Monthly Archives: September 2014
Stitch Fix :: My New Online Personal Stylist!
Ok, ladies, let me introduce you to my new online personal stylist ... STITCH FIX! I'm a full-time working mommy and don't have much...
6 Makeup Tips to Fake a Good Night’s Sleep
As a mom, I have found there are many mornings when I am functioning on far less than the desirable eight hours of uninterrupted...
Don’t Call Us a Blended Family
Today is National Stepfamily Day, and this week two of our contributors share their perspectives on raising children in blended families. Yesterday, Natasha wrote about life...
The Challenges of a Blended Family
Tuesday is National Stepfamily Day, and this week two of our contributors share their perspectives on raising children in blended families. Today, Natasha writes...
10 Items Worth Buying at Big Lots
Each week, Columbia SC Moms Blog features ways for you to save money in our Sunday Saver series.
Shopping at Big Lots is always fun,...
Been There, Done That :: Packing a Hospital Bag
We have the most awesome calendar in our kitchen. We bought two dry erase calendars when they were on clearance at Target, and my...
Tum-E Yummies Kids Water Enhancers :: Makes Water Tasty and Fun...
If your child is anything like mine, you struggle to get him to drink enough water throughout the day. I have tried giving my...
Keeping Your Child Safe in a Car Seat
Last month I wrote about my journey from car seat safety novice to car seat safety aficionado. When my son was born, I assumed...
Where Were You? Remembering 9/11
Over twenty years ago...
It's hard to believe it's been over twenty years.
On September 11, 2001, I was a second lieutenant in the United States...
How to Survive Endless Nights During the Dreaded Sleep Regression
When I was in college, all-nighters were easy. A diet cola, rock 'n' roll blaring through the headphones of my portable CD player, and...
Eating Clean :: Taking the Chemical Ick Out of Your Food
"No, we don't eat Pop Tarts in this house. Sorry, no Lucky Charms here either!"
"Oh, you'll take some potato chips? Yeah ... well, we...
Tips for Saving Money :: Maintain a Gift Closet
Each week, Columbia SC Moms Blog features ways for you to save money in our Sunday Saver series.
I'm nesting, y'all. I'm smack dab in...
Grandparents :: The Backyard Family
In honor of Grandparents’ Day we’re paying tribute with a special series dedicated to Grandma and Grandpa, Mormor and Farmor, Oma and Opa — those doting elders...
Grandparents :: Staying Close Over the Miles
I grew up in a fairly stereotypical Irish and Italian family, which means the following...
Family get-togethers are never less than 30 people. Your first...