9 Creative Date Night Ideas For Busy Parents

by Brooke Selb | Jan 11, 2023 | Family, Family Activities, Holidays, Rob, Valentine's Day

Skip the usual dinner and a movie and opt for one of these creative date night ideas for busy parents instead! You will make some unique memories while connecting as a couple. In truth, Rob and I don’t go on many traditional dates. We average about two a year...

Year In Review As A Stay At Home Mom and Multi-Business Owner 2022

by Brooke Selb | Jan 2, 2023 | Blogging, Mom Life, Reviews/Giveaways

Take a look back month-to-month with me on the year in review as a stay at home mom and happenings from the multiple businesses I own.  In this New Year, I have been seeing these month-to-month recaps floating around. I have really enjoyed reading them from others and...

Eat More Greens: 22 Kid-Friendly Ideas

by Brooke Selb | Sep 15, 2022 | Easy Family Friendly Meals, Eat More Vegetables, Kid Friendly Meals, Nutrition

You know you are supposed to eat more greens, but you don’t want to make two dinners for yourself and your kids. These 22 kid-friendly ideas allow you to only make one meal everyone can enjoy while getting the nutritional boost that greens provide. This post contains...

12 Tips For Making New Mom Freezer Meals

by Brooke Selb | Aug 17, 2022 | Freezer Meals, Make Ahead Meals, Mom Life, Nutrition

Filling your freezer before a new baby arrives can give a family much peace of mind. With all the work a newborn takes, having meals and snacks on hand ensures everyone keeps their energy up. Before you start cooking, follow these 12 tips for making new mom freezer...

Fun and Active Outer Space Themed Party

by Brooke Selb | Aug 7, 2022 | Birthdays, Family, Family Activities, Mom Life, William

Blast off to a fun and active outer space themed party that your little one is sure to love. Create some birthday magic with this rocket party activities that are simple and easy to make. I can’t resist an opportunity to make magic for the kids.  They are only little...

One Week No Equipment Beginner Workout Plan

by Brooke Selb | Jul 29, 2022 | Exercise, Workout Plans, Workouts for Beginners

No matter the reason you need a beginner workout, having this one week no equipment beginner workout plan is ideal. It gives you full body workouts you can do at home or outdoors so you can hit those fitness goals quicker. I have been a beginner many times.  When I...

6 Meaningful Ways To Spend More Time With Your Kids

by Brooke Selb | Jul 26, 2022 | Family, Family Activities, Mom Life

Between all the activities, scheduling, and stress, finding quality time together goes to the wayside. These 6 meaningful ways to spend more time with your kids brings back that connection and slower pace. I find myself in a unique position among my mom friends. I...

5 Beginner Fartlek Workouts To Increase Stamina and Speed

by Brooke Selb | Jul 24, 2022 | Beginner, Exercise, Intervals, Running, Running Workouts, Workouts for Beginners

Try these 5 beginner fartlek workouts to increase your stamina and speed. It will make your next finish line feel easy. You can even take these running workouts to the track or treadmill. I am always nervous to dive back into fartlek runs. I absolutely love them when...

8 Nonperishable Road Trip Snacks For Kids

by Brooke Selb | Jul 22, 2022 | Family Activities, Kid Friendly Meals, Nutrition

One key road trip essential is to make sure you have enough snacks. These 8 nonperishable road trip snacks for kids will keep them fed and busy while you make it a few more miles. These are great snacks for diaper bags too! This post contains affiliate links....

10 Easy Chicken Dinner Recipes

by Brooke Selb | Jul 17, 2022 | Easy Family Friendly Meals, Lunch/Dinner

When you need meal ideas for a family of 5, these 10 easy chicken dinner recipes do not disappoint. They are quick and simple to make and the whole family can enjoy meal time together. This post contains affiliate links. When I was first learning how to cook, chicken...

12 Family Conversation Starters For Meaningful Daily Chats

by Brooke Selb | Jul 14, 2022 | Family, Family Activities, Mom Life

Skip the standard, “Fine,” answer when you ask your child how her day at school was. Instead, use these specific 12 family conversation starters for meaningful daily chats that no one will roll their eyes at. It broke my heart when Zoey walked into her first full day...

16 Cheap Dinners For A Family

by Brooke Selb | Jul 13, 2022 | Easy Family Friendly Meals, Nutrition

These 16 cheap dinners for a family are easy to make and healthy so everyone will be happy to come to the table. Customize them to meet your taste preferences without going over your grocery budget. I am not very picky about my meals. I enjoy food, love putting new...