We're back! Last week, we went on our first family vacation to Montauk. My husband and I have been there many times prior to having kids and we love it! We even visited Montauk for our Babymoon. Since our kids love going to the beach and the pool, we figured it was time to take them on vacation to one of our favorite places, Montauk! As I mentioned in a previous post, the kids usually nap in the morning so we left after breakfast so they would sleep the entire ride. Despite only going ... View the Post
The Perfect Mom Handbag
As a mom, I need to carry around a lot of things for myself and my kids in addition to a diaper bag. I am always on the lookout for the perfect Mom handbag that can hold everything I need and be stylish. I've found that the perfect mom handbag must have the following features: Multiple Pockets It is very important to have a bag with multiple pockets for easy access to easily find exactly what you're looking for. If you're holding a child in your arms or holding their hand as they walk, it ... View the Post
What To Pack For A Family Beach Vacation
As I mentioned in my previous post, we will be going on our first family vacation next week! I am starting to pack for myself and the kids and I will be sure to pack the following items to make sure that we have a great family beach vacation: Bathing Suits I will be bringing a mix of bikinis and one piece bathing suits for myself. One piece suits are very trendy right now and best of all, they limit "wardrobe malfunctions" while running around and playing with your kids on the beach. For ... View the Post
Road Trip (With Kids) Survival Guide
In a few weeks, we are taking our FIRST FAMILY VACATION! We are heading out to Montauk and I am so excited! Montauk used to be a quiet little beach town on Long Island, but it has exploded over the past few years. Over the past few years, a lot of chefs, hotel and restaurant owners from Manhattan have opened a ton of great restaurants and bars in Montauk so it has become very popular. Despite the fun nightlife, it is still a great place to visit with families. Since Montauk is relatively ... View the Post
The Ultimate Outdoor Dinner Menu
One of my favorite things about summer is eating outside. Locally, there are so many great options to eat outside and on the water. I love sitting outside, enjoying the nice weather, and hanging out with friends. Since we have 3 kids, it's hard to get a baby-sitter and go out to dinner so it's easier to invite people over and hang out in our backyard. After entertaining a lot this summer, I have discovered some great recipes and have developed the following menu as my go-to recipes ... View the Post
The 5 Must Have Cookbooks In Your Kitchen
When I was in college, I did not cook a lot. If I did cook, I usually made fajitas or quesadillas. They were so easy to make and let's face it, I love Mexican food. After I graduated college and moved to Hoboken, NJ, I became obsessed with the Food Network and I got hooked on the show, The Barefoot Contessa. The show prompted a new love of food and cooking. If you are not familiar with The Barefoot Contessa, it is a show hosted by Ina Garten. She previously worked in the White House ... View the Post