Self care for moms isn’t always easy to get. It can be hard to feel like we’re able to take care of ourselves when our littles take up all of our time. However, there are plenty of ways to practice self care that don’t take a ton of time. Here’s my 3 tips: Take CARE… Read More
Whether or not you’re a brand new Air Force wife (or girlfriend) or a seasoned one, living the military life can sometimes feel daunting. I often feel like I’m on information overload, and often have questions I need answered quickly. That’s when I turn to an (or two or three of) Air Force Facebook group… Read More
Airbnb is a great option when traveling, especially if you have kids. Airbnb rentals are usually bigger than hotel rooms (you can rent an entire house in many locations!) and come with more family-friendly amenities such as full kitchens, swimming pools and yards. They’re also often very budget friendly, but there is a way you… Read More
Swearing in to the Air Force is a huge step for an Airman: It’s when they’ve officially sworn in to the military. For those who are active duty, this also means they ship out that same day for basic military training (BMT). What is this process like? Furthermore, what is it like for the Airman’s… Read More
Working out postpartum has been a journey for me. Getting into a work out routine that makes me feel successful has been tricky, but I’m finally feeling like I’m getting there! Almost a year later… But I’m learning to give myself grace and appreciate my body for the miracle it’s accomplished. Having work out clothes… Read More
Something I’ve REALLY struggled with since my daughter was born is scripture study. And every time I’m going through something hard or I’m having challenges with the huge adjustment that is motherhood, I know the answer to all of my problems is to read my scriptures. But since this has been such a struggle for… Read More
Getting ready to have a baby can be exciting, beautiful, stressful and scary all at once. Something that really helped me when I was pregnant was following birth related accounts on Instagram. There’s so much great information out there on Instagram from doctors, midwives, doulas, fellow mamas and other birth-positive people. Following birth Instagram accounts… Read More
Having a nursery for your baby is important — it helps you keep everything your baby needs in one place so it’s easy to find, and it gives them their own space. This means you’ll have a place for feedings, diaper changes, naps and playtime! However, not every parent is able to dedicate an entire… Read More
I never, ever had plans to formula feed. I was expecting (a little naively) that my breastfeeding journey with my first baby would be idyllic. And it wasn’t. Don’t get me wrong. We had many idyllic moments. We bonded. I loved so many parts of it. I fed her with my body for her first… Read More
Having a baby means you change A LOT of diapers. There will be blowouts, your baby will probably pee and/or poop on you during a diaper change. The last thing you want is wipes that don’t do the job. I’ve tried sooo many different kinds and have found the best baby wipes. Here they are,… Read More
