Packing a pumping bag for work is a different kind of uncharted territory. Breast pumps are strange enough, so the thought of being “prepared” to use it in public feels impossible at first. It will take a couple days or even weeks to “get the hang of it” and your specific situation/schedule/amenities. So don’t stress … Read More about The Minimalist Working Mom’s Guide: What to Pack in your Pumping Bag
The Easy Way to create the Perfect Routine for a Working Mom
Routines rule the world. It’s the underlying factor in all of those Rich & Successful People Do These 81,930 Things! articles. They all have a routine, and they rule the world. Moms, on the other hand, are usually hanging on by a thread. Getting it all done feels impossible! And a lot of the time, … Read More about The Easy Way to create the Perfect Routine for a Working Mom
Affordable Modern Nursery Essentials
A modern nursery is so trendy and in no way is that depressing. Modern, contemporary, and overall minimalistic decor is amazing for a lot of reasons. Besides being my natural choice, it is generally aesthetically pleasing. The simple style looks GREAT on its own, but it is also the perfect foundation for every style imaginable. That … Read More about Affordable Modern Nursery Essentials
Cheap & Easy Family Halloween Costumes: The Flintstones
Last year I made a Flintstones Family Halloween Costume set for under $25 All it took was some felt, a few t-shirts, fabric glue, and a pack of ping pong balls. And *I think* we’re wearing them this year, too ha! They held up pretty well over the year (and through 2 Halloween … Read More about Cheap & Easy Family Halloween Costumes: The Flintstones
Going Back to Work when my Breastfed Baby Wouldn’t Take a Bottle
New moms returning to work have a lot to get done before that first day back on the job. Before baby, I stressed about establishing breastfeeding. Then during my maternity leave, I stressed about building an adequate freezer stash for my successfully breastfed baby. Maybe my stress was to blame, but when I was coping … Read More about Going Back to Work when my Breastfed Baby Wouldn’t Take a Bottle