions expressed in my post are my own. Our 9-month-old has started to pull himself up on his own, and it is only a matter of time before he is walking. As I think about him walking, safety is at the forefront of my mind. As I look around the house, it seems as though there are hazards all over the place. From bookshelves and dressers that need to be anchored to the wall, to window blinds with cords that need to be replaced by cordless ... Continue Reading...
Easy Paper Plate Pineapple Craft for Kids
A fun and easy summer craft for kids perfect for home or school. This paper plate pineapple craft is colorful, fun, and easy to make using craft felt or paper, a paper plate, and glue. You might say that I have a "thing" for pineapples. They make me feel good inside. There is just something about them just screams summer and fun times. Today I am sharing a fun paper plate pineapple craft for kids with you. This craft is super simple and perfect for preschoolers to do at home or at school. An adult should complete step 1 to cut out the felt shapes and have ... Continue Reading...
20 Gorgeous Mother’s Day Dessert Recipes
Treat mom this Mother's Day to one -- or more -- of these 20 gorgeous Mother's Day dessert recipes. You guys! This is my very first Mother's Day as a mom myself; it is so exciting! I can't wait to spend the day celebrating with my family. My husband made us a reservation for a Mother's Day brunch at one of my favorite restaurants - I can't wait! As we plan for the big day, I wanted to share some of my favorite Mother's Day dessert recipes with you. Below you will find a list of 20 absolutely gorgeous -- and delicious -- Mother's Day desserts. Clicking on any ... Continue Reading...
Firecracker Strawberry Pops
Firecracker Strawberry Pops are a fun and festive dessert perfect for a 4th of July BBQ, patriotic Memorial Day celebration, or laid back Labor Day. These no bake red, white, and blue treats are easy to make, adorable, and tasty as can be. Summer is just around the corner! We are getting ready for summer by sharing all of our favorite summer recipes from homemade ice pops, to yummy pasta salads, to patriotic desserts like these firecracker strawberry pops. I love how quick and easy these strawberry pops are to make. Simply heat up your Candy Melts, dip, ... Continue Reading...
How to Set Up a Diaper Changing Station at Home with All the Essentials
Thank you to Pampers at Sam's Club for sponsoring this conversation on diaper changing station essentials. The opinions and text are all my own. Make diaper duty as easy and enjoyable as possible by following these tips to set up a diaper changing station at home stocked with all your diapering essentials. Diaper duty may not be the most exciting aspect of parenthood, but it can still be an enjoyable bonding experience between you and your little one. I have found that having everything that we need in our diaper changing station really makes diaper ... Continue Reading...