10 Mistakes I Made As a First-Time Mom-Part I

My youngest sister is having a baby. She is 8 years younger than me, and I have always seen her as my baby sister. But, now she is having a baby of her own, and I couldn’t be more thrilled for her! I was thinking about some mistakes I made as a first-time Mom and how I wish I would have known better. Although, we all have to live and learn, so mistakes might not be the right word. However, I am proud to say that after baby #3, I do know better. I have learned from my mistakes as … Continue reading

Would You Like a Babysitter While You Fly?

So, a few days ago, I wrote a post about the fact that I am going on my first plane trip with my 3 kids all by myself. Yep, I’m crazy. This trip is coming up in just less than three weeks. That’s coming up fast! The other night, I was watching 20/20 and saw a story about a new website to help parents when they travel. Of course, my ears perked up, and I thought, I need to hear this. It was about a brilliant idea to match up parents with babysitters on flights. Brilliant right? The website is … Continue reading

Baby’s First Plane Trip

So in just 3 weeks, I am headed on my first airplane adventure with my little guy. We are flying to Texas to spend some quality time with my extended family. Not only am I taking my baby, but I’m taking my older two kids also. And, no husband. Yikes! I have realized in preparing for this trip that a lot of preparation is necessary. It is kind of stressing me out a little bit, quite frankly. Just the gear needed to travel with three kids is daunting. But, the one that comes with the most necessities is the baby! … Continue reading

Ever Dreamed of a Personal Shopper for Your Baby?

So, I love to scrapbook and used to subscribe to a monthly scrapbook kit each month that was delivered right to my door. I remember the excitement of getting that box and opening it and seeing all my new goodies. Well, another company has started a similar concept for children. They are called Citrus Lane. Rather than hunting for the latest and coolest new baby products, they do it for you, put them together in kits and deliver them right to your door. I love this idea! The cost is only $25 (and free shipping) and you get anywhere from … Continue reading