This is a sponsored post in which I was compensated in product from Wicked Uncle for my honest opinion of their service and products. As a parent I know that it isn’t always feasible to make it to everyone’s birthday parties, but I often feel bad when I am unable to show up especially if […]
New Babblings
Second Pregnancy Woes for the Disabled Mom
Getting pregnant when you have a little one in the home can be a very exciting adventure, but as a disabled mom it does come with it’s own worries. While I have figured out ways to adapt and care for a child on my own (when I have to be alone); I haven’t figured out […]
Why I love Mother’s Day
This is a Mother’s Day sponsored post thanks to Teleflora. I love Mother’s Day for so many different reasons. Ever since I gave birth to my son it really brightened my mood for the holiday. Before I had my son it was a bit of an emotional holiday for me. My daughter was born a […]
I’m Pregnant with Baby 2 or 3… Depending on How You Look at it.
You may have seen on social media that we announced a new pregnancy! We are very excited to add another baby to our family. Raiden couldn’t be more excited and neither could we. This pregnancy wasn’t planned, but doesn’t change anything for us. Baby Coming November 2019! We are excited that this time around we […]
Finding New Ways to be Eco-friendly by Going Strawless
I have been trying to be a little bit more eco-friendly ever since I noticed how much waste you can have when you order food out. Whether it is through straws or toss away cups. There always seems to be a lot of waste at the end of an outing. This is what got me […]
Sometimes I Wish I Was a Normal Mom
I love being me and most days I don’t really mind having a disability, but there are days where I really wish I was a normal mom. There are days when I wish I could just pick up my son and carry him around like he wants. There are days when I wish I didn’t […]
My Son Has What? Sensory Processing Disorder Exposed
Finding out you have a special needs child isn’t always easy. I always assumed my children would need PT and OT because I assumed they would inherit CMT from me. One thing I never realized they could inherit from me is my apparent Sensory Processing Disorder Sensory Processing Disorder As a child (and even as […]
Chicago Area Events
5 Family Friendly Activities Near MommyCon Chicago
Are you looking for extra family friendly activities in the Rosemont area during MommyCon weekend? If so then you have come to the right place. As a local I have enjoyed many different activities in the area and these are my top 5 activities I recommend for families when they are coming in for a […]
MommyCon Chicago 2019! Only 8 More Days and Counting!
I don’t know about you, but I am pretty damn excited for MommyCon Chicago to hit us here. I am especially excited this year because it will be my first year being able to attend a day with no child in tow. I am excited to experience it with my son as well as just […]
It’s Almost Time Again. The Chicago Toy and Game Week Returns!
The past few years we have had a blast going to the Chicago Toy and Game Week and I am so glad that I will be able to attend again this year! Things will be a little different for me this year because my hubby, sister, and her fiance will be unable to attend the […]
It’s Time For Brookfield Zoo’s Annual Boo at the Zoo Celebration!
Last year we didn’t take (or I can’t find) pictures at Boo at the Zoo at Brookfield Zoo, but two years ago we did take some and had a blast! Boo at the Zoo is a great activity to do with the family. When we went we met up with a few of my cousins […]
Parenting & Family
What’s in my Summer Diaper Bag?
This is a sponsored post about summer diaper bag essentials thanks to Beech-Nut. Packing up the diaper bag for my son feels like a chore sometimes because it seems like the contents are ever changing. I have finally put together my go to Summer Diaper Bag Essentials and want to share with you just what […]
Starting Homeschool Early: 18 Month Old Program
I have always believed in early intervention when it comes to kids education. As a young adult I felt like 3 year old preschool was an important part of the learning process. I feel like it’s needed from a social aspect as well as a developmental aspect as well. That is why I started to […]
Leave No Baby Unhugged Due To Diaper Need
Many families in America (and around the world) struggle to afford the diapers that their children need. I am one of those families that understands the financial strain that comes with having our son. Diaper need is real when you have a child; though we would never in a million years wish that we did […]
Let’s Talk About Car Seat Safety
Let’s pause for a moment and talk about car seat safety. It is child passenger week and I wanted to share some information with you all about carseat safety because it is ever changing and we can never be too safe with our children. Storks know how to keep kids safe. Do you? Visit safercar.gov/therightseat […]