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Andie

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Why Moms Should Get Out from Behind the Camera & Get IN the Picture

My mother-in-law often tried to shy away from the camera, and I am not sure why. She was a beautiful woman, both in and out. She had gorgeous blue eyes that lit up when...

Our Sleep Journey Includes a Toddler Who Won’t Wake Up!

Today on the blog – in conjunction with Touro Infirmary – we are absolutely thrilled to be opening a dialog about sleep through our “Rest Assured: You Are Not Alone” series. As moms we...

The Facebook Fast

How many times have you approached the end of the day and realized that you have no idea where your time went? As bed time approaches, I relish those last few minutes with my...

Inexpensive Ways to Pamper Yourself

I never knew how much I took quality "me" time for granted until I had a child. Before Andrew, it was no big deal for me to stop at the mall or Target for a...

Healthy & Easy Shrimp Lo Mein {Luxury Pasta Recipe Contest – Win $250}

I am sure that I am not the only one who is trying to eat healthier to mitigate some of the damages from all of those delicious holiday treats. Because I am very conscious...

Help for the Men: Five Awesome Stocking Stuffers for the Ladies {Sponsored Giveaway}

Last night I made a comment to my husband about how sad my stocking looked compared to everyone else's. I even went so far as to drop a hint, asking if I had really...

Holiday Home Run Recipe: Peppermint Oreo Truffles

This is the time of year that there are always events and parties to attend. I mean, did you see our Holiday Event Guide? There is certainly no shortage of things to do this...

Moms, Let’s Give Ourselves Some Grace

Recently, I've been feeling overwhelmed. September and October are always busy, but this year, it seemed like it was ten times worse. I almost felt like I could barely tread the waters of life...

Self Acceptance: My Key to Weight Loss Success

Last Thursday, the 17th, I celebrated my anniversary. It wasn't my wedding anniversary. It was my 5 year Weight Watchers Lifetime Anniversary. On October 17, 2008, I made Lifetime Membership with Weight Watchers. I lost 22...

Lightened Up Turkey Tetrazzini: Enjoy Some Now and Freeze Some For Later

When we were asked to provide a recipe to "healthify," the first thing that came to mind was my turkey tetrazzini recipe.  Adapted from a recipe at Taste of Home Magazine, I knew this...

Keeping Toddlers App Happy: Top 5 Educational Apps

When I was pregnant, I had a nice little list of things I swore I would never do. On the top of that list: I will not let my kid take over my iPad. (You...

Throw an unforgettable birthday party in your own backyard!

Today we are celebrating my little boy's second birthday. A day where he is no longer my baby, but now, a full fledged little boy who likes to chase lizards, play ball, and look out...

Captured MOMents: Best Places for Portraits {from the archives}

Fall (and cooler temps – yay!) is approaching and with that comes the promise of the holiday season. Translation: it’s time to take those family photos for holiday cards! Am I right? I remember when I...

Postpartum Anxiety: The Little Sister of PPD

Imagine this: You get home from the hospital and you are SO in love with your beautiful, precious new baby. You can’t help but cuddle him and kiss him and love every single moment with...