Our week in Pictures (week 9)

This past week was so much fun with the kids, especially Shelby. She just loves to coo and talk to you. She enjoys playing on the floor and watching her sisters dance around, sing and read her stories. Samantha lost tooth #16 this past week and she did a really good job w... Read More

She is such a doll!

Baby at 2 Months: In general, by the end of your baby's second month, she will likely be able to do the following: Smile when you touch or talk to her React to loud sounds by startling, crying, or getting very quiet No longer keep her hands in tight fists Be... Read More

Happy 2 Months Shelby

Another month has gone by. This past month was amazing. Sure we still get no sleep but we started getting tons of smiles and cooing! At 2 months old Shelby weights 12 pounds. She has completely outgrown all newborn clothes and the 0-3 months are starting to get tight ... Read More

Our Week in Pictures (8 weeks)

Week 8 and we celebrated Shelby turning TWO months old! Lots of smiles and coos from Shelby! Not a whole lot has changed this week with Shelby except that she has grown! Clothes are getting smaller, headbands don't slip and she is just so darn cute! The girls are enjoying... Read More

Disneyland was a Blast

We love taking a yearly trip to Disneyland in the Spring time. The weather is beautiful and usually the lines are not too bad. This year we had a new addition with us and even with Shelby we really enjoyed our two days at the Parks. We used the SoCal Resident 2-Day 1-Park... Read More

COME SEE ME!!! Bath & Body Works Mother’s Day Event

This Saturday May 5th Bath & Body Works around the country are holding the Bath & Body Works Mother’s Day Event.  And guess what?! I'll be attending the Bath & Body Works Store at Tyler Mall in Riverside CA! In fact if you come and attend the event and tak... Read More

Our Week in Pictures (7 weeks)

Today Shelby is 8 weeks old! Every day I have noticed something new with her. This week was also much harder with her, she hardly wanted to sleep during the day, and as soon as I would lay her down she would wake up right away. But at the same time she is trying to self soot... Read More

Our Week in Pictures (week 6)

Well today Shelby is seven weeks old.  This week was wonderful! I see a huge change in Shelby this past week. From her sleeping more,to seeing an actual schedule starting I think she is finally adjusting to life outside the womb. She also has started enjoying her baths. I... Read More

Giveaway Winners

Congrats, Please reply back ASAP so we can get your prizes out. We have winners to announce! Congrats to everyone who won! Please email me back ASAP to get your prizes out! Winners are drawn using the wordpress plugin called “and the winner is” and then the entry i... Read More

We are Headed to Disneyland Resorts in Southern California!

Later today the kids and I will be meeting up with Daddy to head out to Disneyland Resorts for a family vacation! Monday we will spend the day at Disneyland, and Tuesday at Disney California Adventure. Tuesday we have lunch reservations with the Disney Princesses at ... Read More

Our Week in Pictures (5 weeks)

This past week was so busy! I can not believe how fast it came and went.  Shelby enjoyed her first Easter with her big sisters and our friends. She also gave daddy tons of smiles and coos. It's much harder for me to get those big grins but I did catch one she gave daddy a... Read More

Ultimate Blog Party – MommyMandy #UBP12

Here we are, another year with the super fun Ultimate Blog Party with the gals from 5 Minutes for Mom. I met the twins wayyyyyyyy back when I started getting into the whole reviews and social media. I am Amanda. I started blogging back in 2004 when trying toconceive o... Read More

Huggies Diapers for on the go

Yes we are a cloth diapering family, but when we go on long trips I definitely turn to disposable diapers. Recently when we went to Disneyland I did not want to tote around a bag full of dirty diapers around the park (and in the heat) so disposables were the best option. I a... Read More

Cloud b Sweepstakes & Tranquil Turtle

Cloud b, known for their award-winning products designed to help children sleep, is launching an exciting new sweepstakes on their Facebook page in partnership with “What To Expect When You’re Expect,” the movie and Honest.com. The contest, to help promote the release of ... Read More

Summer Infant Prodigy Travel System *Giveaway ends June 1st*

I will admit I didn't think we would need a travel system with Shelby. We didn't have one with the older girls so I thought any stroller would work fine and we would just carry around the infant seat. Well, even at 2 months old and 12 pounds trying to carry around the in... Read More

Summer Infant Cushy Cradler Newborn Bath *Giveaway ends May 23rd*

The Cushy Cradler Newborn Bath is the first foam tub designed especially for newborns. This tub is fully made of foam and is super soft and cushy for newborn. The interior is contoured to fit and cradle your newborn for a secure bathing experience. As soon as I saw the ... Read More

Diaper Genie Portable Diaper Bag Dispenser

In a perfect world, diaper changes would only happen from the comfort of your own clean nursery – stocked with all of the essentials for a quick and seamless change. But as we all know too well, that’s not reality and a smelly diaper can strike at even the most inconvenient ... Read More

Chocolate Pretzel Buttons

Last week while planning for my MAM party I was looking for easy ideas on snacks. I saw these adorable Chocolate Pretzel Buttons and the girls and I had fun making them. What you'll need: mini ... Read More

Krispy Kreme now offers Oatmeal

Wake up to Krispy Kreme Organic Oatmeal and get on your way to a great day! Made with 100% whole grain rolled oats, Krispy Kreme Organic Oatmeal is deliciously energizing and naturally satisfying. ... Read More

Krispy Kreme Summer Fruit Pies

For a limited time only, Krispy Kreme is introducing two summer fruit favorites into a new line of seasonal glazed pies at participating mass merchants, grocery and convenience stores. This April, ... Read More

Yummy Lemon Squares Recipe

Growing up I always looked forward to my Grandma's Lemon Squares. I loved the gooeyness of hers and the lemon tartness was....mmmmm. So I wanted to find a recipe that was easy to use, and of course... Read More

Easy Gingerbread Cookies Recipe

Gingerbread Cookies they are a must have cookie for the Holidays! But my problem is no matter what Recipe I have tried they always end up hard and crispy. I hate hard Gingerbread Cookies. After many d... Read More