My mother and I have always been very close but now that I am a mom, I lean on her more than ever. The day before the twins were born, my mom and I went out to Panera Bread. I asked her, "What am I going to do with them all day?" My mom laughed at me. I meant since babies don't move or talk, how am I going to entertain them? I knew I would be busy changing diapers and feeding the babies but I never knew how busy and overwhelming it would be to take care of twin babies. I felt overwhelmed ... View the Post
How To Celebrate Valentine’s Day With Kids
When you're dating someone, Valentine's Day is exciting and filled with surprises, romantic dinners, and special gifts. Before my husband and I had children, we used to spend Valentine's Day having dinner at some of our favorite restaurants in Manhattan enjoying some delicious food and wine. Now, that we have three young children, it's hard for us to find time for romantic dates. If you find yourself in a similar situation, here are some ways to celebrate Valentine's Day with kids and make it ... View the Post
How To Decorate A Shared Bedroom For Kids
My twins have shared a bedroom since they were born and it has been a roller-coaster ride! As a baby, my daughter was a horrible sleeper and had acid re-flux. She woke up a lot in the middle of the night screaming and my husband had to rock her back to sleep. I don't know how, but my son slept through her screaming. I think he takes after me since I can sleep through anything. My twins are so close and enjoy sharing a room. I've asked them a few times if they'd like to have their own ... View the Post
Top 10 Planners For A Productive 2018
Like most people, I made a few new years resolutions. How are you doing with your goals? I spoke about my goals for 2018 in a previous post. So far, I'm happy to report that I'm doing well! I've been going to the gym 3 times a week for the past 2 weeks and I feel myself getting stronger and faster. I've also significantly scaled back my spending to increase my savings. The secret to my success? Using a planner! My planner helps me keep track of my spending and schedule my gym sessions as ... View the Post
Hello 2018: My New Year’s Goals
Happy New Year! I had trouble falling asleep last night because I kept thinking about the year ahead. There are so many things that I am worried about that are beyond my control which frustrates me even more. However, I still have some goals that I want to achieve in 2018. New year, new goals! Lose Weight Yes, I know. This is everyone's goal for the new year. I used to be such a gym rat and go to the gym almost every day and I loved it! I loved how I felt leaving the gym. This year, I ... View the Post
Christmas Eve Dinner Menu
It's almost Christmas and I am so excited! When your kids believe in Santa, it makes the Christmas season so magical. I love decorating my home for Christmas too. I don't go too crazy with decorations but having the tree, the lights lit around the house, and the mantle decorated, makes my home feel so much more cozy. Every year, I host Christmas Eve dinner with my parents, brother, and his wife. I always make recipes from Ina Garten, the Barefoot Contessa since her recipes have ... View the Post
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